REI Outdoor School Boston and New England Area

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REI Outdoor School Classes in the Boston and New England Area

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2/11/201210:00 AM EST
  • Backcountry Cooking Class | Family
  • In this hands-on field course, REI Outdoor School instructors will teach you how to build a camp kitchen, design a menu and prepare tasty, nutritious meals. All stoves, kitchen materials and food ingredients are provided (with options for both vegetarians and meat eaters).
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Rocky Woods | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $45.00
  • Non Member: $65.00
Closed
3/10/201210:00 AM EST
  • Backcountry Cooking Class | Family
  • In this hands-on field course, REI Outdoor School instructors will teach you how to build a camp kitchen, design a menu and prepare tasty, nutritious meals. All stoves, kitchen materials and food ingredients are provided (with options for both vegetarians and meat eaters).
  • Lincoln Woods | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $45.00
  • Non Member: $65.00

12 spots available

2/25/20129:00 AM EST
  • Cross Country Ski Touring Class
  • Have you learned how to cross country ski, but aren't comfortable venturing out on your own yet? Has it been a while since you were on skis and feel a little shaky going down hills? Join us as our experienced instructors take you on a cross country ski tour thorugh varied terrain.
  • Notchview | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $85.00
  • Non Member: $105.00

12 spots available

2/16/20126:30 PM EST
  • Digital Camera Basics Class
  • Find out everything you need to know about the basic functions of your digital camera from a professional photographer. We will cover exposure settings (automatic to manual mode), metering, auto focus, use of flash, file size and type, and playing back images.
  • Hingham REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

7 spots available

2/29/20126:30 PM EST
  • Digital Camera Basics Class
  • Find out everything you need to know about the basic functions of your digital camera from a professional photographer. We will cover exposure settings (automatic to manual mode), metering, auto focus, use of flash, file size and type, and playing back images.
  • Boston REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

9 spots available

3/1/20126:30 PM EST
  • Digital Camera Basics Class
  • Find out everything you need to know about the basic functions of your digital camera from a professional photographer. We will cover exposure settings (automatic to manual mode), metering, auto focus, use of flash, file size and type, and playing back images.
  • Reading REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

11 spots available

2/18/20129:00 AM EST
  • Digital Camera Field Class
  • Take what you've learned in the classroom out into the field! This trip will explore the potential of your Digital Cameras (SLR & Compact)and let you take better photos in the outdoors. Learn about aperture, shutter speed, ISO, exposure compensation, and more!
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Worlds End | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

10 spots available

3/3/20129:00 AM EST
  • Digital Camera Field Class
  • Take what you've learned in the classroom out into the field! This trip will explore the potential of your Digital Cameras (SLR & Compact)and let you take better photos in the outdoors. Learn about aperture, shutter speed, ISO, exposure compensation, and more!
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Appleton Farms | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

12 spots available

3/3/20129:00 AM EST
  • Essential Camping Skills Class | Kids, Family
  • Our instructors will show you where to position your kitchen area, your bathroom facilities, and your tent site for maximum safety and comfort. Our goal is to teach practical camping skills for use in every situation, from car camping to long-distance backpacking.
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Rocky Woods | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $40.00
  • Non Member: $60.00

12 spots available

3/17/20129:00 AM EDT
  • Essential Camping Skills Class | Kids, Family
  • Our instructors will show you where to position your kitchen area, your bathroom facilities, and your tent site for maximum safety and comfort. Our goal is to teach practical camping skills for use in every situation, from car camping to long-distance backpacking.
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Turkey Hill | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $40.00
  • Non Member: $60.00

12 spots available

3/24/20129:00 AM EDT
  • Essential Camping Skills Class | Kids, Family
  • Our instructors will show you where to position your kitchen area, your bathroom facilities, and your tent site for maximum safety and comfort. Our goal is to teach practical camping skills for use in every situation, from car camping to long-distance backpacking.
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Rocky Woods | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $40.00
  • Non Member: $60.00

12 spots available

3/9/20126:30 PM EST
  • Member: $35.00
  • Non Member: $55.00

8 spots available

2/14/20126:30 PM EST
  • GPS Navigation Basics
  • Join an REI Outdoor School instructor as he or she leads you through the basics of GPS navigation. Learn how to use your pocket-sized navigator to pinpoint your location, mark waypoints and navigate to distant points. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it to the class. Some demo GPS units will also be available. This is an in-store class.
  • Cranston REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

