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Weekend Getaways

Selected by National Geographic Adventure as one of the top 25 new outfitted adventure travel trips of 2006, Weekend Getaways allow you to experience the great outdoors, polish your skills (or learn some new ones) and meet other fun outdoor enthusiasts—all without taking a lot of time off or breaking your bank account.

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Weekend Getaways

Mid-Atlantic

Maryland Days Trip Price Activity Level
Annapolis Kayaking Annapolis Kayaking
• Flat Water Kayaking
2 $385
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Paddle historic Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay on this weekend adventure featuring the beautiful lighthouses and historic treasures of the Western Shore.  View Details

Washington D.C. Kayaking Washington D.C. Kayaking
• Moving Water & Mild Whitewater Kayaking
2 $385
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What better way can one imagine to experience the bridges, historic sites, monuments, memorials, and natural beauty of the wilderness in and around our Nation's Capitol than by kayak?  View Details

Virginia Days Trip Price Activity Level
Basic Rock Climbing Northern Virginia Basic Rock Climbing Northern Virginia
• Rock Climbing
3 $315
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Crescent Rocks and Elizabeth Furnace are the perfect places for beginners to learn the fundamentals of rock climbing. Our introductory course will focus on the essential basics: equipment use, rope handling and movement on the rock. All meals, tent camping, technical equipment and instruction are provided.  View Details


Northeast

New Hampshire Days Trip Price Activity Level
Appalachian Trail Hut to Hut Hiking Appalachian Trail Hut to Hut Hiking
• Hiking
4 $415
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New for 2008. Journey through the dramatic high peaks of New Hampshire's White Mountains on our guided hut-to-hut hikes. Most of our days will be spent following sections of the famed Appalachian Trail and other classic routes, and fall departures feature spectacular color.  View Details

Basic Rock Climbing Rumney Rocks Basic Rock Climbing Rumney Rocks
• Rock Climbing
3 $425
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Rumney Rocks, widely considered the best sport climbing area in New England, is also the perfect place for beginners to learn the fundamentals of rock climbing. Our introductory course will focus on teaching basic skills, equipment terminology, rope handling, belaying, knots, and movement on the rock, including proper footwork and hand placements.  View Details

Ice Climbing Basics-New Hampshire Ice Climbing Basics 3 $425 Activity Level
• Ice Climbing  More Info Levels Explained

New England winters create the perfect conditions for world-class ice climbs in the idyllic White Mountains of New Hampshire. Learn the basics of this exciting sport from experienced guides with all the necessary technical equipment. View Details

Mount Washington Winter Climb-New Hampshire Mount Washington Winter Climb 2 or 3 $425 Activity Level
• Winter Mountaineering  More Info Levels Explained

Join REI Adventures for a challenging winter ascent of New Hampshire’s legendary peak. Choose from two itineraries: our Classic Winter Climb, featuring a skills day and attempt at a neighboring summit, or try our new Mt. Washington Observatory Overnight and spend the night on New England’s most iconic summit! View Details

White Mountains Multisport White Mountains Multisport
• Photography • Hiking • Biking
• Kayaking/Canoeing
3 $565
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Visit the best places to view and photograph spectacular fall colors in the White Mountains of New Hampshire on foot, by bike, and by boat on this great autumn multisport adventure. View Details

White Mountains Hut-to-Hut Snowshoe White Mountains Hut-to-Hut Snowshoe 3 $280 Activity Level
• Snowshoeing More Info Levels Explained

New for 2008. This hut-to-hut snowshoeing getaway in New Hampshire's White Mountains will take you on an exceptional loop from picturesque Crawford Notch to the remote, snow-covered Zealand Valley and back.  View Details

Vermont Days Trip Price Activity Level
Moosalamoo Inn to Inn Hiking Moosalamoo Inn to Inn Hiking
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4 $865
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Hiking from one charming country inn to the next is a perfect way to experience the Moosalamoo region of Vermont's Green Mountain National Forest, recognized by National Geographic for its outstanding local heritage, nature conservation and tourism stewardship.  View Details

Vermont Inn to Inn Cycling Vermont Inn to Inn Cycling
• Cycling
4 $845
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Experience the classic pastoral charm, fine country inns, gourmet dining and breathtaking mountain vistas of Otter Creek Valley on this outstanding cycling tour of rural Vermont. View Details

