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Previous year's REI press releases are listed below. Click on the title for the full text of each release. This year's releases can be found in our current releases section. Media queries regarding REI may be directed to Public Affairs at (253) 395-5958.
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2007 Releases
REI Opens Distribution Center in Bedford, Pa. to Support Company Growth
in the Eastern United States
November 29, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, will officially open its distribution center in Bedford, Pa., a 525,000 square-foot building on 43 acres on Friday, Nov. 30.
REI to Outfit East Bay Outdoor Enthusiasts Through New Store in Brentwood, Calif.
November 23, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Brentwood, Calif. in 2009.
REI Appoints Brenda Davis to Board of Directors
October 22, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced the appointment of Brenda Davis to a one-year term to the company's board of directors.
REI Prototype Store Opens October 5 in Boulder, Colo.
October 4, 2007— On Friday, Oct. 5, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, opens its first prototype store to test new retail concepts and the performance of green building features, including state-of-the-art technology and environmentally friendly materials. Findings from the working laboratory will help the company make decisions on how it approaches green building design and construction in the future.
REI Grants $100,000 to Bikes Belong Foundation to Help U.S. Cities Become Bicycle Friendly
September 27, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today that the company has provided a $100,000 grant to the Bikes Belong Foundation to support an innovative series of grant awards to help U.S. cities become more bicycle friendly. The Bikes Belong Foundation, in cooperation with the League of American Bicyclists, will direct the new effort.
REI to Double Presence in Chicago Area
August 29, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open new stores in Schaumburg, Ill. and Lincoln Park, Ill. The locations will double REI's presence in the Chicago metropolitan area by 2008.
REI Introduces Eco-Sensitive Icon to Identify Outdoor Products with Reduced Environmental Impact
August 16, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced that select REI brand products will carry an eco-sensitive label, designating items manufactured with a high percentage of recycled, rapidly renewable and/or organic fibers. REI's eco-sensitive offerings complement the company's broader strategy to reduce its environmental impact in all areas of its business.
REI TO OPEN IN STONECREEK VILLAGE
August 8, 2007— Stockton-based Stone Brothers & Associates and Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced that REI will open a store at Stonecreek Village, Stockton's first upscale retail center currently under construction. The new 26,000 square-foot, two-story store will anchor the 15-acre Stonecreek Village located at the corner of Pacific Avenue and West Robinhood Drive. This addition will join New York & Company, AnnTaylor LOFT, Eddie Bauer, J. Jill, Talbots, Cacique, Coldwater Creek, Aveda Lifestyle Salon, Lane Bryant, Jos. A. Bank, Juice It Up!, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse and Boudin SF slated for opening in the spring of 2008.
REI Appoints Jesse King to Board of Directors
July 26, 2007— Outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced the appointment of Jesse King to a one-year term to the company's board of directors. King, 52, resides in Evergreen, Colo.
REI Reaches Milestone in Boulder Store Renovation
July 19, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced that its Boulder, Colo. prototype store has reached the second phase in its expansion and renovation. Upon completion, the store will serve as a working laboratory to analyze new retail concepts and the performance of green building features.
REI to Open Store in Issaquah
June 21, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the national outdoor retail cooperative founded in 1938 by a group of Pacific Northwest mountaineers, today announced plans to open a store in Issaquah, Wash. in the fall of 2007.
REI Inspires Kids, Families to Get Outside this Summer
May 16, 2007— With summer just around the corner, parents everywhere will soon be looking for ideas to get their kids outside and active. Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) has just the solution - Passport to Adventure, a free program launching this week designed to introduce a new generation to the fun of outdoor recreation.
REI to Open a Store in Asheville, North Carolina
May 8, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Asheville, North Carolina in the fall of 2008 at Biltmore Park, a new lifestyle development.
REI Opens in Northbrook with Three-Day Celebration
April 27, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc (REI) invites cooperative members and the community to celebrate the opening of its Northbrook store during its grand opening weekend Friday, May 4 through Sunday, May 6. The opening is timed in conjunction with the start of the co-op's Anniversary Sale.
REI to Open in Clackamas Town Center in Portland, Oregon
March 30, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store at Clackamas Town Center in Portland, Oregon, in the fall of 2007.
REI Releases Inaugural Stewardship Report
March 27, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced at its annual membership meeting the release of its first stewardship report. The report, available online at www.rei.com/stewardship, provides a review of the co-op's social and environmental priorities and efforts for 2006, and includes short and long-term aspirations for improvement.
REI Announces 2007 Board Election Results
March 27, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced its 2007 board election results during its annual membership meeting held March 26. Cooperative members voted to return incumbents Anne Farrell and Tom Harville, and elected John Hamlin and Edward M. Schmults to three-year board terms.
REI to Open a Store in Marina, California
March 12, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Marina, California in the fall of 2007 at University Village, a new mixed-use development.
REI Names Jeff Zon Vice President of Information Services
March 5, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, has named Jeff Zon to Vice President of Information Services.
REI Posts Sales for 2006
February 26, 2007— Outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the nation's largest consumer cooperative, today announced that $58 million will be distributed to its active members through the annual patronage refund based on the co-op's 2006 sales of $1.18 billion. These record financials mark the second consecutive year where sales rose more than 15 percent.
REI Announces 2006 Vendor Partnership Award Winners
January 29, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced its 2006 vendor partnership awards today at the winter Outdoor Retailer trade show. Black Diamond, best known for its popular line of premium climbing gear, received top honors as REIs Vendor Partner-of-the-Year.
REI Named to FORTUNE's Best Places to Work List for Tenth Consecutive Year
January 9, 2007— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the outdoor retailer regarded for its quality gear, staff expertise, progressive business practices, and community and environmental efforts, announced today that it has again been named by FORTUNE magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work for in America."
REI to Open Its Second Store in Charlotte
January 9, 2007— Following the successful opening of a store in Pineville, N.C., in August, 2006, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a second store in the Charlotte area in the spring of 2008.
2006 Releases
REI plans store at Santa Fe Railyard Project
December 6, 2006— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store at the Santa Fe Railyard Project in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in 2007.
REI and VolunteerMatch Team up to Mobilize Environmental Volunteers
October 31, 2006— Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, is dramatically expanding its ability to connect customers with opportunities for environmental stewardship through a new partnership with VolunteerMatch, the online nonprofit dedicated to connecting volunteers with local community service.
Eight REI Stewardship Award Winners Announced
October 25, 2006— Leading trail clearing crews on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, developing a Peace Garden in Boston or restoring an ancient irrigation ditch at Montezuma Castle National Monument, the work of volunteers has become essential to maintaining America's great outdoor experiences.
REI Adventures Announces Carbon-Neutral Travel
October 4, 2006— Travelers to some of the world's most remarkable destinations for once-in-a-lifetime vacations with REI Adventures will be guaranteed to have a "green" experience — whether traveling to the Alps or Antarctica, and all points in between. Through the company's new 100 percent carbon-neutral (also known as "climate-neutral") offering announced today, outdoor enthusiasts will now be able to "green" their travel — including the air travel to and from their destinations — at no added cost to the just-announced 2007 REI Adventures trips.
REI Buys Wind Power for Three Maryland Stores
September 7, 2006— Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, announced today that it will purchase an additional 1 million kilowatt hours of wind power annually to supply its three stores in Maryland.
