Meet the Man Who’s Visiting All 400+ National Park Units REI Staff|August 23, 2016 "You don't have to be a 'type' to get outside and experience the world." Mikah Meyer was 19 when his father passed away from esophageal c...
8 Secret Hikes in National Parks Abigail Wise|August 22, 2016 Hand-picked by the people who know them the best Our National Park System manages more than 80 million acres of sparkling waterfalls, vir...
You’ve Never Seen the West like This Before Ben Matthews|August 18, 2016 A group of friends explores the wild Cirque of the Towers area in Wyoming's Wind River Range. After arriving at the Big Sandy Trailhead l...
7 Dog-Friendly Hiking Trails in the U.S. Abigail Wise|August 16, 2016 Discover the top 7 dog-friendly hiking trails in the US! Explore the best routes for you and your furry friend with REI's guide to hiking trails with dogs.
Welcome to the Most Remote Town in the Continental U.S. Connor W. Davis|August 15, 2016 Four friends search for a hidden civilization and the ultimate adventure between the Grand Canyon's walls. In the Hualapai Hilltop parkin...
Midwest Mega-Trail: Wisconsin’s Ice Age National Scenic Trail Joseph Concannon|August 11, 2016 The Ice Age National Scenic Trail (IAT) is one of very few endurance backpacking opportunities in our nation’s middle. Learn more about the trail.
Weekend Project – Freedom on the Trail REI Staff|August 9, 2016 Backpacking may be the ultimate expression of outdoor freedom. It is the ability to carry everything you need on your back; it's the freedom...
How One Father Uses Hiking to Inspire His Kids to Love the Outdoors Tim Shisler|August 9, 2016 Start 'em young, listen to what they want to do, and remember that it's OK if it's still a work in progress. On the southern tip of Lake ...
Make Home while Backpacking Michael Lanza|August 3, 2016 Making home while at base camp makes life just a little bit easier. Michael Lanza shares his experience making home on the side of Mount Whitney.
10 National Park Hikes for Kids Shannon Davis|July 21, 2016 A roundup of the United States' best national parks to visit with kids and fun, educational, family-friendly hikes to check out once you're there.
Learn What Goes into Making Your Kühl Products REI Staff|July 17, 2016 Kühl spends time and energy to design for the customer. Here's how they make gear their customers want to wear in the outdoors and in the city.
Blister Prevention: How to Take Care of Your Feet on the Trail Ali Carr Troxell|July 15, 2016 Breaking in your boots or your feet for the hiking season is no easy task. Here are some tips on blister prevention on the trail.
