REI laid off hundreds of employees who provided experiences, tours and classes for members and stepped away from equipment like snowboards, kayaks, and cross country skis.

As a brand, REI has 179 stores operating across 41 states catering to outdoor fanatics. However, just because REI has a strong reach doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best option for everyone.

Unionized REI employees are determined to have a seat at the table of board directors at the beloved outdoor gear company.

The successful union drives at REI, Starbucks, and other companies that were historically seen as too difficult to unionize ...

REI was founded in 1938 and is a member owned co-op that currently has more than 180 stores nationwide, with nine locations in Oregon. Although the Experiences division of the store will no longer ...