REI Fairfax

REI Fairfax provides outdoor enthusiasts in the Fairfax, Virginia area with top-brand gear and clothing for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, hiking, paddling and more. We’re a complete Fairfax area bike shop, offering a full range of professional bike shop services to help keep you biking the streets and trails year-round. 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, from a quick visit to Great Falls Park to a multiday backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail.

Where to find us

Address:

11950 Grand Commons Ave
Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone: (571) 522-6568
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GPS Coordinates

38° 51.5' N
77° 21.483' W

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Normal Hours

M - F 10 am - 9 pm
Sat 10 am - 9 pm
Sun 11 am - 6 pm

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Classes and Events

	Date / Time	Classes and Events	Price	Register
1	2/18/20129:00 AM - 1:30 PM EST	Appalachian Trail Training Hikes Planning an Appalachian Trail thru-hike or other long-distance backpacking trip? Join our instructors for an informative training hike to get in shape for your upcoming adventure. Learn efficient hiking techniques and backpacking skills on moderate to strenuous trail conditions. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions, Gear List	Member: $30.00 Non Member: $50.00	register Spots left: 4 Total spots: 12
1	2/5/201210:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST	Backcountry Cooking Class 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). Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions, Gear List	Member: $45.00 Non Member: $65.00	register Spots left: 9 Total spots: 12
1	2/24/20127:00 - 8:30 PM EST	Becoming Odyssa - An Appalachian Trail Book Tour Meet author and 2011 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, Jennifer Pharr Davis, who will discuss her book "Becoming Odyssa," recounting her first thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 20 Total spots: 35
1	2/4/20129:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST	Essential Camping Skills Class 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. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions, Gear List	Member: $40.00 Non Member: $60.00	Cancelled
1	3/15/20127:00 - 10:00 PM EDT	Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time See the first full-length, high-definition documentary film ever made about legendary conservationist Aldo Leopold and his environmental legacy! Sponsored by Northern Virginia Conservation Trust. Location: George Mason University \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/31/201210:00 AM - 4:00 PM 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. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions, Gear List	Member: $60.00 Non Member: $80.00	register Spots left: 12 Total spots: 12
1	3/25/20129:00 AM - 3:00 PM 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. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions, Gear List	Member: $60.00 Non Member: $80.00	register Spots left: 12 Total spots: 12
1	3/22/20126:30 - 8:30 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. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $30.00 Non Member: $50.00	register Spots left: 20 Total spots: 20
1	2/21/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	Paddling the Salmon River Descending through narrow canyons in the largest, most remote wilderness area in the lower 48, the Middle Fork of Idaho's Salmon River is one of the wildest, most pristine waterways on the continent. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 26 Total spots: 30
1	2/25/201210:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST	Patuxent River 10K Put on your running shoes for Quantico Orienteering Club's 2nd Annual Patuxent River Trail 10K run, and support a variety of conservation projects and the U.S. National Orienteering teams. Location: Patuxent River Park \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	3/4/201210:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST	REI Members-Only Attic Sale Now is a great time to join the Co-op! REI members enjoy incredible discounts on high quality used gear and outdoor apparel. Come early for the best deals. Ticket distribution at Fairfax begins 8 am. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/10/201210:30 AM - 12:00 PM EST	Talkin' Trash with The Alice Ferguson Foundation Help solve the serious trash problem clogging our waterways and harming wildlife in our watershed. Organizers from Potomac River Watershed Cleanup will get you up to speed on solutions at hand. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 30 Total spots: 30
1	2/18/201210:30 AM - 12:00 PM EST	The Philmont Class If you are a Boy Scout, Venturer or a Scout Leader, this class is a great resource. Our experienced staff member will guide you through gear choices, and answer questions about Philmont. Location: Fairfax 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: 30
1	2/10/20127:00 - 8:30 PM EST	The Wild World of Adventure Racing Caution! Adventure Racing may cause uncontrollable excitement, laughter, and tears. The mix of mountain biking, trail running, and paddling, plus navigation makes for a great outdoor adventure. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 7 Total spots: 30
1	3/8/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	Trekking the European Alps Mt. Blanc, Chamonix, and Zermatt conjure up images of the majestic Alps or villages of Europe and some of the classic hikes of the world. REI member Bob Melchior will take you on a multimedia journey. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 39 Total spots: 40
1	3/1/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	Triathlon Training Fins Wheels Feet Racing, a non-profit triathlon company, will be here to offer an introduction into this multi-sport. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 21 Total spots: 30
1	2/7/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	U.S. Peace Corps Expand your horizons. U.S. Peace Corps will be here to discuss current projects and what it takes to become a Peace Corps Volunteer. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 33 Total spots: 40
1	2/16/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	Winter Camping Don't let cold weather put the brakes on your camping season! It's easy if you are prepared and how to stay warm. Location: Fairfax REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 18 Total spots: 30