Author Bio

Phuong Le

Phuong Le

Phuong Le manages editorial content at REI to help all people get outside and see themselves reflected in the outdoors. Before joining the co-op, she spent over two decades as a news journalist, including as an environmental reporter at The Associated Press.

You’ll find her and her family on flowy mountain bike trails, along fishy rivers, on the slopes, or cooking a gourmet meal in the backcountry. Ask her about the time she was tased for work, her recipe for backcountry tiramisu and why you should always invest in a good sleeping bag. REI member since 1996.

phle@rei.com

Stories by Phuong Le...
A child rides on her parent's shoulder during a hike.

How to Make Hiking Fun with Kids

Going on a family hike is a great way to encourage kids to be active and connect with nature. But sometimes the reality isn’t Instagram-ready. Parents and careg...