The U.S. River Conservation
Team:
The River Conservation
Catalog
The gear you can get with your River Points.
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Wetsuits from Northwest River Supplies:
"Farmer John" wetsuit. (Or "Farmer Jane.")
Northwest River Supplies designed this wetsuit to offer maximum
flexibility and comfort. It's made of 3 mm DuPont neoprene with nylong
facing on both sides for comfort, warmth and durability. Standard
non-corrosive UKK zippers in the front and on the ankles make it easy to
slip on and off. Extra padding in the kees offers added protection and
longer wear. Mauser-stitched seams are comfortable against the skin and
backed with nylon tape, creating the industry's strongest seam. Specify:
Farmer John or Farmer Jane (men's or women's.) Specify your size: S, M, L,
XL, XXL, or XXXL. Specify your color choice: Royal blue and gray, or black
12 river points.
Based in northern Idaho, Northwest River Supplies has been
supplying river gear since 1972. The company publishes a complete
full-color catalog with everything for river running and river camping. To
see the current products, click here to go to their site at
http://www.nrsweb.com. You can order
a print catalog on-line, or subscribe to their electronic newsletter. Or
call 1-800-635-5202, six days a week. Northwest River Supplies, 2009 S.
Main Street, Moscow, ID 83843. Fax (208) 883-4787.
To redeem your river points for a NRS wetsuit, send your order
to NORS using the River Conservation Catalog
Order Form.
Get ready for action with Adventure Medical Kits:
Dr. Eric Weiss, river runner, emergency physician, and author of several
works on handling medical emergencies during wilderness trips, has
carefully planned these kits to give you everything you need for common
river trip injuries, all contained in a secure waterproof bag. These kits
even include the handy book, A Guide to Wilderness and Travel
Medicine, to remind you how to handle various injuries and
emergencies, such as shoulder dislocations, hypothermia, near-drownings,
and wound management. You don't need to take time to assemble a long list
of first aid items--just get one of these kits. Don't head for the
river without one!
Paddler kit. (Shown here.) A compact kit intended for shorter
trips closer to civilization. The packed kit measures 14" by 5"
and weighs 3.5 pounds. 8 river points.
Comprehensive Whitewater Kit. The company's most complete kit,
in a large dry bag, for long and remote trips. Includes much equipment and
medications. 25 river points.
For a current brochure showing these and other kits, contact
Adventure Medical Kits, 2039 151 Avenue SE, Bellevue WA 98007.
(206) 746-1896. Fax (206) 746-3084. ftmeyer@aol.com
To redeem your river points for one of the above kits, send your
order to NORS using the River Conservation
Catalog Order Form.
Sleeping bags and more from Cascade Designs:
Therm-a-Rest Mattress by Cascade Designs. This is the original
self-inflating camping mattress, just the thing for comfortable nights on
all your outdoor trips. The sleeping surface of this model is covered with
a non-slip, highly-texturized fabric called Staytek, to help keep
your sleeping bag from slipping off the mattress. Model: Staytek Long.
Inflated size 20 x 72 x 1.5 inches. Weight 2 lbs 8 oz. Color: Pine top,
mocha bottom. 10 River Points.
Quantum 0-degree Sleeping Bag. Cascade Designs' Quantum mummy
bags are the result of a complete re-thinking of what a sleeping bag
should be. This bag is designed to handle cold weather with style. It
features differentially-cut, multi-layer offset quilt construction. Color:
Black with plum top, jade trim, slate liner. Specify: Short (up to 5'6"),
Regular (up to 6'), or Long (up to 6'6".) 30 River Points.
Black Canyon Bag, 30 liter capacity. Don't let its light weight
fool you: This bag is built for abuse, from Cordura packcloth with a
heavy-duty urethane coating. Dry Seal closure with D-ring attachment. 8
River Points.
Outback Oven Plus Eight. This lightweight oven plus an 8-inch
Teflon pan is for use over your camp stove, so you can enjoy fresh baked
food anywhere in the wilderness. Its lightweight components nest and fold
into a nylon mesh sack for easy packing. This package comes with three
Traveling Light foods: Lasagne, corn bread, and coffee cake. These
are made with all natural ingredients--just add water and bake. Yum! 10
River Points.
