REI Buford Clinics and Events

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Note: Recurring events are listed at the top.

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Promoting Environmental Awareness in Kids
Free
 
The goal of the PEAK program is to educate children about enjoying and caring for the outdoors. Through hands-on, interactive activities children are taught to have fun outside while practicing responsible outdoor recreation.
 
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Fridays 6PM-8PM
Family Climbing Nights at Adrenaline Climbing Gym
$
 
Looking for a family-friendly, affordable and fun Friday night gig? Come out to Adrenaline Climbing Gym for Family Night and you'll get it all PLUS pizza!  
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October 23-26, 2008
REI Adventures Weekend Getaway: Cycling the Natchez Trace Parkway
$
 
Join us on a unique cultural, historic and scenic cycle tour of Tennessee's Natchez Trace Parkway, ranked among the top 10 bike rides in the U.S.  
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May 1-4 and October 9-12
REI Adventures Weekend Getaways: Cycling the Blue Ridge Parkway
$
 
Our tour of the Blue Ridge Parkway provides the new bicycle tourist or those with limited free time an opportunity to sample one of the best areas in the country for cycling.  
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May-September
KIDS' ACTIVITY: Kids' Passport to Adventure
Free
 
Designed for kids age 5 to 12, our FREE Kids Passport to Adventure Program is a fun way to connect them to the natural word and start them on a lifetime of outdoor recreation.  
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7/10/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Great Smoky Mountains Backpack ? Appalachian Trail
$
 
Get a taste of the thru-hiker life on the Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains with REI Adventures!  
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7/10/2008 7:00 PM
Map and Compass Basics @ REI Buford
Free
 
So what are you going to do when your GPS batteries fail or you want to discover some place off the beaten path? Add a whole new dimension of adventure to your next outing with this introduction to navigation the old fashioned way.  
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7/12/2008 11:00 AM
Women's Only Backpacking @ REI Atlanta
Free
 
REI will take the mystery out of Backpacking as we share our knowledge in this show and tell session especially for women. We will cover backpacking essentials: choosing an internal or external-frame pack; selecting proper clothing; and the right footwear; and understanding the basic gear you need to reach your destination.  
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7/13/2008 3:00 PM
Travel Basics and Luggage @ REI Kennesaw
Free
 
Planning a trip for either a few days or a few weeks can be a challenge, but our REI staff member will provide practical travel advice as well as information on packing and selecting the correct luggage and accessories for you trip.
 
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7/13/2008 3:00 PM
Bike Touring with the Southern Bicycle League @ REI Perimeter
Free
 
Whether you are planning a cross country tour or a long weekend bicycle adventure, come and learn some of the secrets of bicycle touring.  
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7/15/2008 6:00 PM
Backpacking 201 @ REI Perimeter
Free
 
Have you taken a weekend backpacking trip and want to go out for a week? Have you been to our 101 class and want to learn more? If so, please join us for the next level!  
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7/17/2008 7:00 PM
Bike Maintenance 101 @ REI Buford
Free
 
Maintaining your road or mountain bike can be a daunting task when you don?t know where to begin. The purpose of this clinic is to demystify the challenge of keeping your bicycle in good working order.  
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7/17/2008 7:00 PM
Intro to Rock Climbing @ REI Atlanta
Free
 
If you are ready to learn the ropes in one of this country's fastest growing sports, then this is the evening for you! REI climbing gurus offer this primer on rock climbing.  
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7/20/2008 3:00 PM
Family Camping and Local Destinations @ REI Kennesaw
Free
 
Join us at REI Kennesaw to learn the basics of family camping trips to your favorite near by park or campground. Our REI expert will provide you with the information you need to know in order to have a successful family camping experience.  
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7/22/2008 7:00 AM
Mountain Biking 101 @ REI Perimeter
Free
 
Find out what to look for when purchasing a new mountain bike or modifying your existing one. A cycling expert will discuss gear, clothing, safety and where to go. In addition, we will cover basic skills like how to balance, climb, descend, corner, brake and get past obstacles.  
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7/23/2008 7:00 PM
Basic Wilderness First Aid @ REI Buford
Free
 
Think nothing will happen on your little day hike? Learn what to do when things go wrong miles from help.  
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7/24/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Great Smoky Mountains Backpack ? Appalachian Trail- Women's Only Trip
$
 
Get a taste of the thru-hiker life on the Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains with REI Adventures!  
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7/26/2008 10:00 AM
Breast Cancer 3-Day Expo
Free
 
The largest preseason event designed to get walkers excited, informed and inspired! With door prizes, raffles and a wealth of information this event is not to be missed if you are a 3-Day walker.  
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7/26/2008 3:00 PM
Camping with Kids, part II @ REI Kennesaw
Free
 
This clinic is the second part of the Camping with Kids Clinic. Part two is for kids ages 6-10 and will include reading of children?s books related to the outdoors, coloring book time, and a PEAK presentation on environmental ethics for kids.  
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8/2/2008 6:00 AM
Project Adventure Covington Century
$
 
Join REI as we support the 20th annual Project
Adventure Covington Century ride. The Covington
Century is a fun family event for cyclists of all ages and abilities with several different route options.  
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8/7/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Great Smoky Mountains Backpack ? Appalachian Trail
$
 
Get a taste of the thru-hiker life on the Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains with REI Adventures!  
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8/9/2008 8:30 AM
Service Day at the Outdoor Activity Center
Free
 
REI staff and members team up with the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance to build and maintain trails around the OAC. The Outdoor Activity Center is 26 acres of urban forest used by youth and families in southwest Atlanta.  
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8/21/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Great Smoky Mountains Backpack ? Appalachian Trail
$
 
Get a taste of the thru-hiker life on the Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains with REI Adventures!  
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9/4/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Great Smoky Mountains Backpack ? Appalachian Trail
$
 
Get a taste of the thru-hiker life on the Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains with REI Adventures!  
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9/18/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Great Smoky Mountains Backpack ? Appalachian Trail
$
 
Get a taste of the thru-hiker life on the Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains with REI Adventures!  
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9/18/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Barrier Islands Kayaking
$
 
Explore one of America?s premier paddling destinations on this weekend kayaking tour with REI Adventures!  
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10/2/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Barrier Islands Kayaking
$
 
Explore one of America?s premier paddling destinations on this weekend kayaking tour with REI Adventures!  
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10/7/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Great Smoky Mountains Backpack ? Appalachian Trail
$
 
Get a taste of the thru-hiker life on the Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains with REI Adventures!  
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10/16/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Barrier Islands Kayaking
$
 
Explore one of America?s premier paddling destinations on this weekend kayaking tour with REI Adventures!  
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10/21/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Great Smoky Mountains Backpack ? Appalachian Trail
$
 
Get a taste of the thru-hiker life on the Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains with REI Adventures!  
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10/23/2008 10:00 AM
REI Weekend Getaway: Barrier Islands Kayaking
$
 
Explore one of America?s premier paddling destinations on this weekend kayaking tour with REI Adventures!  
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