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Industry experts from Arc’teryx, Burton, Camber Outdoors and Osprey Packs share their advice
Transitioning from outdoor enthusiast to a career in the outdoor i...
Originally from Queens, New York, Ralph started hiking in Los Angeles at the age of 26 and never stopped. In 2014 he created TRLBLZRS, an LA-based hiking group ...
What to bring, wear, eat, drink and where to go.
Fall is one of our favorite times to backpack. There are fewer crowds, fewer bugs and fewer blazing-hot climb...
Member since 2012
Tell us about yourself.
I am Asia (Á-see-á) Arana, a 33-year-old, big-little kid who seeks adventure every chance I can get. I grew up in No...
On August 17, 2017, leaders of more than 350 outdoor businesses, including REI Co-op CEO and President Jerry Stritzke, submitted the following to U.S. Secretary...
The year's most anticipated ski film is almost here.
Rogue Elements, TGR's 2017 feature film, presented by REI, features 20 of the industry’s best athletes—i...
Each year, millions of people visit Yellowstone National Park, and with good reason: It’s home to spectacular wildlife such as bison and elk; hundreds of miles ...
REI Member since 2013
Tell us about yourself.
My name is Katie Harris and I live in Washington DC. I’m the Trails Coalition Coordinator at Washington Area Bicyc...
This fall we’re introducing the Brooks National Parks Collection. These trail runners and t-shirts are available in colorful designs representing some of our fa...
What four at-risk areas mean to those who love them most
Editor’s note updated July 10, 2017: The public comment period has closed.
The national commenting pe...
What sounds better than playing games with friends and family under the sun or a starry sky? Here’s what: Playing games you make yourself with recycled objects ...
