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Sarah Grothjan

Sarah Grothjan is on the content and media team at REI, editing stories for Uncommon Path and Expert Advice related to camping and backpacking. Her writing has also appeared in Outside. REI member since 2019.

Latest Articles

  • Gear Guides

    Best Hiking Packs of 2025: Staff Picks

    43 reviews with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars

    Discover our staff favorite daypacks for hiking, from ultralight options to travel ready packs.

  • Gear Guides

    The 6 Best Camping Tents of 2025: Tested

    31 reviews with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars

    Home is where you pitch it. And, thankfully, home is pretty comfortable with these 6 field-tested tents for car camping.

  • Gear Guides

    The Best Fleece Jackets of 2025: Staff Picks

    55 reviews with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars

    Whether you're on a cold-weather adventure or running errands, these top fleece picks will keep you warm and comfortable for every activity.

  • Gear Guides

    The Best Car-Camping Gear of 2025: Staff Picks

    26 reviews with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars

    Spend a night under the stars in car-assisted comfort thanks to our favorite car-camping product picks at REI.

  • Gear Guides

    The 5 Best Base Layers of 2025: Staff Picks

    12 reviews with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars

    Stay warm and dry when it matters most with our favorite tops and bottoms for hiking, skiing, backpacking and other outdoor adventures.

  • Skills

    A Guide to Common Hiking Injuries

    23 reviews with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars

    This guide reviews some of the most common hiking injuries, how to identify them, how to prevent them and what to do when you're injured on trail.