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New store will be the outdoor retailer's tenth location in the state

SEATTLE, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op will open a store in Loveland, Colorado in summer 2024. The location will bring a wide assortment of outdoor gear and expertise for camping, cycling, running, fitness, hiking, paddling, climbing, and more. For those who enjoy biking and snow sports, certified mechanics will staff a full-service bike and ski shop.

"REI's presence in Colorado began in 1983 with our first store in Denver. Loveland will be our tenth location in the state," said Janet Hopkins, REI regional director for the Rockies/Great Plains region. "We look forward to serving the community and visitors who come to enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park, Long View Trail and the Colorado Front Range Trail, and endless outdoor opportunities. REI will also seek partnerships with local outdoor nonprofits to support their efforts in protecting natural places and welcoming more people outside."

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REI actively partners with nonprofits across the country that connect people to the outdoors. In the last five years, Colorado nonprofits received more than $4.1 million from REI. Complementing REI's community investments, REI Cooperative Action Fund invests in nonprofits building more equitable and inclusive outdoor communities. In the last three years, this community supported nonprofit distributed more than $1.1 million to Colorado nonprofits. To learn more about REI Cooperative Action Fund grantees, visit www.reifund.org/grantees.

REI is the country's largest consumer co-op, though everyone is welcome to shop at its stores and tap into the vast amount of expertise provided by the co-op's store staff and online resources. Members who join the co-op enjoy a wide range of benefits, including a used gear trade-in program called Re/Supply; discounts on shop services and experiences; a share of the co-op's annual profits based on qualifying purchases; and more.

Join the REI teamREI expects to hire approximately 40 employees for the new Loveland store. Candidates interested in joining the REI team can apply online at REI.jobs. Those interested can set up a job alert on the co-op's career site to be notified when positions are posted. New employees will receive a variety of benefits, including generous product and service discounts, competitive pay, and retirement contributions. Health insurance is also offered to both full-time and part-time employees.

About the REI Co-opREI is a specialty outdoor retailer, headquartered near Seattle. The nation's largest consumer co-op, REI is a growing community of 23 million members who expect and love the best quality gear, inspiring expert classes and trips, and outstanding customer service. If you can't visit one of our many stores, you can shop at REI.com, REI Outlet or the REI shopping app. Everyone is welcome to shop REI, but members who join the co-op enjoy a range of benefits. More than a retailer, REI is a purpose-driven and values-led company dedicated to enabling life outside for all.

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REI’s presence in Colorado began in 1983 with a store in Denver.

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Rendering of REI Co-op in Loveland, Colo.

LOVELAND, Colo. — Outdoor retailer REI Co-op has announced it plans to open a store in Loveland this summer.

REI said it will open a 23,000-square-foot store at The Marketplace at Centerra near U.S. Highway 34 and Interstate 25.

REI said its Loveland store will have a full-service bike and ski shop, as well as camping, cycling, running, fitness, hiking, paddling and climbing supplies. The location will be REI's tenth location in Colorado.

The company expects to hire approximately 40 employees for the new Loveland store. Interested candidates can apply online at REI.jobs.

"REI’s presence in Colorado began in 1983 with our first store in Denver. Loveland will be our tenth location in the state," said Janet Hopkins, REI regional director for the Rockies/Great Plains region.

"We look forward to serving the community and visitors who come to enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park, Long View Trail and the Colorado Front Range Trail, and endless other outdoor opportunities. REI will also seek partnerships with local outdoor nonprofits to support their efforts in protecting natural places and welcoming more people outside."

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The nation’s largest consumer co-op, REI has 23 million members, including 61,000 existing members in the Loveland area and 1.32 million existing members in Colorado. REI is headquartered near Seattle.

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Rendering of REI Co-op in Loveland, Colo.

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A bodega-style convenience store has soft-opened in downtown Loveland, hoping to serve a need, providing basic items, from candy and snacks to detergent and batteries, for nearby residents and downtown visitors.

Jack Jack’s 4th Street Market officially opened along Fourth Street Jan. 10, welcoming in residents to grab a quick snack or drink and head back on their way.

Melody Bettenhausen, one of the owners of the store along with Ashley Smith and James and Jean Baranowski, had talked for years about the need for a place in downtown Loveland where people can pick up a bag of chips or a drink as they are on break or a quick necessity that they may have forgotten at the grocery store.

“We know there is a need for basic goods down here,” she said.

She said that while the friends kicked around the idea for years, when a storefront along Fourth Street opened up they decided to bring Jack Jack’s to downtown residents.

The name of the store and its logo, just like its ownership, is local as well. Jack, the Baranowskis’ dog is not only the communal dog for the friend group, according to Bettenhausen, but became the namesake and logo when Jean sent a photo of the light-colored pooch holding a loaf of bread in his mouth to the friend group.

The small Fourth Street store now offers residents a wide array of items. From an assortment of chips and snacks to a fridge full of beverages as well as some household items, such as laundry detergent and toilet paper. Bettenhausen said they also plan to offer other grab-and-go items like breakfast burritos and sandwiches and coffee, among other things.

