Ten Thru-Hikes that Aren’t the Pacific Crest Trail or Appalachian Trail Ali Carr Troxell|May 12, 2015 Start big or attack in sections, here are some trails across the United States to add miles on those hiking boots.
Find Your Park with REI: Celebrating 100 years of the National Park Service REI Staff|May 4, 2015 REI partners with the National Park Service to celebrate the outdoors.
REI Camps Out at Lyndon B Johnson National Park REI Staff|April 27, 2015 REI kicked off the camping season at Lyndon B Johnson National Park, Texas with REI Outdoor School, fajitas, and astronomy lessons.
REI Adventures Top Guide – Following in Dad’s Footsteps Tracy Ross|April 23, 2015 An REI Adventures guide shares his experience on growing up going on REI Adventures trips with his father.
Choose Your Own Adventure in Patagonia Joy Martin|February 23, 2015 Whether you plan your trip yourself or join in a guided tour, Patagonia is a beautiful place to explore.
The Dawn Wall Goes Free Shey Kiester|February 17, 2015 After spending 19 days on the wall, Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson reached the summit of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park for their historic first free ascent of the Dawn Wall (VI 5.14d) on January 14, 2015.
A Place That Is Still Very Wild – The North Cascades Thom Schroeder|February 4, 2015 A love for the outdoors and a story of the joy of finding places that are still wild. An REI employee shares his love for the remote North Cascades.
Riding the Powder Express to Montana Scott Rinckenberger|January 26, 2015 Hop on a train to the mountains this winter and avoid the snowy road conditions to get to your ski destination.
Hunting the Aurora Borealis in the North Cascades Scott Rinckenberger|January 13, 2015 It is a rare to see the Aurora Borealis in Washington State, so when they are forecasted, locals head to the mountains in hopes of catching a glimpse.
Five Places to Rock Climb in the Winter Joe Pasteris|December 29, 2014 Don't store your rock climbing gear just yet. Here are a few rock climbing destination to head to during the cold, winter months.
Best California Fall & Winter Camping Spots Matthew Rochat|December 3, 2014 Fall and Winter is a great time to explore California. From Joshua Tree to Big Sur, CA offers a diverse landscape for your next winter camping adventure!
America’s Best Desert Dayhikes: Bright Angel Trail to Plateau Point Brendan Leonard|November 28, 2014 Hit the trail and get off the rim of the Grand Canyon for an up close experience of this natural wonder.