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Spring is coming - is your bike ready to go? In this informative presentation, you'll learn the key things to check to make
sure that your bike is ready for the road.
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When: 02/23/2012 07:00 PM Cost: Free
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The 11th Annual Pool, Pump & Pedal incorporates many different activities while maintaining a focus on promoting group fitness
and raising funds for the American Heart Association.
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When: 02/25/2012 07:30 AM Cost:
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Take your first backpack trip with the experts! Learn about what to bring, how to carry it, what and how to cook, how to manage
water, navigation and camp skills, and much more in an intensive 2 day course. The load will be light and the trail easy,
designed with beginners in mind.
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When: 02/25/2012 08:00 AM Cost:
$
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On this course You'll learn to read map contour lines and translate them to the actual terrain. With your compass we'll teach
you about magnetic north, true north and declination. Then we'll put it all together to pinpoint your location and plan your
route.
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When: 02/25/2012 10:00 AM Cost:
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Minimalist running is a growing movement and you may wonder about whether it's right for you and how to get started. Let us
help you start off on the right foot!
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When: 02/28/2012 07:00 PM Cost: Free
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Our instructors will show you where to position your kitchen area, your bathroom facilities, and your tent site for maximum
safety and comfort. Our goal is to teach practical camping skills for use in every situation, from car camping to long-distance
backpacking.
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When: 03/03/2012 09:00 AM Cost:
$
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This is your opportunity to climb outdoors with professional rock climbing instructors. We'll teach solid fundamental skills
such as belaying, crack climbing and face climbing. All gear is provided. Families are welcome; under 18 must be accompanied
by a parent or responsible adult.
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When: 03/04/2012 09:00 AM Cost:
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Learn all about frog calls, frogs that freeze themselves solid in the winter, eyeless salamanders, and more. Participate in
an amphibian craft. Presented by Saddler's Woods. For ages 8 to 10.
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When: 03/04/2012 02:00 PM Cost: Free
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Come learn basic navigation skills using map and compass to find your way. In this in-store class you'll learn the parts of
a compass, how to read a topographic map and how to use them in tandem. You'll learn how to pinpoint your location through
triangulation and then navigate to new locations by following a bearing.
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When: 03/07/2012 07:00 PM Cost:
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Join REI Marlton's book club - we are reading two books by mountaineer and author Jon Krakauer. Be inspired and/or be cautioned
by these tales: we're sure to have much to talk about.
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When: 03/08/2012 07:00 PM Cost: Free
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This outing is for beginning cyclists or those looking for a refresher course. We'll cover basic riding techniques, road riding
etiquette, risks, and basic bike maintenance skills.
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When: 03/10/2012 09:00 AM Cost:
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On easy terrain, our instructors teach basic techniques such as shifting, braking, ascending, descending and maneuvering obstacles.
Novara mountain bikes are provided free for those without a bike. Recommended for ages 14 and older; under 18 must be accompanied
by a parent or responsible adult.
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When: 03/11/2012 10:00 AM Cost:
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Learn techniques that will enable you to transform would-be snapshots into striking compositions. Our instructor will cover
the basics and the creative potential of depth of field and the Rule of Thirds. Photographers of all levels using film or
digital cameras are encouraged to attend.
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When: 03/14/2012 07:00 PM Cost:
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Learn the keys to a joyful journey from two-time Thru-hiker and REI Specialist, Mark "Postcard" Hughes. He'll share tips on
preparation, gear choices, mental challenges, trail strategies and more.
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When: 03/15/2012 07:00 PM Cost: Free
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On this course You'll learn to read map contour lines and translate them to the actual terrain. With your compass we'll teach
you about magnetic north, true north and declination. Then we'll put it all together to pinpoint your location and plan your
route.
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When: 03/17/2012 09:00 AM Cost:
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Open to all REI members, this sale beginning at 10:00 am features lots of gerat deals on previously owned or slighly damaged
products.
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When: 03/17/2012 10:00 AM Cost: Free
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If you never learned to ride a bike or need to relearn the basics, this is the class for you! Our patient instructors use
a series of skill-developing exercises to get you up on two wheels. You'll learn to start and stop smoothly while balancing
comfortably on a bike. How to Ride a Bike class is for adults and kids 12 and older.
