New to Camping? There’s an App for That. Courtney Holden|October 21, 2024 Lestarya Molloy developed Fridie Outdoors to provide camping newbies with tips and tricks that are accessible anywhere.
However You Get Outdoors, We’ve Got a Kit for That Erin Berger|October 8, 2024 Putting together the right outfit for the right outdoor place, time, season and reason is an art—a highly personal one. But REI Co-op brand hiking products can help.
The EXPLORE Act Is Set to Make History—With Your Help Jacqueline Kehoe|September 21, 2024 Help pass one of the U.S.'s largest outdoor recreation bills.
Our Best Trail Magic Stories Mary Beth Skylis|September 20, 2024 Trail magic is a special kindness shown to a long-haul hiker. Maybe it's a snack, a ride or a friendly face, but it's always unforgettable.
What Are Old-Growth Forests? Heidi Wachter|September 17, 2024 A certified forest therapy guide and REI Co-op Member explores the importance of old-growth forests.
Erin Parisi’s Quest to Climb the Seven Summits and Spread Trans Joy Dakota Kim|September 10, 2024 After summiting Antarctica’s highest mountain, Parisi’s ice axe is inducted into the Co-op Living Archive.
Stargazing Essentials REI Staff|September 3, 2024 Stock up before you look up: Here are our top gear and apparel picks to pack along for a night of stargazing.
Gear I Hold Dear: My REI Co-op Hiker Power Lock Staff M. John Fayhee|September 3, 2024 For this longtime member and avid hiker, one is better than two when it comes to hiking poles: Here's why he loves his REI Co-op Hiker Power Lock Staff.
The Perfect Kit for Birding Erica Zazo|August 30, 2024 Want to try bird-watching? Here’s everything you need to get started, including binoculars, a guidebook and more birder basics.
The Ultimate Leaf-Peeping Essentials Courtney Holden|August 30, 2024 Planning a hike to scope the fall foliage? We've got top gear picks for leaf-peeping include layers, hiking shoes, binoculars and more.
REI Guides Know Gear. Here’s What They’re Loving Right Now. REI Staff|August 20, 2024 The ultimate gearheads share their must-have favorites.
What Invasive Species Taught Me about Trail Stewardship Meredith O’Connor|August 7, 2024 Removing invasive plants on a 54-acre island in Richmond, Virgina, helped one REI Member learn the patient practice of trail maintenance. Here's how.
