Through REI's year-round Outdoor School we hope to educate and inspire others for a lifetime of outdoor adventure. The program educates our members and customers interested in learning a new activity or improving existing skills. Currently offered in 23 REI stores in the San Francisco Bay-area, Sacramento, Boston, Philadelphia and Washington DC-area, we will expand the day-long program in the coming year to additional cities.

REI Outdoor School classes and outings vary from store to store, and include activities such as hiking, backpacking, road cycling, mountain biking, kayaking, outdoor photography, camp cooking, map and compass navigation, GPS navigation and rock climbing. Family-friendly, pet-friendly and women's-specific offerings are also available.

REI members enjoy a discount on the costs associated with participating in Outdoor School classes or outings.

In 2006, 4,651 individuals participated in REI Outdoor School activities. For more information on REI Outdoor School offerings, visit rei.com/outdoorschool.