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In Our March Issue
Do you know your Alberni Outpost Outfitter?
Deal of the Day on Twitter!
Above the Fog. Hiking up Mt. Benson
Duncan Store Opening Soon!
Under the Eagle's Nest
Reel Paddling Film Festival
Adventure Centre Opens Weekends 
 
As of March 31st the Adventure Centre will be reopening for weekends! 
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Check out our website for tours and lessons as well as rental rates! Don't hesitate to call us for reservations!
Do you know your Alberni Outpost outfitter?
This month's outstanding outfitter is Laura.
 
Laura 
Laura is an avid hiker, kayak specialist and footwear guru. Having lived on Vancouver Island since she was 9, she's knows Mt. Benson like the back of her hand and has explored the Gulf Islands to its fullest.
Going on a trip to Europe and need some help deciding what to bring?Talk to Laura!

Twitter Deal of the Day 

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 In case you missed it...

 

Alberni Outpost's blow-your-mind deal of the day

 

Here are some of the deals you could have snagged last week:

 

30% off all Keen shoes

50% off Sherpa Apparel

 50% off Columbia Apparel

40% off Timberland Footwear

35% off Aquabound Paddles

40% off Masks, Fins and Snorkels 

 

These deals are over, but don't worry! Just follow us on twitter to watch for more great bargins!

 

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Don't have Twitter but still want to partake in these incredible deals.
 
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Click here to receive daily Twitter deals by email! 
Port Alberni Reopens 
March 9, 2012
 
Port Alberni Store 
Across the Island to Serve You Better 
  

5161 River Road Port Alberni, BC

1-800-325-3921

(Closed, reopens March 2012)

 

108-109 Trans Canada Hwy. Duncan, BC

(Opens April 2012)

 

3-1661 Cliffe Ave. Courtenay, BC

250-871-0264

 

8-3200 North Island Hwy. Nanaimo, BC

1-866-760-0011

  New Gear, Toys and All the Good Stuff
It's that time of the year again to make room  
for the new goodies in your adventure arsenal.  From new boats, paddling accessories to new clothing! 

This spring season has  the most diverse and flexible gear. With new paddling equipment, packs, clothing and tons of footwear!

 

The KeenŽ Whisper Slide is this season's new sandal for women. With the same loved anatomical footbed and all around comfort.

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 Keep in mind when engaging in Spring cleaning to keep lightly used equipment to discard during Gear Swaps and other publicly engaging events.

 To see more of this season's clothing click here!

We look forward to fitting you into this seasons new gear!
 

ABOVE THE FOG

Hiking up Mount Benson

 By Paul Chapman, NALT

 

Reproduced with permission from the News from NALT newsletter.
Fog Nanaimo - NALT
The Fog above Nanaimo

On this Saturday morning in February, I set off to hike up Mount Benson with Gabe, a dog borrowed from a friend, for company. The morning starts out cold and foggy-a far cry from the weather forecast of clear skies-but the dog doesn't seem to mind.

 There is a thin skiff of ice on Benson View Road as we approach the new parking area at the official trail- head access to the Mount Benson Regional Park. 

 
To read the rest of Paul's article of his hike up Mt. Benson either visit our blog click here or visit NALT's website at  www.nalt.bc.ca
Alberni Outpost is going to Duncan!
  
We are opening a store in Duncan at the Village Shopping Centre located at 108-109 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC!
 
Duncan Store Opening April 1, 2012!
We look forward to seeing you there!
 The On-Going Saga of a Novice Kayak Fisherman and Confessed Fishing Nut
under the eagles nest 

 

Keno.

That's what started it.

I was sitting in Muddy Waters Pub enjoying a brew and a basket of hot wings. It was wing night. Hot wings and beer are two of my favourite vegetables. Just then, I had a hunch. No, no, not like Quasimodo. ...mind you, the name does ring a bell.

I got 'the feeling' . ...I should play my numbers in Keno. So, I did.

I paid for two draws. I paid for the 'bonus', too. Cost me four bucks. ...As you can see, I'm not what one would call a high-stakes gambler.

Well, the first draw won me $2, the second, zip, but I still had 'the feeling'.

 

To read the rest of Johnstone's article click here!

Reel Paddling Film Festival

 It's that time of the year again to celebrate "The Best Paddling Films of the Year!" 
 
RPFF
 
The 2012 World Tour is travelling to more than 100 cities and hosted by paddling shops, clubs, schools and theatres!
 
Click here to see this year's tour dates with Alberni Outpost! Don't forget to check out the 2012 Reel Paddling Film Festival trailer located with the tour dates!
See you soon.
 
 Sincerely,

 Your friends at Alberni Outpost 
 
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