REI Bloomington

REI Bloomington has been providing outdoor enthusiasts in the Bloomington, Minnesota, area with top-brand gear and clothing for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, paddling, hiking and more since 1977. We’re a complete Bloomington area bike shop, offering a full range of professional bike shop services to help keep you biking the streets and trails year-round. Our ski & snowboard shop services will get your gear tuned up for the slopes. Looking to try a new activity before you buy? We offer a wide selection of outdoor rental equipment. Come let our staff of friendly experts help you get ready for your next adventure.

Where to find us

Address:

750 W American Blvd
Bloomington, MN 55420
Phone: (952) 884-4315
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GPS Coordinates

44° 51.6' N
93° 17.333' W

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Normal Hours

M - F 10 am - 9 pm
Sat 9 am - 9 pm
Sun 10 am - 6 pm

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Classes and Events

	Date / Time	Classes and Events	Price	Register
1	3/21/20126:30 - 7:30 PM CDT	An Illustration Tour of Yellowstone National Park The presentation by John Anderson of the MN Nature Photography Club will provide information about the "what, where and when" of photographing in Yellowstone National Park. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	4/4/20126:30 - 7:30 PM CDT	Backpacking Basics REI will take the mystery out of Backpacking as we share our knowledge in this show and tell session. We will cover backpacking essentials: choosing a pack; selecting proper clothing; and the right footwear; and understanding the basic gear you need to reach your destination. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 50 Total spots: 50
1	2/18/201210:00 - 11:00 AM CST	Big City Mountaineers Information Session Interested in the outdoors? Do you like teens? Volunteer on a wilderness canoe trip to the Boundary Waters or climb a mountain to raise funds for BCM's expeditions. Join us to learn more. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 49 Total spots: 50
1	3/29/20126:30 - 8:00 PM CDT	Bike Maintenance Basics If you ride a bicycle, then you need this class! This class is an informative presentation that will teach you how to lube a chain, fix a flat tire in record time, and make other minor adjustments to your bicycle. No experience necessary! Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 50 Total spots: 50
1	3/5/20126:30 - 7:30 PM CST	Boundary Waters Trip Planning A jam-packed session on planning and preparing your own BWCAW adventure with trip-tested ideas and suggestions from an experienced REI staff member. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	Class Full add to waitlist Please fill in your contact information to be notified if a space becomes available. You may then register and pay for the class. You will not be charged while on the wait list. Spots left: 0 Total spots: 50
1	2/22/20126:30 - 7:30 PM CST	Citizen Assisted Lake Monitoring Program Info Night Are you looking for a new volunteer opportunity? And, do you enjoy being on a lake? Come and learn about the Citizen Assisted lake Monitoring Program. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 43 Total spots: 50
1	2/13/20126:30 - 7:30 PM CST	Cross Country Skiing Basics Free your heel and your mind will follow. Join REI as we share information and tips for getting into cross-country skiing. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 34 Total spots: 50
1	2/22/20126:00 - 9:00 PM CST	Family Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle REI offers an introductory climbing class taught by a certified Vertical Endeavors instructor. Minimum height for climbing is 42 inches. A parent must participate for children under 14 to attend. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $20.00 Non Member: $30.00	register Spots left: 10 Total spots: 12
1	3/28/20126:00 - 9:00 PM CDT	Family Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle REI offers an introductory climbing class taught by a certified Vertical Endeavors instructor. Minimum height for climbing is 42 inches. A parent must participate for children under 14 to attend. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $30.00 Non Member: $20.00	register Spots left: 12 Total spots: 12
1	3/12/20126:30 - 7:30 PM CDT	GPS Basics Anyone who spends time in the outdoors should understand this handheld navigation system. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 33 Total spots: 40
1	2/21/20126:00 - 8:30 PM CST	Green Fire Film Screening & Panel Discussion See Green Fire, a new documentary film about legendary conservationist Aldo Leopold & his environmental legacy. Panel will apply Leopold's Land Ethic to modern-day agriculture, food systems & society. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $10.00 Non Member: $10.00	register Spots left: 68 Total spots: 100
1	3/18/20123:00 - 5:00 PM CDT	Hi Ho! Hi Ho! It's Bike to Work We Go Long time Twin Cities Bicycling Club member, Gordon Fink, will talk about the fun, fear and follies of bicycle commuting. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 72 Total spots: 75
1	3/10/20123:00 - 5:00 PM CST	How to Make Bicycling Work for You and Your City Come and update yourself with what our cities have done and will do this year to change bicycle transportation. Twin Cities Bicycling Club presents Steve Clark of Transit for Livable Communities. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 100 Total spots: 100
