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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 COVID-19 Health & Safety Standards

After two months of temporary store closures, we are ready to begin reopening stores – in a limited capacity – to customers. In some places “opening” will mean curbside service. In others, our doors will open for a limited number of customers. In every case, we’ll be taking precautions to ensure…

May 12, 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

REI Co-op publishes 2019 full-year financial results

SEATTLE – Today, Seattle-based REI Co-op reported a record $3.12 billion in 2019 sales and more than 8% growth in both its digital and in-store offerings. In addition, brick and mortar continues to play a significant role in REI’s growth. In 2019, REI saw 3.5% comparable growth in store traffic and…

Apr 27, 2020

REI Co-op ranks on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for 23rd consecutive year

– REI Co-op is again recognized as a top employer, ranking 60 on Fortune’s

Feb 18, 2020

REI Co-op to open new store in Boca Raton, Florida in fall 2020

REI Co-op will open a new store in Boca Raton, Florida in fall 2020, bringing a wide assortment of quality outdoor gear, experiences and expertise for the region’s most popular outdoor activities. The new 23,000-square-foot store will be located at the Uptown Boca lifestyle center, at the southwest…

Jan 16, 2020