Hunting the Aurora Borealis in the North Cascades Scott Rinckenberger|January 13, 2015 It is a rare to see the Aurora Borealis in Washington State, so when they are forecasted, locals head to the mountains in hopes of catching a glimpse.
Best California Fall & Winter Camping Spots Matthew Rochat|December 3, 2014 Fall and Winter is a great time to explore California. From Joshua Tree to Big Sur, CA offers a diverse landscape for your next winter camping adventure!
5 Favorite Places and the Nonprofits That Support Them REI Staff|December 2, 2014 What do single-track, bat colonies and stargazing have in common? Check out why we love these places and meet the nonprofits working hard to maintain them.
Fast and Light Packing for Mountain Bike Overnights Scott Rinckenberger|November 11, 2014 Plan your next overnight mountain biking adventure in the Chilcotin Range of British Columbia.
A Gourmet Interview With Camp Chef Robin Donovan Megan Michelson|November 10, 2014 Interview with Robin Donovan, author of "Campfire Cuisine."
Mountains at Night Bradley Castaneda|October 22, 2014 Few people experience national parks and mountains at night. Bradley Castaneda stays up after the sun goes down to capture Mount Rainier.
Weekend 1440 Project – Campsites at Night REI Staff|October 21, 2014 Follow REI on Instagram for a daily dose of outdoor inspiration, and watch for future Weekend 1440 Projects for a chance to be featured on the REI Blog.
The Joys of Solo Camping Casey Schreiner|October 20, 2014 Casey Schreiner shares his tips on planning your first solo camping trip.
From Car Camping to Backpacking: Your First Overnight in the Backcountry Jennifer Davis-Flynn|October 11, 2014 Some helpful tips to use when taking your camping trip to the next level.
Beach Camping on the Washington Coast Ian Coble|October 3, 2014 Ever wonder where you can camp on the beach? The Washington Coast has some great spots to pitch a tent.
Eye Candy From Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks Scott Rinckenberger|September 23, 2014 A photo series on the Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks in Wyoming.
Evan the Junior Ranger REI Staff|September 13, 2014 A young REI member explores Colorado by participating in the Junior Ranger program.