REI's Pittsburgh Store Receives United States Green Building Council's LEED Silver Rating for Commercial Interiors
August 30, 2006—Less water, less electricity, minimal construction waste and an urban location on the reclaimed grounds once home to a steel mill all helped REI's new Pittsburgh store reduce its environmental impact.
REI Names Tom Vogl Vice President of Marketing
August 10, 2006—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, has named Tom Vogl as vice president of Marketing. Vogl will oversee all aspects of Marketing for REI including visual merchandising, direct mail and advertising.
REI to Open a Store in Fresno
July 25, 2006—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store at The Shops at River Park in Fresno, Calif., in the spring of 2007.
REI Names Brad Brown to Lead Web Strategy
June 28, 2006—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, has appointed Brad Brown vice president of E-Commerce and Web Strategies. Brown will lead the development of the next generation of REI.com as the site approaches its 10-year anniversary.
REI to Open a Store in Chula Vista
June 20, 2006—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Chula Vista, Calif., at the Otay Ranch Town Center at the intersection of Eastlake and Olympic Parkways in the fall of 2006.
REI Launches Outdoor School; Makes Getting Outside Easy
New Program includes One-Day Outings, Expert Instruction, Gear and Transportation
June 8, 2006—This week the outdoor gear retail cooperative Recreational Equipment, Inc., (REI) is introducing its latest program designed to get people outdoors. The new REI Outdoor School offers classes and one-day guided outings that teach the basics of hiking, cycling, kayaking and more.
REI to Relocate Niles Store to Northbrook
June 6, 2006—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to relocate its store in Niles, Illinois, near Chicago, five miles north to Northbrook in the spring of 2007. The new store will be in North Shore Village at the intersection of Willow Road and Waukegan Road, near Interstate 94.
REI Boulder Store Renovation will Include New Design Concepts
May 25, 2006—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to renovate and expand its current Boulder, Colo., store to pilot a prototype design for REI stores. Project completion is set for the fall 2007.
REI to Open a Store in Cranston, R.I.
May 23, 2006—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Cranston, R.I., in the fall of 2006 at Chapel View. The new mixed-use development, off Interstate 95 on Route 2, revives 19th century buildings at the site of the former Sockanosset Boys Training School.
REI breaks ground for Bedford, Pa., Distribution Center
May 11, 2006—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail co-op providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, broke ground today for its new distribution center in Bedford, Pa. At the ceremony to celebrate the milestone, two community grants - as well as the donation of a house to Habitat for Humanity - were announced.
REI Helps Kids, Families to Get Outside this Summer
April 20, 2006—This summer when parents plead with their kids to "go play outside," they'll have the support of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI). The outdoor gear retailer today announced a free program designed to introduce a new generation to the fun of outdoor recreation.
REI Steps Up to 20 Percent Green Power
March 28, 2006—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, announced at its annual meeting Monday that it will purchase 10 million kilowatt hours of green power, or 20 percent of the company's national electricity usage.
REI Names Lee Fromson to Lead Company Gear and Apparel Product Team
March 28, 2006—Outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) has hired industry veteran Lee Fromson to head the company's Gear and Apparel product group as its vice president. Fromson will join REI on April 1.
2005 Releases
REI Announces Plans for Second Distribution Center
Dec. 20, 2005—In an effort to support its future retail growth with an expanded presence in the eastern U.S., Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail co-op providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, today announced plans for a second distribution center to be located in Bedford, Pa.
Adventure Vacations top American Wish Lists
Dec. 15, 2005—According to a recent Leisure Trends Group national survey, taking an adventure vacation topped the list of things sought most by Americans if money was no object. Survey respondents chose adventure travel among several other popular leisure-time activities, including a beach and mountain vacation. (Source: LeisureTRAK® Report, vol. 4, iss. 3, September 2005.)
REI to open a store in Greensboro, N.C.
Nov. 10, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing in North Carolina since 1992, today announced plans to open its first store in Greensboro, N.C., at The Shops at Friendly Center in the fall of 2006.
REI Outdoor Experts Checked their List Twice for Top Holiday Gift Picks
Nov. 1, 2005—Santa still has the final say, but for the hottest gift tips for outdoor adventurers, he turns to the gear-laureates at Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)—a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing. Whether enticing kids to get into the outdoors or gearing up for the next family ski trip, REI’s Expert Gift Picks will surely bring a smile to any hiker-biker-climber-paddler-snowhound-globetrotter on your shopping list.
Six REI Stewardship Award Winners Announced
Oct. 17, 2005—When Lisa Hellman got involved as a volunteer with the Orange County Inner City Outings it was a fledgling program dedicated to taking kids out hiking and camping. In three years, she recruited 65 adult volunteers, personally led 55 outings, secured new funding and developed new partnerships and educational resources.
REI Extends Healthcare Benefits to all Part-time Employees
Oct. 11, 2005—Outdoor retail co-op Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), long recognized for having one of the most generous employee benefits programs in the retail industry, today announced plans to extend healthcare benefits to all of its part-time employees and their families, a move that human resources experts view as leading edge among all employers.
REI to open a store in Santa Monica, Calif.
Oct. 4, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Santa Monica, Calif., at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Santa Monica Boulevard in the spring of 2006.
REI to open first store in Charlotte, N.C., market
Oct. 4, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open its first store in the Charlotte, N.C. area in the suburb of Pineville in fall 2006. The store will be located next to the Carolina Place Mall.
REI stores distribute 160 grants to local conservation groups and clubs
Aug. 10, 2005—Store employees at Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, personally handed checks and gear in June and July to 160 conservation groups and outdoor recreation clubs nationwide. The grants, which range from $2,000 to $10,000, go to organizations nominated by employees. The total awarded is $780,000.
REI to open store its first Connecticut store in West Hartford
Aug. 3, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in West Hartford, Conn., in the fall of 2007.
REI to open store in Mountain View, Calif.
July 27, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Mountain View, Calif., in the spring of 2006.
REI launches weekend and day trips in the Bay Area
June 2, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) is tapping the experience of its active travel service, REI Adventures, to launch a new service this month in Northern California to take people on trips and outings closer to home.
Mass Exodus of Summer Travelers Spotted Escaping City Limits
May 17, 2005—Memorial Day marks the kick-off to summer-a welcomed arrival for the more than one in three travelers planning nature-packed excursions at least once this season . Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, is a one-stop shop for campers and wanderers-at-large looking to gear up and leave the traffic jams, cell phones and the daily grind behind.
Couples That Play Together Stay Together
May 5, 2005—The U.S. Census Bureau shows more and more couples today are getting married later in life or for the second time. With closets stocked with spare linens and kitchens crammed with two of everything, the betrothed are looking for out-of-the-traditional-gift-registry-box items to supply their honeymoon or favorite recreational pastimes. Leading the pack, or trail, is Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), offering outdoor gear and apparel instead of housewares, and underscoring the philosophy that couples that play together, stay together.
REI Adventures Partners with Nikon for International Birding Trips
April 22, 2005—REI Adventures, Recreational Equipment, Inc.’s (REI) active travel service, has partnered with Nikon Sport Optics to lead new birding trips to Costa Rica, Botswana and Ecuador. REI Adventures’ local guides will be joined by Nikon-sponsored ornithologists.
REI Announces Board Election Results
March 30, 2005—Members of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, returned incumbents Michael Smith and Doug Walker, and elected first-time board member Cheryl Scott, to its board of directors for three-year terms. The election results were announced at the co-op’s annual membership meeting March 28.
