Top Stories Camping In the Desert? Don’t Bust the Crust. What to know about the essential yet fragile soil ecosystems called “biocrusts,” and how to protect them. Ula Chrobak | December 4, 2022 Good Gear: Cotopaxi Makes Gear that Looks Good and Does Good Sarah Grothjan | November 30, 2022 “We Are All on Native Land” Christina Montoya Fiedler | October 7, 2022 Founder Spotlight: Martha Y Díaz, Itacate Foods REI Staff | October 4, 2022 Our National Parks: How Accessible Are They? Sarah Grothjan | September 21, 2022
Everything to Know about Machine-Made Snow (Just Don’t Call It Fake) Elissa Garay|November 22, 2022 As global temperatures rise and less snow falls annually, the winter sports season shortens. It's bad news for snowboarders, skiers and resorts alike, but is snowmaking the answer?
Could 2022 Be the Year of the Boundary Waters? Jacqueline Kehoe|November 16, 2022 More than 1,175 lakes comprise the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, where countless generations have fished, canoe camped, hiked and chased waterfalls. Now, this national treasure needs our help to receive permanent federal protection.
Outdoor Op Ed: What Is Environmental Racism, and What Can We Do about It? Mike Brown|November 9, 2022 Mike Brown explores both the personal and historical impact of environmental racism, along with a call to action and ideas of what the outdoor community can do to address the inequality that still exists today.
Pass It On Zack Harold|November 2, 2022 A new program is helping family landowners keep forests healthy, protect biodiversity and care for natural spaces to recreate.
Nature as a Healer: Excerpt from Rue Mapp’s ‘Nature Swagger’ Rue Mapp|October 21, 2022 'Nature Swagger,' a collection of stories and photos from Outdoor Afro founder and CEO Rue Mapp, celebrates Black joy in the outdoors.
Introducing: Evelynn Escobar and Hike Clerb REI Staff|October 17, 2022 This intersectional women's outdoors group aims to get more Black, Indigenous and women of color outside to enjoy, reconnect with and find healing in nature.
Good Gear: Nocs Provisions and Amelia Winger-Bearskin Partner to Honor Native Lands Carrie A. Back|October 10, 2022
Best Places to See Stars Little light pollution and panoramic views make these some of the best places to see stars in the U.S. Matt Wastradowski|August 11, 2022
10 of the All-Time Best Running Hacks Some tried-and-true methods can help you work smarter while getting stronger. We’ve gathered our favorite pro tips to make the activity more pleasurable. Heather Balogh Rochfort|May 23, 2022
How to Meditate Outdoors Three exercises to tune into your surroundings outdoors—even if you’re just walking around your neighborhood Jenni Gritters|April 22, 2022
Your Guide for Journaling in Nature Combining journaling with time outside offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature while, processing your thoughts and emotions. Karla Amador and Mandi Carozza|April 22, 2022
Snack Hack: Thai Mango Sticky Rice This easy-to-make snack has everything you need for a day of movement: antioxidant-rich fruit, healthy fats and energy-boosting carbs. Maria Hines|March 8, 2022
22 Camping Hacks from REI Experts After spending nights in the outdoors, we've found camping hacks to make the outdoors a little more comfy. Here's a list of our favorites. Torin Daniels|January 23, 2022
Introducing: Evelynn Escobar and Hike Clerb REI Staff|October 17, 2022 This intersectional women's outdoors group aims to get more Black, Indigenous and women of color outside to enjoy, reconnect with and find healing in nature.
REI Presents: Venture Out REI Staff|June 24, 2022 Perry Cohen, founder of The Venture Out Project, talks about his journey founding the organization and the REI Presents film, Venture Out.
REI Presents: Camp Yoshi REI Staff|June 10, 2021 Rashad Frazier founded Camp Yoshi to create a space for Black folks and allies to unplug and reconnect with the wilderness. Watch the film.
