Female Pioneers Who Paved the Way for Women in the Outdoors Laura Bauer|March 21, 2017 Whether hiking, climbing, or penning their adventures, these have been “firsts, “fastests” and “onlys" who changed the way we view women in ...
5 Must-Hike Spots in Oregon’s High Desert ONDA|March 20, 2017 Discover the beauty of Oregon's high desert with these 5 must-hike spots on the Oregon Desert Trail. Explore the stunning landscapes and unique wildlife.
Elation: A Cattle Dog’s Story of Outside Aer Parris|March 16, 2017 I know where we are going when my person puts on the dirty shoes—the ones that smell amazing. They smell like a thousand trips into the moss...
The Benefits of Hiking Alone Haley Littleton|March 16, 2017 For more women to reap the rewards of solo adventuring, fears must be confronted and centuries-old social norms must be broken.
5 Less-Traveled Trails on the Oregon Coast Matt Wastradowski|March 15, 2017 Our favorite underrated hikes for exploring undiscovered gems and incredible viewpoints this spring For Oregon outdoor enthusiasts, now i...
Member Portrait: Three Adventurous Stewards Shawnté Salabert|March 12, 2017 For me, the outdoors is synonymous with connection. It’s about forming an emotional link with the land—and with myself—as much as it is abou...
Commune With Nature—In The City Hilary Oliver|March 8, 2017 Research is showing the benefits of time spent in nature, why not get a dose whenever you can? Here are ways I’ve found nature in the city.
Creating Community, One Hike at a Time Martha Roskowski|March 7, 2017 Girls Who Hike launched its Oregon chapter late last year, and it's since taken off. Our writer spoke with a few of its members about why th...
Barbara Hillary: Our Favorite Boundary Breaker Sarah Knapp|March 3, 2017 Barbara Hillary became the first African-American woman to reach the North and South Poles at age 79. She's living proof that adventure is f...
Using Hiking to Promote Body Positivity Matt Wastradowski|March 2, 2017 Fat Girls Hiking isn't about weight loss. It's about getting outside and feeling comfortable in your own skin. As Summer and Lezley cut t...
REI Presents: Trail Angel REI Staff|February 28, 2017 Paul Stiffler, better known as Ponytail Paul, the Appalachian Trail and its thru-hikers have been the therapeutic force needed to turn his life around.
Proven Tips for Faster Injury Recovery Mitch Stubbs|February 28, 2017 How one outdoorsman bounced back—physically and mentally—from a horrific accident Last summer, I began my involuntary rehabilitation prog...