10 spots available

2/21/20126:30 PM EST
  • GPS Navigation Basics
  • Join an REI Outdoor School instructor as he or she leads you through the basics of GPS navigation. Learn how to use your pocket-sized navigator to pinpoint your location, mark waypoints and navigate to distant points. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it to the class. Some demo GPS units will also be available. This is an in-store class.
  • Hingham REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

12 spots available

2/22/20126:30 PM EST
  • GPS Navigation Basics
  • Join an REI Outdoor School instructor as he or she leads you through the basics of GPS navigation. Learn how to use your pocket-sized navigator to pinpoint your location, mark waypoints and navigate to distant points. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it to the class. Some demo GPS units will also be available. This is an in-store class.
  • Boston REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

12 spots available

3/27/20126:30 PM EDT
  • GPS Navigation Basics
  • Join an REI Outdoor School instructor as he or she leads you through the basics of GPS navigation. Learn how to use your pocket-sized navigator to pinpoint your location, mark waypoints and navigate to distant points. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it to the class. Some demo GPS units will also be available. This is an in-store class.
  • Framingham REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

12 spots available

2/14/20126:30 PM EST
  • Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Food and Equipment
  • Are you considering Hiking The Appalachian Trail? Whether you are thru hiking or just taking a short weekend trip, REI Outdoor School can help you prepare for your next trip on the Appalachian Trail. In this class, we will discuss details of food and equipment selection, including picking the right clothing/layers, and gear details.
  • Framingham REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $20.00
  • Non Member: $40.00

5 spots available

2/23/20126:30 PM EST
  • Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Food and Equipment
  • Are you considering Hiking The Appalachian Trail? Whether you are thru hiking or just taking a short weekend trip, REI Outdoor School can help you prepare for your next trip on the Appalachian Trail. In this class, we will discuss details of food and equipment selection, including picking the right clothing/layers, and gear details.
  • Reading REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $20.00
  • Non Member: $40.00

12 spots available

3/20/20126:30 PM EDT
  • Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Food and Equipment
  • Are you considering Hiking The Appalachian Trail? Whether you are thru hiking or just taking a short weekend trip, REI Outdoor School can help you prepare for your next trip on the Appalachian Trail. In this class, we will discuss details of food and equipment selection, including picking the right clothing/layers, and gear details.
  • Reading REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $20.00
  • Non Member: $40.00

9 spots available

3/26/20126:30 PM EDT
  • Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Food and Equipment
  • Are you considering Hiking The Appalachian Trail? Whether you are thru hiking or just taking a short weekend trip, REI Outdoor School can help you prepare for your next trip on the Appalachian Trail. In this class, we will discuss details of food and equipment selection, including picking the right clothing/layers, and gear details.
  • Framingham REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $20.00
  • Non Member: $40.00

12 spots available

2/16/20126:30 PM EST
  • Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Trip Planning
  • Come learn the basics of what you will need to know to get started hiking the Appalachian Trail. This in-store class will give you a solid foundation to get you started planning everything from a short hike to a long backpacking trip. This course helps start you on a journey of a lifetime.
  • Reading REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $20.00
  • Non Member: $40.00

12 spots available

3/12/20126:30 PM EDT
  • Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Trip Planning
  • Come learn the basics of what you will need to know to get started hiking the Appalachian Trail. This in-store class will give you a solid foundation to get you started planning everything from a short hike to a long backpacking trip. This course helps start you on a journey of a lifetime.
  • Reading REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $20.00
  • Non Member: $40.00

11 spots available

3/19/20126:30 PM EDT
  • Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Trip Planning
  • Come learn the basics of what you will need to know to get started hiking the Appalachian Trail. This in-store class will give you a solid foundation to get you started planning everything from a short hike to a long backpacking trip. This course helps start you on a journey of a lifetime.
  • Framingham REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $20.00
  • Non Member: $40.00

11 spots available

2/18/20129:00 AM EST
  • Introduction to Cross Country Skiing Class
  • Our REI instructors will take you out and show you the basics of starting, stopping, turning and gliding across the snow on cross-country skis. After our skill-building session, we'll go out on the trail to practice our new found skills and discover a great way to get outside in the winter!
  • Weston Ski Track | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

9 spots available

2/25/20129:00 AM EST
  • Introduction to GPS Navigation Class
  • Head out into the field for a day of hands-on GPS navigation training. You'll learn how to enter waypoints, use the tracklog on your GPS, and transfer information between the unit and your map. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it.
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Rocky Woods | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $60.00
  • Non Member: $80.00

