The Perfect Kit: Summer Paddling Maren Horjus|May 20, 2020 Gear up for your next kayak or paddle board adventure with our favorite kayak, SUP board, paddles, shoes, hats, watertight cases and more.
San Juan Islands Adventure Travel Guide Jenni Gritters|March 19, 2019 Incredible scenery, funky villages, wildlife viewing, and world-class kayaking and biking —adventure awaits in the San Juans. Learn more at REI Co-Op Journal!
Greek Islands Adventure Travel Guide Lily Krass|February 28, 2019 The Greek Islands—straight out of myth—offer unparalleled opportunities for adventure, relaxation and plenty of gastronomical indulgence.
Croatia Adventure Travel Guide Alex Crevar|February 15, 2019 As one of Europe’s top adventure destinations, Croatia provides an unexpected experience of a lifetime. Learn about traveling to Croatia at the REI Co-Op Journal.
The Green Race is Coming Graham Averill|October 30, 2018 The Green Race is a lightning-fast downriver time trial held the first Saturday of each November on the Green River in Saluda, North Carolina.
Outdoor Afro Connects Participants to the Outdoors and to Black History Krista Karlson|April 10, 2018 A kayaking trip on Alabama’s Coosa River reflects the organization’s mission to empower Black communities by uncovering the history of the land on which trips take place.
Kayak Camping Recipe: Savory Pancakes Charlotte Austin| For your next overnight or multiday paddle trip, check out these tips and test out our simple and delicious recipe: savory pancakes.
Top 4 Paddling Tips for Winter REI Staff| Whether you’re kayaking, paddle boarding or canoeing, REI Outdoor School instructor Valerie Cleland shares her top four tips for paddling during winter.
The Nature Fix: Our Connection to Water Florence Williams| What do surfers, anglers, boaters and little kids in the shallow end of the pool know that the rest of us don’t? Playing in or near water is...
10 Kayak Hacks and Tips Ashley Brown| There’s nothing quite like the feeling of floating just a few inches above the water in a kayak. Whether your next paddle trip is for a coup...
DIY: Kayak Cart Ashley Brown| Kayaking is one of the best ways to get outside, but it can get expensive when you add up the boat and all the required accessories. Kayak c...
Kayak for Veterans Matt Crossman| Meet the father and son paddling the length of the Mississippi to raise awareness for fellow veterans suffering from PTSD and depression. ...