Packtowl Combo. This is the towel for outdoor trips: Made of
viscose material, it keeps on absorbing even when wet, then wrings out 90%
of the water it has just soaked up. This combo package includes a medium
blue Packtowl and a bottle of Packsoap, a concentrated biodegradable soap
that's ideal for outdoor trips, packed in a durable storage bag. 4
River Points.
Long before it became the politically correct environmental
thing to do, Cascade Designs had been quietly, attentively tending
to the wildlands. Every weekend, it seems, one of our employees hits the
trail for fun and relaxation. But there is one trail, the Snow Lake Trail
in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness near Snoqualmie Pass just 50 miles east of
Seattle, that is special to us. In 1994, the employees of Cascade Designs
adopted this trail, one of the most heavily used in the Cascade Mountains.
Under the direction of the U.S. Forest Service and the Washington Trails
Association, we have continued to keep it in top trekking condition. For
this we received the 1996 Good Works Environmental Award from PBS station
KCTS in Seattle. We also sponsor and maintain a paddle-only campsite on
Vashon Island as part of the Cascadia Marine Trail on Puget Sound.
To see current Cascade Designs products, click here to go to
their web site at http://www.cascadedesigns.com
Or call them toll-free at 1-800-527-1527. Cascade Designs, 4000 1st Avenue
South, Seattle WA 98134. (206) 583-0583, fax (206) 467-9421.
To redeem your river points for one of the items shown above,
send your order to NORS using the River
Conservation Catalog Order Form.
Comfortable, durable outdoor hats, from Ocean
Designs:
The Osprey is tough yet comfortable. It provides essential
protection from burning sun or chilling rain. It is completely hand
washable and packable. Solid brass eyelets hold an adjustable cord to
ensure a secure fit in the wind. To order, specify your hat size.
Also specify your choice of woven band: Plain Royal Blue, Little
Kayakers, or Hot Chilis. 7 river points.
International kayaker and river conservationist Chris Spelius, owner of
Expediciones Chile, says: "The Osprey has worked its way into my
essential kayaking gear. I spend six months each year in the northern
hemisphere and the other six in Chile. I've got to protect myself, and I
like to do it in style. This hat travels tight and looks good no matter
what I put it through. I won't go anywhere without it."
Ocean Designs president Diane Krieger says: "The osprey, and
all species, thrive upon our oceans and rivers running clean and free.
Their well-being reflects the health of our natural world as well as our
own integrity. Wild places inspire and nourish us, and they deserve our
care and respect. Leave them intact and unharmed."
For a current brochure showing other Ocean Designs hats, colors,
and bands, call Ocean Designs toll-free at 1-800-969-2907. Ocean
Designs, Box 3677, Olympic Valley CA 96146. 916-525-1153, fax
916-525-1530. oceandesigns@mail.telis.org
To redeem your river points for the Osprey hat, send your order
to NORS using the River Conservation Catalog
Order Form.
Handy gear from Watersports Warehouse:
Medium Dry Sock Mesh Gear Bag. Popular bags for river
enthusiasts. Your gear drys fast, sand shakes out easily, and rinsing your
gear is a snap. Full wrap-around handles support plenty of weight. A large
dry pocket is accessed by a zipper on the end panel.6 river points.
Camp Chair. Ultra-comfy camp chairs go anywhere. They are light
weight and durable, with easy-carry handles and upper and lower back
adjustments. Triple stitched at all stress points. Specify color choice:
Black, Royal, Red, Forest, Purple, Navy, Teal. 8 river points.
For a current catalog, call Watersports Warehouse toll-free at
1-800-937-3260, e-mail watspo@msn.com. Watersports Warehouse, 750
N. Citracado Parkway #3, Escondido, CA 92029. (760) 737-9920, fax (760)
737-9915.
To redeem your river points for the Mesh Gear Bag or Camp
Chair, send your order to NORS using the River
Conservation Catalog Order Form.
