Rewilding D.C.: City Trails Link the Urban to the Outdoors REI Staff|March 12, 2017 What if every U.S. city linked its urban core with outdoor recreation? A coalition of politicians, nonprofits and citizens is making this vision a reality.
Microfibers: What We Know So Far Vik Sahney|February 14, 2017 Today, we are taking a moment to share what we know so far about microfibers, an emerging topic that REI is tracking closely.
REI Celebrates Sustainable Design: The Root Award REI Staff|January 10, 2017 The Root Award highlights the most innovative, responsibly designed new product of the year.
San Gabriel Mountains: Where Urban Meets Wild in Los Angeles Daniel Rossman|October 10, 2016 We’re asking the Forest Service to include two things that will help residents of nearby communities enjoy the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument.
Help Protect West Virginia’s Birthplace of Rivers John Sterling|September 29, 2016 The West Virginia Rivers Coalition is working hard to urge people to write President Obama in hopes he'll designate Birthplace of Rivers National Monument.
REI’s New Distribution Center: How We Get Your Gear To You REI Staff|September 20, 2016 A look at our new facility in Goodyear, Arizona – one of the world’s most sustainable distribution centers. Learn more about the facility here.
Let’s Remember Our Trails on National Public Lands Day REI Staff|September 2, 2016 REI's 2015 Every Trail Connects campaign selected 10 trails throughout the U.S. See where they are now and volunteer for National Public Lands Day.
The Next Generation of Stewards in National Parks REI Staff|August 25, 2016 REI invests in the 21CSC, a national effort to establish career pathways and stewards opportunities for youth in America's outdoors.
U.S. Veteran Finds Clarity in Public Lands REI Staff|August 24, 2016 The Wilderness Society is showing the importance of public lands and why Congress and state legislatures shouldn't give away the lands to the states.
The Worthy Effort to Keep Public Lands Public REI Staff|August 24, 2016 Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership works on a variety of issues, including the fight to keep public lands accessible for all Americans.
Midwest Mega-Trail: Wisconsin’s Ice Age National Scenic Trail Joseph Concannon|August 11, 2016 The Ice Age National Scenic Trail (IAT) is one of very few endurance backpacking opportunities in our nation’s middle. Learn more about the trail.
Outdoor Industry Leaders Work to Reform Public Land Permitting REI Staff|August 5, 2016 Outdoor Industry leaders work with organizations and federal government to modernize and reform group permitting in U.S. public lands.