They may call it a Picnic, but this is no walk in the park. Bike 23 miles, swim 1.3 miles, hike 3 miles and climb 6,000 feet straight up. Then eat a donut. Turn...
“I’d rather hang out with men than women.”
“My experience with other women in the outdoors is that they’re hostile and competitive.”
“Guys are more relaxed and ...
The women who can take you off your bike and into your running shoes on slickrock
When you hear Moab, you probably think of mountain biking, and why not? The r...
Energy and a Healthy Outdoors
As a co-op that knows that a life outdoors is a life well lived, we have long recognized the connection between energy use, clima...
We sat down in Los Angeles with REI members Yolanda and her daughter Stacey to find out what drives their passion for the outdoors.
Why is “outside” important?...
This Southerner savors his region one ride—and peanut shack—at a time.
Avery Creek is a bit of a mess when we reach the top of the trail, but in a good way. ...
Add to your distance, up your technique, and explore some of the most underrated trails in the country
The South is an untapped haven for trail runners. I...
There's an increased connection between nature and technology, but how far is too far?
Many of us seek outdoor spaces as a place to unplug from the constant pu...
For almost 80 years, the co-op has been committed to protecting our public lands. They are the cornerstone of our outdoor way of life. It doesn't matter if you ...
How to end neck pain now
Although “belayer’s neck” is not an official orthopedic diagnosis, it is an official pain in the ass—er, neck—for most climbers. We foc...
Your guide for taking dogs into the wilderness
Last summer, my partner and I went backpacking on trails in national parks where dogs weren’t allowed....
The trails and viewpoints in these state parks prove the Garden State deserves its title.
When you think of New Jersey, the first thing that might come to mind...