Grand Canyon Bandanamaps and T-shirts from
Bandanamap
Bandanamap and Teemap cloth maps are exact reproductions of the original
maps. Screen printed 100% cotton bandanas and tee shirts are durable maps
for use season after season. They are perfect maps for hiking, biking,
camping, kayaking, or any other outdoor recreation. Bandnamaps far outlast
conventional paper maps and can be used in the rain, snow and wind--they
can even by laundered after each use and will not tear or lose clarity.
"Protecting the wilderness, and the use of the wilderness
internationally, is of tremendous importance to all of us at Bandanamap.
We all want to be a part of the on-going effort to protect our wilderness
and our rights of usage."
To see the Bandanamap website, click here to go to
www.jps.net/iwod
To redeem your river points for the Grand Canyon Bandanamap or
T-shirt, send your order to NORS using the River
Conservation Catalog Order Form.
See the whole outdoors with Outside Magazine:
Outside is the biggest and most comprehensive outdoor magazine
on the planet. It covers all types of outdoor adventure as well as related
aspects of natural science, government policy, photography, and
philosophy, all with lots of great color pictures. It will help you see
what else is out there in the world of adventure and outdoor recreation.
One-year subscription: 6 river points.
To subscribe to Outside Magazinedirectly, click here to
go to their web site at http://www.outside.starwave.com
or call 1-800-678-1131.
To redeem your river points for a subscription, send your order
to NORS using the River Conservation Catalog
Order Form.
Fly fishing gear:
Fly rods from Sage:
In a perfect fly fishing world, every cast would be accurate, every fly
and leader would turn over perfectly, and every presentation would be as
quiet as if nature itself had placed the fly upon the water. Our rods
can't duplicate nature, but they can take you one step closer. The fast
action RPL+ series is ideal for anglers with a crisp, deliberate casting
stroke who want a high-performance rod that is still easy to cast. 590
RPL+ fly rod. 60 points.
"Sage feels very strongly about preserving our rivers and fish
habitats. Economically we are tied to rivers, but more importantly many of
us use and enjoy the rivers of this country for a variety of outdoor
activities."
For more information go to the Sage website at
www.SAGEflyfish.com or call
1-800-533-3004. Sage, 8500 Northeast Day Road, Bainbridge Island WA 98110.
206-842-6608. Sage@SAGEflyfish.com
To redeem your river points for the Sage 590 RPL+ fly rod, send
your order to NORS using the River
Conservation Catalog Order Form.
River running gear:
Paddle your choice of kayak from Perception:
You'll love to paddle the waters of the world in a new kayak from
Perception, the nation's number-one kayak manufacturer. There are models
for the whole range of river conditions, from wild whitewater to gentle
currents, as well as models for cruising lakes and bays. Exciting colors
and rugged construction means the kayak you choose will give you years of
enjoyment. Specify your choice of model and color. 110 river points.
To see the current models and colors, click here to go to the
Perception web site at http://www.kayaker.com,
or call 1-800-262-0268. Perception, 111 Kayaker Way, Easley SC
29641.
To redeem your river points for the Perception kayak of your
choice, send your order to NORS using the River
Conservation Catalog Order Form.
Durable Cataract Oars and paddles from Advanced
Composites:
Cataract Oars are scientifically engineered for the wildest
rivers. They have over twice the breaking strength of aluminum oars, yet
they are 40% lighter. For rafting big water, they are simply the best you
can get. You'll love their feel, their strength, and the fact that they
are maintenance-free.Choose the shaft, blade, and trimmings that are
best for you: Shafts: SGG shaft (in blue, black or yellow,) or
extra-stiff SGX shaft (in ice blue.) Blades: Cataract blade, or
Magnum blade, slightly wider at the tip. Optional rubber tip protector,
for Cataract blade only, in black or white. Both blades are detachable,
with the same size button and position as a Carlisle blade. Handles:
Cataract handle, made of a composite/rubber material, for a "grippy"
feel, or Alderwood handle, for the traditional feel of wood.
Optional shaft trim: Rope Wrap, 16 inches long, or synthetic
Oar Stop and Sleeve (as shown here.)
Specify your choice of the above, and oar length: 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12
feet. Pair of oars: 40 River Points.
