REI Anchorage

REI Anchorage provides outdoor enthusiasts in the Anchorage, Alaska area with top-brand gear and clothing for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, hiking, paddling, skiing, snowboarding and more. We're a complete Anchorage 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:

  • 1200 W Northern Lights Blvd Ste A
  • Anchorage, AK 99503
  • Phone:(907) 272-4565

GPS Coordinates:

  • 61° 11.783' N
  • 149° 54.216' W
  • WGS84

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Normal Hours

  • Mon - Fri  10 am - 8 pm
  • Sat  10 am - 7 pm
  • Sun  10 am - 6 pm
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REI OUTDOOR SCHOOL CLASSES AT ANCHORAGE REI

Date / Time
Classes and Events
Price
Register
6/18/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Many Ways to Explore Denali National and State Parks
A talk and slide show presented by Bill Sherwonit, author of the newly released book Denali National Park: The Complete Visitors Guide to the Mountain, Wildlife, and Year-Round Outdoor Activities.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 12
Total spots: 56

6/19/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Bike Maintenance Basics
Routine maintenance on your bike can keep you riding smooth and prolong the life of your bike. Join an introductory class designed to help you take care of your bike.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

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.

Class Full

Spots left: 0
Total spots: 40

6/22/2013 12:00 - 6:00 PM AKDT

Downtown Summer Solstice Festival
Many fun activities will be featured during this festival. Come to downtown Anchorage on June 22 to experience one of the best summer festivals of the summer!

Location: Downtown Anchorage | More Info, Directions

Free No registration required
6/26/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Climbing Knot Basics Class
Knowing how and why to tie knots properly is essential for climbers. We'll cover the figure-8, prusik, clove hitch, water knot, Kleimheist and several other basic climbing knots.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

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.

Class Full

Spots left: 0
Total spots: 12

6/27/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Bear Aware
The bears are out and about. Learn about living and recreating responsibly in bear country; by Alaska Dept of Fish and Game's Elizabeth Manning.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 7
Total spots: 56

6/28/2013 1:00 - 4:00 PM AKDT

10,000 Steps to Denali
This June 9 mountaineers will make history as the first expedition of African Americans to summit Denali. Join us and celebrate this historic event by taking 10,000 steps in solidarity with the team.

Location: UAA Student Union | More Info, Directions

Free No registration required
7/3/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

GPS Navigation Basics Class
Join us to learn basics of Hand-Held GPS navigation. Learn how to pinpoint your location, mark waypoints and navigate to distant points. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it to class.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Member: $20.00
Non Member: $40.00

Spots left: 11
Total spots: 12

7/9/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Bear Aware
The bears are out and about. Learn about living and recreating responsibly in bear country.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 55
Total spots: 56

7/10/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Map & Compass Navigation Basics Class
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.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Member: $20.00
Non Member: $40.00

Spots left: 12
Total spots: 12

7/16/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Camp Cooking Basics
Do you want to make easy and fun meals at camp but feel unsure how to cook them? We'd like to help you learn how to set up your kitchen and create easy and fun meals for the family.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 35
Total spots: 40

7/17/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Bike Maintenance Basics
Routine maintenance on your bike can keep you riding smooth and prolong the life of your bike. Join an introductory class designed to help you take care of your bike.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 21
Total spots: 40

7/24/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Climbing Knot Basics Class
Knowing how and why to tie knots properly is essential for climbers. We'll cover the figure-8, prusik, clove hitch, water knot, Kleimheist and several other basic climbing knots.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 10
Total spots: 12

7/27/2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM AKDT

Arctic Benson Park Volunteer Fix-It Day
Join REI, Anchorage Park Foundation, and Anchorage Parks and Recreation on renovation of the Arctic Benson Park.

Location: Arctic Benson Park | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 20
Total spots: 20

7/31/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Getting to Know your GoPro -- GoPro Basics
Looking to get a GoPro, or you have one and would like some insight into best practices for capturing your life's most exciting moments? Join our GoPro experts for this class and Get to Know Your GoPro. We will focus on the camera's user interface, video capture, image settings, and accessories.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 20
Total spots: 20

8/1/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Lightweight Backpacking Basics
Do you want to try backpacking but worry about carrying a heavy pack? Join an REI backpacking expert who will provide excellent tips on lightweight backpacking techniques.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 56
Total spots: 56

8/3/2013 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM AKDT

Blood Bank of Alaska
Donate blood to the AK Blood Bank Your donation could save a life here in Alaska.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

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8/7/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

GPS Navigation Basics Class
Join us to learn basics of Hand-Held GPS navigation. Learn how to pinpoint your location, mark waypoints and navigate to distant points. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it to class.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Member: $20.00
Non Member: $40.00

Spots left: 12
Total spots: 12

8/8/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Bike Maintenance Basics
Routine maintenance on your bike can keep you riding smooth and prolong the life of your bike. Join an introductory class designed to help you take care of your bike.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 39
Total spots: 40

8/13/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Hiking the Stampede Trail
Join Jenna and Erik Halfacre of the Last Frontier Adventure Club as they talk about the Stampede Trail, to Fairbanks bus 142, of "Into the Wild" infamy.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Free

Spots left: 53
Total spots: 56

8/14/2013 6:00 - 7:30 PM AKDT

Map & Compass Navigation Basics Class
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.

Location: Anchorage REI | More Info, Directions

Member: $20.00
Non Member: $40.00

Spots left: 12
Total spots: 12