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When: 03/18/2012 09:00 AM Cost:
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We will cover climbing gear, knots, evaluation and use of natural and fixed protection, and equalizing the forces on the anchor.
This is a hands on program where you will build climbing anchors. This outing will focus on construction and assessment of
anchors.
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When: 03/18/2012 10:00 AM Cost:
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Is your child struggling to learn how to ride their bike? Our kid-friendly instructors will help them with their first lesson
(possibly the only lesson they will need)! Our fun, unique and proven instruction methods have helped hundreds of kids experience
the joy of riding a bike. How to Ride a Bike for Kids is for children 4 - 11 years old.
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When: 03/18/2012 01:00 PM Cost:
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Learn about the JDRF Ride to Cure and the experiences that riders had in last year's events. Meet the South Jersey Team and
the Coaches, who can help with both training and fundraising efforts.
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When: 03/18/2012 02:00 PM Cost:
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This class is an informative presentation that will teach you how to lube a chain, fix a flat tire in record time, and make
other minor adjustments to your bicycle. No experience necessary!
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When: 03/20/2012 07:00 PM Cost: Free
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Join an REI Outdoor School instructor as he or she leads you through the basics of GPS navigation. Learn how to use your pocket-sized
navigator to pinpoint your location, mark waypoints and navigate to distant points. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it
to the class. This is an in-store class.
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When: 03/21/2012 07:00 PM Cost:
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Visit Saddler's Woods for an age-specific program on Amphibians. You might even see some amphibians as they come out of their
winter hibernation! This session is for children ages 4 to 5.
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When: 03/23/2012 04:30 PM Cost:
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Our REI Outdoor School instructors take you into the field to teach you how to shoot vibrant and stimulating photographs.
Photographers of all levels using film or digital cameras are encouraged to attend.s Bring your camera and its owner' manual,
as well as extra batteries and memory.
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When: 03/24/2012 10:00 AM Cost:
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Take your first backpack trip with the experts! Learn about what to bring, how to carry it, what and how to cook, how to manage
water, navigation and camp skills, and much more in an intensive 2 day course. The load will be light and the trail easy,
designed with beginners in mind.
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When: 03/24/2012 10:00 AM Cost:
$
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Interested in minimalist backpacking? Join us to learn the ins and outs of shaving weight from your existing backpacking system.
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When: 03/27/2012 07:00 PM Cost: Free
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From beginner to experienced athletes, ChiRunning ("chee-running") and ChiWalking are helping individuals develop safe, effective,
lifelong fitness programs.
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When: 03/28/2012 07:00 PM Cost: Free
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Visit Saddler's Woods for an age-specific program on Amphibians. You might even see some amphibians as they come out of their
winter hibernation! This session is for ages 6 to 7.
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When: 03/30/2012 04:00 PM Cost:
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If you never learned to ride a bike or need to relearn the basics, this is the class for you! Our patient instructors use
a series of skill-developing exercises to get you up on two wheels. You'll learn to start and stop smoothly while balancing
comfortably on a bike. How to Ride a Bike class is for adults and kids 12 and older.
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When: 03/31/2012 09:00 AM Cost:
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Head out into the field for a day of hands-on GPS navigation training. You'll learn how to enter waypoints, use the tracklog
on your GPS, and transfer information between the unit and your map. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it.
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When: 03/31/2012 11:00 AM Cost:
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Is your child struggling to learn how to ride their bike? Our kid-friendly instructors will help them with their first lesson
(possibly the only lesson they will need)! Our fun, unique and proven instruction methods have helped hundreds of kids experience
the joy of riding a bike. How to Ride a Bike for Kids is for children 4 - 11 years old.
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When: 03/31/2012 01:00 PM Cost:
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Is your child struggling to learn how to ride their bike? Our kid-friendly instructors will help them with their first lesson
(possibly the only lesson they will need)! Our fun, unique and proven instruction methods have helped hundreds of kids experience
the joy of riding a bike. How to Ride a Bike for Kids is for children 4 - 11 years old.
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When: 03/31/2012 01:00 PM Cost:
$
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