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REI Cooperative Action Fund invests $4 million in nonprofits working to create a more equitable outdoors

The REI Cooperative Action Fund is announcing a $4 million investment in 40 nonprofit organizations collectively creating a more equitable outdoors. This investment includes the addition of 18 new organizations to the Fund’s growing nationwide network of nonprofit partners, as well as renewed…

May 11, 2023

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Election Results at REI Lincoln Park Store

On Thursday, May 4, employees at our Lincoln Park, Illinois store participated in an in-person election to determine whether they would be represented by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union. The initial vote tally in the Lincoln Park election is 41 votes for union representation and 8…

May 4, 2023

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As America’s mental health reaches a 20-year low, #WeHikeToHeal encourages women’s wellness through outdoor adventure

For the third consecutive year, Hipcamp and REI will team up to sponsor Outdoor Journal Tour's #WeHikeToHeal Challenge, a month-long outdoor wellness initiative focused on improving the mental and emotional health of women across the United States. This marks the brands’ shared commitment to…

May 3, 2023

REI Co-op to open in Prescott, Arizona in fall 2023

Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op will open a store in Prescott, Arizona in fall 2023. The new store will be leased from Yavapai-Prescott Indian Tribe and located on tribal land at Frontier Village Center.

Apr 27, 2023

REI Releases 2022 Impact Report and Financials, Distributes $323 Million Back to Co-op Community

REI today released its 2022 Impact Report and financials results, closing the year with a record $3.85 billion in sales. The co-op ended the year with a strong liquidity and working capital position and continued to invest in its mission of investing in its members, employees, and the outdoors.

Apr 19, 2023

REI Co-op announces the spring 2023 Editors’ Choice Awards

REI announces new additions to its REI Co-op Editors’ Choice Awards, a designation honoring top-performing gear and apparel from brands sold at the co-op.

Apr 18, 2023

REI Path Ahead Ventures celebrates graduation of 18 outdoor industry founders of color from 2023 Embark program

SEATTLE – REI Path Ahead Ventures will celebrate the graduation of 18 founders from its Embark accelerator program this month. Embark is a three-month virtual program created in partnership with Founded Outdoors that provides entrepreneurs of color with resources and learning to turn their…

Apr 13, 2023

Hipcamp, REI Co-op and GearJunkie launch outdoor summer camping #SaveASpot sweepstakes

Apr 3, 2023

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REI Co-op releases Trailmade collection designed to welcome new hikers and backpackers

REI Co-op introduces its new Trailmade collection, aimed to accommodate more people’s needs for hiking and backpacking.

Mar 30, 2023

REI Co-op celebrates 10-year anniversary of 100% renewable power; announces commitment to power every store with local renewable energy

REI Co-op today celebrated its 10th year of powering all its stores, distribution centers, and offices with 100% renewable electricity. The specialty outdoor retailer is marking the anniversary with a commitment to increase access to renewable energy for everyone by sourcing locally generated…

Mar 28, 2023