Member Portrait: Three Adventurous Stewards Shawnté Salabert|March 12, 2017 For me, the outdoors is synonymous with connection. It’s about forming an emotional link with the land—and with myself—as much as it is abou...
Commune With Nature—In The City Hilary Oliver|March 8, 2017 Research is showing the benefits of time spent in nature, why not get a dose whenever you can? Here are ways I’ve found nature in the city.
Creating Community, One Hike at a Time Martha Roskowski|March 7, 2017 Girls Who Hike launched its Oregon chapter late last year, and it's since taken off. Our writer spoke with a few of its members about why th...
Barbara Hillary: Our Favorite Boundary Breaker Sarah Knapp|March 3, 2017 Barbara Hillary became the first African-American woman to reach the North and South Poles at age 79. She's living proof that adventure is f...
Using Hiking to Promote Body Positivity Matt Wastradowski|March 2, 2017 Fat Girls Hiking isn't about weight loss. It's about getting outside and feeling comfortable in your own skin. As Summer and Lezley cut t...
REI Presents: Trail Angel REI Staff|February 28, 2017 Paul Stiffler, better known as Ponytail Paul, the Appalachian Trail and its thru-hikers have been the therapeutic force needed to turn his life around.
Proven Tips for Faster Injury Recovery Mitch Stubbs|February 28, 2017 How one outdoorsman bounced back—physically and mentally—from a horrific accident Last summer, I began my involuntary rehabilitation prog...
How Hikers Can Combat Climate Change Brandon Fralic and Rachel Wood|February 23, 2017 If we don’t act to protect our beloved wild spaces, they’ll be forever altered or lost entirely. As hikers, we often encounter this maxim...
6 Yoga Poses Every Hiker Should Know Katherine Oakes|February 21, 2017 Enhance Your Hiking Experience with These 6 Yoga Poses. Learn how yoga for hikers can improve your trail performance and prevent injuries. Try these poses today!
Training Tips for a Pain-Free Return to the Trails Matt Wastradowski|February 21, 2017 Loosen up with these stretches, routines, and exercises. Slowly but surely, winter is loosening its icy grip on our favorite trails. For ...
Is Breaking in Boots a Thing of the Past? Aaron Bible|February 21, 2017 Discover the truth about breaking in shoes with our expert guide. Say goodbye to blisters and discomfort with our tips. Read now on REI's Hike Blog.
5 Places for Hikers to Get a Head Start on Spring Matt Wastradowski|February 21, 2017 Don't wait for spring to come to you. Grab your pack and escape to these sunny trails. The bad news: Much of the country is still covered...
