The Top REI Adventures Guides of 2018 Aer Parris|March 15, 2018 Once a year, we recognize the best of the best: our REI Adventures Top Guides. Meet some of our award-winning guides and learn a few of their top tips for your next adventure.
Newly-Retired Ski Racer Julia Mancuso Plans Her Next Move Megan Michelson|March 13, 2018 For the last 15 years, Julia Mancuso has been one of America’s most decorated ski racers. She announced her retirement from the sport this winter. What now?
Kai Lightner’s Journey to The Top Kai Lightner|March 13, 2018 The 18-year-old professional climber reflects on the obstacles he has overcome as he works toward his dream.
Big Sky is Building America’s First Eight-Person Chairlift Megan Michelson|March 12, 2018 Welcome to chairlifts of the future—they fit eight people and come with huge, heated seats and a stormproof shield. What will lift manufacturers think of next?
Force Of Nature: EmpowHER is Inspiring the Next Generation of Outdoor Advocates Caitlin Goettler|March 9, 2018 Through the Force of Nature Fund, REI awarded $1 million in grants to 29 organizations. Learn how National Parks Conservation Association, one of the recipients, is connecting young women to the outdoors.
Meet 4 Women Who Broke Barriers in the Outdoors Aer Parris|March 5, 2018 For Women’s History Month, we’re taking a look at four women who reshaped the landscape of the great outdoors. Without them, we wouldn’t be where we are today.
Less Snow Means Fewer Ski Days—and a Huge Loss of Cash Megan Michelson|February 27, 2018 A new report from Protect Our Winters looks at the economic impact of climate change on the $11.3 billion snowsports industry.
REI Partners with Athleta to Offer Its Latest in Hike, Yoga and Swim Aer Parris|February 26, 2018 We strive to bring our members the best gear to help outfit them for a life outdoors. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce we’re now offering an Athleta collection.
Ikon vs. Epic: How the Ski Passes Stack Up Joe Cutts|February 23, 2018 The new collective Ikon Pass goes on sale in March, and skiers will get the best deal if they purchase early.
Quiz: Should You Hike the Appalachian Trail or the Pacific Crest Trail? Aer Parris|February 22, 2018 Appalachian Trail versus Pacific Crest Trail is a serious question. But it doesn't have to be. Before you begin your next thru-hike, take this fun quiz.
I Would But: I Am the Only Person of Color Ambreen Tariq|February 22, 2018 Ambreen Tariq, founder of @BrownPeopleCamping, shares how she is overcoming the “minority barrier" in the outdoors and hopes to inspire others.
The Appalachian Trail vs. Pacific Crest Trail: Which Hike Is Right for You? Zach Davis|February 22, 2018 Whether you’re deciding which footpath to tackle for a first thru-hike, you’ve hiked one trail and want to know how it stacks up to the other, or you just have a general curiosity, a fascination with comparing the Appalachian Trail (AT) and Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is common.
