Also called: Outdoor Retail Associate
Helps customers at outdoor stores like REI choose hiking, camping, climbing and paddling gear, fitting boots and explaining how equipment works.
An outdoor retail specialist fits hiking boots, explains tent features, and helps customers plan gear for trips. Many staff are avid hikers or climbers.
Approximate.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. A high school diploma plus paid on-the-job product training; your own hiking, camping or climbing experience is what stores look for.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Growing about average. Steady.
Medium risk for 10 years. Online shopping and AI gear advice compete; in-store expertise and fitting boots and packs still matter.
Age 16+. One way to start: Apply at REI, Dick's, Bass Pro or a local outdoor shop; your own hiking or camping helps
Classes: Business or DECA, Physical education, Environmental science.
Official data: O*NET occupation 41-2031.
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