Top Stories Winter Treks with Emily Ford Winter long-distance hiker Emily Ford loves the fourth season. She and her Alaskan husky, Diggins, have completed thru-hikes during the coldest months of the year, including the 1,200-mile Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin. She makes the case for trying winter treks. Listen to the podcast or read on for her gear tips and other recommendations. Emily Ford | January 15, 2023 Let’s Run Together Cassie da Costa | January 2, 2023 Gear Check: Running the Wonderland Trail at Mount Rainier Courtney Holden | January 2, 2023 Remembering Dave Chantler Christopher Solomon | December 13, 2022 Camping In the Desert? Don’t Bust the Crust. Ula Chrobak | December 4, 2022
Outside Matters: Protecting Your Community’s Right to Vote Sarah Grothjan|January 12, 2023 Small actions can lead to big change. Learn about how to strengthen your community by volunteering to get out the vote.
Ashley Davies: Creating Space for Diversity in Running Heather Hansman|January 2, 2023 How the Club Seattle Runners Division co-founder is expanding the reach and accessibility of running culture
Running School Giovanna Fischer|January 2, 2023 Runner Giovanna Fischer of the Black Roses running group explores how running is more than a sport or science—it’s a creative and collective practice.
7 New Year’s Resolutions for Runners Lily Krass|December 15, 2022 It’s a new year and a new running season. What’s on your agenda for 2023?
Everything to Know about Machine-Made Snow (Just Don’t Call It Fake) Elissa Garay|November 22, 2022 As global temperatures rise and less snow falls annually, the winter sports season shortens. It's bad news for snowboarders, skiers and resorts alike, but is snowmaking the answer?
It’s Time to Permanently Protect the Boundary Waters Jacqueline Kehoe|November 16, 2022 More than 1,175 lakes comprise the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, where countless generations have fished, canoe camped, hiked and chased waterfalls. Now, this national treasure needs our help to receive permanent federal protection.
Brooks Caldera 6 Trail Running Shoe Review — Max Cushion and Max Confidence! REI Staff|December 14, 2022
Good Gear: Nocs Provisions and Amelia Winger-Bearskin Partner to Honor Native Lands Carrie A. Back|October 10, 2022
Best Places to See Stars Little light pollution and panoramic views make these some of the best places to see stars in the U.S. Matt Wastradowski|August 11, 2022
10 of the All-Time Best Running Hacks Some tried-and-true methods can help you work smarter while getting stronger. We’ve gathered our favorite pro tips to make the activity more pleasurable. Heather Balogh Rochfort|May 23, 2022
How to Meditate Outdoors Three exercises to tune into your surroundings outdoors—even if you’re just walking around your neighborhood Jenni Gritters|April 22, 2022
Your Guide for Journaling in Nature Combining journaling with time outside offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature while, processing your thoughts and emotions. Karla Amador and Mandi Carozza|April 22, 2022
Snack Hack: Thai Mango Sticky Rice This easy-to-make snack has everything you need for a day of movement: antioxidant-rich fruit, healthy fats and energy-boosting carbs. Maria Hines|March 8, 2022
22 Camping Hacks from REI Experts After spending nights in the outdoors, we've found camping hacks to make the outdoors a little more comfy. Here's a list of our favorites. Torin Daniels|January 23, 2022
Introducing: Evelynn Escobar and Hike Clerb REI Staff|October 17, 2022 This intersectional women's outdoors group aims to get more Black, Indigenous and women of color outside to enjoy, reconnect with and find healing in nature.
REI Presents: Venture Out REI Staff|June 24, 2022 Perry Cohen, founder of The Venture Out Project, talks about his journey founding the organization and the REI Presents film, Venture Out.
REI Presents: Camp Yoshi REI Staff|June 10, 2021 Rashad Frazier founded Camp Yoshi to create a space for Black folks and allies to unplug and reconnect with the wilderness. Watch the film.