Vermont Winter Inn to Inn Vermont Winter Inn to Inn 4 $865 Activity Level
• Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoeing,
or Hiking 
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Snowshoeing or cross-country skiing from one charming country inn to the next is a wonderful way to experience this beautiful destination after the crowds have gone. In the evenings we enjoy the warm hospitality and hearty meals at two authentic inns. View Details


Northwest

Canada Days Trip Price Activity Level
Whistler Ski or Snowboard Weekend Whistler Ski/Snowboard Weekend
• Skiing or Snowboarding
3 Varies
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REI members receive $25 off per person on selected 3-day/2-night ski/snowboard weekend packages at Whistler/Blackcomb, Canada. Departs from Seattle.  View Details

Washington Days Trip Price Activity Level
Mount Rainier Classic Hikes Mount Rainier Classic Hikes
• Hiking
3 $450
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Our experienced guides show you the best day-hiking routes at the foot of this iconic Cascade volcano, featuring sweeping views of the surrounding mountain ranges, waterfalls, wildlife and alpine meadows. Enjoy a weekend of classic hikes and comfortable camping in this wonderful national park!  View Details

Olympic Wilderness Coast Adventure Olympic Wilderness Coast Adventure
• Kayaking • Hiking
3 $520
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Featuring some of the most breathtaking wilderness coastline in the world, Olympic National Park is a perfect place for beginning backpackers to get their "feet wet." A relaxed kayak tour on Ozette Lake is followed by a 2-day backpack of the Ozette Loop, one of the most stunning and accessible routes on the coast.  View Details

San Juan Islands Kayaking Weekend San Juan Islands Kayaking Weekend
• Kayaking
3 $555
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This three-day sea kayaking adventure features secluded, picturesque camping and world class paddling among the wonders of the San Juan National Wildlife Refuge. When conditions permit, we'll also visit the premier destination in the lower 48 for paddling among orca whales.  View Details


Rocky Mountains

Wyoming Days Trip Price Activity Level
Yellowstone Backpack Yellowstone Backpack
• Backpacking
4 $580
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Explore the wonders of the world's first National Park with a fun, safe and experienced naturalist guide. Yellowstone National Park is so vast that we visit different sections of the park during each section's own special prime season.  View Details


Southeast

North Carolina Days Trip Price Activity Level
Barrier Islands Kayaking Barrier Islands Kayaking
• Sea kayaking
4 $685
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Explore renowned Cape Lookout National Seashore and its islands by kayak on this weekend getaway to one of the East Coast's premier paddling destinations. We'll enjoy beach hikes with opportunities for viewing wildlife, and feast on local delicacies prepared by our guides.  View Details

Basic Rock Climbing North Carolina Basic Rock Climbing North Carolina
• Rock Climbing
3 $355
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On this introductory course we spend time at two climbing areas in Pisgah National Forest learning rope handling, knots and belaying as well as lots of practice on the rock.  View Details

Blue Ridge Parkway Cycling Blue Ridge Parkway Cycling
• Cycling
4 $990
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Our tour of the Blue Ridge Parkway provides the new bicycle tourist or those with limited free time an opportunity to sample one of the best areas in the country for cycling.  View Details

Tennessee Days Trip Price Activity Level
Great Smoky Mountains Backpack Great Smoky Mountains Backpack
• Backpacking
4 $625
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The Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains offers fantastic hiking and expansive mountain views. We backpack from one primitive shelter to the next on this short section of a classic route to experience a taste of the Appalachian Trail thru-hiker life.  View Details

Natchez Trace Parkway Cycling Natchez Trace Parkway Cycling
• Cycling
4 $945
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Join us on a unique cultural, historic and scenic cycle tour of Tennessee's Natchez Trace Parkway, ranked among the top 10 bike rides in the U.S.  View Details


Southwest

Arizona Days Trip Price Activity Level
Grand Canyon Backpack Grand Canyon Backpack
• Backpacking
4 $615
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To experience the sheer magnitude and quiet vastness of the Grand Canyon, one must travel by foot through the backcountry. Our small-group journey deep into the heart of the canyon takes us on a challenging and stunning loop from Yaki Point to Grandview along the magnificent Tonto Platform.  View Details


West Coast

California Days Trip Price Activity Level
oshua Tree Backcountry Climbing Joshua Tree Backcountry Climbing
• Backpacking • Rock Climbing
3 $530
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New for 2008. Marvel at the exposed granite monoliths and rugged mountains of twisted rock in the surreal Joshua Tree backcountry, then rope up and climb them! This one-of-a-kind backcountry climbing getaway in Joshua Tree National Park is as unique and inspiring as the landscape itself.  View Details

