River & Trail Talk

A winter wonderland is magical and provides a playground for kids aged 0 to 102. Building snowmen, sliding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and so much more. There are endless possibilities to stay active outdoors in the snow.But, what about when there is no snow. We are located in the Maritimes after all, so it’s pretty common for snow to come and go throughout the chilly months. Without s …

As exciting as shiny new gear is - gear with a story carries significantly more pride.Just like scratched up hardwood floors that tell the story of excited family pets running to greet you or mini stick games in the living room, outdoor gear shines by sharing its past adventures with each blemish. With that, let me share the story of the unassuming tent.Years ago, long before I worked for an outdo …

When you think of sleeping in a tent, you probably envision a warm summer night in the forest. But, what if you could continue camping all year round. I know not everyone steps outside after a snowstorm and thinks “Hmmm, wouldn’t it be nice to sleep out here tonight?” - yet that’s exactly what we are talking about today.Let’s re-imagine that initial tenting vision.The sky is clear and the stars ar …

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-storeWHAT: 15% OFF Store-wide (Some exceptions). For eligible Clearance items, an extra 15% is applied.HOW: NO discount code is needed. When shopping online, the discount is automatically applied to eligi …

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 have been creative with their packaging since the beginning. When prAna launched in 1992, in California; founders Beaver and Pam Theodasakis re-used cardboard grocery boxes for shipping and handmade t …