This Wildlife Conservationist is Helping More Birders Find Their Place Outside Biologist Corina Newsome talks bird watching, #BlackBirdersWeek and how to make the outdoors more inclusive. Sarah Grothjan | December 30, 2020 First Look: REI Co-op’s New Snow Outerwear Phuong Le | December 30, 2020 Eric Artz: Grateful for Our Community in a Year Like No Other Eric Artz | December 29, 2020 Cold-Weather Running Gear: The Perfect Kit Heather Hansman | December 22, 2020 How to Take Your Workout Outdoors Nicole Tsong | December 18, 2020
Hiking Through Illness Lornet Turnbull|January 22, 2021 An REI member explores her shifting relationship to the outdoors after being diagnosed with cancer last summer.
Op-Ed: Why Communities Need One-Time Emergency Park Funding Diane Regas|January 15, 2021 Local parks too often are deemed a privilege or luxury, when they should be a right. We’re calling on Congress to include a one-time $500 million investment in parks in future economic stimulus legislation.
The Best Indoor Cycling Apps for All Riders Courtney Holden|January 12, 2021 These 6 apps make indoor training more fun.
Refuge Outdoor Festival: Building an Inclusive Outdoor Community Kameko Thomas|January 8, 2021 Refuge is a three-day camping experience geared toward people of color focused on building community through outdoor recreation, conversations, music and art.
Recreate Responsibly: An Activity-Specific Guide REI Staff|December 30, 2020 Considering how to ski, hike, camp, paddle, climb or bike during the pandemic? Here’s what you need to know for specific outdoor activities.
A New Way to Experience the Adirondacks Amanda Loudin|December 28, 2020 Adirondack Hamlets to Huts aims to connect the region’s vast trail network with lodging, food and experiences in communities along the way. Although COVID-19 disrupted this year’s launch plan, the organization hopes to prove its vision in 2021.
How to Find Solitude in the Great Smoky Mountains The Smokies topped 12.5 million visits last year, but there’s still room to explore under-the-radar areas within the most popular national park. Graham Averill|December 1, 2020
Yes, There Are Still Bison in America. Here’s Where to See Them. The conservation story of the American bison is still unfolding. Today, some 20,000 bison in this country are free-roaming wildlife. Alexandra Marvar|November 11, 2020
YETI Ambassador Dishes on His Favorite Fall Drinks Pitmaster and YETI ambassador Matt Pittman shares the recipes to his favorite seasonal sips, along with a spooky tale. Matt Pittman|October 27, 2020
How to Meditate Outdoors Three exercises to tune into your surroundings outdoors—even if you’re just walking around your neighborhood Jenni Gritters
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|October 21, 2020
Numb Fingers and Toes? It’s Not Frostbite, But Raynaud’s Can Still Be a Pain to Deal With Raynaud’s syndrome, where fingers turn white and get numb, is uncomfortable. Learn the causes and ways to manage it during your outdoor activities. Ken Knapp|October 12, 2020
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 Perry Cohen, founder of The Venture Out Project, talks about his journey founding the organization and the REI Presents film, Venture Out.
REI Presents: 1,000 Mile Dream REI Staff 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.
