Hiking Checklists for the Gear You Actually Need
Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Dec 31st
Taryn put together some handy printable checklists for you to reference when getting ready for your next hiking adventure. Click the links below and use as you see fit!DAY-HIKING: https://riverandtrail.ca/river-trail-talk/dayhikin...BACKPACKING: https://riverandtrail.ca/river-trail-talk/backpack...FIRST-AID KIT: https://riverandtrail.ca/river-trail-talk/firstaid...Happy Hiking!
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Where to Cross Country Ski in the Greater Saint John area?
Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Dec 5th
The spring and summer brought a lot more people outdoors to enjoy our local wonders and epic hiking trails, campsites and swimming holes. With the winter upon us and a continued sense uncertainty in the air, we suspect (and hope) everyone continues to enjoy as much time outside as possible to stay active and well. If you are in the Saint John area, you all well aware you live in a winter playgroun
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We need to talk about Black Friday.
Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Nov 27th
Off the top, let us be clear: we are having a Black Friday sale this year. But first, can we talk about Black Friday - and all sales events for that matter? As a small business and retail store, we rely on consumers to make purchases (and couldn't be more appreciative of each and every one of you!) but we still don't want to encourage or motivate unnecessary buying. With an overwhelming amoun
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Warm Feet are Happy Feet
Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Nov 24th
The temperature keeps dropping which means our toes are getting chilly. Insulated boots and socks can work wonders for most of us, on most occasions, but there are times when we need more. Enter winter insoles and heated socks!We carry 3 different types of winter insoles and 1 type of heated sock at River & Trail Outdoor Company:
Sidas Winter InsolesSidas 3FEET® Merino InsolesBlundstones Sheepski
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Brand Feature: Patagonia - “We're in business to save our home planet”
Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Oct 6th
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 values and are doing what they can to be part of the solution.Patagonia is no exception to this. They are aware of their impact - the good and the ugly - and they make every effort to improve the process.
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