REI Posts Strong '04 Results
March 9, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the nation's largest consumer cooperative, today announced a $44 million member refund to its active members on 2004 sales of $887 million. Based on 2004 results, the outdoor retailer also increased its financial support of environmental stewardship efforts to $2.5 million for 2005.
REI to open store in Raleigh, N.C.
March 9, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Raleigh, N.C., in November 2005 at North Hills, at Six Forks Road near Interstate 440.
REI Names Michelle Clements as Vice President of Human Resources
March 3, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the nation’s leading retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, has appointed Michelle Clements to the position of vice president of human resources.
REI Announces 2004 Vendor Partnership Award Winners
January 31, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, has announced its 2004 Vendor Partnership Awards, including the selection of Keen as REI’s Vendor Partner of the Year.
REI to open store in Bend, Oregon
January 25, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Bend, Ore., in November 2005 in The Shops at the Old Mill District along the Deschutes River off Route 97.
REI to open store in Plano, Texas
January 13, 2005—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Plano, Texas, in May 2005, at the northeast corner of Preston Road and Park Boulevard in Preston Towne Crossing.
REI Named to FORTUNE's 100 Best Companies List
January 10, 2005—For the eighth consecutive year, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) has been named as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" by FORTUNE magazine. The outdoor retailer known for its quality gear, staff expertise and commitment to environmental stewardship ranked 45th on the annual list, and is one of only 22 companies to be named to the magazine's "Hall of Fame" for appearing on the list every year since 1998.
2004 Releases
REI Grant Supports Volunteerism at National Parks
November 30, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) and the National Park Foundation (NPF) recently partnered to enhance the National Park Service's Volunteers-In-Parks Programs throughout the country. From Sept. 7 through Oct. 2, REI made a donation to the NPF upon each sale of specially selected REI Gear and Apparel products. Customer purchases throughout the promotion resulted in a $100,000 grant announced today to support volunteerism in National Parks from Cape Cod National Seashore to Golden Gate National Recreation Area.
REI Gift Registry Sales Soar in Eight Months
November 18, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, which launched an integrated online, phone and store gift registry this spring, has seen registry sales to engaged couples, their families and friends increase 70 percent in first eight months.
REI Announces Distribution Center Expansion Plans
November 12, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced plans today for the expansion of its national distribution center located in Sumner, Wash., near the co-op's Seattle area-based corporate headquarters.
REI's New Portland Store Receives United States Green Building Council's LEED® Gold Award for Commercial Interiors
November 11, 2004—The United States Green Building Council announced today that the new Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) Portland store, has received a LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) for Commercial Interiors Gold Rating, making it the first retail store in the U.S. to achieve this standard. REI is a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing. The Portland store is located in the Pearl District at the corner of NW 14th Avenue and NW Johnson Street.
IMBA Awards 100 REI/IMBA Outdoor Stewardship Toolkits
November 10, 2004—Mountain bike groups coast-to-coast will soon receive an unprecedented boost for their volunteer trailwork projects, as a result of a financial and gear grant from Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), announced today by the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA).
REI Outdoor Experts Reveal this Holiday's Got-to-Have-'em Gift Picks
November 8, 2004—Gear-savvy experts at Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, love the outdoors and all the innovative equipment that makes it fun to explore. So REI asked some of its experts what they would like to see wrapped up in a bow this year. Their answers supplied a wish list for all of the hikers-bikers-climbers-paddlers-snowhounds-globetrotters on the shopping list.
REI Recognizes Seven Outdoor Stewards with National Award
November 4, 2004—Every year tens of thousands of community volunteers take to trails, rivers, parks and wild lands to participate in projects that help protect the nation's natural landscape, while thousands more help educate people about the safe and responsible enjoyment of outdoor recreation. In recognition of these inspiring volunteers, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced the recipients of the annual REI Stewards for the Environment awards.
REI Adventures Sees Upswing in Overseas Travel
October 15, 2004—REI Adventures, Recreational Equipment, Inc.'s (REI) active travel service, today announced they have seen a clear rebound in interest for travel in Europe, Asia, and Africa; with 2004 business being up 16 percent, 73 percent, and 14 percent respectively. They expect this trend to continue in 2005.
REI to open store in Marlton, N.J.
September 7, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Marlton, N.J., in March 2005, at the southwest corner of Route 73 and Brick Street, in half of the former Zagara grocery store.
REI Names David Presley as Vice President of Distribution and Logistics
August 3, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the nation’s leading retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today the appointment of David Presley to the position of vice president of distribution and logistics.
REI and Leave No Trace Debut Youth Education Program: New Program Provides Interactive Tool for Teaching Environmental Ethics
July 22, 2004—The availability of a new program designed to educate children about the outdoors, and the responsible use of public lands, was announced today by outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) and the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics.
REI to open store in Pittsburgh
June 22, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today plans to open a store in Pittsburgh in September 2005.
REI to open store in Encinitas, California
June 16, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today plans to open a store in Encinitas, Calif., in November 2004.
REI CEO Dennis Madsen Plans 2005 Retirement
June 8, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) CEO Dennis Madsen announced today that he will retire from the outdoor retailer at the company’s annual membership meeting on March 28, 2005, and said he will spend the next 10 months helping to transition the company’s leadership to its current chief operating officer, Sally Jewell.
REI to open second store in Houston
June 8, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, today announced it will open a second store in Houston, Texas, in the Willowbrook Shopping Center at the intersection of FM 1960 and Highway 249 in October.
REI plans return to downtown Austin with second store
May 26, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, today announced it is in the final stages of lease negotiations to open a second store in Austin, Texas, at 6th Street and Lamar Boulevard in Austin’s Market District. The proposed store will open fall of 2005.
National Park Pass available at REI stores and REI.com
May 26, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced that, in cooperation with the National Park Foundation, it is selling the National Park Pass in all 70 REI retail stores and at REI.com.
REI Gift Registry Appeals to Outdoor Couples
May 4, 2004—An integrated online, phone and store gift registry launched this spring by Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) garnered 6,000 gift lists nationally in eight weeks. The gift registry can be used for any event, but the majority of the new lists are for upcoming weddings of couples who enjoy skiing, hiking, climbing, camping and cycling together.
REI Momentum Pullover is Named Top Jacket by Outside Magazine
April 13, 2004—Outside magazine has designated the REI Momentum Pullover as its 2004 Gear of the Year winner in the jackets category, praising its “simple brilliance.” Outside’s premium Gear of the Year designation is for products that represent innovative design, functionality and performance. This is the second Gear of the Year award for Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI); the ultra-light REI Roadster won in the tent category last year.
Women Believe Gender-Specific Gear Can Enhance Performance
April 7, 2004—Do you run like a girl? If you're one of the nearly 17 million women across the country that participate in outdoor recreation*, the answer is likely a proud "yes." You also ski, snowboard, bicycle, backpack and climb like a girl-and the outdoor industry is taking notice.
REI Announces Board of Directors Results
March 31, 2004—Members of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) returned incumbents Fran Conley, Anne Farrell, Tom Harville and Catherine Walker to the cooperative's board of directors for three-year terms. The balloting results were announced at REI's annual member meeting March 29.
REI plans store in Huntington Beach, Calif.
March 18, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, today announced plans to open a store in spring of 2005 in Huntington Beach, Calif., in the Bella Terra center at Edinger Avenue and Beach Boulevard.
