The Sunshine Coast Trail Is British Columbia’s Best-Kept Secret Brandon Fralic and Rachel Wood|August 25, 2017 Discover the hidden gem of British Columbia with the Sunshine Coast Trail. Hike through stunning scenery and experience nature at its finest. Plan your adventure now with REI.
Thru-Hiking the CDT for Underserved Kids Enrique Gili|August 3, 2017 A Q&A with the man who's completing the 3,100-mile trail to help get more young people outside On April 28, Michael Hervey began his ...
Backpacking with Less: A Personal Introduction to Ultralight Izzie Zahorian|July 24, 2017 Izzie Zahorian—who recently soloed the first 478 miles of the PCT—learned the hard way that less is always more. Here's her story and top tips.
Going the Distance with Liz “Snorkel” Thomas Shawnté Salabert|May 18, 2017 With 15,000 miles of trail under her belt, expert thru-hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas has more than a few tips to share. She discusses her book, her experiences and what she hopes other hikers can learn from both.
Life After the PCT: Post-Hike Depression Aer Parris|April 26, 2017 Overcoming Post Hike Depression: Tips and Strategies - Learn how to cope with post-hike depression and get back to your daily routine.
Pacific Crest Trail Backpacking Packing List REI Staff|March 12, 2017 Some say that the PCT inspired the ultralight gear revolution. If you carry excess pounds over thousands of miles, your body will indeed pay a price.
How to Prep for a Long-Distance High Desert Hike ONDA|February 15, 2017 Cold winter days and long, dark nights are the perfect time to start planning your next adventure. We sat down with Renee Patrick, Oregon...
PCT Gear List: What I Brought But Didn’t Need Aer Parris|January 25, 2017 After months of meticulous research, weighing my bag, editing, and weighing it again, I still managed to fail at Pacific Crest Trail packing.
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.
How a Pair of Boots Thru-Hiked the Appalachian Trail Abigail Wise|October 19, 2016 When Paul, an outdoors enthusiast who dreamed of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, passed away at age 53 before he could complete it, ...
Midwest Mega-Trail: Wisconsin’s Ice Age National Scenic Trail Joseph Concannon|August 11, 2016 The Ice Age National Scenic Trail (IAT) is one of very few endurance backpacking opportunities in our nation’s middle. Learn more about the trail.
Appalachian Trail Backpacking Packing List REI Staff|June 4, 2016 America’s first long-distance trail has long captured the imagination of adventurers. If wanderlust has gotten the better of you, we can help you prepare.
