Here’s What the ‘America the Beautiful’ Plan Could Mean for Lovers of Public Lands To fight climate change and save wildlife, the Biden administration has set a goal to conserve 30% of America’s lands and waters by 2030. The outdoor recreation community stands to play a pivotal role. Here’s what the plan looks like and how you can support it. Julie Brown | September 8, 2021 The Perfect Kit for Leaf-Peeping Courtney Holden | September 3, 2021 Gear I Hold Dear: My REI Co-op Fleece Katie Burke | August 17, 2021 Seal of Renewal Edie Nugent | August 17, 2021 Snack Hack: On-the-Go Avocado Bowl Maria Hines | August 17, 2021
A New Chapter: Co-op Journal Rebrands as Uncommon Path Michelle Flandreau|July 8, 2021 In rebranding as Uncommon Path, this change reinforces our commitment to inspire, inform and shift perceptions of time outside.
Q&A: Interior Secretary Deb Haaland on Monument Designations, Conservation and More Sarah Grothjan|June 15, 2021 Deb Haaland discusses the proposed America the Beautiful initiative, national monument designations, clean energy on public lands and more.
Get to Know Film Director Angela Tucker REI Staff|May 26, 2021 Meet Angela Tucker, accomplished writer and director of REI Co-op Studios' latest film series, "The Trees Remember."
Updates to the 6 Environmental Rollbacks You Should Know Sarah Grothjan|April 22, 2021 At the beginning of 2020, we wrote about six of the environmental rollbacks that have particular significance to recreationists and people vulnerable to climate change. With the Biden administration in place and new agency leaders at the helm, many of these rollbacks are being undone or amended.
What is the Circular Economy? REI Staff|April 9, 2021 Most products move from the planet's resources to the landfill. Some companies are seeking to change that linear pattern to a circular one.
With Deb Haaland at the Helm, Change Is on the Horizon for Interior Sarah Grothjan|April 6, 2021 In March, Haaland made history after being confirmed the first Native American cabinet secretary. We take a look at what could happen under her leadership.
Can You Get Exercise Riding an Electric Bike? There’s a perception that riding an e-bike is like cheating. But some studies have found that riding an e-bike can be a pretty good workout. Courtney Holden|June 2, 2021
West Elm + REI: 5 Easy Ways to Grow Your Own Food This year, REI collaborated with West Elm to co-create a collection that makes it easier than ever to make yourself at home outside. To celebrate, we invited West Elm to share their tips for growing home-to-table food. Kelsey Mirando|May 31, 2021
West Elm + REI: A Case for Using Outdoor Furniture Inside Durable, functional, easy to care for—the features that make outdoor furnishings perfect for outside make them great picks for inside, too. Kelsey Mirando|May 31, 2021
West Elm + REI: How to Host a Dinner Party in an Outdoor Space This year, REI collaborated with West Elm to co-create a collection that makes it easier than ever to make yourself at home outside. To celebrate, we invited West Elm to share their pro tips for hosting a dinner party in your favorite local park or green space. Kelsey Mirando|May 31, 2021
Cooking with Maria Hines: Curry Chicken Salad James Beard Award-winning chef Maria Hines helps you level-up your next outdoor gathering with a recipe for the perfect al fresco lunch. Maria Hines|May 28, 2021
Cooking with Maria Hines: Truffled Asparagus Salad James Beard Award-winning chef Maria Hines helps you level-up your next outdoor gathering with a tasty recipe for asparagus salad that's vegetarian, gluten-free and keto- and paleo-friendly. Maria Hines|May 28, 2021
REI Presents: Cycle of Ancestry REI Staff|March 30, 2021 Watch "Cycle of Ancestry," a film about family, heritage and how your roots can shape your future.
REI Presents: Pedal Through Kayla Brock|August 3, 2020 The short film "Pedal Through" invites us into the world of director-lead Analise Cleopatra as she discovers the healing and joy of mountain biking.
REI Presents: Venture Out REI Staff|February 20, 2020 Perry Cohen, founder of The Venture Out Project, talks about his journey founding the organization and the REI Presents film, Venture Out.
