Camping in South Carolina Madelyne Rose|November 16, 2022 From the charming Lowcountry to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, South Carolina offers a variety of unique camping destinations.
Camping in the Great Smoky Mountains Madelyne Rose|July 31, 2022 Camping within the Smokies is one of the most rewarding ways to experience the park. Check out our local expert's favorite sites.
22 Camping Hacks from REI Experts REI Staff|January 23, 2022 After spending nights in the outdoors, we've found camping hacks to make the outdoors a little more comfy. Here's a list of our favorites.
Let’s Camp! REI Staff|August 24, 2020 Our editors dish their best tips for packing right, pitching a tent, cooking a meal, sleeping well, having fun outdoors and more.
8 Tips for Turning Your Living Space Into Your Very Own Campsite Sarah Grothjan|April 3, 2020 Plan your next camping trip using inspiration from these eight indoor adventurers.
How Do You Know Which Sleeping Pad Will Keep You Warmer? Ken Knapp|March 20, 2020 R-value has always been a useful spec to measure sleeping pad warmth. Now a new standardized test lets you compare any two pads, regardless of brand.
How to Set Up an Ultralight Tarp Shelter for Backpacking Ken Knapp|March 20, 2019 If you’re an ultralight backpacker using a tarp shelter to shed weight, you have many setup options. This video and article show you four simple methods.
9 Ways You’re Camping Wrong Without Even Realizing It Aer Parris|May 14, 2018 After figuring out how to set camp up in under 20 minutes, cook things in the backcountry that actually taste good and manage avoiding blisters while hucking a large pack around, we all feel like backpacking experts. But you don't know it all. Check this list to discover how many things you’re doing wrong in the woods.
How to Stay Warm in a Sleeping Bag Ken Knapp|January 26, 2018 Even a quality sleeping bag can use a little help. We offer tips on how to prevent heat loss, along with ways to add a little warmth to your bag.
In Defense of Winter Camping Aer Parris|January 11, 2018 I hear you groaning through the internet. You think there is nothing I could say that could possibly convince you that camping in the winter...
How to Gear Up and Get Your Kids Started Camping and Backpacking Michael Lanza|December 5, 2017 Hard-earned, age-specific tips from parents for camping and backpacking with kids, including what kind of gear to bring. Learn more on the Co-op Journal.
How to Pack for Fall Backpacking REI Staff|September 21, 2017 Get ready for your next adventure with our comprehensive fall backpacking gear list. Don't miss out on the essentials! Check out our guide now on REI.com.
