You Don’t Need Anything to Play These Word Games Aer Parris|March 25, 2020 Learn how to play these 12 games that only require words. They're perfect for playing around a campfire, at the airport, or at home.
How to Take Your Next Conference Call from Your “Tent” Sarah Grothjan|March 25, 2020 Add a little fun to your next digital meeting with these outdoorsy Zoom backgrounds
How Do You Know Which Sleeping Pad Will Keep You Warmer? Ken Knapp|March 20, 2020 R-value has always been a useful spec to measure sleeping pad warmth. Now a new standardized test lets you compare any two pads, regardless of brand.
First Look: The 6 Coolest Winter Camping Products We Saw at Outdoor Retailer Ryan Wichelns|February 13, 2020 Next winter is looking up: We found a tent, stoves, traction devices, a pack and more at Outdoor Retailer.
Good Gear: From Wasted Wool to Wearable Warmth Kelly Bastone|February 6, 2020 Swedish brand Fjallraven turns discarded wool into a ridiculously cozy jacket.
Ellen Stekert: Trailblazer Laura Poppick|January 29, 2020 Ellen Stekert, an REI Co-op member since 1968, reflects on a trailblazing backpacking trip and a particular piece of gear that helped her get outside.
Winter Camping Advice: We Learned the Hard Way Aer Parris|January 15, 2020 We've all made mistake when trying something new (and even old!). Here's what our experts have learned about winter camping along the way.
Our 8 Favorite Places for Warm-Weather Camping This Winter Graham Averill|December 30, 2019 Winter camping doesn’t have to mean cold nights and snow-covered tents. Here are 8 of our favorite campsites for fun in the mid-winter sun.
Good Gear: Buy a Flannel, Help Save the Ocean Leslie Hsu Oh|December 6, 2019 Outdoor-lifestyle brand United By Blue prioritizes impact over sales.
Uncommon Challenge: Cook With a Candle Will McGough|November 5, 2019 Does 50-year-old gear advice hold up on a camping trip in 2019?
The Best Outdoor Gifts of 2019 Maren Horjus|October 30, 2019 Find gifts ideas for this holiday season in our guide, including a packable camp blanket, a cozy jacket, an action-ready camera and more.
Understanding Headlamp Brightness Ryan Wichelns|October 28, 2019 A new standard aims to provide a more realistic idea of how much light you can expect and for how long.