1	3/24/201212:00 - 3:30 PM CDT	Hyland Park Orienteering Event A fun event with a series of classes and short courses for beginner, intermediate and advanced participants to learn and practice the lifetime skill of orienteering. Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve in Bloomington \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/20/20127:00 - 8:30 PM CST	Inland Sea Kayakers: Outdoor Meals Join this local club to learn about how they prepare food outdoors. They'll cover three different approaches to how they prepare meals while out on trail. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/20/20126:30 - 7:30 PM CDT	Lightweight Backpacking Basics Do you want to try backpacking but worry about carrying a heavy pack? Or, are you a backpacker who wants to lighten your load? An REI backpacking expert will provide excellent tips on lightweight backpacking techniques. Included are shelters, backpacks, food choices, and fuel efficiency. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 50 Total spots: 50
1	2/15/20126:30 - 7:30 PM CST	MN Nature Photographers: Kenya Presentation Join the MN Nature Photography Club to see outstanding images from Kenya. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	2/25/2012 - 2/26/201210:00 AM CST	Minnesota River Winter Camping Event Spend a night along the frozen Minnesota River. Explore a variety of winter camping techniques from the past to the present with experienced guides. Location: The Landing Park - 2187 Highway 101 East Shakopee, MN 55379 \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/25/20129:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST	Nature Photo Seminars Interested in getting in to nature photography or fine tuning your photography skills? Check out these two seminars - Digital Photography Basics and Vision in Nature Photography. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/15/20126:00 - 9:00 PM CST	Open Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle REI offers an introductory climbing class taught by a certified Vertical Endeavors instructor. Must be 14 years or over for this class. Minimum class size is three participants. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $20.00 Non Member: $30.00	register Spots left: 10 Total spots: 12
1	3/21/20126:00 - 9:00 PM CDT	Open Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle REI offers an introductory climbing class taught by a certified Vertical Endeavors instructor. Must be 14 years or over for this class. Minimum class size is three participants. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $30.00 Non Member: $20.00	register Spots left: 12 Total spots: 12
1	4/4/20126:00 - 9:00 PM CDT	Open Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle REI offers an introductory climbing class taught by a certified Vertical Endeavors instructor. Must be 14 years or over for this class. Minimum class size is three participants. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $30.00 Non Member: $20.00	register Spots left: 12 Total spots: 12
1	3/7/20126:00 - 9:00 PM CST	Open Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle REI offers an introductory climbing class taught by a certified Vertical Endeavors instructor. Must be 14 years or over for this class. Minimum class size is three participants. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $30.00 Non Member: $20.00	register Spots left: 12 Total spots: 12
1	3/8/20127:00 - 8:00 PM CST	Orienteering Basics Map and compass skills are essential for wilderness travelers, adventure racers and outdoor enthusiasts. Join the Minnesota Orienteering Club to learn about compass use and how to orient a map. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 43 Total spots: 50
1	2/23/20127:00 - 8:30 PM CST	Safe and Active Bicycling as You Age Aging is inevitable; growing old is optional. The Twin Cities Bicycling Club will host Ann Strong to talk about how to continue safe bicycling as you age. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 31 Total spots: 90
1	2/27/20126:30 - 7:30 PM CST	Skijoring Basics ski-jor-ing: a winter sport in which a person wearing skis is drawn over snow by one or more dogs. Skijoring is a winter sport combining cross-country skiing with dog mushing. Join us to learn about the sport, equipment, local opportunities and what it takes to get started. Dogs not permitted. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 37 Total spots: 50
1	3/15/20126:00 - 7:00 PM CDT	Team Challenge Half Marathon Training Program Presentation Join this amazing event taking place this year in California Wine Country! Team Challenge is the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's endurance training and fundraising program. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	3/14/20126:00 - 9:00 PM CDT	Women's Specific Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle REI offers an introductory women's specific climbing class taught by a certified Vertical Endeavors instructor. Women Only. Must be 14 years or over for this class. Minimum class size is three. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $30.00 Non Member: $20.00	register Spots left: 12 Total spots: 12
1	3/22/20127:00 - 8:15 PM CDT	Women's Specific Triathlon Basics If you are aiming for your first tri or could use a few more tips this class is for you. YWCA staff will go over all aspects of doing a triathlon. Location: Bloomington REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 48 Total spots: 50