@Volhike  Thanks for reaching out! Unfortunately, this is not a service our stores typically offer. You could check with a hotel or backpacking hostel in the area, I have known several to offer this to backpackers and hikers in towns I've lived in. You can also post this question on the Las Vegas Area board and see if anyone in the area has ideas. Lastly, we encourage you to reach out to the store team in Henderson or Boca Park to inquire if they are aware of any local businesses offer this service.  Hopefully this helps, thanks! ... View more

@LittleRed  I can also vouch for @Philreedshikes’ youtube channel. It’s pretty great! ... View more

@LittleRed  Thanks for the question! Being inactive, particularly if you’re used to getting out a lot, can be really challenging. Personally, I really enjoy reading adventure stories. We’ve had a few great threads about this topic, including this recent one posted by @agraciouspearl, Inspired by Nature/Science/Travel books.  Additionally, I’m a firm believer that dreaming, scheming, preparing and planning are all part of the adventure. So if I find myself unable to get outside, I like to look at maps, plan adventures, and organize, clean, and sort my gear. It helps me stay connected and involved in my favorite activities even when I can’t get out and participate. Best of luck in your recovery!   ... View more

@timski  Thank you for reaching out! Unfortunately, we do not have the ability to alert you when a specific product is back in stock and available to purchase. Additionally, we did some digging and it doesn't look like we are expecting to get any more of that specific style, size, and color. We are hoping to see more of the men's 9.5 wide in Deep Lichen Green color of the Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX hiking shoes, however, it does not look like we are expecting those shipments to come in until sometime early next year. If you'd like some other suggestions of similar styles of hiking shoes we can help with that here in the community, or we recommend scheduling a virtual outfitting appointment with one of our footwear experts. Thanks! ... View more

@Rob6  This is such a great post, thanks for asking! My family and I managed to make it through a corn maze this week, too! One 'atypical' thing I've added to my outdoors activities is star/planet gazing with my son and his telescope. The red light setting on my headlamp has come in VERY useful for that application! ... View more

@bm090142  Thank you for reaching out, however, we are sorry to hear it is because your Fitbit is not working properly. REI's Return Policy for outdoor electronics, such as your device, is 90 days. REI does not facilitate warranty claims for other vendor's products. As this is outside of our return timeline, you will need to continue to work with Fitbit to find a resolution to your issue.   ... View more

@Bonfire @TomIrvine @Philreedshikes @Gary2 @SeattleBen @existentialist  You all have chimed in on threads about picking mushrooms...now is your moment! Any ideas on what these might be? ... View more

@OldGuy  Thank you for reaching out, although we are sorry to hear it is because you had a negative experience at one of our stores. Our return policy has not changed and states: 100% satisfaction guaranteed We stand behind everything we sell. If you're not satisfied with your REI purchase, you can return it for a replacement or refund within one year of purchase — with a few exceptions.  With one of those exceptions being: Damaged gear REI’s Satisfaction Guarantee policy doesn't cover ordinary wear and tear or damage caused by improper use or accidents. You can read our full Return Policy, including all exceptions, here. While it can be challenging to determine what is 'ordinary wear and tear', we trust our employees at the store-level to use their best judgement to make a decision about a return. We strive to deliver the best customer service experience possible, however, sometimes we miss the mark. We will pass your feedback regarding your experience along to the Concord store team. Thank you for being a member and customer of REI. ... View more

@MaineWoodz  Thanks for reaching out! The Grand Opening for the Westbrook, ME store is scheduled for Friday, November 12th. You can get more details over on our Westbrook REI store page. Hopefully we see you there! ... View more

@Pathfinder51  Thanks for reaching out! We are hoping to see more Flash 22 packs in sometime next month. It is important to remember that there are a lot of variables in shipping and processing right now so our timelines are estimates at best. Your best bet is to check REI.com sometime next month to see when they come in. Hopefully this helps, thanks! ... View more

@wildheart  Thanks for reaching out! It does not look like any of the single person tents on REI-Outlet.com are flame retardant free. One tent that is FR free and may work for you is the Mountain Hardwear Nimbus UL 1 tent. Hopefully this helps, thanks! ... View more