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True joy in life is following your passion.
PrAna Ambassador Kelly Potts shares her surfing passion with a new generation of girls in Maui and encourages oth...
It's never too early to train for that upcoming hike. Whether you're gaining elevation or out for a joyous weekend adventure with friends, training can help mak...
What began as a group of 23 mountain climbing buddies is now the nation's largest consumer cooperative.
But no matter how large we grow, our roots remain firml...
OluKai paired three Hawaiians—an explorer, an artist, and an ocean lover – and three like-minded non-Hawaiians on creative and inspiring adventures in far-flung...
Here are some of our favorite outdoor brands' take on April Fools' Day. Kudos to those who got in on the pranks, jokes and fun.
Outdoor Research
Outdoor Resea...
It’s an exciting time of the year. As REI Members start receiving their dividends (hooray!), we’ve seen lots of excited faces, and freshly-opened dividend packe...
Undertaking a technical mountaineering expedition or multiday climb is a great challenge that will produce lifelong memories.
While learning the appropriate ...
At REI, we believe a life outdoors is better, and we’re serious about sharing our passion.
We’re building a thriving community of people who love the outdoor...
Ultra runners Krissy Moehl, Jeff Browning and Luke Nelson run 106 miles through the newly opened Patagonia Park in Chile, to celebrate and highlight Conservacio...
Salomon Freeski TV Season 8 continues with the Episode 11—Ruapehu. The volcanoes of Tongariro National Park in New Zealand mark the most treasured spot in all o...
Who doesn’t enjoy great gear?
When we think backpacking, our mind instantly goes to our favorite gear and this weekend project was all about what we love mos...
It's the small things that add character, all the bumps and scratches along the way.
There's more to #findingwinter than going up and coming back down. Cheer...