REI and Backpacker Magazine Seeking Great Outdoor Cooks
March 5, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) and Backpacker magazine are seeking the cleverest culinary campers to submit recipes for a national competition. Eight finalists will be transported to wield their spatulas at the REI—Backpacker Camp Cook-Off on June 12 near Denver.
REI Launches New Integrated Gift Registry
March 4, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, has launched an integrated multichannel gift registry that makes it easy to create and edit gift lists at any REI store, online at REI.com or by phone.
REI Posts Strong '03 Results
February 24, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the nation's largest consumer cooperative, today announced a $41 million member refund to its active members on 2003 sales of $805 million. Based on 2003 results, the outdoor retailer also increased its financial support of environmental stewardship efforts to $2 million for 2004.
REI Announces 2003 Vendor Partnership Award Winners
February 3, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, has announced its 2003 Vendor Partnership Awards, including the selection of prAna as REI’s Vendor Partner of the Year.
REI plans new store in Rancho Cucamonga
January 22, 2004—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in November 2004 in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., in the Victoria Gateway Center at the intersection of Foothill and Day Creek boulevards.
2003 Releases
REI Ranks 24th on FORTUNE’s 100 Best Companies List
December 29, 2003—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) has been ranked 24th among the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by FORTUNE magazine, and is one of only eight companies to have been included on each of the magazine lists and two book versions.
IMBA Announces REI/IMBA Outdoor Stewardship Toolkits
December 16, 2003—Mountain bike groups coast-to-coast will soon receive a substantial boost for their volunteer trailwork projects, as a result of a $25,000 grant from Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), announced today by the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA).
REI Announces Plans to Close Federal Way Store Jan. 3
November 21, 2003—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced plans to close its Federal Way retail store, located in the Gateway Center on South 320th Street, Jan. 3 when its lease expires, and serve Pierce and South King County members with its Tacoma and Tukwila locations, which both opened a year ago.
REI Adventures Introduces 12 New Trips in 2004 Travel Offerings
November 10, 2003—According to the Fall 2003 LeisureTRAK report prepared by Boulder, Colo.’s Leisure Trends Group, Americans are dreaming of travel, adventure and intense experiences; and they’re looking for help to escape their everyday routines.
Outdoor Experts at REI Share Holiday’s Hottest Product Picks
November 4, 2003—The most popular gifts this year are the enhanced performance apparel, lightweight equipment and high tech gadgets that take outdoor enthusiasts faster, farther and in greater comfort than ever before, according to Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing since 1938.
REI plans new store in Henderson, Nevada
November 3, 2003—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in April 2004 in Henderson, Nev., in a new lifestyle center called the Shops at Green Valley Ranch at the intersection of I-215 and Green Valley Parkway.
REI CEO Dennis Madsen Named to Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Board
October 28, 2003—Dennis Madsen, president and CEO of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) has been named to the national board of directors of the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC), a Washington, D.C.-based non-profit organization that advocates for uniting communities and improving health by creating a nationwide network of public trails.
REI Announces First-Ever Stewards for the Environment Award Recipients
October 2, 2003—Protecting the outdoors for future generations is a lifetime commitment for a select group of volunteers from across the country, named today by Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) as "Stewards for the Environment."
REI Store Pickup lifts store and Internet sales
September 23, 2003—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, today announced that nearly one-fourth of all of REI.com and REI-OUTLET.com orders are now delivered to stores through the recently launched REI Store Pickup service.
REI Partners with Black Diamond to Take HERA Climb for Life on the Road
September 16, 2003—Black Diamond Equipment Ltd. and Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced a partnership which will take the HERA (Health Empowerment, Research and Advocacy) Ovarian Cancer Climb for Life Road Tour to six cities this winter.
REI Lynnwood to Move to the Alderwood Mall
September 10, 2003—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced plans to relocate its Lynnwood store in the fall of 2004 to a new store at the revamped Alderwood Mall, also in Lynnwood. REI has signed a Letter of Intent with mall owner General Growth Properties Inc. Lease details are still being negotiated.
REI to open store in Hillsboro, Oregon
September 8, 2003—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in Hillsboro, Ore., in November of 2004.
REI T-Shirt Sales Benefit Outdoor Stewardship Efforts
August 28, 2003—Volunteer projects aimed at protecting five of the nation's most loved outdoor destinations, received a big boost today from Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI).
New Trail-worthy Daypacks Available for Back to School
August 14, 2003—A recent report from the American Chiropractic Association emphasizes education on how to properly wear the right size backpack as critical to helping children avoid back and shoulder pain when carrying heavy textbooks and school supplies. In time for back to school, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) is introducing its fall selection of new and favorite daypacks for campus and trail alike, in a variety of sizes and all featuring durable construction and eye-catching colors to please both parents and students.
REI Announces Availability of Personal Locator Beacons Following FCC Ruling
July 1, 2003—Following the recent FCC ruling approving the sale and use of personal locator beacons (PLBs) in the continental United States beginning July 1, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) announced today the availability of the new satellite-assisted search and rescue technology at REI.com and select retail store locations. REI is the only national outdoor retailer to currently carry the potentially life-saving device, manufactured by ACR Electronics.
REI launches free in-store pickup for online orders
June 24, 2003—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced the launch of its REI Store Pickup service for online orders.
REI named Best in E-commerce Innovation
June 10, 2003—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, won the Best in E-commerce Innovation award last night at the 2003 Retail Systems Achievement Awards in Chicago.
National Park Pass available at REI stores and REI.com
June 2, 2003—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced that, in cooperation with the National Park Foundation, it is selling the National Park Pass in all 66 REI stores and REI.com.
REI Introduces Outdoor Stewardship T-Shirts
May 21, 2003—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retail cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel, is introducing a series of Stewardship T-shirts to promote and support outdoor stewardship projects of five groups that organize volunteers to care for popular outdoor recreation areas.
REI to open store in Folsom, Calif.
May 19, 2003—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a consumer cooperative providing quality outdoor gear and apparel since 1938, will open a store in Folsom, Calif., in November 2003. It will be REI's third store in the Sacramento area and the eleventh in Northern California. A new store in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood will precede it in October.
Go Faster, Farther; Innovations in REI's gear and apparel improve the outdoor experience
May 14, 2003—This summer, outdoor enthusiasts can travel faster and farther than ever before with new gear and apparel from Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) that delivers the latest advancements in product technology. Using cutting-edge materials and designs, these products maximize the outdoor experience, answering campers' calls for lighter gear in time for Memorial Day weekend adventures.
Light and Fast REI Roadster Named Outside Magazine's Gear of the Year
April 28, 2003—Outside Magazine has designated the REI Roadster tent as its 2003 "Gear of the Year" in the tent category, praising its quick and easy setup and recommending it as "ready for anything." Outside's premium "Gear of the Year" designation is for products that represent innovative design, functionality and performance. This is the second such honor for REI's tent line - the REI Half Dome Plus 2 tent received Backpacker Magazine's Editor's Choice Award in 2002.
Trips for Kids Receives REI Grant To Support Mountain Bike Outings for Youth
April 16, 2003—SAN RAFAEL, Calif. - Trips for Kids, a national non-profit organization which provides mountain bike outings and environmental education for youth, has received a $40,000 grant from Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) to support the organization's efforts to engage young people in outdoor recreation and stewardship.
