How the Infectious Joy of My Dog Got Me Moving—Again and Again Su-Jit Lin|April 11, 2023 The shelter pup got one member on her feet physically and emotionally. As he aged over 15 years of exploration together, she found herself returning the favor.
Where Can I Camp? Jess Daddio|March 24, 2023 From private campgrounds to national parks, there are so many great places to pitch a tent. Here's the ultimate guide.
Five Cool Hipcamp Sites for Kids Sarah Grothjan|March 23, 2023 Take your budding adventurers outside with these kid-friendly stays.
Why I Get Outside REI Staff|March 7, 2023 Four members and employees share what the outdoors means to them through the lens of motherhood, a new hobby and more.
What Does It Take to Design an Inclusive Running Race? Jessica Bernhard|March 6, 2023 Running events need to change if they want to keep pace with demographic shifts in the U.S. Here’s what athletes are advocating for, and the work that remains.
Nature Heals: “Give me back the life out there.” Meghan McCallum|March 6, 2023 A cancer survivor heads to Yellowstone with True North Treks, in search of the life that the disease put on pause.
Exploring National Parks By E-Bikes Lornet Turnbull|February 2, 2023 Bicycling wasn’t supposed to be the centerpiece of a six-week RV trip across the country—but it turned out to be a highlight.
Maybe It’s Time We Gave Up the Campfire Ryan Wichelns|January 30, 2023 As fire bans and the risks associated with campfires steadily increase, is it time to rethink the campfire as a staple of a night in the woods?
The Wisdom of Expeditions with Conrad Anker Shelby Stanger|January 24, 2023 Conrad Anker is a legendary mountaineer and one of the most prolific explorers alive today. He has successfully ascended and completed dozens of major mountain expeditions, including summiting Mount Everest three times. In today’s episode, Conrad shares with us the wisdom gained along the way.
Climbing K2 with Lisa Thompson Shelby Stanger|January 17, 2023 Lisa Thompson has climbed 14 mountains in the last 14 years. She has reached the seven highest summits on each continent, scaled many mountains in the Himalayas, and in 2018 she became the second American woman to climb the treacherous K2 in Pakistan.
Outside Matters: Protecting Your Community’s Right to Vote Sarah Grothjan|January 12, 2023 Small actions can lead to big change. Learn about how to strengthen your community by volunteering to get out the vote.