Top Stories From Coal Mines to the Milky Way (and Beyond) An REI Co-op Member and West Virginia coal miner turned to photography to express his love for his state’s night skies and wilderness areas—and it changed his life. Eric J. Wallce | July 9, 2025 From Desk Job to Discovering Diversity in Nature: How I Became a Queer Ecologist Jason Wise | June 12, 2025 In Praise of Solo Hiking Meredith O’Connor | June 11, 2025 What Does Pride 2025 Mean to You? REI Staff | May 30, 2025 A Walk in the (Urban) Park Kade Krichko | March 12, 2025
The First All-Women’s Ascent of Denali—and Why You’ve Never Heard of It Cassidy Randall|July 31, 2025 In 1970, six women defied death to make mountaineering history. Now, a new book uncovers their gripping story.
My Father’s 7 Days Elle Wayt|June 2, 2025 A touching essay on a father’s seven-day annual backpacking tradition. His daughter reflects the beauty of time, nature and time together.
Humans Designed the New REI Co-op Bear Canister. Bears Tested It. Lisa Jhung|May 2, 2025 The patent-pending bear canister offers two sizes and backcountry reliability—which REI put to the test with real grizzly bears.
What Kind of Hiker Are You? Your Pants Tell All Courtney Holden|April 28, 2025 Your favorite trail trousers reveal a lot about your personality.
Which REI Co-op Rain Jacket Is Right for You? Yitka Winn|April 23, 2025 Don’t let a bit of rain stop you from going outside. Here’s how to choose the best REI Co-op rain jacket for you, with the help of REI designers, prototypers and a former sales specialist turned product copy editor.
Dear REI: Letters about Opting Outside Erin Berger|April 10, 2025 We love when REI Co-op Members write in to tell us how the co-op has helped fuel their outdoor adventures. Here are stories of how members #OptOutside.
Summer Camp Series: Dispersed Camping with Felicia Fullwood Summer Camp Series: Dispersed Camping with Felicia Fullwood|July 17, 2025
Building Camp around the Stove The next time you head out for an overnight in the wild, make the meal the main course on your camping agenda—just like these REI Co-op Members. Courtney Holden|July 31, 2025
From Coal Mines to the Milky Way (and Beyond) An REI Co-op Member and West Virginia coal miner turned to photography to express his love for his state’s night skies and wilderness areas—and it changed his life. Eric J. Wallce|July 9, 2025
Can You Get Exercise Riding an Electric Bike? There’s a perception that riding an e-bike is like cheating. But some studies have found that riding an e-bike can be a pretty good workout. Courtney Holden|April 29, 2025
6 Tips to Make an Outdoor Habit Stick Building fresh air and movement into your schedule can help you stay on a healthy track. Maddie Wilcox|December 23, 2024
Understanding Goggle Lens Colors Goggles can make or break a day on the slopes. We help you find the right goggle lens color for your skiing or riding conditions. Aaron Potvin|November 14, 2024
Numb Fingers and Toes? It’s Not Frostbite, But Raynaud’s Can Still Be a Pain to Deal With Raynaud’s syndrome, where fingers turn white and get numb, is uncomfortable. Learn the causes and ways to manage it during your outdoor activities. Ken Knapp|November 7, 2024
Founder Spotlight: Keva Niver, Boheme Retreats Ever Meister|January 27, 2025 Keva Niver wants more people to feel comfortable outdoors. Her inclusive glamping getaway achieves just that.
Finding Our Wild REI Staff|August 14, 2023 A father and son take an overdue camping trip; along the way they discuss family history, culture and what it's like to watch each other age.
The Right to Joy REI Staff|June 19, 2023 In a new REI Co-op Studios documentary, cyclist Izzy Sederbaum pedals his way back to himself after surviving a cougar attack while biking.
