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Megan Green

REI Outdoor School Instructor

A Northern California native who loves exploring the Sierra Nevada, Megan Green Wells has taught many classes at REI: snowshoeing, mountaineering, rock climbing, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking and hiking with your dog.

Latest Articles

  • Buying Advice

    How to Choose Trekking Poles and Hiking Staffs

    2856 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

    Learn how to shop for trekking poles: You'll consider weight, price, shock absorption, shaft construction and the type of grip.

  • Skills

    Snowshoeing Tips

    106 reviews with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars

    One of the beautiful things about snowshoeing is how easy it is to do. Following a few simple guidelines will set you up for success.

  • Skills

    How to Use Trekking Poles and Hiking Staffs

    562 reviews with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars

    Learn how to use trekking poles: We discuss who trekking poles are for, how to adjust them, how to use baskets and how to walk with trekking poles.

  • Checklists

    Snowshoe Day-Hiking Checklist

    290 reviews with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars

    Our comprehensive checklist for snowshoers features required and optional gear, clothing and accessories.

  • Skills

    Beginner's Guide to Snowshoeing

    1085 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

    Find out what to expect when venturing out on your first snowshoe adventure. Learn basics like climbing and descending, traversing and more.

  • Skills

    How to Paddle a Kayak: Basic Strokes

    324 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars

    With a few simple strokes, you can move your kayak forward, turn it and slow it down. Our article and video give you the basics.

  • Skills

    How to Do a Wet Exit from a Kayak

    33 reviews with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars

    Learn how to exit and reenter a kayak after capsizing. Practicing these techniques will increase your confidence during any paddling trip.

  • Skills

    How to Do a Kayak Self Rescue

    43 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

    If you capsize while paddling alone, you can get back into your boat via a self rescue. Check out our video and article for the basic steps.

  • Skills

    How to Do a Kayak T-Rescue

    39 reviews with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars

    The T-rescue offers a quick way to get a capsized kayak partner back in their boat. Check out our video and article for the basic steps.

  • Skills

    How to Launch and Land a Kayak

    110 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars

    Every kayak trips starts with a launch and ends with a landing. Learn basic steps for shore and dock put-ins and take-outs.