REI Makes Grants for Search and Rescue
April 14, 2003—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the nation’s leading retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced $14,400 in grants from its REI Foundation Memorial Fund to four search and rescue organizations.
REI Announces Board of Directors Results
April 7, 2003—Members of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) returned incumbents Bill Britt, Joanne Harrell and Charles Katz, Jr., to the cooperative's board of directors for three-year terms. Balloting results were announced at REI's annual member meeting March 31.
Outdoor retailer REI posts strong ’02 results, increases community commitment
February 24, 2003—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today declared a $38.7 million patronage refund to its active members on 2002 sales of $735 million. The cooperative also announced that, based on the 2002 results, its corporate giving commitment will increase by 80 percent to $1.8 million, the largest amount in company history.
At long last REI to open in downtown San Francisco
February 11, 2003—Almost from the day Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) opened its first store outside of Seattle in Berkeley in 1975, REI members have asked “when will you open a store in San Francisco?” Finally, REI can announce it will be opening a store at 840 Brannan St. in October.
REI Announces 2002 Vendor Partnership Award Winners
February 10, 2003—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the nation's leading retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, has announced its 2002 Vendor Partnership Awards, including the selection of Smith Sport Optics, Inc. as REI’s Vendor Partner of the Year.
Seattle-Area Adventurer Announces Six Summits Expedition
January 31, 2003—Seattle-area adventurer and REI climbing shop employee Erden Eruç has announced he will seek to conquer the highest summits on six different continents, traveling to each peak by ocean rowing and by cycling. Eruç will take his own gear and his share of the group gear to the mountains with him and he will not use any motorized help, sails or pack animals in the process. His expedition will be to honor his friend and climbing partner Göran Kropp, who died in a climbing accident Sept.30, 2002.
Appalachian Mountain Club Receives REI Grant to Support Youth Opportunities Program
January 14, 2003—The Appalachian Mountain Club has received a $65,000 grant from Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) to support the club’s Youth Opportunities Program (YOP), an initiative that helps engage young people in outdoor recreation and adventure.
REI Named to Fortune’s 100 Best Companies List for Sixth Consecutive Year
January 7, 2003—For the sixth consecutive year, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) has been ranked among the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by Fortune magazine, and is one of only a handful of companies to have been included on each of the magazine lists and two book versions.
2002 Releases
REI announces store move to Houston’s Westheimer area
December 12, 2002—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced plans today to relocate its 7951 Katy Freeway store to Houston’s Westheimer Crossing shopping mall in fall 2003.
REI named one of best multichannel retailers by independent research firm
December 10, 2002—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, is featured as one of today's best multichannel retail companies in "Multichannel Best Practices: Sears and REI," a December 2002 Forrester report by analyst Jim Crawford.
Give the Gift of Adventure: REI offers great gifts for outdoor enthusiasts
November 12, 2002—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), national retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor gear and clothing, has the gear for every outdoor enthusiast on your holiday gift list. With expert advice online and in the stores REI helps customers select the right gear for the adventure.
REI to open new store in Durham, N.C.
November 7, 2002—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced plans today to open a new store, featuring a free-standing climbing pinnacle, in the Research Triangle area at I-40 and Fayetteville Road in Durham, N.C. in fall 2003.
REI is exclusive gear provider for Outside Online
November 6, 2002—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced it is the exclusive online outdoor gear retailer for The Away.com Network, which operates three of the Internet’s most popular content-related Web sites for outdoor enthusiasts, including the online edition of Outside Magazine.
REI and Mithun recognized for excellence in real estate redevelopment
October 31, 2002—The Urban Land Institute's (ULI) 2002 Award for Excellence was presented to Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today, recognizing the outdoor gear and clothing retailer’s Denver flagship store as an outstanding real estate development project. The award was presented at the Institute's annual fall meeting in Las Vegas.
REI moves e-business to IBM WebSphere platform
October 17, 2002—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, has standardized its e-commerce applications with IBM’s WebSphere platform, providing a faster and better performing online store for REI.com’s nationwide customers, the company announced today.
REI to open store serving Boston’s South Shore
October 9, 2002—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), national retailer of quality outdoor gear and apparel, today announced plans to operate in the open-air Derby Street Shoppes shopping mall off Route 3 in Hingham, Mass., serving more than 60,000 Boston-area REI members.
REI Adventures 17th annual catalog features more than 80 trips
October 3, 2002—REI Adventures, the full-service active travel company for Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), keeps finding new adventures after 17 years of providing locally guided trips to unique destinations all over the world.
REI plans new stores in Fairfax, Va. and Rockville, Md.
October 1, 2002—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and apparel, announced today plans to open two stores in the Washington D.C. region. Lease agreements have been signed for stores in Fairfax, Va., and the Congressional Village Shopping Center in Rockville, Md.
REI Introduces Single Layer Technology™ Gear with REI One Jacket
September 25, 2002—Thanks to new technology, this winter season outdoor enthusiasts can shed some of the layers they’ve been conditioned to wear during their outdoor pursuits. Outdoor retailer REI is introducing Single Layer Technology™ gear, an advance in active outerwear that provides the benefits of multiple layers in one garment.
REI to open new store in Sandy
September 23, 2002—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and apparel, announced today plans to open a new store in Sandy, Utah, in spring 2003.
REI and Match.com team-up to offer active adventures for singles
September 17, 2002—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced it has partnered with Match.com, a global leader in online dating, to provide REI Adventures trips (www.rei.com/travel) exclusively to Match.com members.
REI to open a new store in the Landmark Center in Boston’s downtown Fenway neighborhood
September 4, 2002—Responding to a growing community of more than 60,000 active members, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a retail cooperative selling quality outdoor gear and apparel, announced plans today to open a third store in the Boston region in spring 2003 in the 1920’s era Landmark Center building in the Fenway neighborhood.
REI Introduces New Back-To-School Bags
July 23, 2002—Just in time for back to school, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and apparel, introduces a new line of backpacks that are as practical for the hiking trail as they are for the classroom.
REI Announces Partnership with MountainZone.com
July 12, 2002—National outdoor gear and clothing retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced it will be the exclusive online gear store for MountainZone.com, the Seattle-based Web site for mountain sport enthusiasts featuring news-style content on climbing, skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking and hiking and live reporting from the athletes themselves.
REI introduces national parks pass
May 29, 2002—Just as the National Parks Service projects record-breaking summer attendance, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced that, in cooperation with the National Parks Foundation, it is selling the National Parks Pass in all 61 REI stores and at REI.com.
REI Survey: Parents believe outdoor activity strengthens family relationships
May 22, 2002—A new nationwide survey of parents of 4- to 14-year-olds by Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and apparel, found that 88 percent of parents believe participating in outdoor activities strengthens family relationships. Parents ranked camping as the number one "great outdoor family experience" (33 percent), followed by hiking (14.5 percent), bicycling (13.3 percent) and fishing (12.8 percent).
REI to open two stores south of Seattle
May 9, 2002—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and apparel, announced today plans to open two Puget Sound stores in November. Lease agreements have been signed for a store in Tacoma in the Rainier Place shopping center and in Tukwila at Southcenter.
REI to open third Atlanta store near the Mall of Georgia
May 7, 2002—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), responding to a growing base of 63,000 Atlanta-area members, today announced plans to open a store near the Mall of Georgia at State Route 20 and Mall of Georgia Boulevard in spring 2003.
