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REI Announces Green Energy Project Grant

REI Adventures, a leader in worldwide guided active adventure programs, announced that a grant of $87,000 has been awarded to Nepal SEEDS, a nonprofit organization focused on improving social, educational and environmental development. The grant, made possible through REI’s partnership with…

Apr 28, 2011

REI to Open its First South Carolina Store in Greenville This Fall

REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.), a national retailer providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, today announced plans to open a new store in Greenville, S.C. this fall.

Apr 27, 2011

REI Announces 2011 Board Election Results at Annual Membership Meeting

SEATTLE – Outdoor gear and apparel retailer REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.) announced the results of the 2011 board elections during its annual membership meeting held Sunday, April 10 at its Seattle flagship store.

Apr 11, 2011

REI's Position on North Carolina's Anti-LGBT Law and Similar Proposals in Other States

REI employees and members have asked for our perspective on a new law in North Carolina called “HB2” and similar, proposed laws in other states. In North Carolina, we have seven REI stores, over 400 employees and more than 450,000 members. The new law permits discrimination against LGBT people…

Apr 11, 2011

REI's Position on Marriage Equality

REI is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where we work and play. We embrace inclusion because it helps us advance the co-op’s core purpose – to inspire, educate and outfit for a lifetime of outdoor adventure and stewardship – encouraging people of all backgrounds to fully…

Apr 10, 2011

REI Announces 2010 Revenues and Record Operating Income

REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.), a national retailer of quality outdoor gear and apparel, today announced 2010 sales of $1.66 billion, up 14 percent from $1.46 billion the previous year. Operating income for the year was a record $115.4 million, an increase of 15 percent over $100.6 million in…

Mar 28, 2011

REI Appoints Vice President of Accounting and Finance, and Promotes Three

REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.), a national retailer providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, announced today that Sue Sallee joined the company in the newly created position of vice president, Accounting and Finance. The company has also promoted Angela Owen, Tim Spangler and Tom Vogl to…

Feb 28, 2011

REI’s Geared-up For Spring with Classes, Events and Innovative Products

This spring, REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.), a national retailer providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, offers its members and outdoor enthusiasts new ways to connect with nature and enhance outdoor experiences through its programs, volunteer opportunities and innovative product offerings.

Feb 22, 2011

REI Adventures Commemorates its 25th Anniversary as a Leader in Worldwide Adventure Travel

REI Adventures, a leader in worldwide guided active adventure programs has entered into its 25th year of leading outdoor trips. To celebrate, the company today announced a special members-only savings of 25-percent on a select group of classic trips to destinations across the globe including…

Feb 18, 2011

REI Extends Resource to Snow Sports Enthusiasts Through New Android App on The Zumobi Network

REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.), a national retailer providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, and The Zumobi Network, a leading premium mobile app network, present the extension of the popular Snow and Ski Report by REI application to the Android platform.

Jan 27, 2011