River & Trail Talk

There are a lot of factors that go into our decision of whether or not to carry a brand. Beyond the logistics and demand, we do our best to select brands with high quality products that share our valu …

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Covid 19 has made for a rather unique summer here in the Maritimes. We have been so fortunate to have some additional freedoms here in the wake of the pandemic. Pair that with some stellar weather and …

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A first aid kit is one of those essentials that you should never leave home without.  Feel free to print this one to be sure your stocked with all the backcountry essentials in case things don't …

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Whether you're just getting started or a seasoned hiker, a checklist can help ensure you're bringing along everything you need for every situation.  Feel free to print this one off.  It's a …

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Forgetting something?  If you've ever been on a trip and realized you forgot your headlamp.... or worse....the TP... you understand the importance of having everything packed before you head out …

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It's official. We are now located at 133 Hampton Rd in Rothesay, NB.We opened our doors on Clark Rd over seven years ago, and then doubled in size three years ago, but it was time to take the next ste …

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Paddle boards are a new toy in the paddling sector although their roots go back to the long surfboard. The appeal of paddle boarding for many is simplicity and freedom. Simple because it only req …

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Care and maintenance of your outdoor gear is crucial to its longevity. You pay a lot for quality gear, so you’ll want to make it last.Besides the monetary value in caring for your stuff also consider …

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This is merely one section of many on Ultralight Backpacking. Refer to this post for other categories.FOOD AND DRINKFood will end up being a good portion of the weight that you carry. Prepackaged dehy …

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This is merely one section of many on Ultralight Backpacking. Refer to this post for other categories. SHELTERThere are 4 main types of shelter for all backpackers and all have lightweight …

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Full disclosure, I'm going to totally geek out on this topic and if you end up deciding ultralight backpacking (UB) is for you, then you will geek out too.You will become a gram counter and obsess ove …

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This is merely one section of many on Ultralight Backpacking. Refer to this post for other categories. CLOTHING & MANAGEMENTThis area is highly personal so you will have to experiment to find out wha …

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