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REI Outdoor School

Whether you're an outdoor novice or a seasoned adventurer—
we've got the outdoor class that's right for you!

Just bring your thirst for learning and adventure. The REI Outdoor School provides everything else: professional instruction, transportation and gear!

Join us for beginning to advanced-level classes and outings in:

  • kayaking
  • rock climbing
  • family hiking
  • mountain biking
  • navigation
  • road cycling
  • backpacking
  • camping skills
  • wilderness medicine
  • and many more outdoor pursuits!

Learn more about the REI Outdoor School.

REI Expert Advice

More than 350 how-to articles and videos, all with one aim: to help you have the most fun in the outdoors! Rate the articles and share your suggestions, too.

Featured Expert Advice Articles

How to Choose a Camping Tent

From ventilation to vestibules, learn how to pick the perfect home away from home. Read about how to choose a camping tent.

How to Go Geocaching with Kids

Take the whole gang on a high-tech treasure hunt. Learn how to go geocaching with kids.

How to Choose Bike Pedals

Do you need flat pedals or clipless? And what’s a clipless pedal, anyway? We’ve got answers. Learn how to choose bike pedals.

Browse all 350-plus REI Expert Advice articles.

Outdoor How-To Videos

Real-life REI experts give demonstrations and share ideas to make the most of your outdoor gear and adventures.


How to Fix a Flat

Fitting a Backpack

Getting Started Kayaking

See all REI how-to videos.

Classes in REI Stores

Join one of the hundreds of classes and events happening year-round in REI stores. A sampling of this season’s offerings:

  • Women's Biking With Traffic
  • Camp Cooking Basics
  • Wilderness First Aid
  • Rock Climbing Basics
  • Advanced GPS Skills

Get in on the action! Find the REI store nearest you.

Ask an REI Expert

Personalized, trail-tested advice,
straight from our resident gurus!

  • Should I go with a sit-on-top kayak?
  • Which trail’s best for a hike with kids?
  • How do I get started backpacking?

Post your question at the community at REI.com. Each week, an REI expert will answer a few questions. Maybe yours will be one!

Family Adventure Program

Make this your family’s best summer yet. It’s easy with our free Family Adventure program! Find local kid-friendly hikes and bike rides. Share photos. Swap tips. Start the fun with a free Kids' Adventure Journal. Chock-full of games and activities, it's where kids can log their adventures. Get outside with the
REI Family Adventure Program.

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