Understanding Headlamp Brightness Ryan Wichelns|October 28, 2019 A new standard aims to provide a more realistic idea of how much light you can expect and for how long.
Here’s How You Can Support the Land and Water Conservation Fund Aer Parris|September 4, 2018 In one month, a 54-year-old bipartisan program that helps conserve our public lands will expire, unless Congress takes action.
New Report Says Tick- and Mosquito-Borne Diseases Are on the Rise Aer Parris|May 31, 2018 You might have already seen reports that illnesses from mosquito, tick and flea bites have tripled in the last 13 years, according to federal health officials. Yikes. But before you head straight into worry, read on for more information and ways to keep yourself safe.
Honnold and Caldwell Crush the Nose Record. Again. And Again. Aer Parris|May 30, 2018 Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell do the unthinkable—again. This morning they climbed the famed Nose on El Capitan in a record-setting time. The Nose is an incredible 2,900 feet tall, rated to 5.14a (really hard). They did it in just 2 hours, 10 minutes and 15 seconds.
Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Provides up to $30.8B in Benefits Each Year, Study Finds Jessica Bernhard|May 30, 2018 A new report released by The Wilderness Society on Tuesday suggests that the 2-million-acre Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest is a $1 trillion asset to Pierce, King, Snohomish, Skagit and Whatcom counties in Washington State.
What the Wildfire Funding Fix Means for Recreation Michelle Flandreau|March 26, 2018 The funding fix helps avoid “fire borrowing” and treats wildfires similarly to other natural disasters.
Climate Change Threatens $11.3 Billion Snowsports Industry, Protect Our Winters Report Says Michelle Flandreau|February 22, 2018 The winter sports tourism industry in the U.S. added $11.3 billion in economic value and supported more than 191,000 jobs in the winter season of 2015–2016, according to a new report from Protect Our Winters (POW). But warmer winters and decreased snowfall “threaten the livelihood of an entire industry."
Outdoor Industry Works To Close Gender Gap in Leadership Michelle Flandreau|January 31, 2018 In a new report, “Women in leadership: From backcountry to boardroom,” outdoor execs weigh in on the state of women’s leadership in the industry and how they’re creating more opportunities for women.
First Look: Rad Snowsports Gear from Outdoor Retailer 2018 Megan Michelson|January 30, 2018 New outdoor gear technology debuts at 2018 Outdoor Retailer show, from ski boots heated by an app to a jacket with a built-in hydration bladder.
Warren Miller Forever Changed the World of Skiing REI Staff|January 25, 2018 Generations of skiers grew up going to Warren Miller movies at the start of each winter season, and it became a rite of passage for skiers and their families. So when Miller died on Wednesday night, at home in Orcas Island, Washington, at the age of 93, the news impacted skiers of all ages.
American Alpine Club Honors the Best in Climbing Shannon Davis|January 19, 2018 There are very few red carpets in the world of climbing, a sport whose best take great pride in how little they need to pursue their greates...
We Must Take the Long View on Public Lands Jerry Stritzke|December 5, 2017 To those who want their stump speeches about loving public lands to be more than words, now is the time to match sentiment with action.
