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Greener Gear New Sustainability Standards from REI Forces Greening of Gear Industry

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Greener Gear: A new set of sustainability guidelines from leading outdoor gear retailer REI will force upwards of 1,000 brands to go greener.

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Going Green

Family Explorers

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One of the best ways to introduce children to the great outdoors is to take them camping. As with other learning experiences, it’s best to start small, hiking in nearby woods or pitching a tent in the backyard.