Camping In the Desert? Don’t Bust the Crust. Ula Chrobak|December 4, 2022 What to know about the essential yet fragile soil ecosystems called “biocrusts,” and how to protect them.
Camping in Stone Mountain Sheeka Sanahori|November 29, 2022 Discover a new side to Georgia’s most popular tourist attraction. Check out this local’s camping guide to historic Stone Mountain Park.
It’s Time to Permanently Protect the Boundary Waters Jacqueline Kehoe|November 16, 2022 More than 1,175 lakes comprise the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, where countless generations have fished, canoe camped, hiked and chased waterfalls. Now, this national treasure needs our help to receive permanent federal protection.
Cumberland Island Camping and History Guide Sheeka Sanahori|November 16, 2022 Come visit Georgia’s hidden wetland, perfect for your next hiking and camping adventure.
Camping in South Carolina Madelyne Rose|November 16, 2022 From the charming Lowcountry to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, South Carolina offers a variety of unique camping destinations.
Outdoor Op Ed: What Is Environmental Racism, and What Can We Do about It? Mike Brown|November 9, 2022 Mike Brown explores both the personal and historical impact of environmental racism, along with a call to action and ideas of what the outdoor community can do to address the inequality that still exists today.
Nature as a Healer: Excerpt from Rue Mapp’s ‘Nature Swagger’ Rue Mapp|October 21, 2022 'Nature Swagger,' a collection of stories and photos from Outdoor Afro founder and CEO Rue Mapp, celebrates Black joy in the outdoors.
“We Are All on Native Land” Christina Montoya Fiedler|October 7, 2022 In the U.S.A., we are all on Native land—and it's important to learn how how to honor Indigenous communities by recreating mindfully. Here's how to start.
Founder Spotlight: Martha Y Díaz, Itacate Foods REI Staff|October 4, 2022 Martha Díaz founded the Latin backpacking meal company Itacate Foods to create a sense of belonging, empowerment and healing in the outdoors.
Our National Parks: How Accessible Are They? Sarah Grothjan|September 21, 2022 The national parks are more accessible than in years past, but some say they're still not accessible enough. Advocates, trail users and park officials weigh in on what's working—and what could be better.
Quiz: How Well Do You Know the Leave No Trace Principles? REI Staff|September 14, 2022 How well do you know how to Leave No Trace? Take our quiz to find out—and learn more.
We Are Nature with Rue Mapp Shelby Stanger|September 13, 2022 Rue Mapp spent her youth swimming in creeks and playing on her family’s ranch in California. As she got older, Rue explored new ways to get outside and enjoy nature, but she didn’t see many other Black people in the outdoor spaces she loved. As a response, Rue started Outdoor Afro, a national not-for-profit that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature.
