Changing the Face of the Outdoors Erin Berger|September 21, 2023 Meet nine brands from founders who bring fresh perspectives to the outdoor industry by improving access, expanding representation and inspiring more people to get outside.
Quiz: How Well Do You Know Our National Monuments? Jacqueline Kehoe|September 12, 2023 The United States has 133 national monuments. Test your knowledge about them—and learn how to join REI Co-op in supporting the movement to designate several more.
The Perfect Kit for Leading Group Hikes with Kids Christina Montoya Fiedler|August 28, 2023 Got a group of junior hikers on your hands? Here's what you need to get the whole gaggle out on a trek.
Nature Is Magic, Presented by The North Face Talia Lakshmi Kolluri|July 21, 2023 The North Face invites us all to believe in magic this summer, thanks to a new hike collection and the inspiration it brings.
The Perfect Kit: Day Hiking Michelle Threadgould|June 30, 2023 Enjoy a great day on the trails with this day hiking perfect kit, including our picks for a hydration pack, sunglasses, safety gear and more.
Good Gear: Danner Is Recrafting the Future of Boots Christina Montoya Fiedler|May 30, 2023 Good boots are a hiker’s best friend, and Danner wants to make sure that relationship lasts a lifetime.
First Look: HOKA x Cotopaxi Limited-Release Anacapa Breeze Low Hiking Shoe and Kapai 3L Hip Pack – Del Día Erica Zazo|May 4, 2023 Two beloved companies team up to design co-branded editions of your new favorite hiking shoes and hip pack.
Why I Get Outside: Resilience, Community and Understanding REI Staff|May 1, 2023 Four REI members, staff and partners share what the outdoors means to them.
Good Gear: BioLite Fuels Outdoor Adventures and Off-Grid Households Lisa Stiffler|April 28, 2023 The energy company is bringing innovative cooking, lighting and power tech to customers across the U.S. and Africa
Good Gear: Nocs Provisions and Amelia Winger-Bearskin Partner to Honor Native Lands Carrie A. Back|April 11, 2023 Binoculars brand Nocs Provisions and Indigenous artist Amelia Winger-Bearskin seek to help people see nature differently.
How the Infectious Joy of My Dog Got Me Moving—Again and Again Su-Jit Lin|April 11, 2023 The shelter pup got one member on her feet physically and emotionally. As he aged over 15 years of exploration together, she found herself returning the favor.
Quiz: Can You Identify These Animal Tracks? David Moskowitz|March 29, 2023 Learning to identify the creatures that share our outdoor spaces can enrich our connection to nature. So, can you figure out who left these tracks?
