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REI Co-op COVID-19 Health & Safety Standards

After several months of limited store operations, most REI stores are now open – in a limited capacity – to customers. In some places “open” means curbside service. In others, our doors are open for a limited number of customers at a time. In every case, we’re taking precautions to ensure the…

Jun 18, 2020

REI Statement on Passage of The Great American Outdoors Act

REI Co-op applauds the June 17 passing of the Great American Outdoors (GAO) Act by a resounding 73-25 bipartisan vote in the U.S. Senate.

Jun 18, 2020

REI Co-op Statement on Landmark Supreme Court Ruling on LGBTQ+ Employment Protections

As people throughout the United States continue to raise their voices for racial justice, we honor and celebrate a milestone moment in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Today’s landmark Supreme Court ruling supports protections for LGBTQ+ workers under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and ensures that…

Jun 15, 2020

REI Co-op Statement on Violence Against the Black Community

As a cooperative, REI is built on a set of ideals that we hold dear—we are stronger when we come together. However, the heartbreaking racial violence and injustices that the Black community continues to experience across this country provides a stark reminder that for many, those ideals are not…

May 31, 2020

A scene of a body of water with mountains in the background

National Outdoor Groups Release Six “Recreate Responsibly” Tips for Enjoying the Outdoors Safely During COVID-19

SEATTLE and DENVER – In advance of Memorial Day weekend – the unofficial start of the summer season – a newly formed coalition of outdoor groups created the Recreate Responsibly initiative to share ways for Americans to stay healthy while enjoying public lands, parks, trails, waters, and other…

May 21, 2020

6 steps to recreate outdoors responsibly

REI Co-op kicks off its Anniversary Sale and calls for member stories to help celebrate its 82-year history

SEATTLE – REI Co-op’s popular Anniversary Sale is here to celebrate the co-op’s 82 years. To mark the occasion, REI has

May 18, 2020

REI Co-op to begin reopening stores and services to customers

As a growing number of states begin to reopen for limited outdoor activity, REI Co-op is preparing for a safe return to customer-facing services. Starting this week, REI will begin offering curbside pick-up at more than half of it stores across the country and will launch zero-contact bike shop…

May 12, 2020

Running raises the heart rate, lifts spirits and provides an outlet during pandemic

SEATTLE – Dust off the shoes, put on the hydration vest, charge up the smart device and go. Whether someone is just getting back into running or has been a road warrior for years, the REI Co-op team is here to support every step of the way. REI’s physical stores may be closed, but the co-op’s…

Apr 28, 2020

Statement: REI Co-op applauds Gov. Inslee’s move to reopen public lands, urges citizens to “recreate responsibly”

At REI Co-op, we know that time in nature is essential to our health and well-being, and that social isolation and lack of physical and outdoor experiences can have negative mental, emotional and physical impacts. That’s why we applaud the leadership of Gov. Inslee in beginning to reopen Washington…

Apr 27, 2020

DNR Recreation Sites and Public Lands to Reopen May 5

To educate the public about the importance of continued social distancing, DNR and REI Co-op are partnering on the #RecreateResponsibly social media campaign, which will educate visitors about how to stay safe and healthy.

Apr 27, 2020

Recreate responsibly sticker featuring tree illustrations