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.
The Best Down Jackets of 2021 Jenni Gritters|January 4, 2021 If you frequently spend time outdoors on cold days, consider buying a comfortable, lightweight, insulated down jacket. These are our favorites.
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.
Good Gear: Green Guru Breathes a Second Life Into Old Gear Drew Zieff|November 13, 2020 The Colorado-based company teamed up with REI Co-op to produce travel kits made of old bike tubes, sleeping pads and climbing ropes.
Yes, There Are Still Bison in America. Here’s Where to See Them. Alexandra Marvar|November 11, 2020 The conservation story of the American bison is still unfolding. Today, some 20,000 bison in this country are free-roaming wildlife.
The Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Dogs (and Their Humans) Maren Horjus|November 6, 2020 Here are our dog tester’s 13 favorite gifts, including a pack, a harness, a leash, a bowl, treats, a trailer and, yes, a tiny tent.
The Best Gifts for Hikers and Campers Maren Horjus|November 5, 2020 Make the view-seeking, ground-sleeping, trail-walking, outdoors-loving person on your list a happy camper with any of these 12 gift ideas.
First Look: Testing the New Stanley Titanium Drinkware Kelly Bastone|October 29, 2020 The company that invented double-wall steel insulation turns its magic to titanium.
Your Guide for Journaling in Nature Karla Amador and Mandi Carozza|October 21, 2020 Combining journaling with time outside offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature while, processing your thoughts and emotions.
The Best Gifts for Less Than $50 Aer Parris|October 17, 2020 No need to break the bank this holiday season. Our favorite gifts under $50 are sure to impress everyone on your list.
The Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Kids Heather Balogh Rochfort|October 16, 2020 Our list of favorite gift ideas for outdoorsy kids includes shoes, a bike, a helmet, a kite, bocce ball, boots and more.
Numb Fingers and Toes? It’s Not Frostbite, But Raynaud’s Can Still Be a Pain to Deal With Ken Knapp|October 12, 2020 Raynaud’s syndrome, where fingers turn white and get numb, is uncomfortable. Learn the causes and ways to manage it during your outdoor activities.