You Won’t Need to Pay an Entrance Fee at Our National Parks on These Days in 2020 Jenni Gritters|November 14, 2019 There are five free-entrance days on the books for the year ahead. Mark your calendar!
This 15-Year-Old Is Whitewater Kayaking’s Rising Star Graham Averill|November 12, 2019 In just twelve months, Evy Leibfarth has established herself as one of the world's preeminent paddlers.
Your Shorts Could Help You Get Rescued Ryan Wichelns|November 7, 2019 RECCO technology is no longer just for ski gear. With the development of a new helicopter-based detector, outdoor brands are now incorporating the tiny reflectors into all-season hiking apparel.
Best Hikes Near Salt Lake City Liz Dengler|November 4, 2019 Discover everything from alpine lakes to a mountain-top living room made of stone on these eight hikes near Salt Lake City.
Fight the Daylight Saving Slump With Time Outside Jenni Gritters|October 31, 2019 Want to help your body switch faster? Make plans to head outside!
10 Ways to Incorporate More Nature Time into Your Child’s Life Sarah Grothjan|October 30, 2019 Prioritizing your child’s nature fix is about more than burning off some extra energy. Here are 10 tips for upping your child's daily dose of the outdoors.
REI’s Opt to Act Commitments REI Staff|October 22, 2019 As we ask our members and employees to join the fight for life outdoors, here’s what we’re committing to in return as part of #OptOutside.
In Our Nature: Are Forest Preschools the Way of the Future? Jenni Gritters|October 17, 2019 Forest preschools are more popular than ever. Now public schools are using the lessons of forest preschools to make them more accessible to more kids.
You Don’t Need a Mega Pass to Ski This Winter Brigid Mander|October 17, 2019 North American skiers and snowboarders have had the choice: Epic Pass or Ikon Pass? But what if the answer is neither? Here's a case for skiing the small, independent resorts.
New Hampshire Becomes 16th State to Add Dedicated Outdoor Recreation Office Sarah Grothjan|October 10, 2019 The Granite State’s new Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry Development will focus on boosting its workforce, bringing in new business and improving land access.
5 Things to Watch Following the U.N. Climate Summit James Gaines|October 3, 2019 Talks among world leaders have wrapped up, but the story is far from over.
Kayaking in North Alabama Graham Averill|October 2, 2019 From raging rivers to gator-filled bayous, Alabama offers unique paddle experiences across the state. Here are the best kayak spots in the state.