Bettenhausen said the goal is to offer basic needs for the people living in downtown Loveland, those working and those spending time among the many shops and restaurants.

“A lot of the people down here are walking by really quick or living in apartments,” she said. “We need to be convenient for those people.”

While the team is planning to hold a grand opening during the Sweetheart Festival in early February, the store opened its doors for a “super soft opening” Jan. 10, welcoming in friends and curious local residents.

“It feels good,” James Baranowski said of finally being open. “I think there had been a lot of buzz with people downtown. It was really just fun to see people peeking in windows or just opening the door to chat … to let them know what is going on. It was a very good vibe.”

Bettenhausen said the space is not only providing those basic needs, but a functional place for local residents to go.

“We really felt strongly about filling that need of convenience and basic goods,” she said. “We wanted to be part of the community and we wanted to find a way to incorporate all the things we love.”

Jack Jack’s 4th Street Market, 114 E. Fourth St., will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, though Sunday hours may vary. More information and store updates can be found on the store’s Facebook page.

? The premier celestial event of the year, indeed of the decade?, is the total eclipse of the sun ?that is set to occur on April 8.

This will be the last such event until Aug?. 12, 2045.

Unlike the annular eclipse of last October in which the outer rim of the sun remained visible, this solar eclipse will completely cover the sun’s disk.

The path of the center line of totality will be about 120 miles wide and will pass through Dallas; Little Rock, A?r?k.; Indianapolis?; Cleveland and Niagara Falls, N?.Y.

This upcoming eclipse promises to be far more impressive than last October’s version, as there will be several aspects of this total eclipse ??that will be interesting, noteworthy? and visible without optical aid.

As the moon slides over the sun’s visible disk, the sky will begin to darken as temperatures drop and a silence falls over the land.

As the last rays of the solar photosphere are eclipsed, one bright spot appears at the edge of the eclipsed solar disk accompanied by a faint ring of light around the rest of the eclipsed disk. This effect is referred to by astronomers as the Diamond Ring effect.

As the “diamond” fades, it is replaced for a few seconds by tiny threads of light peeking through the mountains and valleys at the edge of the lunar disk. These threads are referred to as Baily’s beads.

With the disappearance of Baily’s beads, the full glory of a total solar eclipse now takes center stage. The eclipsed sun’s disk becomes surrounded by an irregular pattern of light from the outer regions of the sun’s atmosphere called the corona.

The structure of the corona can change from eclipse to eclipse with the changes in the solar activity cycle.

Depending on where an observer is located along the path of totality, this total eclipse can last as long as ?f?our and a half minutes.

With the sun darkened, objects which would normally be lost in the solar glare can now be seen.

For this eclipse a naked eye observer should be able to easily see the planets Venus, Mars, Saturn? and Jupiter as well as the first magnitude stars Capella, Rigel and Aldebaran. There is a possibility that a relatively faint sun-grazing comet named Pos-Brooks might also be visible.

As viewed from Loveland, observers will see a partial eclipse in which the sun will appear to have a bite taken out of it, as if some giant celestial creature were trying to eat the sun, The partial phase begins at around 11:18 ?a?.m., reaches its maximum phase of 65% at 12:40 ?p.m., and ends at 1:59 ?p?.m.

Do not look directly at the sun lest you incur eye damage.

There are numerous online sites where one can obtain “eclipse? glasses” to view the event safely.

For those of you fortunate enough to be able to travel to the path of totality, may you be blessed with clear skies wherever you might end up along the eclipse path!

Meanwhile, Happy Easter to one and all!

Elsewhere in the sky: The planet Jupiter can be seen during the first week of April for about 30 minutes or so after sunset.

The planets Mars and Saturn rise together in the east about 45 minutes before sunrise all month long.

Venus and Mercury are too close to the sun to be easily seen during April, save during solar totality on April 8.?

New mega outdoor world destination retail store will offer vast assortment of quality gear at great prices, supported by genuine, friendly expert service

LOVELAND, Colo. (August 23, 2023) – Bass Pro Shops announced plans today for a new destination retail store in Loveland, Colorado.

The opening of the 130,000 sq. ft. Outdoor World will mark the sixth Bass Pro Shops location in Colorado, as it continues to expand its presence to serve the passionate sportsmen and women in the Rocky Mountain region. This new location will offer the widest selection of quality products at the best prices around, providing genuine, friendly expert service.

“We are very excited to announce this new location and continue to strengthen our relationship with the western sportsmen and women of Colorado and beyond,” said legendary angler, and noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris. “This new store will make it easier for the people and families who love to hunt the mountains and high plains of the West and fish its rich streams to spend time together in the great outdoors.”

Located along US I-25, Loveland is a major thorough-fare from Denver to Cheyenne, Wy. that frequents many hunters and outdoorsmen and women seeking adventure across the range of the Rockies. The announced retail store will anchor the new “Brands at the Ranch” development.

