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Friday, March 15, 2013
All Clothing 50% OFF This Weekend!
Take 50% off all winter apparel this weekend at Wilderness Supply, in store and online. The sale starts Friday, March 15th with half-price The North Face, Patagonia, and Mountain Hardwear clothing. All remaining winter jackets, midlayers, fleece, and accessories are on sale.
Be sure to check out our The North Face kids' winter outerwear, also on sale!
Smartwool socks and Buff headwear are not included in the sale.
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Buy REEL Paddling Film Festival Tickets in Winnipeg
It's back! Join us for an evening of inspiration and prizes at Winnipeg's 5th annual REEL Paddling Film Festival. Tickets are now available online or at either or our Winnipeg locations.
WHERE: The Park Theater (698 Osborne)
**Please note that the location of this year's screening has changed!**
WHEN: April 10, 2013 at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 6:45.
TICKETS: $14 + GST online or in store. $17 (tax included) at the door (if available).
See some of this years best paddling films from Canada, United States and around the world. You will leave the theater just itching to explore rivers, lakes and oceans. Visit with local paddling groups set up in our lobby before the show and during intermission. Take a chance at winning great prizes and gear!
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Manitoba Parks first in Country to Make Public Beaches and Playgrounds Smoke-free
Great news for those of us who enjoy our time in provincial parks without being left in a cloud of second-hand smoke.
Water Stewardship and Conservation and Seniors and Consumer Affairs announced today that beginning in the summer of 2014, Manitobans and tourists will begin to enjoy smoke-free beaches and playgrounds in provincial parks.
Manitoba will be the first province in Canada to enforce smoke-free parks, with violators facing a hefty fine of $299 if caught. The announcement comes as part of a Parks Strategy that includes initiatives for making parks Gateways to Healthy Living.
Photo: Stephen Depolo via Flickr
Saturday, February 23, 2013
Canoe and Kayak Courses in Winnipeg
Want to learn to canoe and kayak in Winnipeg? Whether you're a beginner looking for the skills and techniques to safely get out on the water, an intermediate paddler keen on tackling whitewater paddling, or an experienced paddle nut interested in certifying as an instructor, WAV paddling and Wilderness Supply have the courses to get you prepped to hit the water running in and around our Winnipeg store.
Whether you're mastering re-entering your kayak in flatwater, how to maneuver a canoe through gnarly class IV rapids, or polishing up that elusive kayak roll, a paddling course is the perfect way to hone your skills and improve your paddling performance.
Canoe and kayak courses also make great gifts for the paddler in your life, plus discounts are available for group bookings! Check out our full list of canoe and kayak courses in Winnipeg for spring/summer 2013 below:
2013 Courses | ||
Kayak Courses (Indoor) | ||
| Kayak Roll Clinics |
March 11, March 18, April 1, April 8 | View Info |
| Intro to Kayaking | April 7 | View Info |
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| Introduction to Kayaking | June 8, June 11&13, June 16, June 18&20, June 29, July 2&4, July 7, July 9&11, July 13, July 16&18, July 21, July 23&25, July 27, July 30 & Aug 1, August 4, August 6&8, August 10, August 13&15, August 18, August 20&22, August 24, August 27&29, Sept 1 | View Info |
| Beginner River Kayaking | June 14-16, July 12-14 | |
| Introduction to Rolling | June 17, June 26, July 3, July 22, August 7, August 21 | View Info |
| Level 1 Sea Kayaking | June 7-9, July 19-21 | View Info |
| Intermediate River Kayaking | June 21-23, July 19-21 | View Info |
Instructor Courses | ||
| Paddle Canada Flatwater Kayak INSTRUCTOR Course | May 9 - 12 | |
| Paddle Canada Level 1 Kayak INSTRUCTOR Course | May 9 - 12 | View Info |
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| Canoe Basics | June 3, June 5, June 11, June 13, June 17, June 19, June 25, June 27, July 2, July 4, July 8, July 10, July 16, July 18, July 22, July 24, August 5, August 7, August 13, August 15, August 19, August 21 | View Info |
| Canoe Fundamentals |
June 2, June 8, June 16, June 23, July 6, July 14, July 20, July 28, August 4, August 10, August 18, August 25 | View Info |
Instructor Courses | ||
| Paddle Canada Lake Canoe Tandem INSTRUCTOR Course | May 3 - 6 | View Info |
Thursday, February 7, 2013
4 Active Winter Events in Winnipeg Next Week
After making it through our standard late-January cold snap, Winnipeg's forecast now is calling for clear skies and single-digit temperatures into next week - the perfect weather for a slew of active winter events taking place from February 9th-15th!
The Jack Frost Challenge
Sign up a team of 1-5 people, then skate, bike, ski, snowshoe, walk or run a combined total of 130 human-powered kilometers from Saturday, February 9th to Friday, February 15th. It doesn't matter where you're going, or for how long. Walk to work. Bike to the grocery store. Ski to the movies! However you rack up the distance, every team that makes the 130km goal will be entered to win great prizes.
The Ice Donkey Adventure Challenge
Winnipeg's Ice Donkey Winter Adventure is 5km like no other, letting you run, slide, crawl and dig in winter inspired obstacles. This Sunday, February 10th participate as teams of any size or solo in this winter running/obstacle style event through winter inspired obstacles and challenges. Compete against others, challenge yourself, or work as a team for ultimate abominable domination. Registration closes tomorrow, February 8th at midnight... so sign up for this one fast if you want to participate.
Winter Bike to Work Day
One great way to rack up some of your Jack Frost distance is to participate in Winnipeg's Winter Bike to Work Day! Winter biking has taken Winnipeg by storm this year. Whether you're a fat tire expert, or just looking to give cold weather cycling a first try, Friday, February 15th is Winter Bike to Work Day in Winnipeg. Register ahead of time for great prizes!
(Trying winter cycling for the first time? Check out Winnipeg Cycle Chick's great suggestions on dressing for winter riding)
Friday, February 15th is going to be a busy one - it's also the second annual Ice it to Work day! Join other participants on Winnipeg's River Trail to skate, ski, snowshoe, bike, run or walk to work. No registration is required - but the first 100 communters to stop by any of the river pit stops will receive prizes, and the Green Action Centre and Peg City Car Co-op’s Pit Stop at the base of the Osborne Bridge will be giving away free hot chocolate.
The best thing about these events? They're non-exclusive! Tackle the first 5 km of your Jack Frost Challenge at Sunday's Ice Donkey event, then skate, bike, ski, snowshoe, walk or run during the week before finishing with Bike to Work on Friday the 15th as part of Ice it to Work Day along the river trail, while rounding out the last of your team's 130 kilometers. Sorted!
Find out More...
The Jack Frost Challenge
Ice Donkey Adventure Challenge
Winter Bike to Work Day
Ice it to Work Day