3 Must-Read Children’s Books Christopher Solomon|February 3, 2025 The book buyer for REI Co-op recommends these three children’s books about the outdoors to educate and inspire young readers.
4 New Outdoor & Nature Books We’re Loving REI Staff|May 21, 2024 REI Co-op book buyer David Henkes curates a book selection to connect members and customers with the wonder and discovery of nature.
Novelist Amy Tan’s Backyard Birdwatching Journey Alexandra Marvar|April 23, 2024 In an interview with REI Co-op, acclaimed novelist Amy Tan delves into the inspirations behind her latest work, 'The Backyard Bird Chronicles,' exploring themes of nature, introspection, and the beauty found in the mundane.
What We’re Reading, Watching and Listening To Right Now Erin Berger|January 17, 2024 We asked artists, writers and tastemakers what they're reading and listening to. They shared their favorite outdoor adventure books and more.
Nature as a Healer: Excerpt from Rue Mapp’s ‘Nature Swagger’ Rue Mapp|October 21, 2022 'Nature Swagger,' a collection of stories and photos from Outdoor Afro founder and CEO Rue Mapp, celebrates Black joy in the outdoors.
Books, Movies and Podcasts to Bring the Outdoors Into Your Home Ashley Brown|March 16, 2020 Staying inside doesn’t mean giving up a love for the outdoors. From outdoor podcasts to books about great adventures, learn how to bring in the outdoors at the REI Co-op Journal.
Editors’ Picks: Outdoor Books for Kids Aer Parris|January 21, 2020 These tales about snowy city days, travels to the top of the world and the importance of conservation have captured our hearts.
This Isn’t Your Average Photo Book Megan Michelson|December 11, 2019 Stories Behind the Images, a new book release from renowned outdoor photographer Corey Rich, is as captivating to read as it is to look at.
4 Ways To Progress As A Climber Hilary Oliver|April 17, 2019 Here are resources—from guide companies, to books to community connections—to help you build your climbing skills and experience.
The Best Climbing Books According to AAC Librarians Eric Rueth|March 19, 2019 The AAC library is packed full of alpine history. Here are the librarians' top picks for mountain stories to get lost in.
One Writer’s Quest to Introduce Kids to Our National Parks Hilary Oliver|August 29, 2018 A look at Kate Siber's book, National Parks of the U.S.A., which is fiilled with facts about the national parks—from Death Valley to the Virgin Islands.
How to Fight Burnout Abigail Wise|June 7, 2017 A Q&A with author Brad Stulberg on his new book, Peak Performance Most of us are no strangers to burnout. From running PRs to your ca...
