Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Nov 23rd
River & Trail Talk
Let's celebrate like it's our 10 Year Anniversary [again] with a 4-Day Black Friday sale!Here's what you need to know:WHEN: Friday, November 25 until Monday, November 28, 2022WHERE: Online and In-stor
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Nov 16th
Brand Feature: prAna | The One Without Plastic Packaging
It is always an exciting day when a new shipment arrives at River & Trail Outdoor Co. Even more exciting is when that new shipment arrives without plastic! One brand that excels at this is prAna.They
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Oct 24th
Brand Feature: Cotopaxi
Despite its unique beginnings in 2014 as a brand that got it’s popularity from two Llamas off of Craiglist and a slew of selfies on social media, Cotopaxi is committed to way more than trending online
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Oct 14th
Who is River and Trail?
We are a small, family business that thrives because of our local outdoor community.River & Trail Outdoor Company was started in 2012 in Rothesay, New Brunswick by Sean and Sarah Creary. Over the
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Jul 4th
Hydration on the trail: Filtering out the complexities
This is a general overview of water filters and hydration packs to be used outside. Before an outing, it is important to do some research on your specific destination, and also know that international
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Jun 6th
Tick Tips (and Other Insect Protection) to Save Your Sanity Outside
This happens every year: The snow melts and our excitement for summer adventures and longer days builds after a long, cold winter.But then we are reminded of a small nuisance that can negatively alter
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Jun 2nd
How to Choose an Old Town Canoe (Brand Feature)
In 1898, a wood and canvas canoe was built behind a hardware store in Old Town, Maine. That canoe kicked off the legacy that is Old Town Canoe Company, which continues to thrive in the present day. In
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 May 24th
Brand Feature: Fjällräven
“Born out of a vision to make nature more accessible”, Fjällräven has been creating timeless, quality outdoor gear since 1960.Beginning with an aluminum frame backpack, Åke Nordin founded the company
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 May 8th
How To Hike with a Baby
This is written from the perspective of a new mom, with a 1 year old.When I was pregnant, I shared with a friend that I envisioned hiking often with my baby, while he napped. I followed up by saying I
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 May 2nd
How (and Why) to Clean Your Hiking Boots
Our wallet and the environment benefits greatly when we take care of our hiking boots. Regular cleaning extends their life so you can enjoy many years with your hiking footwear. Our hiking boots are b
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Mar 31st
Trash Talk: Pick up litter and save the world
What do the woods, the shore and the side of the highway have in common?Trash. A completely unnecessary and absolutely ridiculous amount of trash.Mixed in with the beauty of the outdoors, litter is an
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Mar 24th
The Pack with The All Mighty Guarantee | A Brand Feature: Osprey Packs
When you enter River & Trail, there is always a pack wall in sight. ‘Pack’, as in Backpacks, not as in a pack of wolves. Although not unlike a wolf pack, the wall sometimes migrates throughout the sto
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