Gifts That Do Good Sarah Grothjan|October 28, 2024 Here are eight suggestions for gifts that do good, give back and can create lasting memories—no wrapping paper required.
Think Outside the Box: How to Wrap Odd-Shaped Outdoor Gifts Ashley Brown|December 15, 2017 Outdoor gear makes for awesome gifts, but wrapping some odd-sized gifts is a challenge. Our guide offers some creative solutions.
Award-Winning Gear: Top 5 Picks for Great Gifts Shelby Gonzalez|December 12, 2017 Your holiday gifting short list is here. These gear picks recently earned accolades from GearJunkie, Backpacker and Outside.
“Going Home” Doesn’t Mean “Staying In” For The Holidays Hilary Oliver|December 6, 2017 How to keep your outdoorsy ways during holiday travel season When you dream about winter holidays, do you picture outdoor adventure as mu...
The Story Behind the REI Holiday Photo Shoot Michelle Flandreau|November 23, 2017 Before March 27, 2017, Whitney Anderson, Valerie Cleland and Vicky Ho were complete strangers. Though they shared a common bond as REI Co-op...
6 Must Have Outdoor Gifts for the Dreaded White Elephant Party Aer Parris|December 13, 2016 We’ve gathered a list of outdoor gift ideas to take to a White Elephant party. Get out those ugly sweaters and be prepared to party this holiday season.
A Gift of Time: What the Trail Can Teach Karen Wang|December 12, 2016 A women's journey of self discovery during a gift of time. Karen learned to push the limits and the toll thru-hiking takes on your body and soul.
Sleeping Bag Metamorphosis Anya Miller|December 9, 2016 I grew up in a family focused on traditional sports: gymnastics, soccer, track. But somewhere along the way, I began to obsess over the idea...
One Good Gift: An Old Climbing Rope Brendan Leonard|December 7, 2016 Brendan Leonard didn't know how a climbing rope Christmas present from his brother would change is life. Outdoor gifts can make the difference.
S’mores Hacks: 3 Gooey Camping Snack Alternatives Adam Setzer|August 10, 2016 We’re sharing a few of our favorite non-traditional s’mores recipes. Try one of these tasty alternatives to the ultimate fireside treat.
Thanks Dad: Sharing the Outdoors with the Next Generation Gabe Grayum|June 10, 2016 One dad shares how his father introduced him to the outdoors and in turn is sharing his skills to others and his son through stewardship.
Happy New Year from President & CEO Jerry Stritzke Jerry Stritzke|December 30, 2015 REI's CEO, Jerry Stritzke, wishes the co-op members and customers a Happy New Year. We can't wait to see where 2016 takes us.