Kayak for Veterans Matt Crossman|July 12, 2017 Explore the great outdoors with free kayaks for veterans! Learn how REI is giving back to those who served and find out how to get your own kayak today.
The Nature Fix: The Three-Day Effect Florence Williams|May 29, 2017 Spending a few consecutive days in nature seems act a reboot for your brain, according to research. Learn more about what called "the three-day effect."
A Steelhead Quest: Q&A with Terry Myers Ashlee Langholz|May 17, 2017 A Steelhead Quest: Terry Myers, a steelhead advocate and angler, spent 2015 trying to catch a wild steelhead on a different river each month of the year.
Yellowstone National Park Kayaking and Canoeing Packing List REI Staff|May 4, 2017 Kayaking or canoeing in Yellowstone gives you a unique vantage point for exploring America’s first national park.
Say ‘Yes’ to New Experiences: Kayaking in Big Bend National Park Katie Boué|November 15, 2016 A tale of a first-time overnight paddler who says yes to kayaking in Texas's Big Bend National Park. Here's to "peer pressure and collective ignorance."
Make Home: A Paddler’s Approach to Camping Jose Gonzalez|July 11, 2016 REI employee, Jose G., shares his summertime rituals to make home. His main reason for camping is to create a base camp close to where he can SUP board.
Weekend Project – Summer Kick Off REI Staff|June 28, 2016 It's summer, and we've asked our Instagram community to share photos on how they kicked off the season. Here are some of our favorites.
Woman Behind The Lens: Freya Fennwood Hilary Oliver|June 3, 2016 Freya Fenwood isn't another outdoor photographer but gets into the activity to capture the moment. She's self-motivated and strives to have natural photos.
Gear Review: Oru Kayak Beach Foldable Kayak Katie Boué|April 21, 2016 The Oru Beach foldable kayak assembles from a small backpack-size package into a stable recreational kayak in just minutes. Check out how it performed.
Member Portrait: Lucrecia “The Polar Bear Queen” REI Staff|March 13, 2016 Lucrecia will say her life changed when she decided to become a swimmer, at the age of 50. Learn more about Lucrecia and REI Membership.
Warriors in the Woods Joni Sensel|November 11, 2015 Research on outdoor experiences holds promise for others, so the Sierra Club started a Military Outdoors program to provide outdoor access to veterans.
Exploring the Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) of New Hampshire and Maine Brian Mohr & Emily Johnson|October 23, 2015 Paddle the Northern Forest Canoe Trail in the New England states for a nice long adventurous getaway. For more inspiration, check out the entire story.
