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Raft Guide School with Boise State Campus Recreation

cascadeoutfitters — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:17:57 +0000

While scrolling through our Twitter feed this morning I noticed a tweet about Raft Guide Schooling happening with Boise State Campus Rec.

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

Start Time:	Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 9:00am
End Time:	Sunday, May 23, 2010 at 6:00pm
Location:	Meet at Boise State Outdoor Program

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

Sweet New Product!

cascadeoutfitters — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:42:43 +0000

Here’s a fun product to start the boating season off with. It’s a backpack that has a cooler inside.

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

Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner!

cascadeoutfitters — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:44:45 +0000

The photo contest has come to an end.

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.

Invasive Species Stickers Online

cascadeoutfitters — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:40:36 +0000

I just found out that you can actually purchase your Invasive Species Sticker online. I’m not sure if this is a new development or something that has been going on for a while, but I thought I’d let you know anyway.

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.

River Permit Results are In!

cascadeoutfitters — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:23:47 +0000

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!!

Photo Contest for Free Gear!

cascadeoutfitters — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:34:07 +0000

How it Works

First: Send your favorite river photo to contest@cascadeoutfitters.com by February 15th at midnight. Please include your name and phone number.

YOU are the judge. On February 16th we will post all entries to our
Facebook Page. A comment is a vote. Voting will run through February 21st until Midnight. Anything after will not be counted. The winner will be announced that week.

Prizes

First Place: The photo with the most votes will win a $50 Gift Certificate to Cascade Outfitters, Special Edition T-Shirt, and a Blog Showcase where we will display your photo with the story behind it.

Second Place: $40 Gift Certificate to Cascade Outfitters, and a Special Edition T-Shirt.

Third Place: $30 Gift Certificate to Cascade Outfitters.

Our 2010 Spring Catalog is right around the corner.

Not on the list? Click Here to get on the list!

Zebra Mussel Spotted in Washington

cascadeoutfitters — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:06:39 +0000

The other day I was reading Zimo’s blog and came across this post.

After reading it I decided to do a little research and find a local news article about the findings. I found this article from the Seattle Times talking about the discovery.

Middle Fork Picked #3 by National Geographic

cascadeoutfitters — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 08:00:13 +0000

While cruising across Echo’s Blog I found a post about National Geographic highlighting the Top 10 Whitewater Rafting.

It looks like the Middle Fork of the Salmon made #3! That’s excellent considering out of the 10, only two of them are in the United States.

Image Source HERE. idahostatesman.com

Who else made the list?

1. Alsek and Tatshenshini Rivers, Alaska/Canada

2. Magpie River, Canada

3. Middle Fork, Salmon River, Idaho

4. Río Upano, Ecuador

5. Futaleufú River, Chile

6. North Johnstone River, Australia

7. Sun Kosi River, Nepal

8. Çoruh River, Turkey

9. Noce River, Italy

10. Zambezi River, Zimbabwe/Zambia

Have you floated any of the top 10? Share it.

Annual Dutch Oven Cook-Off – Wednesday February 3rd

cascadeoutfitters — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:54:57 +0000

Idaho Whitewater Association’s annual Dutch Oven Cook-Off is coming up on Wednesday, February 3 at Cascade Outfitters / Maravia. This is always a fun event, but we need YOUR help to make it a success!

Rules for the Cooks
Charcoal is provided and will be ready at 5 PM
All entries must be cooked on site and ready at 7PM for judging.
A written recipe must accompany all entries.
All entries must have a sufficient quantity for audience(judges) sampling
IWA is not responsible for accidents or damages incurred in this event

Rules for the Audiences
You are the judges, please sample enough of the recipes to be able to have a give an informed vote or opinion.
Bring your appetite and prepare to be dazzled.

Prizes: Two categories this year:
A cooked food category and a dessert category.
$50 1^st Prize in each category
$25 2^nd Prize in each category

If you feel the need for roughage, bring a salad for yourself. (not a judging category) You may want to bring a chair and your beverage of choice as well.

2010 Catalog is in Full Swing

cascadeoutfitters — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:53:55 +0000

It’s been a little bit since we posted but that’s because we’re working hard at getting the catalog ready to launch. We’re expecting it to hit home mid-February. If you don’t receive the catalog you can CLICK HERE to request one.