REI Is Giving Away Free Lifetime Memberships

REI often has incredible sales on outdoor essentials like camping tables and portable grills, but the best deals are always saved for members. If you’re not a member already, you can snag a lifetime membership for just $30 right now and get a $30 gift card just for signing up — that’s right, the membership is effectively free. Plus, it’s a one-time payment that will grant you access to REI membership benefits for life; you’ll never have to pay member dues again. If I weren’t already an REI member, I would hop on this deal ASAP. Now through January 7, 2025, you can become an REI member and immediately receive the gift card after signing up. Take it from someone who loves her REI membership: you won’t regret it.

REI Co-op Membership

If you’re already eyeing camping equipment at REI (who isn’t?) and have a cart that’s worth at least $50, you can add a $30 membership to that same order. That purchase will trigger REI to send a $30 gift card straight to your email inbox. The bonus is valid for 30 days after receipt, so you should definitely set a calendar reminder, though I highly doubt you’ll make it very long before finding something else at REI that would be perfect for your camping gear box.

I’ve been an REI member for over five years now, and the benefits are incredibly generous. Membership comes with 10% back on eligible purchases, which accrue rather quickly when you’re an avid camper, so much so that I once received a steep discount on a Yakima cargo roof box. You’ll get access to exclusive deals with your membership, too, so if you’ve ever stared longingly at the “just for members” badge on a discounted item, now’s the time to grab that membership. Members also receive 20% off on bike and snow shop services in addition to getting access to special member collections.

Start the new year off on an adventurous note with an REI membership, and sign up before January 7, 2025 to receive the $30 gift card.

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