Eric Artz: America’s Veterans Deserve the Healing Power of Time Outdoors Eric Artz|October 21, 2020 The bipartisan Veterans COMPACT Act, which focuses on veterans’ mental health and well-being, recently passed the U.S. House unanimously and awaits action in the Senate.
Catching a Break Jen Murphy|October 20, 2020 Political unrest decimated Nicaragua’s burgeoning tourism business. On the brink of recovery, the country took another hit from the coronavirus pandemic. Will surfers be the ones who eventually bring it back?
What You Need to Know Before Buying a Ski Pass This Year Ryan Wichelns|October 8, 2020 Ski resorts are planning to reopen this winter amidst COVID-19, but it’s going to look different.
Accidents Happen. This Climbing Book Helps Turn Them Into Lessons Learned. Maureen O’Hagan|October 5, 2020 The annual "Accidents in North American Climbing" has became one of climbing's key safety tools.
Eric Artz: More Important than Ever Before, We #OptOutside Again on Black Friday Eric Artz|October 1, 2020 For the sixth year in a row, REI will be closed on Black Friday. We will take a day to #OptOutside safely and responsibly, and we invite you to join us.
On Board a Sailing Expedition to Study Plastic Pollution Clare Murphy|September 25, 2020 An all-women crew of scientists, sailors, artists and others embark on a global voyage to research the threats of plastic pollution on humans and ocean ecosystems.
REI’s New Climate Commitment Includes Pledge to Halve its Carbon Footprint by 2030 Sarah Grothjan|September 24, 2020 The co-op plans to reduce its carbon footprint 55 percent by 2030 and offset its emissions beginning with 2020.
Eric Artz: The Fight at the Intersection of People and Planet Eric Artz|September 24, 2020 REI Co-op President and CEO Eric Artz says we must address the greatest existential threat to the future of life outdoors and the co-op: the climate crisis.
Rethinking Access to the Outdoors Amid a Pandemic REI Staff|September 23, 2020 Eric Artz joins two BIPOC leaders from the outdoor community for a discussion about COVID, the healing power of the outdoors, and equity.
Remembering Robert “Bob” Gore, Inventor of GORE-TEX Waterproof, Breathable Fabric Phuong Le|September 23, 2020 His discovery led to hundreds of applications, from rain jackets and hiking boots to spacesuits and medical devices. He passed away at the age of 83.
Let’s Camp! REI Staff|August 24, 2020 Our editors dish their best tips for packing right, pitching a tent, cooking a meal, sleeping well, having fun outdoors and more.
A Major Environmental Law Just Changed. Here’s What You Need to Know. Sarah Grothjan|August 14, 2020 The administration's revisions to the National Environmental Policy Act will limit public review in favor of speeding up permitting processes.
