Rewilding Our Cities Aer Parris|June 11, 2018 At REI, we're on a mission to enable more transformational experiences in the outdoors for all. In 2018 alone, we’ll invest approximately $8.8M in projects, outdoor places and organizations that are increasing access to the outdoors.
19 National Recreation Trails Designated in 17 States Aer Parris|June 7, 2018 Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke designated 19 new national recreation trails. These newly designated trails are in 17 different states and add more than 370 miles to the national recreation trails system.
Estamos Aquí: New Resolution Celebrates Latino Leadership in the Outdoors José González|June 6, 2018 A new California resolution recognizes the role of Latinos in protecting and conserving public lands. The founder of Latino Outdoors explains the significance of this measure and efforts to pass similar ones across the country.
Starting Anew: Eagle Creek Fire Raises Questions About Future of Forests, Hikes and Tourism in the Columbia River Gorge Matt Wastradowski|June 5, 2018 We explain the fire’s long-term impact, what to expect in the coming months and how the fire could lead to a new era in Oregon tourism.
How You Can Help Protect 5,000 Miles of River Aer Parris|June 3, 2018 Congress established the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act in 1968 to preserve free-flowing rivers with outstanding natural, cultural and recreational values. Today, the National Rivers System protects 12,734 miles of rivers—less than one percent of American rivers. One initiative is fighting for more protections.
Meet the Women Who Are Helping Create a More Inclusive Climbing Community Julie Ellison|May 30, 2018 Editor's note: REI is a sponsor of both of Flash Foxy's Women's Climbing Festivals this year: Bishop on March 22-24, 2019 and Chattanooga (d...
Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Provides up to $30.8B in Benefits Each Year, Study Finds Jessica Bernhard|May 30, 2018 A new report released by The Wilderness Society on Tuesday suggests that the 2-million-acre Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest is a $1 trillion asset to Pierce, King, Snohomish, Skagit and Whatcom counties in Washington State.
New Backcountry Trail Opens in Hickory Nut Gorge Graham Averill|May 18, 2018 Weed Patch Mountain Trail is a brand new 8.6-mile (one way) romp through some of Hickory Nut Gorge’s wildest terrain, connecting Buffalo Creek Park, which already has a 3.5-mile mountain bike loop, with Eagle Rock, a climbing crag on the north side of Rumbling Bald Mountain inside Chimney Rock State Park.
The Lowdown on California’s Proposition 68 Jessica Bernhard|May 17, 2018 On June 5, Californians will vote on Proposition 68, a $4.1 billion bond measure that would fund environmental and restoration initiatives, and water infrastructure and flood protection projects across the state. In addition, the proposal sets aside $1.3 billion for rehabilitating and creating state and local parks.
REI and Ice Age Trail Alliance Partner for Be Empowered Trail Event REI Staff|May 15, 2018 Last year, REI announced its first ever open call for grant applications with the co-op's Force of Nature Fund. REI invested $500,000 in 26 ...
Explore How We Gave Back in 2017 REI Staff|May 4, 2018 REI Co-op invests in the future of the outdoors by giving back nearly 70 percent of our profits to the outdoor community.
Your Guide to Visiting Colorado National Monument Kristen Pope|April 26, 2018 Located high on the greater Colorado Plateau, Colorado National Monument features steep red rock canyons, towering monoliths and endless pinyon-juniper woodlands. The monument offers visitors a chance to explore the landscape in all sorts of ways, from camping and backpacking, to hiking, biking and rock climbing.
