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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
Friday, January 18, 2013
ON NOW - up to 60% off ALL apparel and footwear
Deals like this don't happen every day! On NOW at Wilderness Supply, all in-stock apparel and footwear is on sale.
The more you buy, the more you save - your first item is 40% off, your second is 50% off, and your third, fourth or more items are 60% off! That's right - every single parka, winter boot, technical shell, cozy fleece, and waterproof mitt is on sale up to 60% off.
Get your discounted gear now, while your size is still in stock! Sale ends February 2nd.
These great deals are only available in store - but our online customers can still find 30-50% off ALL clothing and footwear on our clearance page until February 2nd!
*Subsequent items must be of equal or lesser value. Sale excludes smartwool socks and buff headwear.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Job Opportunity - Join the Wilderness Supply Team!
Do you have a passion for the outdoors and quality equipment that you would like to share with others?
Come work with our Wilderness Supply team!
We are now accepting applications for the full-time position of store manager at our Winnipeg East (42 Speers Road) location. Applicants must display extensive retail and management / supervisory experience - plus a strong passion for the outdoors!
Job Profile – Store Manager
Wilderness Supply is searching for an outgoing, highly motivated individual to join our growing team.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Store Manager is responsible for supervising and motivating employees, customer satisfaction and the day-to-day running of the store at a profit.
The Manager is responsible for displaying goods and equipment, managing store inventory and overseeing sales. The Manager is also responsible for ensuring all staff are trained and knowledgeable about the products being sold in the store.
The Manager is responsible for occupational safety and employee relations within the store.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
- Post secondary education; studies in the area of business, sales would be an asset.
- Minimum 2 – 4 years related experience including experience with overseeing sales while demonstrating a proven track record in sales achievement and personnel management.
- Thorough knowledge in the field of wilderness backcountry equipment is essential.
- Experience in outdoor activities is essential; expertise in paddling would be an asset
- Experience in computerized systems; ability to learn computer systems, specific to the business.
Skills, Ability & Knowledge:
- A dedication and drive to provide superior customer service;
- Knowledge of market;
- Ability to track budget expenses;
- Strong decision making abilities;
- Conflict resolution;
- Knowledge of principles pertaining to the pricing of inventory;
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain vendor relationships;
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written;
- Superior organizational skills;
- Goal oriented with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment;
- A passion for continued education;
- Must be willing to undergo a Criminal Record Check.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
- Maintains store staff by assisting with the recruitment and selection of employees; orients and trains new and current employees.
- Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
- Achieves financial objectives by assisting with the preparation of an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
- Prepares reports and evaluates the success of all daily operations and sales.
- Identifies current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
- Ensures availability of merchandise and services by approving contracts; maintaining inventories.
- Assists with the formulation of pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities; makes recommendations pertaining to clearance sales; studies and analyses trends.
- Secures merchandise by following prescribed programs and methods.
- Protects employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environment.
- Maintains the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- Abides by all operational and personnel policies and procedures; makes suggestions for revisions for improvement as necessary.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Other related duties as assigned.
WORKING HOURS:
Full time. 8 hours per day minimum, Weekdays & weekends.
SALARY:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience; Bonus incentives plus a comprehensive benefits package is offered.
Please forward all resumes to: info@WildernessSupply.ca Attention: Rick Shone
Thursday, December 20, 2012
2012 Holiday Hours
The holidays are upon us! If you're looking to pick up some last minute gifts for under that tree, check out our holiday hours for 2012:
Wilderness Supply 2012 Holiday Hours
Thursday, December 20 - 10-7
Friday, December 21 - 10-7
Saturday, December 22 - 10-5
Sunday, December 23 - 12-5
(42 Speers Road ONLY will be closed)
Monday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) - 10-4
Tuesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) - CLOSED
Wednesday, December 26 (Boxing Day) - CLOSED
December 27-30 - Regular Hours
Monday, December 31 (New Years Eve) - 10-5
Tuesday, January 1 (New Years Day) - CLOSED
Looking for some last-minute gift ideas? Check out our holiday gift guides:
Wilderness Supply Holiday Gift Guide
Gifts for outdoor enthusiasts on any budget
Gifts for Outdoorsy Guys
Fathers, husbands, brothers, boyfriends...
Gifts for Outdoorsy Gals
Mothers, wives, sisters, girlfriends...
Gifts for Little Adventurers
Babies, toddlers, kids...
Monday, December 10, 2012
We Talk Winter Jackets on Breakfast Television
We stop by Breakfast Television Winnipeg to talk down, synthetic, winter jackets and.... dance moves?? Find out all about how to stay warm this winter with BTWinnipeg and Wilderness Supply.