REI CEO Eric Artz: We Must Opt to Act Eric Artz|October 22, 2019 This year, we want to take #OptOutside a step further–both in the ask we’re making of you, our members, and the commitments we’re making ourselves.
How to Build a Life Based On Intentional, Mindful Consumption Jenni Gritters|October 21, 2019 Members of the outdoor community, including REI staff, share their tips for embracing minimalism, zero waste and other mindful consumption trends.
Good Gear: Smartwool’s Intraknit base layers will revolutionize your closet Kelly Bastone|October 4, 2019 The company’s latest innovation feels great—and marks a significant shift in the way technical apparel is made.
5 Things to Watch Following the U.N. Climate Summit James Gaines|October 3, 2019 Talks among world leaders have wrapped up, but the story is far from over.
Vela To Serve As Acting Director of the NPS, Effective Immediately Jenni Gritters|October 1, 2019 Raymond David Vela will lead the Park Service effective October 1, 2019, Interior Department Secretary Bernhardt announced with the signing of Order 3345.
Products for the Planet Jenni Gritters|September 30, 2019 Sustainable living doesn’t have to be hard. Learn about 10 of our favorite products at REI that can help you reduce your environmental impact!
Can You Ride Electric Bikes On Public Lands? Julie Brown|September 23, 2019 A new order from the Secretary of the Interior directs the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management and two more federal agencies to expand electric bike access to the places traditional bikes can ride. Implementing the order could be more complicated that it seems.
5 Simple Ways to Act on Climate Change Anja Semanco|September 20, 2019 The outdoor community has an opportunity to turn their passions into purpose and become climate champions. Here are five ways you can act on climate change.
The Best Signs from the Global Climate Strike REI Staff|September 20, 2019 At the more than 900 climate strikes in the U.S., demonstrators hoisted signs with colorful, creative messages. Here are some of the best signs we found.
Tourism Organizations Reckon With Wildfire Matt Wastradowski|September 20, 2019 A warmer and drier climate is expected to make wildfires worse, raising tough questions for regional marketers promoting the outdoors.
Get Ready To Wear Hemp Kelly Bastone|September 20, 2019 Now that U.S. farmers can legally grow this drought-tolerant fiber, hemp is becoming a hot commodity among sustainable clothing brands.
Updates From the Youth-Led Global Climate Strike REI Staff|September 20, 2019 Hundreds of climate strikes took place across the U.S. on Friday. The Co-op Journal had reporters in Boston, Washington, D.C., Seattle, and Anchorage, Alaska. Here’s a recap of what they witnessed.