Loon Lake Kayaking Loon Lake Kayaking
• Flat Water Kayaking
3 $365
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Loon Lake in the Desolation Wilderness of the Sierras is a perfect place to kayak. We'll explore the many small islands and scenic shoreline. No paddling experience is necessary.  View Details

Mono Lake Kayaking Mono Lake Kayaking
• Flat Water Kayaking
3 $380
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Spend a weekend exploring the wonders of salty Mono Lake and one of the nearby freshwater lakes from the comfort and quiet of your own sea kayak. We paddle between the spectacular Tufas and view up close the amazing abundance of birds and wildlife. No paddling experience is necessary.  View Details

Mt. Shasta Climb Mt. Shasta Climb
• Mountaineering
3 $550
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At 14,162 feet, Mt. Shasta is the second highest volcanic peak in the lower 48 states. REI Adventures features two routes, each one during the appropriate season, in order to accommodate climbers' goals and schedules.  View Details

Mt. Whitney Summit Climb Mt. Whitney Summit Climb
• Mountaineering
4 $675
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Learn the basics of alpine climbing on a guided climb of Mt. Whitney via the mountaineer's route. This is a classic alpine route involving rock scrambling, cross-country hiking and a short bit of roped climbing. This is a great trip for both the intermediate backpacker and the beginning/intermediate mountaineer.  View Details

River Rafting with O.A.R.S. River Rafting with O.A.R.S.
• Rafting
˝ to 4+ Varies
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Whitewater Rafting and Float Trips. Discover the thrill of whitewater on a California river! REI Adventures and Outdoor Adventure River Specialists (O.A.R.S.) bring you over fifteen itineraries on nine different rivers from half-day floats to weekend and longer trips.  View Details

Sequoia Classic Backpack Sequoia Classic Backpack
• Backpacking
3 $590
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Among the greatest icons of American wilderness are the awe-inspiring giant sequoia trees. As no camera can ever hope to capture the grandeur of even a single one of these ancient giants, our Sequoia Classic Backpack is a great way for backpackers to experience this amazing place, as we travel above, below and through the giant sequoia groves.  View Details

Sequoia Winter Mountaineering-California Sequoia Winter Mountaineering 3 $645 Activity Level
• Winter Camping Skills • Mountaineering  More Info Levels Explained

Venture into Sequoia National Park after the crowds have gone and develop foundational winter camping, backcountry skiing and mountaineering skills on this winter weekend getaway. View Details

Sierra Day Hikes - 3 Day Sierra Day Hikes – 3 Day
• Hiking
3 $320
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Carrying only a daypack and lunch we'll explore the varied backcountry terrain of the Tahoe National Forest on this weekend getaway. We'll hike off trail across open granite basins dotted with alpine lakes and walk a ridgetop trail perched on the backbone of the Sierra Crest.  View Details

Sierra Day Hikes-4 Day Sierra Day Hikes – 4 Day
• Hiking
4 $430
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Hiking through fern-carpeted cedar forests carrying only a daypack and a lunch, we explore the "quiet side" of Tahoe on the hidden trails of Tahoe National Forest. At night, we'll relax at our private, 160-acre REI Adventures Eagle Lakes camp, located on the Wild and Scenic South Yuba River.  View Details

Tahoe Family Adventure Tahoe Family Adventure
• Hiking
4 $430
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Explore the "quiet side" of Tahoe as we hike the hidden trails of the Tahoe National Forest on this getaway designed specifically for families with children ages 8-15.  View Details

Yosemite Backpack Yosemite Backpack
• Backpacking
4 $535
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Learn the basics of backpacking in this introductory course. While enjoying the beauty of the Yosemite backcountry, learn route finding using map and compass, establishing a camp while employing minimal impact practices, the basics of packing light, outdoor cookery and menu planning, natural history and personal care.  View Details

Yosemite Snowshoe Yosemite Snowshoe
• Snowshoeing
3 $745
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Winter is a fabulous time to visit Yosemite National Park. The crowds are gone, the wildlife is more prevalent, the lighting is spectacular, and the only sound you’ll hear is the falling snow. This snowshoe trip is perfect for the beginner or intermediate snowshoe enthusiast.  View Details




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