Unfinished Business on the TransVirginia Bike Route Jess Daddio|May 21, 2019 A bikepacking trip is not all or nothing, start to finish. Sometimes, we encounter a space between that keeps us humbled, determined and hungry.
Hellbender Denied Listing as Endangered Species, but Still in Peril Graham Averill|May 20, 2019 Following a 10-year study, the hellbender salamander is not being listed as an endangered species, but scientists insist the animal is under threat.
Best Hikes Near Boulder Liz Dengler|April 27, 2019 With numerous hikes that can be enjoyed year round, the trails in the foothills of Boulder, Colorado offer something for everyone.
Cook County’s Best Kept Secret Seth Putnam|April 26, 2019 Nearly 70,000 acres of forest preserves blanket Chicagoland. Why do many Chicagoans overlook them?
The South Beyond 6,000 is the Southeast’s Toughest Hiking Challenge Graham Averill|April 18, 2019 A mission that leads hikers up some of the tallest mountains on the East Coast has attracted the interest of runners looking to set a speed record.
Best Hikes Near Austin Kristen Arendt|April 17, 2019 With miles of downtown trails and plenty of hikes to choose from in the nearby Texas Hill Country, Austin provides many options for hikers to explore.
Trevor Kennison: The Skier Everyone is Talking About Megan Michelson|April 17, 2019 He was paralyzed in a snowboarding accident in 2014. That didn’t stop him from checking off his dream of skiing Jackson Hole’s legendary Corbet’s Couloir this winter.
Bike drive changes hundreds of lives in Connecticut Suzanne O’Brien|April 16, 2019 What do you do when customers continue to ask if they can drop off bikes to donate? If you’re the teams at the REI stores in Norwalk, Milfor...
Boston Marathon Wraps Up with a Close Finish Dana Hatic|April 15, 2019 Worknesh Degefa, Lawrence Cherono, Manuela Schär and Daniel Romanchuk among the elite competitors to secure victory in the 123rd running of the world's oldest annual road race.
Everything You Need to Know About the Boston Marathon Dana Hatic|April 10, 2019 Where to watch, who to watch and more in anticipation of the 123rd Boston Marathon, which takes place on Monday, April 15, 2019.
REI Presents: Down With Adventure Shanti Hodges|April 8, 2019 Spending time outdoors has created a unique bond between Melody Buck Forsyth and Ruby, who was born with Down syndrome. Through their goal to visit all 62 national parks, the family hopes to inspire others.
Where to Go on African Safari Morgan Tilton|April 3, 2019 Experience Africa’s majestic diversity of wonder, wildlife and wilderness—and pair your safari exploration with hands-on adventure.