REI Outdoor School Philadelphia Area

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3/14/20127:00 PM EDT
  • Basic Outdoor Photo Techniques Class
  • Learn techniques that will enable you to transform would-be snapshots into striking compositions. Our instructor will cover the basics and the creative potential of depth of field and the Rule of Thirds. Photographers of all levels using film or digital cameras are encouraged to attend.
  • Marlton REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

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.
  • Conshohocken REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $40.00
  • Non Member: $60.00

12 spots available

3/21/20127:00 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.
  • Marlton REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

15 spots available

3/18/20129:00 AM EDT
  • How To Ride A Bike Class | Family
  • If you never learned to ride a bike or need to relearn the basics, this is the class for you! Our patient instructors use a series of skill-developing exercises to get you up on two wheels. You'll learn to start and stop smoothly while balancing comfortably on a bike. How to Ride a Bike class is for adults and kids 12 and older.
  • Marlton REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $45.00
  • Non Member: $65.00

12 spots available

3/31/20129:00 AM EDT
  • How To Ride A Bike Class | Family
  • If you never learned to ride a bike or need to relearn the basics, this is the class for you! Our patient instructors use a series of skill-developing exercises to get you up on two wheels. You'll learn to start and stop smoothly while balancing comfortably on a bike. How to Ride a Bike class is for adults and kids 12 and older.
  • Conshohocken REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $45.00
  • Non Member: $65.00

12 spots available

3/18/20121:00 PM EDT
  • How to Ride a Bike for Kids | Kids
  • Is your child struggling to learn how to ride their bike? Our kid-friendly instructors will help them with their first lesson (possibly the only lesson they will need)! Our fun, unique and proven instruction methods have helped hundreds of kids experience the joy of riding a bike. How to Ride a Bike for Kids is for children 4 - 11 years old.
  • Marlton REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $45.00
  • Non Member: $65.00

12 spots available

3/31/20121:00 PM EDT
  • How to Ride a Bike for Kids | Kids
  • Is your child struggling to learn how to ride their bike? Our kid-friendly instructors will help them with their first lesson (possibly the only lesson they will need)! Our fun, unique and proven instruction methods have helped hundreds of kids experience the joy of riding a bike. How to Ride a Bike for Kids is for children 4 - 11 years old.
  • Conshohocken REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $45.00
  • Non Member: $65.00

12 spots available

3/31/20121:00 PM EDT
  • How to Ride a Bike for Kids | Kids
  • Is your child struggling to learn how to ride their bike? Our kid-friendly instructors will help them with their first lesson (possibly the only lesson they will need)! Our fun, unique and proven instruction methods have helped hundreds of kids experience the joy of riding a bike. How to Ride a Bike for Kids is for children 4 - 11 years old.
  • Conshohocken REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $45.00
  • Non Member: $65.00

12 spots available

2/18/20129:00 AM EST
  • Member: $60.00
  • Non Member: $80.00

11 spots available

3/31/201211:00 AM EDT
  • Member: $60.00
  • Non Member: $80.00

12 spots available

2/25/201210:00 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.
  • Batsto Village (WSF) | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $60.00
  • Non Member: $80.00

10 spots available

3/17/20129:00 AM EDT
  • 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.
  • Conshohocken REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $60.00
  • Non Member: $80.00

12 spots available

3/11/201210:00 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.
  • Marlton REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

12 spots available

2/19/201211:00 AM EST
  • Introduction to Outdoor Photo Composition Class
  • Our REI Outdoor School instructors take you into the field to teach you how to shoot vibrant and stimulating photographs. Photographers of all levels using film or digital cameras are encouraged to attend.s Bring your camera and its owner' manual, as well as extra batteries and memory.
  • Valley Forge National Historic Park - Betzwood Parking area | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

8 spots available

3/24/201210:00 AM EDT
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

12 spots available

3/4/20129:00 AM EST
  • Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing Class | Family
  • This is your opportunity to climb outdoors with professional rock climbing instructors. We'll teach solid fundamental skills such as belaying, crack climbing and face climbing. All gear is provided. Families are welcome; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
  • Conshohocken REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $90.00
  • Non Member: $110.00

12 spots available

4/1/20129:00 AM EDT
  • Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing Class | Family
  • This is your opportunity to climb outdoors with professional rock climbing instructors. We'll teach solid fundamental skills such as belaying, crack climbing and face climbing. All gear is provided. Families are welcome; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
  • Conshohocken REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $90.00
  • Non Member: $110.00

12 spots available

2/19/201210:00 AM EST
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

12 spots available

3/10/20129:00 AM EST
  • Member: $65.00
  • Non Member: $85.00

12 spots available

2/15/20127:00 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.
  • Marlton REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

8 spots available

3/7/20127:00 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.
  • Conshohocken REI | More Info, Directions
  • Member: $30.00
  • Non Member: $50.00

14 spots available

2/25/20128:00 AM EST
  • Overnight Backpacking Class
  • Take your first backpack trip with the experts! Learn about what to bring, how to carry it, what and how to cook, how to manage water, navigation and camp skills, and much more in an intensive 2 day course. The load will be light and the trail easy, designed with beginners in mind.
  • Marlton REI | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $250.00
  • Non Member: $270.00

12 spots available

3/24/201210:00 AM EDT
  • Overnight Backpacking Class
  • Take your first backpack trip with the experts! Learn about what to bring, how to carry it, what and how to cook, how to manage water, navigation and camp skills, and much more in an intensive 2 day course. The load will be light and the trail easy, designed with beginners in mind.
  • Delaware Water Gap, NJ | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $250.00
  • Non Member: $270.00

12 spots available

3/18/201210:00 AM EDT
  • Rock Climbing Anchor Concepts Class
  • We will cover climbing gear, knots, evaluation and use of natural and fixed protection, and equalizing the forces on the anchor. This is a hands on program where you will build climbing anchors. This outing will focus on construction and assessment of anchors.
  • Ralph Stover State Park | More Info, Directions, Gear List
  • Member: $90.00
  • Non Member: $110.00

12 spots available

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