Top Stories Idina Menzel Goes Into the Trees with “Redwood” REI Co-op partners with a new Broadway musical that lifts audiences’ connection and commitment to nature to new heights. Ever Meister | March 3, 2025 Ask an Outsider: Can I Hike in Jeans? Courtney Holden | February 28, 2025 Member Memories: My REI Co-op Half Dome Tent REI Staff | February 28, 2025 How Hiking Long Trails Changed My Relationship with Food Wudan Yan | February 10, 2025 Outdoorsy Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day Sara K. Runnels | February 7, 2025
Meet the REI Co-op Members In Front of—and Behind—the Camera Courtney Holden|February 21, 2025 A backpacker, a camper and a runner share their experiences capturing images of their adventures for the co-op.
3 Must-Read Children’s Books Christopher Solomon|February 3, 2025 The book buyer for REI Co-op recommends these three children’s books about the outdoors to educate and inspire young readers.
Founder Spotlight: Keva Niver, Boheme Retreats Ever Meister|January 27, 2025 Keva Niver wants more people to feel comfortable outdoors. Her inclusive glamping getaway achieves just that.
Running For the Visually Impaired with Eavan O’Neill Shelby Stanger|January 21, 2025 Eavan O'Neill started running at 21 around the time she was diagnosed with Stargardt Disease, a rare condition that leads to visual impairment and blindness. Although there is currently no cure and she can't slow the progression of her symptoms, Eavan leans into running as a source of joy, and a powerful way to connect with the running community.
A Poet’s Love Letters to Nature Davi Gray|January 17, 2025 An REI Co-op Member and published poet writes about the relationship between nature and poetry, and tells some of their own story.
Ask an Outsider: Can I Hike in Jeans? Popular outdoor opinion says hiking in jeans is a no-no, but one REI Co-op Member swears by it. He makes a strong case for hiking in denim. Courtney Holden|February 28, 2025
6 Tips to Make an Outdoor Habit Stick Building fresh air and movement into your schedule can help you stay on a healthy track. Maddie Wilcox|December 23, 2024
Understanding Goggle Lens Colors Goggles can make or break a day on the slopes. We help you find the right goggle lens color for your skiing or riding conditions. Aaron Potvin|November 14, 2024
Numb Fingers and Toes? It’s Not Frostbite, But Raynaud’s Can Still Be a Pain to Deal With Raynaud’s syndrome, where fingers turn white and get numb, is uncomfortable. Learn the causes and ways to manage it during your outdoor activities. Ken Knapp|November 7, 2024
How to Make Sustainability Part of Your Running You might be surprised at the many ways you can lessen your environmental impact through running. Amanda Loudin|September 24, 2024
In Praise of Playing Hooky Feeling burned out? We asked REI Members, partners and staff how they recharge by skipping work to spend time where it really matters: outdoors. Courtney Holden|July 23, 2024
Founder Spotlight: Keva Niver, Boheme Retreats Ever Meister|January 27, 2025 Keva Niver wants more people to feel comfortable outdoors. Her inclusive glamping getaway achieves just that.
Finding Our Wild REI Staff|August 14, 2023 A father and son take an overdue camping trip; along the way they discuss family history, culture and what it's like to watch each other age.
The Right to Joy REI Staff|June 19, 2023 In a new REI Co-op Studios documentary, cyclist Izzy Sederbaum pedals his way back to himself after surviving a cougar attack while biking.
