How to Explore Big Bend National Park Jonathan Olivier|January 31, 2019 Experience the best of southwest Texas’ diverse terrain in this monumental park straddling the border with Mexico at a curve in the mighty Rio Grande.
President Trump Announces Temporary Deal to Reopen Government Michelle Flandreau|January 25, 2019 On Jan. 25, President Trump announced a short-term deal to end the longest partial government shutdown in the country's history.
‘This is so hard on the small communities’: The Shutdown’s Economic Toll Jenni Gritters|January 12, 2019 As the government shutdown enters its fourth week, rural communities like Ashford, WA, near Mount Rainier National Park, are feeling the economic impact.
American Alpine Club: Small Businesses that Rely on Access to National Parks and Public Lands are Hurting Phil Powers and Mark Butler|January 11, 2019 The American Alpine Club explains how the partial government shutdown is impacting tourism-based economies and small businesses.
Jerry Stritzke: Our National Parks Need Our Help Jerry Stritzke|January 11, 2019 REI President and CEO Jerry Stritzke shares what recreationists can do to support our national parks in the midst of the government shutdown.
Administration Authorizes National Parks to Use Entrance Fees to Fund Operations During Government Shutdown Jenni Gritters|January 9, 2019 Some parks could begin using entrance fee funds in order to pay for maintenance during the partial government shutdown. But logistical questions remain.
How The Government Shutdown Is Affecting Federal Public Lands Morgan Sjogren|January 4, 2019 As the partial government shutdown nears the end of its second week, federal public lands remain mostly open despite a reduction in visitor services.
Visitor Dies After Injury in Yosemite National Park Amid Government Shutdown Michelle Flandreau|January 4, 2019 A visitor to California’s Yosemite National Park has died after a reported head injury sustained on Christmas Day, the National Park Service confirmed.
How to Explore Grand Teton National Park Lily Krass Ritter|November 28, 2018 Home to soaring pinnacles, abundant wildlife and superlative outdoor activities, the Grand Tetons Tetons welcome millions of visitors each year from across the globe!
The Wilderness Society: Speak Up to Protect Your Favorite Outdoor Places Jonathan Asher|November 27, 2018 Jonathan Asher, co-chair of the LWCF Coalition, explains why it’s crucial that lawmakers work together to reauthorize and permanently fund LWCF.
Why Voting for the Outdoors Matters—and How to Do It REI Staff|October 29, 2018 Editor's note: We would like to be clear that we understand opinions on the midterm elections vary and that REI maintains a strongly nonpart...
How Vela’s Perspective, Experience Could Benefit Our National Parks Jenni Gritters|September 12, 2018 On August 31, 2018, President Donald Trump named Raymond David Vela as his pick as the 19th director of the National Park Service (NPS).
