Climate Change Threatens $11.3 Billion Snowsports Industry, Protect Our Winters Report Says Michelle Flandreau|February 22, 2018 The winter sports tourism industry in the U.S. added $11.3 billion in economic value and supported more than 191,000 jobs in the winter season of 2015–2016, according to a new report from Protect Our Winters (POW). But warmer winters and decreased snowfall “threaten the livelihood of an entire industry."
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.
First Look: Rad Snowsports Gear from Outdoor Retailer 2018 Megan Michelson|January 30, 2018 New outdoor gear technology debuts at 2018 Outdoor Retailer show, from ski boots heated by an app to a jacket with a built-in hydration bladder.
Meet Mario Molina, the new executive director of Protect Our Winters Megan Michelson|December 21, 2017 Molina discusses his goals at POW, why he thinks climate change should be the outdoor industry’s next big issue, and the future of ski resorts.
Submit Your Comments: Proposed National Park Fee Increase REI Staff|November 16, 2017 The National Park Service is proposing to increase entrance fees at 17 of our most popular national parks during peak season. Submit your comment.
Online Used Gear Beta Gets More Gear to More People Vik Sahney|October 9, 2017 For the first time ever, you can shop for lightly used outdoor gear and clothing on REI.com. Learn more about the new REI Co-op Used Gear Beta.
REI and more than 350 Outdoor Industry CEOs Defend National Monuments REI Staff|August 17, 2017 Read the letter that more than 350 outdoor industry CEOs, including REI Co-op CEO Jerry Stritzke, submitted to Secretary of Zinke.
What You Should Know About the National Monuments Review REI Staff|June 9, 2017 Editor’s note updated July 10, 2017: The public comment period has closed. You’ve probably heard more about national monuments in the pas...
REI’s Comments to the Department of the Interior Regarding National Monuments Jerry Stritzke|June 7, 2017 Read a letter from REI Co-op CEO Jerry Stritzke to U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke regarding the review of 27 national monuments.
You Are the Public in Public Lands Jerry Stritzke|May 16, 2017 27 national monuments could be shrunk, resized or rescinded in the next 100 days if the Department of the Interior doesn't hear from the outdoor community.
Coming Together at the 2017 REI Co-op Member Meeting REI Staff|May 10, 2017 REI Co-op members gathered at the Seattle flagship on May 1st for the annual member meeting–a chance for members to hear from the senior lea...
Our Public Lands REI Staff|April 27, 2017 For almost 80 years, the co-op has been committed to protecting our public lands. They are the cornerstone of our outdoor way of life.
