Missouri & Illinois Outdoor Getaways
March 2, 2022

Missouri & Illinois Outdoor Getaways

Around the shop, we share and converse over our favorite wild places all of the time. Recommending a site unseen by most or the perfect little spot to catch the most amount of trout, etc. This time ar... Read More

Bugs, Bugs Stay Away: Your Guide to Insect Shield Garments
March 2, 2022

Bugs, Bugs Stay Away: Your Guide to Insect Shield Garments

On those hot summer days and nights one might find the bugs to be a little overwhelming either in your backyard or in the backwoods. We've all used traditional insect repellant spray to help most of M... Read More

Alpiner's Pick: Father's Day Gifts
June 5, 2015

Alpiner's Pick: Father's Day Gifts

The day is coming up quick, so we asked our staff " What would you LOVE to get your Dad this year?" OR "If you're a Dad, what would you LOVE to receive?". These are a few of their answers!   Michelle,... Read More

Chaco: A Brand 25 Years in the Making
March 2, 2022

Chaco: A Brand 25 Years in the Making

1989-1995: The Early Years

The small brand, based out of a Mark Paigen's Paonia, CO home was first called Gecko to signify his shoe as "The Ultimate Sport Sandal". You see, the Gecko has tiny... Read More

Where to Paddle in Kansas
March 2, 2022

Where to Paddle in Kansas

Finding a good piece of water to canoe or kayak can be tricky in Kansas. Reservoirs can often be windy, making them unpleasant for small boats, and most of the rivers in Kansa... Read More

Tips for a Great Hike
March 2, 2022

Tips for a Great Hike

Eager to do some first-time dayhiking? Taking the family for a new adventure? Just looking for refreshers on ways to improve the quality of your outdoor experience? Here are s... Read More

Alpiners' Picks: Our All Time Favorite Tents!
March 2, 2022

Alpiners' Picks: Our All Time Favorite Tents!

Anyone who is looking for the perfect tent has been confronted with the large number of options! To help with buyers anxiety, we wanted to bring you a short list including some of our staff's favorite... Read More

This Adventure Needs GORE-TEX® Sweepstakes: Winners and Honorable Mentions
March 2, 2022

This Adventure Needs GORE-TEX® Sweepstakes: Winners and Honorable Mentions

Over the past couple weeks we've asked our Alpiners, "Does your adventure need GORE-TEX® and why?". We've literally been stunned by some of the most impressive, daring and inspirational adventures tha... Read More

This Adventure Needs GORE-TEX® Products Sweepstakes
January 5, 2015

This Adventure Needs GORE-TEX® Products Sweepstakes

Share a picture of an adventure you've been on (or hope to go on!) where a GORE-TEX® garment would play an essential role in keeping you dry, comfortable and outside for longer periods of time! Whethe... Read More

Celebrate Shreddin' the Gnar, Cruisin' the Pow and even Hitting the Yard Sale: Snowboard Lingo 101
March 2, 2022

Celebrate Shreddin' the Gnar, Cruisin' the Pow and even Hitting the Yard Sale: Snowboard Lingo 101

Today is World Snowboard Day and we have a few words to cover! Ever wonder what those snowboarders with the 1960's surfer-like vernacular were actually saying? In the spirit of celebration, we're hear... Read More