Top Stories Why You Should Visit a National Park This Winter Summer isn't the only time to visit a national park. Here are six reasons you should plan a trip to our national parks this winter. Lily Krass | November 9, 2023 What Our Members Are Gifting This Season REI Staff | October 30, 2023 In Praise of Slowing Down Courtney Holden | October 19, 2023 We’ve Always Been Here: A Healing Journey for a Group of Indigenous Climbers REI Staff | September 29, 2023 What is Dispersed Camping? Jess Daddio | September 27, 2023
Gifts That Do Good Sarah Grothjan|October 27, 2023 Here are eight suggestions for gifts that do good, give back and can create lasting memories—no wrapping paper required.
How I Started Trail Running—and Why You Should Too Rebecca Campbell|October 26, 2023 A lifelong runner explains her transition from short to long distances, and talks to experts about the benefits of switching some of those road runs for the trail.
Gear Check: Alan Ortega’s Running Journey Courtney Holden|October 2, 2023 The REI Store Manager has always loved hitting the trail. Now he’s exploring what possibilities await down the road, from 5Ks to marathons.
Thru-Biking the East Coast Greenway: A Community-Centered Adventure Erica Zazo|September 27, 2023 What one solo bikepacker’s journey on the East Coast Greenway can teach us about community connection, accessible trails and the power of spontaneous adventure.
Quiz: How Well Do You Know Our National Monuments? Jacqueline Kehoe|September 12, 2023 The United States has 133 national monuments. Test your knowledge about them—and learn how to join REI Co-op in supporting the movement to designate several more.
Bikepacking, the E-Bike Way Graham Averill|July 28, 2023 An REI Co-op Member explores the Southern Appalachians on a multiday e-bikepacking adventure.
A Road Tripper’s Tips for Adventuring Close to Home Writer and seasoned road tripper Amy Conry Davis shares her tips, tricks and gear picks for local adventures—be it in an RV or your car. Amy Conry Davis|June 16, 2023
Quiz: Can You Identify These Animal Tracks? Learning to identify the creatures that share our outdoor spaces can enrich our connection to nature. So, can you figure out who left these tracks? David Moskowitz|March 29, 2023
DIY: Dog Bed This do-it-yourself tutorial uses an old foam pad and sleeping bag to make a lightweight dog bed for your pup's next camping adventure Ashley Brown|March 14, 2023
A Couple’s Guide to Camp Cuisine Good To-Go founder and chef Jennifer Scism designs the perfect Valentine's Day date night for the trail or summit. Jennifer Scism|February 9, 2023
Ask An Outsider: My boyfriend and I have different trail objectives. How can we find common ground? My boyfriend and I have different trail objectives. How can we meet in the middle? Karla Amador|February 7, 2023
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
Finding Our Wild REI Staff|August 14, 2023 A father and son take an overdue camping trip; along the way they discuss family history, culture and what it's like to watch each other age.
The Right to Joy REI Staff|June 19, 2023 In a new REI Co-op Studios documentary, cyclist Izzy Sederbaum pedals his way back to himself after surviving a cougar attack while biking.
Founder Spotlight: Sidney Baptista, PYNRS REI Staff|February 4, 2023 Sidney Baptista went from a stressful corporate job to being the founder and CEO of the streetwear-inspired running apparel brand PYNRS, seeking to transform the running community with help from the Path Ahead Ventures Navigate program.
