Out There: Three REI Co-op Partners Bringing LGBTQ+ Community Into the Outdoors Jacqueline Kehoe|June 1, 2026 From ice climbing to summer camp, the LGBTQ+ community is finding more ways to be out and proud—with these organizations leading the way.
From Desk Job to Discovering Diversity in Nature: How I Became a Queer Ecologist Jason Wise|June 12, 2025 One REI Co-op Member in Los Angeles shares his journey from working a typical 9-to-5 job to living a life centered around nature and the outdoors.
The EXPLORE Act Has Been Signed into Law—Thanks to Your Help Jacqueline Kehoe|January 6, 2025 One of the U.S.'s largest outdoor recreation bills will have far-reaching positive affects on life outside.
Better Together: The REI Cooperative Action Network Community Celebrates Historic Wins Ever Meister|December 23, 2024 This year, REI Co-op members used their voices to increase funding for trails, state parks, e-bikes and more.
From Service to Solace: Active and Past Armed Forces Personnel Share Their Outdoor Stories REI Staff|November 8, 2024 REI Co-op Members who have served in the military describe their relationships to nature.
How to Make Sustainability Part of Your Running Amanda Loudin|September 24, 2024 You might be surprised at the many ways you can lessen your environmental impact through running.
What Are Old-Growth Forests? Heidi Wachter|September 17, 2024 A certified forest therapy guide and REI Co-op Member explores the importance of old-growth forests.
Erin Parisi’s Quest to Climb the Seven Summits and Spread Trans Joy Dakota Kim|September 10, 2024 After summiting Antarctica’s highest mountain, Parisi’s ice axe is inducted into the Co-op Living Archive.
What Invasive Species Taught Me about Trail Stewardship Meredith O’Connor|August 7, 2024 Removing invasive plants on a 54-acre island in Richmond, Virgina, helped one REI Member learn the patient practice of trail maintenance. Here's how.
Finding Nature on a Bike Commute Trevor Husted|May 13, 2024 For one REI Co-op member, a bike commute to work along a multiuse rail-trail opened up a new way to connect with nature.
In Praise of Favorite Trees Jessica Bernhard|April 10, 2024 Trees can change our lives and help us tell our stories. We asked REI Co-op Members about their favorite trees. Here are their answers.
Thru-Biking the East Coast Greenway: A Community-Centered Adventure Erica Zazo|April 5, 2024 What one solo bikepacker’s journey on the East Coast Greenway can teach us about community connection, accessible trails and the power of spontaneous adventure.
