Tired of Your Sport? It Could be Burnout Aer Parris|March 13, 2019 You might have heard of burnout in the workplace. But did you know it can happen in sports, too? Explore the phenomenon with us now.
The Story Behind Indiana’s First National Park Cassidy Randall|March 13, 2019 Indiana Dunes recently became the country's newest national park—a conservation effort more than 100 years in the making.
Landmark Public Lands Package Becomes Law REI Staff|March 12, 2019 The president signed into law a bill that secures protections for more than 2.5 million acres of public lands and more than 500 hundred miles of river.
This Vermont Ski Area Wants You To Go Backcountry Skiing Olivia Dwyer|March 8, 2019 New—and original—owners of Vermont’s Bolton Valley ski area tap into resort-accessed backcountry terrain to grow their business.
Our Fight for Life Outdoors: Help us Decide Where to Invest in Your Community Greg Dyer|March 7, 2019 Through a new program, co-op members can help REI decide how to invest $1 million in local stewardship projects.
The Parks Saw More Than 300 Million Visits in 2018 Jenni Gritters|March 6, 2019 Can you guess which national park was most popular?
‘The Adventure Side of Climbing’: Brette Harrington’s Alpine Vision Hilary Oliver|March 5, 2019 Brette Harrington deals with the loss of her life partner to a climbing accident, and continues to find inspiration pioneering big mountain climbing routes.
First Descents Helps Young Adults Impacted by Cancer Find Healing by Getting Outside Greg Dyer|March 4, 2019 Learn how First Descents, a Denver-based nonprofit, is providing life-changing outdoor adventures for young adults impacted by cancer.
Through the Arctic on Two Wheels Aaron Gulley|March 4, 2019 Retired pro cyclist Ted King’s 10-day, 400-mile self-supported expedition along Hudson Bay in the dead of winter illustrates how fat-tire bikes are pushing the boundaries of adventure.
Are Outdoor Preschools Changing U.S. Education? Shanti Hodges|February 25, 2019 From preschool programs to community-based meetups to weekly nature classes, outdoor programs are increasing in popularity. And it isn't just kids who are reaping the rewards.
Why ‘Free Solo’ Transcended The Climbing Genre Hilary Oliver|February 24, 2019 Very few rock climbing films have ever been considered for an Academy Award. But a few special ingredients combined to make 'Free Solo' stand apart.
Irene Yee On Busting Myths Of Climbing Photography Hilary Oliver|February 22, 2019 Irene Yee makes a point of shooting photos of women having a blast and trying their hardest—instead of necessarily climbing the most difficult routes.
