How a Pair of Boots Thru-Hiked the Appalachian Trail Abigail Wise|October 19, 2016 When Paul, an outdoors enthusiast who dreamed of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, passed away at age 53 before he could complete it, ...
Stiff Back? Here’s How to Fix It. Dr. Dane DeLozier|October 18, 2016 Because it's tough to bag peaks with a sore back Your thoracic spine (or "T-spine") is the middle segment of your back. Think of the area...
A Cartographer’s Hiking Bucket List Jeremy Goldsmith|October 14, 2016 Because the best person to pick your next favorite trail is the one who maps them for a living Growing up in Los Angeles, my family and I...
3 Musts Before Hiking: Hydration, Nutrition and Dynamic Stretching Kit Rich|October 11, 2016 Before going on your next day or long hike, consider prepping with hydration, nutrition and dynamic stretching. Here are some tips for a pre-hike prep.
How to Photograph Beautiful Waterfalls Backpacker Magazine|October 10, 2016 Learn to produce cascade shots that actually do justice to the real thing. Watch the Weather If possible, wait for a cloudy day, which sim...
Keeping the Olympics Wild Ali Carr Troxell|October 9, 2016 A decade-long effort to protect some of our country’s most scenic and wild land, the Wild Olympics, gets stepped-up attention from REI and Patagonia.
Welcome to Suburban National Park Paradise Mikah Meyer|October 7, 2016 Cuyahoga Valley, where urban living meets some of the best hiking trails in the Midwest "What can't you do here?" my travel companion ask...
Weekend Project – Fall Outside REI Staff|October 4, 2016 As part of the Weekend Project, we asked our Instagram community to #optoutside and share their fall pictures. Here are some of our favorites.
Semi-Rad: 12 Tips on How to Survive a Pit Toilet Brendan Leonard|October 3, 2016 Pit toilets can be messy and smelly. However, if you have to go when on a day hike or at a campground, here are some tips to make it a little less awful.
Gear Review: Women’s CamelBak Sundowner Hydration Pack Matt & Agnes Hage|September 29, 2016 The CamelBak Sundowner LR hydration pack has a lumbar reservoir that shifts weight from your shoulders to your hips and gives you stability on the trail.
Gear Review: Men’s CamelBak Franconia Hydration Pack Matt & Agnes Hage|September 28, 2016 Perfect for technical all-day hikes, the CamelBak Franconia LR 24 hydration pack keeps weight low on your back and is designed to carry weight.
How to Stay Safe from Lightning in the Backcountry (According to a Meteorologist) Joel Gratz|September 27, 2016 Learn how to stay safe from lightning while backpacking in the backcountry with tips from a meteorologist. Read our guide on backpacking lightning safety at REI.
