


Heather Balogh Rochfort
Heather is a freelance writer and author specializing in the outdoors and adventure travel, particularly as they apply to women and families. She is the co-founder of WildKind, an organization educating and empowering families to find their wild. As a lifelong Colorado resident, Heather loves Type-II fun above treeline where the sun is hot and the oxygen depleted. Thing she does not like: rock climbing. REI Co-op Member since 2008.
Latest Articles
Gear Guides
The Best Budget Sleeping Pads of 2024: Tested
82 Reviews 82 reviews with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 starsOur five favorite sleeping pads for around $100 include options for backpacking and car camping, plus a variety of pad types and warmth ratings.
Skills
How to Practice Leave No Trace in the Snow
2 Reviews 2 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 starsHere's how to practice LNT when recreating in snowy conditions.
Gear Guides
Altra Lone Peak 7: Tested Review
12 Reviews 12 reviews with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 starsReview of the Altra Lone Peak 7 trail running shoe
Gear Guides
adidas Ultraboost 22: Tested Review
12 Reviews 12 reviews with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 starsTested review of the adidas Ultraboost 22 road running shoe.