Put a Hike to This North Carolina Lookout Tower on Your List Graham Averill|March 1, 2019 Fire lookout towers like the one at Rich Mountain were once the primary source of fire detection in North Carolina. Now, the Forest Fire Lookout Association, in collaboration with local nonprofits, has begun restoring them.
8 Best Hikes in the Grand Canyon Area Liz Dengler|February 28, 2019 From strolling along the rim of the canyon to venturing to its depths, these hikes are some of the best-rated in the Grand Canyon area.
Are Outdoor Preschools Changing U.S. Education? Shanti Hodges|February 25, 2019 From preschool programs to community-based meetups to weekly nature classes, outdoor programs are increasing in popularity. And it isn't just kids who are reaping the rewards.
Gear Review: Women’s REI Co-op Flash 45 and 55 Backpacking Packs Shelby Carpenter and Caitlin Brown|February 16, 2019 The consensus? From handy hipbelt snack pockets, to removable top lids to adjustable-size water bottle pouches, these packs impressed the reviewers with their smart, customizable features.
Would You Create Your Own Thru-Hike? Jonathan Olivier|February 15, 2019 Some hikers who are looking for a new challenge are now designing their own routes in search of adventure and solitude. We look at just how they plan.
Your Outdoor Love Stories Aer Parris|February 14, 2019 This is the season of love. That's why we asked for your outdoor love stories, and you sent them with abandon! These are our favorites.
Would You Thru-Hike the PCT for Your Honeymoon? Aer Parris|February 11, 2019 REI members Kathleen Ughetta and Andrew Wood were married December 15, 2018 in Lake Placid, New York. Their love story unfolded in the great...
REI Presents: I Am Here Yesenia Castro|January 31, 2019 REI Presents: I Am Here. A story about Yesenia and her journey in discoverying the outdoors and feeling welcome in it. Watch now.
Why Has No One Completed a Winter Thru-Hike of the CDT? Aer Parris|January 30, 2019 The Continental Divide Trail, a long-distance trail running 3,100 miles from Mexico to Canada, has yet to be completed in the winter months.
The Trust for Public Land: Crisis in our National Parks Diane Regas|January 22, 2019 Diane Regas, president and CEO of The Trust for Public Land, weighs in on the government shutdown's impact on national parks.
REI Presents: Constant Thought REI Staff|January 17, 2019 Constant Thought is an intimate portrayal of Brandon Kuehn and his attempt to walk the 2,650 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail.
Best Hikes in Michigan Kristen Arendt|January 11, 2019 Whether you are looking for an afternoon outing or a weekend getaway, these 10 hikes will get you out exploring the many trails that Michigan has to offer.
