DIY: How to Skip a Rock REI Staff|July 30, 2019 Learn the art of skipping rocks on water with our step-by-step guide! Impress your friends with your newfound skills. Check out our DIY tutorial now on REI's blog.
Dream Makers: The Partners Behind 3 of the Most Epic Outdoor Feats of Our Time Cassidy Randall|July 29, 2019 Success doesn’t happen in a vacuum. These are the life partners who helped pave the way for some of the world’s most impressive athletic accomplishments.
Nouria Newman Is Redefining Whitewater Kayaking Cassidy Randall|July 26, 2019 The 27-year-old is viewed as one of the world's best kayakers. A behind-the-scenes look at her career and how she's achieved Class V whitewater prowess.
State Offices Get Boost From New Recreation-Focused Network Matt Wastradowski|July 24, 2019 A growing number of states have formed offices of outdoor recreation. Now, an Outdoor Recreation Learning Network will help them collaborate.
What I Learned from Climbing While Pregnant Beth Rodden|July 23, 2019 When Beth Rodden became pregnant, she couldn't find much info about climbing while expecting—so she decided to share her own journey, hoping to help others find the path that's right for them.
The Hometown Hero for Mountain Bike Trails in Wilmot, Wisconsin Tony Gill|July 22, 2019 Read about the thrilling Silver Lake mountain bike trails in Wilmot, Wisconsin. Read about the hometown hero who made it all possible on REI's cycling blog.
Best Swimming Holes in the Southern Appalachians Graham Averill|July 22, 2019 The South is known for its hot and muggy summers. Here are 10 of the best swimming holes to help you beat the heat in the Appalachians.
Refugee Youths In Seattle Make Connections Through Climbing Kade Krichko|July 16, 2019 In a potentially lonely new city, a rock climbing program offers empowerment and relationships.
Second Phase of Mountain Goat Removal Project Underway Anna Callaghan|July 15, 2019 The second phase of a plan to remove all the mountain goats from the Olympic Peninsula begins this month. Here's what recreationists need to know.
The Making of Bethany Hamilton: Unstoppable with Director Aaron Lieber Shelby Stanger|July 11, 2019 Aaron Leiber made the film Unstoppable about one of the world's best surfers: Bethany Hamilton. Listen to their story.
The Trust for Public Land: How to Solve the Problem of Park Access Diane Regas|July 8, 2019 Diane Regas, president and CEO of The Trust for Public Land, weighs in on the disparity of park access nationwide and what can be done to adress it.
First Look: 7 New Products for Luxe Car Camping Stasia Stockwell|July 5, 2019 We went in search of the best new gear for car campers at last month’s Outdoor Retailer show. From portable smokers to plush sleep systems, these noteworthy products will be sure to up your camping game.
