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REI Staff

REI Co-op’s editorial staff is a team of passionate editors, writers and producers. We’re dedicated to covering the outdoors: the people who inspire you, the issues and events impacting our community, the skills and gear you need for your next adventure, and the places you want to go. Learn more about our editorial guiding principles.

Stories by REI Staff...
Community Stories: Akuna Hikes

Community Stories: Akuna Hikes

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When Will Robinson returned home to southeast Louisiana after serving four years in the U.S. Army, he came back broken. “Mentally, I was not the same person ...
Climbing mount rainier

REI Presents: Climbing Out

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"It's crazy to me that we have all of this beauty and nature around us, and some people don't even see it. For me, I get to appreciate it sober. Something I did...
Two people shop at a REI Used Gear Swap stand.

2018 Co-op Member Used Gear Swap

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If you’re adding outdoor gear to your wish list (of course you are), don’t miss our Used Gear Swaps. Join us on October 27th from 10am to 1pm at one of the 11 e...
snowboarder on the slopes

Copper Mountain x REI Four Pack

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For the 2018-19 season, REI members can experience some of Colorado's finest skiing and riding at Copper Mountain with discounted access and exclusive perks. Me...
Natchez Trace Trail

Natchez Trace Trail

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The Natchez Trace Trail follows the footsteps of some of earliest inhabitants of North America. Discover history in motion with 70 miles of trail and 444 miles ...
North Country Trail (NCT)

North Country Trail (NCT)

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Tick off seven states along the North Country Trail—the longest continuous trail in the National Trails System. At 4,600 miles in length, there is plenty to dis...