Happy New Year to you - our good customer!
2007 has has been a year of change for Ocean River. After 25 years in business, I have discovered that the only thing that is constant is change. New competition is always cropping up and we continue to improve how we do business.
I judge our success by customer comments. This year, we continue to be recognized for the high level of personal service we deliver. We love our customers - you guys are awesome! And as always, we look forward to helping you with your outdoor needs.
Feel free to drop me a note any time with feedback, good or bad, as it helps a great deal to recognize where we need to change or to reinforce the things we are doing right.
"Getting out there" is as important as ever, so keep in touch to see how we will help make it even more fun and easy in 2008!
Sincerely,
Brian and the Ocean River Team
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New Products
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Malone Kayak Trailer
Transporting and loading your kayaks or canoes just got easier with this light weight, high quality trailer.
The cross bars accommodate either Thule or Yakima boat cradles or stackers
or just use foam cradles.
You can easily carry up to 4 boats !
Our introductory price of $1195 is good until the end of January.
Delta Twenty - T
Tandem Kayak
A lightweight and maneuverable
tandem with four bulkheads and three dry storage compartments.
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Twenty T is an excellent choice for couples, families and tour operators.
Available Jan 10th
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Monthly Features
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Remember, there's no such thing as bad weather if you have great clothing.
We've got what you need !
20% off all down and insulated coats, jackets and vests. It's cold out there, so get insulated.
Most heat loss is from your head.
Stay warm and dry with:
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Due to our strong Canadian dollar, we are offering lower prices on:
Eagle Creek and Sea to Summit travel accessories that will keep you
organized and comfortable.
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Kayaking the West Coast of Vancouver Island
Join Mike, science teacher, naturalist and avid
paddler, for a photo and video presentation of his
trip down the west coast of Vancouver Island
during the summers of 2006 and 2007.
Free Admission
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New Kayaking Course!
The Gray Zone
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Designed to give you confidence in the gray zone-the area between being right-side up and upside-down-you will practice techniques to get your kayak on edge and brace yourself to avoid a possible capsize.
All in the comfort of an indoor pool!
 Mar 8th 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
There is limited space in this course, so book your spot now to avoid dissapointment. 381-4233
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| Johnstone Strait Kayaking Project |
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If you have paddled in Johnstone Strait in the last five years then you might like to assist Simon Fraser University's School of Resource and Environmental Management by participating in a web based survey.
By doing so you will be helping preserve and improve the future experience for yourself and other paddlers while protecting the environment.
The survey is one part of a community based management project to do just that. You can find it at www.kayaking.rem.sfu.ca You will also be eligible to enter a draw for prizes of outdoor gear. |
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