travel and rhum

I’m just beginning to get into hiking and still have to get shoes/boots, what store do you recommend getting fitted at?
REI? Sierra Trading Post? L.L Bean?

I’m in the metro Detroit area if there’s small businesses you recommend

I am a currently a healthcare worker but I have fallen so much in love with hiking, mountaineering, and nature. I am sick of the healthcare field (no pun intended) and I have a deep love and respect for nature. I can see myself doing anything in nature everyday of my life and legitimately love it.

I was wondering if there was anyone in a similar boat? Anyone here work where you get to pretty much hike mountains all day and care for the environment?