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REI Co-op to open first store in Maine in fall 2021

REI Co-op is opening its first location in Maine, bringing quality outdoor gear and renowned expertise to the Greater Portland area in fall 2021. The approximately 24,400 square-foot store will be part of the new Rock Row development in Westbrook and will serve as a home base for the co-op's 47,000…

May 24, 2021

REI Co-op to open in Tallahassee and Palm Beach Gardens in spring 2022

REI Co-op, the specialty outdoor retailer with five stores in Florida, will open new locations in spring 2022 in Tallahassee and Palm Beach Gardens. The co-op will offer a wide assortment of apparel, gear and expertise for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, hiking, paddling and more. Each store…

May 11, 2021

REI Co-op 2021 Member Meeting

Each year, REI's member meeting provides an opportunity for co-op members to hear from the board of directors and senior leadership team. This year, the meeting was held virtually on May 3 and included an update on the co-op's business and impact work, and the results of the recent board election…

May 3, 2021

REI Supports the Trans Community

The trans community is facing a sustained and extraordinary attack. Just a few months into 2021, multiple state legislative sessions have already set a record for the greatest number of bills in history aimed to restrict rights for transgender people.

Apr 26, 2021

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REI Co-op to relocate Mountain View, California store to Sunnyvale in Fall 2021

REI Co-op, the specialty outdoor retailer with over a dozen locations in Northern California, will relocate its Mountain View, California store to Sunnyvale in fall 2021.

Apr 26, 2021

REI Co-op reports 2020 financials, launches new Cooperative Action initiative to engage members in the fight for life outside

REI Co-op today released its 2020 financials and annual impact report, highlighting strong financial performance and its values-based approach to leading through a global crisis—and beyond.

Apr 14, 2021

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REI Co-op update on our racial equity commitments

In July 2020, we accelerated our work to advance racial equity at REI and beyond. In addition to outlining an initial set of commitments, we pledged to be transparent about our progress and share regular updates.

Apr 14, 2021

Cooperative Action: REI Co-op launches new platform to drive positive change through collective action

Throughout our history, REI Co-op has been committed to bringing people and nature closer together in pursuit of a life well lived. Continuing a legacy of environmental stewardship and cultural impact, we’re taking the next step by inviting our nearly 15,000 employees, 20 million members and…

Apr 14, 2021

REI Condemns Voter Suppression Legislation

REI is committed to broadening civic engagement and advancing racial equity within the co-op and across society at large. The idea that one person is guaranteed one vote is foundational to both our co-op and our democracy.

Apr 8, 2021

REI announces domestic experiences growth strategy, launches ambition to help 3 million people annually get outdoors

Today REI Co-op announced plans for the future of its experiences business. The co-op aims to help 3 million people get outdoors each year through its experiences programs, which will focus exclusively on U.S. domestic adventures.

Mar 24, 2021