Cataract Canoe Paddles. You'll love the strength, beauty, and
light-weight flex and feel of these high-tech paddles, with their
computer-designed blades. They are designed to flex like wood, and they
float. Choose from two versions: The Carbon Canoe Paddle,
24 ounces, filament-wound graphite shaft, carbon fiber and polyurethane
construction. 11 river points.The E-glass Canoe Paddle, 27 ounces,
filament-wound e-glass shaft, e-glass and polyurethane construction. 9
river points.
Advanced Composites has over 25 years of experience designing
and manufacturing composite structures for several industries, under the
direction of engineer and long-time river runner Randy Philpot. For a
color brochure, contact Advanced Composites, 1154 South 300 West,
Salt Lake City UT 84101. (801) 467-1204. Fax (801) 467-4367.
To redeem your river points for a pair of Cataract Oars or a
Cataract Canoe Paddle, send your order to NORS using the
River Conservation Catalog Order Form.
River jacket from Kokatat:
With over twenty years of experience, Kokatat knows how to design and
build expceptional water sportswear that maximizes comfort, durability and
performance to enhance and extend your boating season. The word kokatat
means into the water in the language of the native people who live
along the upper reaches of the Klamath River, near Kokatat headquarters in
northern California. Kokatat makes paddling jackets and dry suits, as well
as great paddling sweaters and liners that are comfortable when worn off
the river too. (We wear them around the NORS office all winter.) They test
their products near their headquarters on rivers and on the ocean.
Super Breeze Jacket, by Kokatat. Made from coated nylon fabric
with adjustable neoprene cuffs and collar. Zippered mesh chest pocket with
key lanyard. Adjustable bungi drawcord waist. Factory sealed seams. Royal
blue and gold color. Specify your size: XS, S, M, L, XL, or XXL. Also
specify your color choice: Blue, yellow, black and green, or blue and
green. (XS and XXL available in blue only.) 10 river points.
For a current Kokatat catalog, call 1-800-225-9749. Kokatat,
5350 Ericson Way, Arcata, CA 95521. (707) 822-7621. Fax (707) 822-8481.
To redeem your river points for the Super Breeze Jacket, send
your order to NORS using the River Points
Catalog Order Form.
River action gear from Lochsa Connection.
Foot Huggers, the answer to cold feet on the river. They make
great liners for your booties, or they can be worn with river sandals,
sneakers, boots--you name it. Made from Polartec 200S. To order,
specify your shoe size. 8 river points.
Polar paws. Your hands slide inside for direct contact with the
paddle. Made from waterproof packcloth outer shells with a Polartec
200 lining. To order, specify whether this is for use with a kayak
paddle or a canoe paddle. 15 river points.
Selway Snack Sack, the perfect "day bag" to keep
lunch, snacks, and small necessities dry and close at hand. It easily
clips in behind your seat in a kayak, to a D-ring or strap in a raft, or
to a thwart in a canoe. Made from super urethane coated nylon with a
roll-down closure. 9 river points.
Lochsa Connection has been making quality paddling wear and
accessories since 1986, with a focus on keeping paddlers warm and
comfortable from head to toe. Their products are river-tested on the great
rivers of Idaho. Company president Bonnie Schonefeld says:
"Lochsa Connection has long supported organizations
dedicated to protecting our waterways. While you are enjoying your
favorite rivers, don't forget that they need the help of all of us to make
sure they remain free flowing, unpolluted, and accessible. Get involved!"
For a current Lochsa Connection catalog, call the company
toll-free at 1-800-929-1279. Lochsa Connection, Route 1, Box 195,
Kooskia, ID 83539. (208) 926-0921.
To redeem your river points for an item shown here, send your
order to NORS using the River Points Catalog
Order Form.
Canoe and kayak paddles by Mitchell Paddles.
Mitchell Paddles have long been acknowledged as leaders in the
art of making fine laminated wood and carbon-fiber paddles. Their paddles
have been present on expeditions exploring rivers throughout the world,
and have won over 100 medals in international competition. Veteran
paddlers Dave and Peggy Mitchell hand-craft these paddles from durable
hardwoods or from space-age carbon fiber. You can choose from models for
whitewater playing, long-distance paddling, slalom, wildwater, or marathon
racing.
