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A version of this story appeared in the summer 2020 issue of Uncommon Path.
Using memories from her childhood summer road trips as a narrative spine, photog...
How did 23 friends become 19 million members? To celebrate 82 years of the co-op, we asked our community to tell us their favorite outdoor stories. More than 10...
For our 82nd anniversary, we’re highlighting 82 of your outdoor stories. Share your favorite story on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram with a photo or video and t...
For the first time in the co-op’s 82-year history, REI hosted its annual member meeting Monday night online, inviting all members to hear from the co-op’s board...
REI Co-op members who tuned in to the co-op’s first-ever virtual annual member meeting on Monday, May 4, got their first look at REI’s newest board members, Gun...
Keeping a simple journal of your time outside is a great way to be mindful of the sights, sounds, smells and feelings that make your experiences special. You ca...
As any young person can attest, you don’t have to go farther than your front stoop or backyard to discover a thriving world of nature—you just have to...
Making a flower press is an easy way to savor a bit of nature, especially when you're spending more time indoors. Whether the buds are from your garden, your ne...
For those days when, for whatever reason, you can’t get outside, here’s a fun and meditative activity that brings the outside to you. Grab your pens, pencils, p...
Editor’s note: Please consult the CDC or your state health department for advice related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including information on symptoms, testing an...
Editor’s note: Please consult the CDC or your state health department for advice related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including information on symptoms, testing an...
