Jenni Gritters is a Seattle-based health writer and editor. You can see her bylines in Wirecutter, America's Test Kitchen, Upworthy, 538, Boston magazine and more. When Jenni isn't working with words, you can find her teaching yoga and mindfulness, hiking, blogging about food, or running with her husband and puppy. She's been an REI member since 2017.
If you plan to spend any time outside, you need a headlamp. In fact, headlamps are one of the most useful pieces of gear any outdoorsperson can own because they... Read More...
Gaiters cover the tops of your boots to keep snow, water, dirt, sand and other debris away from your feet. If you’re headed out for a hike or run on dusty trail... Read More...
Unlike a traditional suitcase, a versatile duffel bag can expand or contract based on the amount of gear you need to bring with you. You can stuff a duffel with... Read More...
There’s nothing better than hiking to a gorgeous alpine lake on a summer day, stringing up your favorite hammock 200 feet from the sparkling water, and taking a... Read More...
On August 31, 2018, President Donald Trump named Raymond David Vela as his pick for the 19th director of the National Park Service (NPS). If confirmed, the 28-y... Read More...
If you’ve been sleeping uncomfortably on an air mattress or a foam pad during your car-camping excursions, this guide is for you. There’s a better world out the... Read More...
The convenience of car camping offers major sleep system improvements over backpacking: The size and weight of your gear simply don’t matter as much, so you can... Read More...
Car campers have one distinct benefit over backpackers: a vehicle. Car-camping gear can be larger and heavier than backpacking gear because you won’t be carryin... Read More...
If you’ve ever worn cotton socks on the trail, you know how bad things can get for your feet: Cotton socks hold moisture next to your skin, which can cause chaf... Read More...
