When we got to camp, later that day, I held my breath as I opened our clothes and sleeping dry bags. Everything was DRY!!!!! I was so excited. I was sold on those bags before but now all our friends are going to get them!!! Thanks for a great product. Keep up the good work!

Yours truly,
Kathy Daly

]]> http://blog.cascadeoutfitters.com/2010/07/13/thank-you-kathy-for-the-kind-words/feed/ 0 Cascade Outfitters Kathy's First Flip http://blog.cascadeoutfitters.com/2010/06/18/peak-flow-contest-winner-announcement/ http://blog.cascadeoutfitters.com/2010/06/18/peak-flow-contest-winner-announcement/#comments Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:49:27 +0000 cascadeoutfitters http://blog.cascadeoutfitters.com/?p=304 ]]> Congratulations to the winner of our “Guess the Peak Flow” contest, Nate Bookman

from Portland, Oregon! Nate will be enjoying the luxuries of home wherever he goes,

with his brand new Maravia Silverback Pad! At 4” thick, the Silverback is one of the

best pads on the market. Oversized raft valves make inflate and deflate a breeze!

You can check them out here:

http://www.cascadeoutfitters.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&product_id=1317

Myself and the staff here at Cascade Outfitters would like to thank everyone for

participating and making us your top source for your rafting needs! It is your passion

and enthusiasm that keep us doing what we do, and we wish you many happy river

miles this summer!

Sincerely,

Neil L.
]]> http://blog.cascadeoutfitters.com/2010/06/18/peak-flow-contest-winner-announcement/feed/ 1 Cascade Outfitters Silverback Pad http://blog.cascadeoutfitters.com/2010/04/28/can-you-guess-peak-flow/ http://blog.cascadeoutfitters.com/2010/04/28/can-you-guess-peak-flow/#comments Wed, 28 Apr 2010 17:37:45 +0000 cascadeoutfitters http://blog.cascadeoutfitters.com/?p=296 ]]> Spring is in the air.  We’re starting to see lots of people in and out of the store who are preparing for their river trips.

What a better way to start off the season by winning free stuff?  Everyone likes free stuff, right?

We want to know what you think the peak flow that the Middle Fork of the Salmon River (in feet at the MF Lodge) will hit as well as the day you think it will happen.  The winner will be chosen by the flow, but we will use the date as a tie breaker if more than one person picks the same flow.

The winner will receive a Maravia Silverback Pad!

TO ENTER

To enter Silverback Pad giveaway answer the following question in the Comments section of this post:

What do you think the peak flow of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River will be?   What day do you think it will happen?

THE RULES

One entry per person, please.

No entries after 5/7/2010

Winners will be selected after the peak flow.

Good luck!

We are hiring for 3 positions!

We are seeking reliable and outgoing people to join our terrific sales staff for the summer.

Part-time shipping June-July

Part-time sales May-August

Full-time sales year round starting in April.

Must be able to work Saturdays 10-4 through the summer.

Knowledge of whitewater rafting and camping gear is very helpful, but is not required for hiring.

Send resumes or send inquiries to Neil Lutsenhizer (neil@cascadeoutfitters.com)

or Tamara Kenyon (tamara@cascadeoutfitters.com)

When sending your resume, please mention which position you’re applying for.

208-322-4411

We’re always getting questions from new boaters asking about guide training. Here’s your chance. Info and link below:

Idaho is a whitewater Mecca! Whether you want to work as a raft guide, or learn how to safely take your friends and family on vacation, this is the training trip for you! The Outdoor Program can help you get there; we have been running rivers since our inception. This program is an intensive, hands-on, 9-day experience on three classic Idaho rafting runs. The course will cover river hydrology, guiding techniques and tips, boat maneuvering, safety and self-rescue, and lots of practice guiding Class III rapids. Participants will camp as a group for the duration of the course.

COST: $450
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: APR 30

REGISTER AT HTTP://REC.BOISESTATE.EDU

Discretion’s the name of the game with this ultimate tailgating pack. 

Featuring all the normal storage space you demand from a backpack, plus an integrated cooler with room enough to haul 12 cans along with blue ice, the Brewha Backpack is the ultimate party/picnic unit.

A discrete zip on the pack’s lower rear allows you to access beverages on the fly without having to take off the backpack.

The rugged, non-slip bottom is armed with moisture-repellent Omni-Shield® to handle the abuse of parking lots and lakeside haunts.

An externally accessible laptop sleeve stows your computer securely, while two water-bottle pockets keep hydration within an arm’s reach.

Brewha Backpack Cooler from Columbia Sportswear features include:

• A padded insulated compartment, discrete beverage access zipper
• Externally accessible padded sleeve and dual water bottle pockets
• Made with 600D polyester using Omni-Shield advanced repellency and has a rugged non-slip bottom.
• Size: 18.75 x 9.75 x 8.75″
• Volume: 22.6 liters.

CHECK IT OUT HERE

Thanks to everyone who participated. It was fun to see all the participation.

Here are the winners:

Honorable Mention

Although this photo didn’t place in the top 3, it would have been 4th place if we had one.

Third Place

Second Place

First Place

Email tamara@cascadeoutfitters.com to claim your prize.

As you know we also have them available in-store as well and would LOVE to see you.

For the busy individual, CLICK HERE to purchase your stickers online.

Did you get the DENIED or SUCCESSFUL e-mail from the Four Rivers Lottery?

Well we got denied….but are quickly trying to make friends with all the SUCCESSES!!

Bring in a copy of your e-mail (either a success or denial) and receive 15% OFF (excluding boats) to spend in the store during February 2010.

Are you quick?  The first 20 people receive a Cascade Outfitters Cap!!