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Miss Janet poses in front of her van in an aqua shirt

At Home on the Appalachian Trail

Jonathan Olivier//February 13, 2020

Janet Hensley grew up a stone’s throw from the AT. Since then, she’s devoted her life to helping people hike it. Read More...

Innovators: The (Ski) Boot Cobbler

Devon O’Neil//February 13, 2020

Professional freeskier Eric Hjorleifson first made a name for himself, then some of the backcountry ski world’s greatest boots. Read More...

What We Know About Running’s Impact on Mental Health

Amanda Loudin//February 13, 2020

A growing body of research suggests running may benefit your mental health. Read More...

Pro Skier Angel Collinson Wants to Sail Around the World

Megan Michelson//February 6, 2020

Pro skier Angel Collinson felt a calling to live on a boat. So, she bought an old sailboat and intends to do just that. Read More...

Light filters through big, puffy clouds above a scenic ridgeline

The Reinvention of Breaks Interstate Park

Graham Averill//February 5, 2020

The 4,600-acre expanse is wild and prime for adventure, but can it save a post-coal community? Read More...

"In Our Nature" host, Erin Sullivan, at Sugarbush Resort during early ski season

In Our Nature: How are Warming Winters Changing Snowsports?

Megan Michelson//February 4, 2020

If you've noticed your favorite ski slope is receiving more or less snowfall than past seasons, you're not imagining things. Is climate change to blame for this change? We set the record straight on 9 misconceptions about the climate’s impact on changing winter weather. Read More...

Gear

Innovators: The (Ski) Boot Cobbler

Devon O’Neil//February 13, 2020
First Look: The 6 Coolest Winter Camping Products We Saw at Outdoor Retailer

Ryan Wichelns//February 13, 2020
First Look: Our Favorite Ski Apparel and Accessories from Outdoor Retailer

Lily Krass//February 7, 2020
Good Gear: The World’s Warmest Trash

Kelly Bastone//February 6, 2020
First Look: The 7 Best Skis, Boots and Bindings We Found at Outdoor Retailer

Lily Krass//February 6, 2020
Uncommon Challenge: Sleep (Well) In a Bivy Sack

Will McGough//January 23, 2020
Tested: The Best Skis of 2020

Maren Horjus//January 21, 2020
Head to Head: Rack ‘Em Up

Ryan Wichelns//January 9, 2020
Trail Mix: What To Keep In Your Emergency Car Kit

Cameron Vigliotta//January 8, 2020

Travel

Things to Do in Dublin

Brigid Mander//February 14, 2020

How to Adventure Around Europe By Train

Nick Davidson//February 12, 2020

Overlooking a very green landscape during the daytime.

Big Bend National Park Hiking Guide

Amber Scott//February 12, 2020

People walking on green hills in Ireland.

Ireland’s Best Outdoor Activities

Brigid Mander//February 7, 2020

THe rugged mountain peaks of the French Alps.

Best Hikes in France

Kristen Arendt//January 29, 2020

Top Climbing Areas in Europe

Liz Dengler//January 17, 2020

How To & Skills

Backpacking Recipe: Vegan Tortilla Soup

Fresh Off the Grid//February 10, 2020
Camp Recipe: Tie-Dye Fruit Leathers

Fresh Off the Grid//January 23, 2020
These Plant-Based Meat Camp Recipes Taste Like the Real Deal

Aer Parris//January 22, 2020
How Young is Too Young to Ski?

Emily Stifler Wolfe//January 21, 2020
Backpacking Recipes: Red Lentil Marinara

Fresh Off the Grid//January 10, 2020
Backpacking Recipe: Spinach & Artichoke Fettuccine

Fresh Off the Grid//December 19, 2019
You Don’t Need Anything to Play These Games

Aer Parris//December 18, 2019
Camp Recipe: Toasted Coconut Hot Chocolate

Fresh Off the Grid//December 13, 2019
How to Stay Active Outdoors While Pregnant

Jenni Gritters//December 7, 2019

Co-op Cinema

REI Presents: 1,000 Mile Dream

REI Staff//December 17, 2019

Liza Dietzen has dedicated her life to raising and caring for her sled dog team, fostering a deep bond built on mutual trust. Watch their story now. Read More...

Pattie Gonia in "Dear Mother Nature" documentary

REI Presents: ‘Everything to Lose’ by Pattie Gonia

REI Staff//November 21, 2019

Pattie Gonia uses her superpower for artistic expression and drag to raise awareness around the plastics crisis in the film "Dear Mother Nature" and music video "Everything to Lose." Read More...

Sons of previous Mt Kennedy climbers trekking up the mountain

REI Presents: Return to Mount Kennedy Film

REI Staff//

In 1965 Jim Whittaker led Senator Robert Kennedy to the first ascent of a remote mountain in the Yukon named after the late president, JFK. Fifty years later, the sons of the original climbing team embark on an expedition to the mountain to celebrate the special bond that connects them all. Read More...

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