“Having Bass Pro Shops select and anchor our ‘Brands at the Ranch’ Project will indeed ignite the original vision for this area and will most certainly relocate the retail center of gravity of Northern Colorado to the crossroads corridor,” said The Water Valley Company CEO, Martin Lind. “We are so honored they have chosen our project and this site!”

Voted America’s Best Retailer For Outdoor Gear

In addition to a vast assortment of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, the store will showcase industry-leading boat brands, including TRACKER, NITRO, MAKO, SUN TRACKER, REGENCY and TAHOE. Built by Bass Pro’s White River Marine Group, the World’s Best-Selling Boats are sold factory direct at money-saving prices. The store’s inventory will be tailored to the needs of hunting and fishing in the region. In addition, the new location will display a selection of new TRACKER OFF ROAD ATVs and side-by-side vehicles, America’s fastest growing brand of off-road vehicles.

More than just a fishing and hunting store, the retail destination will offer equipment and clothing for all outdoor adventures, including hiking, backpacking, wildlife viewing, camping, and other related outdoor gear. A gift and nature center will feature a wide variety of outdoor-themed and related items, including Big Cedar Home & Cabin décor and accessories. Men’s, Ladies’ and Children’s apparel sections will offer a wide assortment of brands, including RedHead, TrueTimber, ASCEND, World Wide Sportsman, and Natural Reflections, along with many more popular brands for greater selection, quality and value.

Immersive outdoor features

In addition to providing customers with the outdoor products they love, a team of talented artists and craftsmen will design the store’s localized imagery to celebrate the beauty of the Rocky Mountain region and reinforce its immersive outdoor theme. The signature creativity and attention to detail are hallmarks of every experience envisioned by Johnny Morris, who often is referred to as “The Walt Disney of the Outdoors” for his knack to create immersive experiences that connect people with nature.

Unique exterior and interior motifs have branded Bass Pro Shops as visually appealing, high-quality outdoor retail destinations that customers love. In addition to providing a fun outdoor experience indoors, Bass Pro Shops locations feature a large aquarium and water features stocked with native fish species, thousands of local antiques and artifacts, hundreds of trophy fish and wildlife mounts, and murals depicting local scenes.

Celebrating conservation and community

Conservation, another trademark of Johnny’s and a signature company value, will play an important role in the store’s mission. The new location will host dozens of events throughout the year aimed at connecting new audiences – and particularly children – to the outdoors. Hands-on demonstrations and interactive activities will be offered such as “Gone Fishing,” an annual event which aims to introduce families to fishing through catch-and-release ponds, casting games and free fishing seminars with the goal of creating the next generation of conservationists. More than 100,000 kids caught a fish at Bass Pro Shops events last year alone, many for the first time. The store also will support local conservation organizations that protect wildlife and habitat.

10% Discount Every Day to Honor Those on the Front Lines

Bass Pro Shops recently announced the expansion of their Legendary Salute Program honoring veterans, active military, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and state fish and wildlife agency employees, doubling their discount to 10% on almost everything in all Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s locations in the United States and Canada (with a 5% discount on firearms and ammo). This program honors those who have or are currently serving on the front lines in Mississippi and throughout the country who defend our freedoms including our opportunities to hunt, fish and spend time in the great outdoors.

Bass Pro Shops CLUB program rewards customers and supports conservation

The new location also will proudly showcase Bass Pro Shops CLUB, the outdoor industry’s premier loyalty program recognizing the company’s most loyal customers. Benefits available to CLUB Members include extra savings on gear with exclusive discounts, the ability to redeem points for free gear, and exclusive access to unique events – both in-store and at some of the top hunting and fishing destinations around the world. CLUB Members play a key role in supporting Bass Pro Shops’ conservation mission.

Bass Pro Shops: Celebrating more than 50 Years as the World’s Leader in the Great Outdoors

Last year, Bass Pro Shops celebrated 50 years of serving those who love the great outdoors. As an avid young angler Johnny Morris started Bass Pro Shops with passion from a single location in an 8-square-foot section of his dad’s liquor store in Springfield, MO. Today the company enjoys the support of the most dedicated customer base in the outdoors. Bass Pro Shops has long been recognized as the World’s Leading supplier of premium fishing tackle and adds to that by recently being voted America’s #1 Retailer for Camping & Outdoor Gear.

Bass Pro Shops’ dedication to offering the widest selection of quality products at the best price and to providing genuine, friendly expert service lie at the foundation of the company’s culture. Bass Pro Shops, named by Forbes as “one of America’s Best Employers” is expected to employ more than 115 “Outfitters” at its new Loveland location, many of whom will come from the local region. The new retail store is expected to open in 2025. To learn more and apply to join the team of World’s Foremost Outfitters visit basspro.com/careers.

About Bass Pro ShopsBass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops acquired Cabela’s to create a “best-of-the- best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unsurpassed collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors.

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