February 22, 2017
REI Outessa, now in its second year, has announced the details of its three retreats for 2017. According to REI, the three-day outdoor adventures “are designed to connect women with the outdoors in a supportive learning environment. The getaways are filled with activities and inspiration, offer access to coveted gear and products, serve up great food and wine, and create the environment for making new friends and lasting memories.”
The dates and locations are:
- July 14 to July 16, 2017: Kirkwood Mountain Resort in Kirkwood, California, near South Lake Tahoe
- August 18 to August 20, 2017: Mt. Hood Skibowl in Government Camp, Oregon, and 12 miles from the Mt. Hood National Forest
- September 22 to September 24, 2017: Waterville Valley Resort in Waterville, New Hampshire, in the White Mountain National Forest
Registration for REI Outessa is $799 (U.S. dollars) per person, which includes classes led by REI’s professional guides, use of on-site gear, chef-prepared meals, wine and beer, evening entertainment, inspirational speakers, and a goodie bag packed with products and gear.
REI Outessa attendees will customize their weekend from start to finish. They will choose accommodations from three options: resort rooms or condos; “fancy camp” deluxe camping with fully-outfitted canvas tents, amenities and a concierge; and DIY camping at Camp REI, where guests bring their own gear. Participants will also select their daily schedules from more than 200 activities based on personal interests, outdoor goals and skill levels.
Each morning, women will start their day with a full breakfast before heading out on the trail, crag or water for small group adventures. Evenings are filled with chef-prepared meals and fire-side relaxation complete with s’mores, wine and beer, inspirational speakers, and conversations that reflect on the day.