Five States Join Formal Commitment to Grow Outdoor Recreation Sarah Grothjan|October 24, 2019 Maine, Michigan, Nevada, New Mexico and Virginia have joined the eight founding states of the Outdoor Recreation Industry Confluence Accords.
How to Build a Life Based On Intentional, Mindful Consumption Jenni Gritters|October 21, 2019 Members of the outdoor community, including REI staff, share their tips for embracing minimalism, zero waste and other mindful consumption trends.
The Significance of Brigid Kosgei’s Marathon Record Amanda Loudin|October 17, 2019 Flying under the radar, this runner from Kenya has destroyed the women’s marathon world record.
In Our Nature: Are Forest Preschools the Way of the Future? Jenni Gritters|October 17, 2019 Forest preschools are more popular than ever. Now public schools are using the lessons of forest preschools to make them more accessible to more kids.
New Hampshire Becomes 16th State to Add Dedicated Outdoor Recreation Office Sarah Grothjan|October 10, 2019 The Granite State’s new Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry Development will focus on boosting its workforce, bringing in new business and improving land access.
7.6 Million Gathered Worldwide for September’s Global Climate Demonstrations—Now What? Sarah Grothjan|October 10, 2019 Here’s what to expect now that the demonstrations are over and the protest signs have been recycled.
5 Things to Watch Following the U.N. Climate Summit James Gaines|October 3, 2019 Talks among world leaders have wrapped up, but the story is far from over.
The California Emissions Waiver Lawsuit—Explained Sarah Grothjan|October 3, 2019 Twenty-three states are suing the Trump administration to maintain California’s ability to set its own emissions standards. What you need to know about the case—and why it matters.
Vela To Serve As Acting Director of the NPS, Effective Immediately Jenni Gritters|October 1, 2019 Raymond David Vela will lead the Park Service effective October 1, 2019, Interior Department Secretary Bernhardt announced with the signing of Order 3345.
Low-Cost Green Energy Comes to Texas Aer Parris|September 26, 2019 REI teams up with an energy provider to purchase local, green energy directly from the source.
New Numbers Show Size of the Outdoor Recreation Economy at the State Level Sarah Grothjan|September 24, 2019 A first-ever report from the Bureau of Economic Analysis reveals the contribution of the outdoor industry for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
