This article is to consolidate links to various stores and other outdoor equipment references.
Nearby Outdoor Retailers
REI. More variety; expert help (rei.com)
Ramsey Outdoor. Popular variety; some assistance/no experts (ramseyoutdoor.com)
Dick’s Sporting Goods (dickssportinggoods.com)
Internet Outdoor Retailers
Hikerdirect.com. Alps Mountaineering offers a program for Scouts through this discount internet store. While some of its equipment may be too big and bulky for lightweight camping, it is still a good resource because of its discounts.
Campmor (campmor.com)
Moosejaw (moosejaw.com)
Backcountry (backcountry.com)
Other Resources
Outdoorgearlab. Independent reviewer of outdoor equipment. (outdoorgearlab.com)