Canoe paddles. Models include: Curved Premier Slalom Paddle.
Standard Slalom Paddle. Bent Shaft Paddle. Open Boat Whitewater Paddle.
Freestyle Sport Paddle. Outrigger Canoe Paddle. Touring Special Paddle.
Northstar Paddle. (See the current Mitchell Paddles brochure for complete
descriptions.) To order, specify your choice of model and length. Any
model: 20 river points.
Kayak paddles. Models include: Cleaver Slalom Paddle. Turbo
Slalom Paddle. Premier Slalom Paddle. Slasher Paddle. Squirt Paddle.
Whitewater Play Paddle. Wildwater or Marathon Paddle. Sea Blade. Coastal
5-27. Zephyr. Junior Paddle. (See brochure for complete descriptions.) To
order, specify your choice of model and length. Any model: 30 river
points.
The Mitchell Paddles philosophy about river conservation:
"Free-flowing rivers and unrestricted access to clean
rivers should be seen as a basic right, in America and worldwide. We
should all continue striving toward this goal, one step at a time."
For an illustrated color brochure showing the current paddle
models, contact Mitchell Paddles, RR 2 Box 922, Canaan NH 03741.
(603) 523-7004, fax (603) 523-7363.
To redeem your river points for a Mitchell paddle, send your
order to NORS using the River Points Catalog
Order Form.
The "Pack Cat," river bags, and river
pads from Jack's Plastic Welding:
The one-man PACK CAT is your personal-size cataraft/kayak that
you can roll up and take anywhere: Big water, steep creeks, secluded
fishing spots, etc. It also serves as a great base for diving or
snorkeling in the ocean. Length: 10.5 feet. Width: 34 inches. Diameter of
the tubes: 12 inches. Weight: 24 lbs.108 river points.
Outfitter Bag. This dry bag is durable and convenient, with a
waterproof closure that really works with no hassle. It has a round,
puncture-resistant bottom, and a D-ring for easy and secure fastening to
your raft or canoe. Model 4110, small Outfitter Bag, diameter 13 inches,
height 25 inches. 11 river points.
Paco Pad. This comfortable and durable pad is made specifically
for river trips: At night, you sleep on it in comfort. By day, you use it
to pad things on your raft or canoe. It's durable, totally waterproof, and
has a side-valve to aid in self inflation. It has straps, side release
buckles, and grommets for easy tie-down. Model 4230, large Paco Pad, 6
feet long, 2 feet wide. 14 river points.
Company President Jack Kloepfer says: "Man was not made to go
into the wilderness and suffer! We started Jack's Plastic Welding with
Outfitter Bags and Paco Pads. Some of this gear has sustained more than
twelve years of commercial use on rivers in Idaho, Utah, and Arizona. For
waterproof bags and mattresses that really work and really last, we are
the source."
To see current products and great action photos, click here to
go to Jack's web site at http://web.frontier.net/jacks
Or contact Jack's Plastic Welding, 115 S. Main Avenue, Aztec NM
87410. (505) 334-8748. jacks@frontier.net
To redeem your river points for one of the above items, send
your order to NORS using the River
Conservation Catalog Order Form.
Throw bags and dog lifejackets from Whitewater
Designs:
Whitewater Designs, based in Eugene, Oregon, manufactures quality river
accessories.
Fido Float: You simply will not find a better flotation device
for canines than this one. Custom designed, with advice from a vet, our
swim vests help dogs swim comfortably to shore. Indicate color choice:
blue or green. Measure dog's chest just behind the front legs.
XSmall, 10-22 inches, 10-20 pounds. 6 points.
Small, 20-26 inches, 15-35 pounds. 7 points.
Medium, 24-32 inches, 30-60 pounds. 8 points.
Large, 30-38 inches, 60-85 pounds. 9 points.
XLarge, 36-50 inches, 80-120 pounds. 10 points.
Rescue Bags: Made from Cordura and other quality materials,
these bags will meet the rigorous demands of outfitters, paddling schools,
and river aficionados.