9 spots available

3/31/20129:00 AM EDT
  • Introduction to GPS Navigation Class
  • Head out into the field for a day of hands-on GPS navigation training. You'll learn how to enter waypoints, use the tracklog on your GPS, and transfer information between the unit and your map. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it.
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Rocky Woods | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $60.00
  • Non Member: $80.00

12 spots available

3/24/20129:00 AM EDT
  • Introduction to Geocaching Class | Family
  • Young and old alike can enjoy this modern-day game of hide and seek using GPS coordinates for clues. While we are finding geocaches in a local park, we'll learn how to use a GPS unit, including creating waypoints, plotting a course and transferring route information from a map to a GPS.
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Weir River Farm | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $60.00
  • Non Member: $80.00

12 spots available

3/10/20129:00 AM EST
  • Introduction to Map & Compass Class
  • On this course You'll learn to read map contour lines and translate them to the actual terrain. With your compass we'll teach you about magnetic north, true north and declination. Then we'll put it all together to pinpoint your location and plan your route.
  • The Trustees of Reservations - Rocky Woods | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $60.00
  • Non Member: $80.00

12 spots available

3/24/20129:00 AM EDT
  • Introduction to Mountain Biking Class
  • On easy terrain, our instructors teach basic techniques such as shifting, braking, ascending, descending and maneuvering obstacles. Novara mountain bikes are provided free for those without a bike. Recommended for ages 14 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
  • Lincoln Woods | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

8 spots available

3/31/20129:00 AM EDT
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

10 spots available

2/11/20129:00 AM EST
  • Member: $70.00
  • Non Member: $90.00
Closed
2/18/20129:00 AM EST
  • Member: $70.00
  • Non Member: $90.00

1 spot available

2/25/20129:00 AM EST
  • Member: $70.00
  • Non Member: $90.00

5 spots available

3/3/20129:00 AM EST
  • Member: $70.00
  • Non Member: $90.00

11 spots available

2/11/20129:00 AM EST
  • Introduction to Winter Camping | Winter
  • Winter adds a unique challenge to any camping or backpacking trip. Join the REI Outdoor School instructors for this day-trip to learn how to make a comfortable campsite in the winter. We'll set up a model campsite to teach practical winter camping skills for use in every cold weather situation, from car camping to long-distance backpacking.
  • Lincoln Woods | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $45.00
  • Non Member: $65.00
Closed
2/23/20126:30 PM EST
  • Map and Compass Navigation Basics
  • Come learn basic navigation skills using map and compass to find your way. In this in-store class you'll learn the parts of a compass, how to read a topographic map and how to use them in tandem. You'll learn how to pinpoint your location through triangulation and then navigate to new locations by following a bearing.
  • Framingham REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

class full

3/5/20126:30 PM EST
  • Map and Compass Navigation Basics
  • Come learn basic navigation skills using map and compass to find your way. In this in-store class you'll learn the parts of a compass, how to read a topographic map and how to use them in tandem. You'll learn how to pinpoint your location through triangulation and then navigate to new locations by following a bearing.
  • Cranston REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

12 spots available

3/8/20126:30 PM EST
  • Map and Compass Navigation Basics
  • Come learn basic navigation skills using map and compass to find your way. In this in-store class you'll learn the parts of a compass, how to read a topographic map and how to use them in tandem. You'll learn how to pinpoint your location through triangulation and then navigate to new locations by following a bearing.
  • Reading REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

11 spots available

3/20/20126:30 PM EDT
  • Map and Compass Navigation Basics
  • Come learn basic navigation skills using map and compass to find your way. In this in-store class you'll learn the parts of a compass, how to read a topographic map and how to use them in tandem. You'll learn how to pinpoint your location through triangulation and then navigate to new locations by following a bearing.
  • Boston REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

12 spots available

3/17/20125:30 PM EDT
  • Rock Climbing Self Rescue Class
  • Join our REI rock climbing instructors to learn self-rescue skills no climber should be without. Learn how to get yourself out of tricky situations and also offer help to others when assistance is unavailable. This class discusses belay escape methods and ascending to an injured climber.
  • Framingham REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $40.00
  • Non Member: $60.00

8 spots available

3/15/20126:30 PM EDT
  • Sea Kayak Navigation and Trip Planning Class
  • Learn the basics of kayak navigation to help plan your next trip. Our professional REI Outdoor School instructor will teach you how to read nautical charts, use tides to your advantage, navigate around other boat traffic and show you the equipment you need to have a successful kayak trip.
  • Cranston REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $20.00
  • Non Member: $40.00

12 spots available

3/17/20129:00 AM EDT
  • Member: $200.00
  • Non Member: $220.00

17 spots available

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