REI plans new store in Portland’s Pearl District
April 9, 2002—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a store in downtown Portland’s Pearl District. The store, located at the corner of NW 14th Avenue and Kearney Street, will feature a freestanding climbing pinnacle behind a two-story glass façade.
REI Announces 2001 Vendor Partnership Awards
April 2, 2002—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the nation's leading retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced its 2001 Vendor Partnership Awards, including the selection of Cascade Designs, Inc. as REI’s Vendor Partner of the Year.
REI Announces Board Election Results
March 26, 2002—Members of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) returned incumbents Doug McCallum, Angel Rodriguez and Doug Walker to the cooperative's board of directors for three-year terms. The election results were announced at REI's annual meeting March 25.
REI Half Dome Merits Prestigious Backpacker Award
March 15, 2002—Backpacker magazine has selected the REI Half Dome Plus 2 tent for a 2002 Editors' Choice Award for demonstrating outstanding innovation in design, materials and performance. Only 10 products made the 2002 list.
Outdoor Cross Training: One of America's Fastest Growing Fitness Trends
February 19, 2002—Outdoor industry data points to Outdoor Cross Training (OXT) as one of the country.s fastest growing fitness trends. Millions of Americans are turning to OXT activities trail running, fast packing, cycling, rock climbing, skiing and snowshoeing to stay fit.
Outdoor Retailer REI Posts Strong '01 Results
February 15, 2002—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced that its 2001 sales increased more than 6 percent over 2000 results, from $698 million to $740 million.
U.S. Bank and REI Embark on a New Adventure
January 23, 2002—U.S. Bank and Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced a new business partnership, which includes the launch of a new REI Visa card that provides rebates for REI members' purchases.
REI Again Ranked Among the "100 Best Companies to Work For"
January 21, 2002—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) has been ranked today among the "100 Best Companies to Work For" by Fortune magazine for the fifth year in a row, one of only nine companies to have been included on all the magazine lists plus two book versions.
2001 Releases
Leave No Trace and REI Team Up for the Outdoors
December 3, 2001—Leave No Trace, a non-profit organization working to promote and inspire responsible outdoor recreation, announced today it will receive up to $50,000 from Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) based on the outdoor retailer's sales of gift cards and gift certificates during the holiday season.
REI Receives the CIO Web Business 50 Award™
November 30, 2001—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor gear and clothing, has won the CIO Web Business 50 Award from IDG's CIO magazine. The fifth annual CIO Web Business 50 Award honors 50 outstanding Web sites across business, government and non-profit platforms.
REI to Open Store in Santa Rosa, Calif.
November 26, 2001—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a national retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today plans to open a new store in Santa Rosa, Calif., in Spring 2002, its seventh store in the Bay Area.
REI survey finds 70 percent of Americans will turn to the outdoors this holiday season to relieve stress and lift their spirits
November 6, 2001—Outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) today announced the results of a nationwide survey showing that 70 percent of the population plans to head outdoors this holiday season, a move that nine out of 10 Americans report relieves stress and lifts their spirits.
REI Answers the Call to Open Store in Boulder, Colo.
November 2, 2001—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), the leading national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today plans to relocate its Westminster, Colo., store to Boulder, Colo. The new store is slated to open in May 2002 in the Boulder Plaza Shopping Center on 28th Street, between Canyon and Pearl streets.
REI Adventures 2002 Brings Exciting New Trips
October 23, 2001—REI Adventures is climbing higher in 2002 with several new active travel vacations joining the 75 unique trips in the 16th annual catalog, including hiking coast to coast in Ireland and a multisport adventure in Australia and Tasmania.
REI's Denver Flagship Store Earns National Preservation Award
October 18, 2001—The National Trust for Historic Preservation presented Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) the 2001 National Preservation Honor Award for its restoration of the 1901 Denver Tramway Building today at the National Preservation Conference in Providence, R.I.
REI Back to School Backpack sales drives $52,000 grant to National Audubon Society
October 11, 2001—Recreational Equipment Inc. joined with the National Audubon Society in a special partnership for environmental education for back-to-school. With every purchase of an REI daypack through Aug. 23, REI made a $5 donation to the Audubon Environmental Education Campaign. More than 10,000 daypacks were purchased—resulting in a $51,810 donation.
Recreational Equipment Inc. Survey Finds That Full Backpacks are an Indication of Kids' Busy Lives
August 20, 2001—A survey conducted for Recreational Equipment Inc., the leading retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor gear, found that the use of backpacks extend well beyond the classroom and have become a central feature of kids' busy lives.
REI Named One of the Top 50 Companies to Successfully Use the Internet to Grow Their Business By Ziff Davis Smart Business Magazine
August 7, 2001—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), the leading retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor recreation gear, today announced it has been named as one of the top 50 U.S. companies that have successfully used the Internet to expand and enhance their business by Ziff Davis SMART BUSINESS magazine. The Smart Business 50 appears in the September 2001 issue of Ziff Davis SMART BUSINESS, which is on newsstands Aug. 14 and online now at www.smartbusinessmag.com.
REI Goes Back to School With the Audubon Society
July 25, 2001—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) and the National Audubon Society are combining their efforts in support of environmental education, it was announced today. From July 25th through August 23rd, 2001, internationally known outdoor equipment retailer will donate $5 to Audubon's Environmental Education Campaign for every REI brand daypack sold.
REI Introduces "REI Class Act"—A Back-to-School Pack with Wheels
July 25, 2001—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), the leading retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor recreation gear, is introducing "REI Class Act," a new convertible daypack with wheels designed to carry books and lots of other stuff to school. The REI Class Act has been designed by REI's veteran outdoor backpack designers to give students an alternative to carrying all the weight on their shoulders.
Access Fund Awarded $105,000 Grant from Recreational Equipment Inc.
July 18, 2001—The Access Fund has been awarded a three-year $105,000 grant by Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) to fund several unique programs designed to educate, organize, and support the American climbing community.
REI.com Celebrates Fifth Anniversary and Reports Record-Breaking Sales
July 17, 2001—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today reported record breaking mid-year sales of $55 million for its direct sales division—a 55 percent increase over the same period last year and significantly ahead of projections. REI's CEO, Dennis Madsen, and REI's vice president of online and direct sales, Joan Broughton, announced the results at a company-wide celebration of REI.com's fifth anniversary.
REI Announces Great Places Grants
July 11, 2001—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the leading retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor gear, announced today $80,000 in Great Places grants to support four non-profit groups, each caring for one of America's unique landscapes for outdoor recreation.
REI opens first St. Louis store
June 28, 2001—REI will celebrate tomorrow the grand opening of its new St. Louis store—the first REI store in Missouri.
REI Announces Strategic Business Changes
June 19, 2001—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced three strategic changes to improve its competitive position and profitability, and enhance its service to customers. The actions close REI's unprofitable Japan-based retail store and web site, realign the skills and talents of its executive leadership team and reorganize its merchandising division.
Essentials for Enjoying Memorial Day Weekend
May 10, 2001—Being prepared for an outdoor getaway this Memorial Day weekend can ensure a safe, fun and enjoyable holiday.
Mithun and REI Honored With Second National AIA Top Ten Green Projects
April 17, 2001—The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and its Committee on the Environment has named the Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Denver, Colo., Flagship store one of the Top Ten Green Projects for 2001. Mithun Architects + Designers + Planners designed the renovation of a 100-year-old building.
