Frederick Reimers is a former editor at Paddler and Canoe & Kayak magazines.
How the Natural Resources Management Act Passed
A compromise over Utah public land reveals how one of the biggest conservation acts in years got passed this week
Frederick Reimers
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Our Favorite Puffies of 2019
Winter jackets for every occasion
The Ultimate Grand Canyon Travel Guide
Grand Canyon National Park is getting ready to celebrate its 100th birthday in 2019. Here's how to make the most out of a visit, whether its hiking, boating, biking, camping, or so much more.
The Best Jackets of 2019
Winter adventure starts here
The Utah Town That Actually Wants a Monument
Near a pair of shuttered mines, within deep box canyons where thousands of boulders rest below the cliffs, something unexpected is happening.
Lucas St. Clair Turns Recreation into Political Capital
The Democratic candidate is seeking to win in Maine's rural 2nd District with a simple message: The recreation economy can bring back jobs.
Why You Should Buy a Ski Pass Right Now
Resorts offer big discounts and bigger perks to those who buy their 2018-2019 ski pass soon.
Backcountry.com Launches Its Own Gear Line
Twenty-two years after its founding, the e-retailer giant will start making in-house outdoor clothing and gear
Public Lands, Public Playgrounds
While political and legal battles rage over the future of our national monuments, one of the most important things you can do is go see them—and then share your experiences widely. Here are some of...
Battle of the Ski Passes: Ikon vs. Epic
Now that we know which mountains are on the Ikon and how much it costs, we wanted to figure out: Which is a better deal for skiers?
Government Puts Outdoor Industry Size at $373 Billion
That’s 2 percent of overall GDP—officially putting it on par with other major economy-drivers.
The Down Puffy Gets a Serious Upgrade
Uberlight and able to take moisture in stride, this new breed of synthetic down is changing the winter jacket
The Outdoor Industry's Tax Cut Dilemma
For outdoor companies, the money came in exchange for public lands, which raises a serious moral dilemma.
These 20-Somethings Are Out to Save Conservation's Soul
Last October, the biggest draw to Jackson Hole's SHIFT festival—an annual conference aimed at combating the public-lands transfer movement—was a reading by Terry Tempest Williams.
The Best Jackets of 2018
Don’t leave home without a warm winter buddy.