The Perfect Kit: Going Outside with Kiddos Mattie Schuler|June 8, 2021 Gear your children up for walks and outdoor playtime with our favorite hiking shoes, snacks and even a kite.
Vanny Mwamba: Limitless Sides to Outside Vanny Mwamba|May 24, 2021 Urban Hikers co-founder Vanny Mwamba shares the power he finds in walking his neighborhood streets.
Molly Schneider: Limitless Sides to Outside Molly Schneider|May 24, 2021 Thru hiker Molly Schneider shares how she's redefining what the outdoors means to her after a 2018 accident left her paralyzed.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Camping Pillow Heather Hansman|March 26, 2021 Backpacking is about sacrificing the creature comforts, but sleep should never, ever be one of those.
A Favorite REI Pack Gets a Sustainable Upgrade Aer Parris|March 12, 2021 New this spring, the co-op reimagines the popular Flash 22 Pack with an undyed version just for members.
Gear I Hold Dear: The Pocket Burrito Maren Horjus|March 9, 2021 When it comes to trail snacks, there is nothing more satisfying.
A Climb for Greater Accessibility Morgan Tilton|January 22, 2021 Athlete and advocate Quinn Brett wants to improve all-abilities access in outdoor spaces nationwide. Now, she’s spearheading a new role with the U.S. Department of the Interior to help bridge the gap.
Hiking Through Illness Lornet Turnbull|January 22, 2021 An REI member explores her shifting relationship to the outdoors after being diagnosed with cancer last summer.
Op-Ed: Why Communities Need One-Time Emergency Park Funding Diane Regas|January 15, 2021 Local parks too often are deemed a privilege or luxury, when they should be a right. We’re calling on Congress to include a one-time $500 million investment in parks in future economic stimulus legislation.
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.
How to Take Your Workout Outdoors Nicole Tsong|December 18, 2020 Make the outdoors your gym with these 10 tips to stay active this winter.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Swiss Army Knife M. John Fayhee|December 8, 2020 The seminal multi-tool still reigns supreme for one longtime hiker.