REI Announces Vendor Partnership Awards
March 30, 2001— REI announced today its 2000 Vendor Partnership Awards, including the selection of Eagle Creek, Inc. as the REI Vendor Partner of the Year.
REI Announces Board Election Results
March 27, 2001—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) announced that incumbent board members Fran Conley, Tom Harville and Catherine Walker were re-elected to the cooperative's board of directors, and that REI members have elected Anne Farrell as a new board member. The board also appointed Joanne Harrell to a one-year term.
REI Commits to Youth with $100,000 Award
February 27, 2001—Outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) announced at its annual meeting last night a commitment exceeding $100,000 to encourage young people's participation in outdoor activities and environmental stewardship.
REI Promotes Four Store Managers to Regional Managers
March 27, 2001—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the leading retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor gear, announced today it has strengthened its retail leadership team creating new regional sales positions to be more responsive to each market.
Hyde Promoted to REI's Top Merchandising Post, Internet Veteran Broughton Assumes Leadership of REI Online
February 20, 2001—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), today announced the promotions of Matt Hyde to senior vice president of merchandising and logistics and Joan Broughton to vice president of direct sales.
REI's Online Business Reports $92 Million in 2000 Sales
February 15, 2001—REI Online, the Internet business unit of Seattle-based Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), today announced 2000 sales of $92 million, a 125 percent increase over last year's $41 million in online sales.
REI Will Move and Expand Albuquerque Store
February 8, 2001—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), the leading international retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to relocate this fall from its present location in Albuquerque, N.M., at 1905 Mountain Road NW five and half miles northeast to a larger and more convenient spot at 1550 Mercantile Street NW off I-25 near Montano Boulevard.
Mithun and REI Recognized in International Store Design Competition
January 19, 2001—Mithun Architects + Designers + Planners and Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) have received an Award of Merit from The Institute of Store Planners and VM+SD Magazine for the REI Denver Flagship store.
2000 Releases
REI ranked among the "100 Best Companies to Work For" again, and again, and again ...
December 18, 2000—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) has been ranked today among the "100 Best Companies to Work For" by Fortune magazine for the fourth year in a row.
REI Forms Unique Alliance with Bainbridge Island Environmental Center
November 7, 2000—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) In a historic first, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) has entered into an educational partnership with a unique non-profit dedicated to helping young people dig deep into science and inquiry based learning with outdoor education.
REI Builds on Clicks-and-Bricks Strategy in Japan
October 26, 2000—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) the leading international retailer and online merchant of outdoor gear and clothing, announced today that it has begun offering in-country order fulfillment for direct sales customers in Japan through a Yokohama, Japan, distribution center.
Mike Boshart Named Vice President of REI Brand Products
September 29, 2000—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) has named Mike Boshart Vice President of Brand Products. In this newly created position, Boshart will direct the design and development of REI brand products.
REI to Open New Store in Corte Madera
August 31, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the leading international retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced plans today to open a two-level, 22,000 square-foot store at the Town Center Corte Madera, in spring 2001.
REI to Open New Store in Kennewick
August 31, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the leading international retailer and online merchant of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today plans to open, in October, a 10,000 square-foot store in Kennewick, Wash., in the Highlands Center at Route 395 and Clearwater Avenue.
REI Wild! Sends Money to Wilderness Preservation Groups
August 24, 2000—Seven groups striving to protect Wilderness areas from Tumbledown Mountain in Maine to desert landscapes in Utah will gain visibility and cash support through a Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) initiative that will give each group $1 for every pair of the REI Convertible Sahara pants purchased in September at its 58 stores or online at REI.com.
REI To Open First Missouri Store
August 21, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the leading international retailer and online merchant of quality gear and clothing, has announced it will open a store in St. Louis, Mo. in spring 2001.
REI To Open New Store In Fremont, California
August 16, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the leading international retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced plans today to open a two-level, 22,000 square-foot store in Fremont, Calif., in November.
REI Names Jim Poppens Senior Vice President of Marketing
August 14, 2000—Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), the leading international retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today it has named Jim Poppens Senior Vice President of Marketing.
REI Awarded Inaugural Moving Mountains Award
August 12, 2000—A coalition of 13 outdoor recreation nonprofits today honored Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) with the first ever Moving Mountains Award. Recognizing REI's long-standing commitment and support of conservation programs, the coalition presented the award to REI President Dennis Madsen during a ceremony at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market trade show.
REI Appoints Pam Myers Vice President and General Counsel
August 3, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the leading international retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today the appointment of Pam Myers to the position of Vice President and General Counsel.
Former Office Depot and AOL Executive Joins REI.com—Joan Broughton Named Executive Site Producer
June 27, 2000—REI.com, the leading online merchant of outdoor gear and clothing, announced today the appointment of Joan Broughton as executive site producer for REI's consumer Web sites: REI.com (http://www.rei.com), REI-Outlet.com (http://www.rei-outlet.com) and REI Japan (http://www.rei.co.jp).
REI VP of Online Named Top Click and Mortar Executive
June 27, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc.'s (REI) vice president of online sales, Matt Hyde, was recognized by Internet World magazine as one of their Top 25 Click and Mortar Executives in the June 1, 2000 issue. The magazine noted that Hyde has helped turn REI "into one of the great click-and-mortar success stories."
REI to Open New Store in Missoula, Montana
June 15, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc., (REI), the leading international retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today plans to open a new 10,000 square-foot store in Missoula, specially-designed to serve western Montana climbers, campers, backpackers, hikers and outdoors people.
Forbes Ranks REI.com Top Site For Outdoor Gear
May 23, 2000—Commending the site's extensive product inventory, ease of use and depth of content, Forbes magazine has named REI.com (http://www.rei.com) the Internet's top outdoor gear and apparel site. The selections were announced in Forbes magazine's special Summer 2000 "Best of the Web" issue (http://www.forbesbest.com/asp/best.asp) and represent the latest in a series of accolades REI.com has earned since the site's launch in 1996.
Outdoor Retailer REI Opens Grand Junction, Colo. Store
May 18, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the leading national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, will open a new store in Grand Junction, Colo. tomorrow that is specially designed to serve Western Colorado climbers, campers, backpackers and hikers.
Outdoor Retailer REI Opens Troy, Mich. Store
May 18, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), the leading national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, will open an interactive style retail store in Troy, Mich. tomorrow that allows customers to rock climb and test outdoor gear, all within the store.
Historic REI Flagship Converts Steam to Muscle Power
April 28, 2000 (Denver)—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today celebrated the completion of a major renovation project that transformed a 99-year-old downtown brick power plant into a huge outdoor sporting goods store, complete with a mountain bike trail, 45-foot-tall climbing pinnacle and a cold chamber capable of temperatures exceeding 30 degrees below zero.
REI.com to Offer National Parks Pass Online
April 25, 2000—REI.com (http://www.rei.com), the Internet's biggest outdoor store, announced today that it will partner with National Park Service to offer the new National Parks Pass online and in REI's 54 stores nationwide via Internet kiosks.
Outdoor Retailer REI Opens First International Store in Tokyo
April 19, 2000—Thomas Foley, U.S. Ambassador to Japan, summited a 45-foot tall rock climbing pinnacle today in the new REI Japan Tokyo Flagship Store to help launch the first international retail store of Washington state-based Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI).
REI Leads Outdoor Retail Category with $41 Million in 1999 Online Sales
April 12, 2000—REI Online (http://www.rei.com), the Internet business unit of Seattle-based Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), today announced 1999 sales of $41 million, an increase of nearly 237 percent over 1998 sales.