Kayak Outfitter Rescue Bag with poly rope. 8 points.
Medium Outfitter Bag with poly rope. 9 points.
Large Outfitter Bag with poly rope. 10 points.
Medium Reverse Taper Rescue Bag with poly rope. Wider at the top than at
the bottom, for accurate throwing and rapid payout. 9 points.
Large Reverse Taper Rescue Bag with poly rope. 10 points.
"We are committed to diligently work to protect the right for
all people to have access to America's navigable rivers. As stewards and
river trustees, we accept the responsibility to protect and preserve our
rivers and their shores."
For further information, contact Whitewater Designs, 760 Bailey
Hill Road #5, Eugene OR 97402. (541) 485-4804.
To redeem your river points for one of the above items, send
your order to NORS using the River
Conservation Catalog Order Form.
Whitewater Helmets from Cascade by Sport Helmets:
Kayaking? Rafting? Canoeing? Affecting a water rescue? This must be your
gear. Cascade starts with a luxurious, patented, concussion-averse,
expanded polypropylene liner. A unique helmet-retention system helps
prevent it from rolling, keeping helmet and head productively together.
More channels than cable promote excellent drainage away from business
side of your bean.
Keeping your wits about you, and inside you.
Cascade Full Ear Helmet, shown here. Specify size: XS, S, M, L,
XL.
Specify color: black, purple, red, navy, white, yellow, orange, carolina
blue, maroon, royal, forest green. 10 points.
Cascade Shortie Helmet, does not extend as far down around the
ear. Specify size and color, same choices as above. 10 points.
Cascade Endorfins Handpaddles, great for playboating or for a
back-up in case of a broken paddle. Specify: red or yellow. 5 points.
For further helmet information, click to go to
www.sporthelmets.com Or call
1-800-537-1702. Sport Helmets, 900 Old Liverpool Road, Liverpool NY 13088.
(315) 453-3073. Fax (315) 453-3762. helmets@sporthelmets.com
To redeem your river points for one of the above items, send
your order to NORS using the River
Conservation Catalog Order Form.
River maps by Rio Mapas, Wildwater
Cartographers:
Paddling the Rivers and Creeks of the Colorado Rockies. A large,
colorful, high-tech map suitable for wall display. Shows lots of creek
boating you probably have yet to experience. 8 river points.
Grand Canyon of the Snake River. An attractive and detailed
guide to the Snake River south of Jackson, Wyoming. 4 River Points.
For information on the latest in river maps, contact Rio
Mapas, 2888 Bluff Street #449, Boulder CO 80301. (303) 444-0187.
To redeem your river points for one of these maps, send your
order to NORS using the River Conservation
Catalog Order Form.
Canoe and Kayak Bilge Pump by
Wilderness Systems. This heavy duty American-made Beckson pump is capable
of pumping 8 gallons of water a minute. This is the way to suck that water
out of your boat. 4 river points.
Wilderness Systems makes kayaks for sea kayaking and river
touring on open water, as well as accessories. The company was the winner
of the 1995 Manufacturer of the Year Award from CANOE & KAYAK
Magazine. To see their products click here to go to their website at
http://www.wildsys.com Or contact:
Wilderness Systems, 1110 Surrett Drive, High Point NC 27260. (910)
883-7410. Fax (910) 883-4891.
To redeem your river points for the canoe and kayak bilge pump,
send your order to NORS using the River
Conservation Catalog Order Form.
See the whole paddling world in CANOE &
KAYAK:
You'll enjoy informative articles, great departments, and lots of color
photos in every issue of CANOE & KAYAK magazine. It's
been published since 1973, and it brings together the most expertise on
paddling to be found anywhere. There are articles on paddling
destinations, equipment, techniques, calendar of events, health and
fitness, commentary and humor. Everything is well-illustrated with color
photos and instructive diagrams. One-year subscription: 5 river
points.
To see more about CANOE & KAYAK, click here to go to
their web site at http://www.canoekayak.com.
To subscribe directly, call their subscription center toll-free at
1-800-829-3340.
To redeem your river points for a subscription, send your order
to NORS using the River Conservation Catalog
Order Form.
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