Trail Creek Outfitters of Glen Mills, PA has become the newest retail member of Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, a buying and advocacy group for independently owned outdoor specialty retailers.

Trail Creek Outfitters has served the Philadelphia community for  32 years by stocking the best outdoor apparel brands and other products made by companies that are responsible, sustainable and use fair trade practices. In addition, it gives back to the community by offering grants to help get kids outside through summer camps, hosting an annual trail running series and partnering with United By Blue for the annual Brandywine River Clean Up.

“We are thrilled to be included in such a prestigious group of retailers,” said Ed Camelli, one of the founders of Trail Creek Outfitters. “It is only through cooperation that the specialty store can compete against the many forces that are challenging us. As the retail climate gets more competitive, we are looking forward to sharing best practices with this group.”

Grassroots President Wes Allen said Trail Creek has defined specialty outdoor retail in the Philadelphia area for years. “They run one of the industry’s most highly regarded shops,” said Allen. “Our entire organization is thrilled and proud to now call Trail Creek Outfitters one of our own.”

Grassroots members operate more than 100 outdoor specialty stores.