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.
Outessa Retreats: What to do While You’re in Town Morgan Tilton|February 19, 2018 Lake Tahoe, California, and the White Mountains of New Hampshire have a bottomless variety of outdoor adventures, creating the perfect settings for the 2018 REI Outessa retreats. We rounded up some of the top spots to visit while you’re in town.
The New Blueprint for Backcountry Skiing in the Northeast Olivia Dwyer|February 16, 2018 Vermont's Rochester/Randolph Area Sports Trail Alliance works with federal agencies to create new backcountry ski trails in the state.
Meet the Couple who got Married at the REI DC Flagship Store Aer Parris|February 14, 2018 Thousands of marriages happen every day in the United States. But only one wedding took place at an REI store on a December day last year.
Squaw Valley Ski Resort Partners with Tesla on Renewable Energy Megan Michelson|February 8, 2018 Squaw Valley ski area announces they'll be turning to 100 percent renewable energy by the end of 2018, a move that represents a growing trend of ski resorts committing to major energy-changing initiatives.
Outdoor Industry Works To Close Gender Gap in Leadership Michelle Flandreau|January 31, 2018 In a new report, “Women in leadership: From backcountry to boardroom,” outdoor execs weigh in on the state of women’s leadership in the industry and how they’re creating more opportunities for women.
DIY: Make Your Own Pulk Sled Ashley Brown|January 31, 2018 From a four-season tent to a warmer sleeping bag, the equipment required to enjoy winter camping can add up, both in bulk and weight. A pulk sled that glides along behind you makes transporting all that extra gear much easier. Learn how to make your own pulk sled.
How to Stay Warm in a Sleeping Bag Ken Knapp|January 26, 2018 Even a quality sleeping bag can use a little help. We offer tips on how to prevent heat loss, along with ways to add a little warmth to your bag.
Warren Miller Forever Changed the World of Skiing REI Staff|January 25, 2018 Generations of skiers grew up going to Warren Miller movies at the start of each winter season, and it became a rite of passage for skiers and their families. So when Miller died on Wednesday night, at home in Orcas Island, Washington, at the age of 93, the news impacted skiers of all ages.
North America Gets Its Own Slice of Hut-to-Hut Skiing Devon O’Neil|January 18, 2018 A new backcountry hut in Colorado, opening this year, aims to bring European-style hut-to-hut ski touring right here to America. Every savv...
