7 Reasons Why 2017 Is Already the Biggest Year in Climbing History Julie Ellison|July 14, 2017 And it’s only halfway over If you’re like me, July’s arrival is a natural time to drink a half-rack of PBR (gotta stay hydrated!) while l...
Kayak for Veterans Matt Crossman|July 12, 2017 Explore the great outdoors with free kayaks for veterans! Learn how REI is giving back to those who served and find out how to get your own kayak today.
Relentless Forward Motion Chris Van Leuven|July 10, 2017 From peak bagging, to distance running, mountain athlete Sunny Stroeer is chasing the next challenge. January 23, 2017, Aconcagua, Argent...
Semi-Rad: Weeknight Camping Is Worth Your Time Brendan Leonard|July 10, 2017 We often think of camping as a big endeavor, only possible on the weekends. But weeknight camping can be simple, and it's well worth your time.
Backpacking Etiquette: How to Not Be *That* Newbie Aer Parris|July 7, 2017 Good manners make life with others a little easier. Here's a list of backpacking etiquette, or more simply, how to be a good human in the woods.
How You Too Can Help Restore Peaks in Our National Forests Ann Bieri|July 5, 2017 Quandary Peak is one of the most popular of Colorado’s 54 “fourteeners,” peaks 14,000 feet or higher in elevation. Thanks to easy access fro...
The Nature Fix: The Awe of the Night Sky Florence Williams|July 3, 2017 The night sky is a disappearing resource. To see it, most of us have to travel far. But it’s worth it, for our mental as well as physical health.
The Rise of the Suspension Tent Megan Michelson|July 2, 2017 Above-the-ground tents—treehouse tents, rooftop tents and tricked-out hammocks—may be camping’s latest trend, but they’re also practical.
DIY: Use Everyday Objects to Make Three Outdoor Games REI Staff|June 29, 2017 Perfect for car camping or picnics, learn how to make three outdoor games: bowling, washers and campground golf.
The Secret to Creating a Healthy and Sustainable Running Practice Christine Yu|June 29, 2017 Trail running can help you cultivate mindfulness, manage stress both on and off the trails—and in turn enjoy the miles more. Elinor Fish ...
Katie Bono’s Blistering New Denali Speed Record Nick Mott|June 28, 2017 A conversation about training, risk, Taylor Swift and sparkly star stickers Around 8:46 p.m. on June 13, as T-Swizzle vibrated through he...
A Questionnaire with the Runner Who Just Claimed Second at Western States Abigail Wise|June 28, 2017 Magda Boulet lives it up Last weekend, Magda Boulet (43) crossed the finish line of America's oldest 100-mile race in 19 hours, 49 minute...
