Opt Outside on Black Friday

DEM joins REI to encourage Rhode Islanders to '#OptOutside' on Black Friday

Fall hike at Goddard Memorial State Park — Goddard Memorial State Park

Fishing at Lincoln Woods State Park — Lincoln Woods State Park

Hiking at Lincoln Woods State Park — Lincoln Woods State Park

Group hike at Great Swamp Management Area — Great Swamp Management Area (blaze orange clothing required!)

Flyfishing the Narrow River — Narrow River

Surfer near Point Judith — Point Judith Narragansett

DEM, along with specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-Op, are encouraging individuals and families to opt for a healthier way to spend Black Friday - one that reconnects them with nature by spending time outdoors.

Rhode Island's natural and public assets – including 1,000 campsites, 8,200 acres of parkland, 400 miles of hiking and biking trails, 200 fishing spots, 25 parks, and nature preserves, and eight saltwater beaches – offer healthy, stress-free alternatives to crowded Black Friday shopping. From hiking, biking, fishing, and more, there are many ways to enjoy time outdoors.

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This Black Friday, instead of standing in line at the store, head outdoors to walk off that Thanksgiving meal! You can choose to a self-guided trek at a RI State Park or join in volunteer-led hikes at a local Land Trust.

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