REI (Recreational Equipment Inc), a US retailer providing quality outdoor gear and clothing, has just announced plans to open a new store in Greenville, South Carolina this fall.

Other REI stores in California (left), Texas (middle) and Michigan (right)

Located at the intersection of I-85 and Woodruff Road, REI Greenville will offer the top brands of outdoor gear and apparel for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, hiking, paddling and travel products.

The one-story, approximately 22,000 square-foot store will house a bike shop for quick assemblies and repairs, and a seasonal gear rental department for customers looking to test new activities. It will also feature a community space for REI and its local partners to hold outdoor-related classes, presentations and events.

The new store in Greenville will be the first REI location in South Carolina. The company’s next closest REI is currently located in Asheville, N.C. REI operates 114 retail stores in the US and two online stores, rei.com and REI-OUTLET.com, and will open eight new stores by the end of the year.

For 14 consecutive years, REI has been recognized by FORTUNE magazine as one of “100 Best Companies to Work for in America.” Hiring for the new store will occur approximately three months prior to the opening, where REI will recruit approximately 50 employees who share a passion for the outdoors and a commitment to quality customer service.