REI Promotes Bob Stadshaug to Senior Vice President
April 12, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), announced today the promotion of Bob Stadshaug to senior vice president of retail.
REI Announces Great Places Grants and Election Results
April 4, 2000—REI announced today a new collection of grants aimed at protecting 10 of North America's splendid outdoor recreation places.The company also reported the results of the just completed annual board of director's election.
REI Announces Vendor Partnership Awards
March 29, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today its Vendor Partnership Awards, including its selection of Atlas Snow-Shoe Company as the 1999 Vendor Partner of the Year.
REI Names Sally Jewell Chief Operating Officer
March 29, 2000—Sally Jewell has been named chief operating officer of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), according to CEO Dennis Madsen. Jewell will leave her post as president of Washington Mutual Bank's Commercial Banking Group on April 7, 2000, to accept her new position with REI. She has been with Washington Mutual since 1996.
REI Names New Vice Presidents
March 17, 2000—REI announced today appointment of five new vice presidents. The positions were filled through the promotion of four REI employees and the addition of one new staff member.
REI Flagship Stores in Tokyo (Japan) and Denver to Include Starbucks Coffee Stores
March 8, 2000—Outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), announced today that it will open flagship stores in Tokyo (Japan) and Denver with Starbucks Coffee (Nasdaq: SBUX) locations. The REI Tokyo and Denver flagship stores will open on April 21 and 28 respectively.
REI Board Names Madsen CEO
March 3, 2000—The Board of Directors of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) today announced that Dennis Madsen, the leader of numerous recent successful and innovative company business initiatives, has been named president and CEO.
REI Announces Store Opening in Grand Junction
February 22, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today that it will open a new location in Grand Junction, Colo. this spring.
REI CEO Announces Early Retirement
February 8, 2000—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) President and CEO Wally Smith today announced his early retirement after a 35-year career with the outdoor retailer.
1999 Releases
REI Launches Fly Fishing Speciality Shop
December 7, 1999—Leading online outdoor retailer REI.com announced today the opening of a new Fly Fishing Specialty Shop, further establishing itself as the most comprehensive online source for outdoor products.
REI Named Top 100 Cooperative Business
October 28, 1999—Outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) is listed as the nation's 59th largest cooperative business in a recently published report by the National Cooperative Bank.
REI.com Fitness Specialty Shop Launches Today
October 20, 1999—Leading online outdoor retailer, REI.com, today launched a new fitness specialty shop featuring the Internet's broadest selection of fitness equipment and accessories.
Conservation Alliance Funding Helps Protect California River
October 20, 1999—With the help of three grants from the Conservation Alliance, the South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL) won a 16-year battle to permanently protect Northern California's South Yuba River by adding it to the state's Wild and Scenic River system.
Conservation Alliance Elects New President
October 13, 1999—The Conservation Alliance recently elected Rick Ridgeway of Adventure Photo & Film as the organization's new president.
REI Adventures Announces Year 2000 Excursions
September 27, 1999—To commemorate the year 2000, REI Adventures will offer four of its international excursions to Patagonia, Nepal, South China and Kilimanjaro for a reduced price of $2,000.
REI, Schwinn Announce Retail Partnership
August 11, 1999—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) and Schwinn announced a retail partnership agreement today that includes plans for Schwinn bikes and accessories to be carried in REI's cycling specialty shops nationwide.
REI Launches First Japanese Outdoor Store On the Internet
June 14,1999—REI announced it has officially launched the world's first fully-translated and localized Japanese outdoor store on the Internet.
Hollywood Celebs and Outdoorsmen Top List of Fantasy Camping Partners in REI.com Survey
June 9,1999—
Who would REI.com customers most like to take with them on a camping trip? Harrison Ford and Sandra Bullock, according to a recent online survey.
REI Begins Construction on First International Retail Store
May 17,1999—
REI announced that it has begun construction of its first international retail store near Tokyo, Japan.
REI Announces Arcadia store grand opening
April 6, 1999—
REI announced that it will open its sixth Southern California location in Arcadia, Calif., on April 16, 1999.
Conservation Alliance Announces Grants
April 6, 1999—
The Conservation Alliance, a coalition of outdoor industry businesses working to fund environmental causes,
announced five new grants totaling $140,000 to organizations working to protect lands for habitat and recreation.
REI Announces Vendor Partnership Awards
March 30, 1999—
REI announced today its Vendor Partnership Awards, including its selection of Columbia Sportswear Inc. as the 1998 overall Vendor Partner of the Year.
REI Announces Election, Sale Results
March 30, 1999—Members of REI returned incumbents Sally Jewell, Doug McCallum, Angel Rodriguez and Doug Walker to the cooperative's board of directors for three-year terms.
REI Promotes Hyde to Vice President of Online Sales
March 11, 1999—REI has promoted Matt Hyde to vice president of online sales. Hyde has managed all online efforts for REI, including building REI.com from a small Internet storefront into the biggest outdoor store on the Internet.
REI to Open Retail Store in Detroit Suburb
February 23, 1999—REI has announced it will open a store in the Detroit suburb of Troy, Mich. Scheduled to open in spring 2000, the 23,000 square foot store will be built on the corner of Big Beaver and Rochester roads just off Interstate 75.
REI to Open Retail Store in Reno
February 18, 1999—REI has announced it will open a store in Reno, Nevada. Scheduled to open in fall of 1999, the 23,000 square foot location will be built at the southwest corner of Harvard Way and Steen Drive, just south of the Plumb Lane interchange with Hwy 395.
REI to Open Retail Store in Bellingham
February 18, 1999—REI has announced plans to open a new store in Bellingham, Wash. Pending final agreement, the store will be REI's seventh in Washington State and occupy an existing location at 400 A 36th Street in the Sehome Village Shopping Center.
1998 Releases
REI Recognized As One of the Best Companies to Work for in America
December, 21 1998—For the second consecutive year, REI has been recognized by Fortune Magazine's Best Companies special report as one of 100 Best Companies to Work for in America.
REI to Open New Store in Nashville Suburb
December 17, 1998—REI will open a new store in Brentwood, Tenn., in spring 1999. With the opening of the store, REI will operate 52 retail stores nationwide. Additional 1999 store openings are also planned.
REI's Online Store issues member number 5 million
December 8, 1998—REI announced today that its online store (http://www.rei.com) has issued the consumer cooperative's five millionth membership to Sunnyside, Wash., resident Kelly Harrington.
REI.com selects Minami Michada for Japan store
November 10, 1998—REI today announced plans to open a retail store in April of 2000 in a new shopping development in Minami Machida, located southwest of the Tokyo metro area.
REI to Open Arcadia and Manhattan Beach Locations in Spring '99
October 26, 1998—REI will open a new store in Arcadia, Calif., and move its existing Carson, Calif., store to a larger location in Manhattan Beach, Calif., in spring 1999.
REI.com launches "off-price" online Outlet
July 27, 1998—Recreational Equipment, Inc.'s (REI) online store, REI.com (www.rei.com), announced today it will launch REI-Outlet.com, a second online store offering "off-price" bargains on quality gear for camping, climbing, cycling, paddling and winter sports.
REI announces plans to build Denver Flagship store
July 23, 1998—Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) announced today its plans to open a flagship store by the spring of the year 2000 in downtown Denver.
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