The Outdoor Adventure Co.

April Paddle on the Mighty Muskegon - NEW DATE!

2011-03-23T22:03:00.004-05:00

MUSKEGON RIVER
Spring Paddle
APRIL 24, 2011 (NEW DATE!)
12 SPOTS AVAILABLE

DETAILS: Come Paddle with OAC on the Mighty Mo! A great trip for beginner paddlers who want to see a beautiful river first hand. We will meet at the Powers Outdoors in Newaygo at 9:00am. Then, load up the kayaks and head off to the river by 9:30am. We will be paddling by 10:30am, and Lunch will be served on the River (around 12:30pm)! After lunch, another 2 hours of paddling and we will pull off the river around 3:30pm. We will have you back to your vehicles by 4:40pm.

TO SIGN UP and get more info, click here: http://www.powersadventures.com/Trips.html

Cost: $45.00

Wine Paddle Coming Soon!

2010-08-12T02:08:00.004-05:00

ATTENTION WINE DRINKERS AND PADDLERS (CANOE, KAYAK or SUP!)

LABOR DAY WINE PADDLE
Chain of Lakes, Newaygo, MI
Sunday, Sep. 5th, 2010
11 SPOTS AVAILABLE

DETAILS: A perfect end to your summer! Paddle with a group through a beautiful Chain of Lakes, including Pickeral, Emerald and Sylvan Lakes in Newaygo, MI. No paddle experience is necessary, but you will paddle for over an hour of flatwater each way, so be prepared to get some exercise! Our Vino guides for the day will present the wines in a way that you can enjoy and understand. A white wine and red wine tasting will take place both on the shorelines of an island as well as back on land. Snacks and water will also be provided. This really is a great way to learn a little about wine and experience the great outdoors all in one Adventure.

TIMES: The group will meet at the Newaygo Powers Outdoors (27 State Street, Newaygo, MI 49337) at 11:30am. We will head out to the Lake around 11:50am. We should be unloaded and on the water around 12:15pm. We will paddle for about an hour and then do the first wine tasting. Then after the tasting and a snack, we paddle an hour back, and should arrive on land around 3:15pm, and back at the Lodge around 3:30pm. The second wine tasting will commence and we should be done around 4:30pm

COST: $65/person. Included at this price is your food, wine, water, taxes and guide fees.

RENTAL: $20 additional to rent a kayak for the day if you do not have your own. A paddle and pfd included is included in this additional price. (*Please note if you need kayak rental when you sign up.)

SIGN UP for your Trip HERE.

Still Have Questions?
Check out our FAQs HERE.

PADDLE ON!
-O.A.C.

July 3rd Muskegon River Races! Sign Up Today!!!

2010-06-16T01:12:00.007-05:00

DON'T MISS OUT ON THESE GREAT RACES:

Muskegon River Races, Newaygo, MI
Fun Paddle & HardCore Race
Saturday, July 3rd

FUN PADDLE - Medals for 1st - 10th Place. Enter to win Best Costume for $50 prize. All participants also receive a Fun Paddle T-shirt!
Cost: $10/person

HardCore Race - 3 Divisions, Women's Kayak, Men's Kayak, and Open Canoe.
Prize money is $100 - 1st, $50 - 2nd, $25 - 3rd.
Trophies will also be awarded to the top 3 spots of each division.
Cost: $20/person for HardCore Race

Fun for the whole family!

SIGN UP HERE!

Back from the Agawa River, ON, Canada

2010-05-18T07:55:00.003-05:00

The Adventures Group returned from a 5 day, 4 night Trip to the mighty Agawa River in Ontario, Canada. Despite reports that the river was "too low" to paddle, the group pushed on. Although the group scraped a few rocks along the way (and had a few extra portages) for the most part there was plenty of water to go around. The black flies were out as well this year, but plenty of rain and "canadian mist" kept them in check. From our first camping spot at mile marker 112 along the Algoma Central Railway, the group followed the Agawa River as it descended over 600 ft by the time we reached Lake Superior at Highway 17 only 2 days later. This year, 11 total brave souls made the trip, paddling in 4 canoes and 7 kayaks. No Moose sightings this year, but plenty of Loons, Canadian Geese and Bald Eagles were sighted along the way. After 2 nights camping on the Agawa, the group spent their final night on the shores of Lake Superior at Pancake Bay...always a perfect end to a great trip!

See you on the Agawa in 2011!

Paddle On,
O.A.C.
Outdoor Adventure Co.

A Flooded Chippewa River

2010-03-16T00:23:00.006-05:00

This past Saturday, March 14th, The Outdoor Adventure Co. led by 3 Guides (Rose, Jacob and Gabriel) helped navigate a dedicated group of 10 paddlers down the flooded Chippewa River. Cloudy skies and constant drizzle (ok, even a few "river baptisms") couldn't dampen the groups spirit.

OAC hit the River at Winn Rd around 10:45am. The group pulled into lunch at Meridian park about two and a half hours later. After some of Rose's famous Dill Pickle Wraps, a few cups of hot cocoa, and likely some bad jokes, the paddlers were back on the river. Under the covered bridge, through the flooded golf course (and some more polar bear club members) and on to Island Park in downtown Mt. Pleasant, we pulled off the river around 4:30pm.

An excellent paddle group on this trip and we hope to see all of you back on one of our next Adventures!

Paddle On,
O.A.C.

Paddling Seminars at the Grand Rapids Boat Show

2010-02-01T22:50:00.004-06:00

The Outdoor Adventure Co. in connection with Powers Outdoors will be presenting an overview of the rivers and paddling techniques that are common in West Michigan. This brief Seminar is a great introduction for kayak, canoe, or stand up paddleboard enthusiasts! Be sure to stop by the Grand Rapids Boat Show during one of these presentations:

Days Times Locations
Friday, February 19 4:00PM Grand Gallery Seminar Room
Saturday, February 20 6:30PM Grand Gallery Seminar Room

Also, be sure to check out the HUGE LAGOON for Kayak, Canoe and SUP demonstrations throughout the Boat Show.

See You At the Show!
-O.A.C.

TV Time for Powers Outdoors...

2010-01-22T20:21:00.003-06:00

WZZM TV 13 decided to drive up to Newaygo to interview Brett Powers about Powers Outdoors role in securing the 2011 USCA Canoe & Kayak National Championships on the mighty Muskegon River. Be sure to check out the video clip here:

http://www.wzzm13.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=62965400001

Looking forward to this event! More info coming so stay tuned...

Paddle On,
O.A.C.

2011 USCA Nationals Coming to Newaygo...

2010-01-21T23:30:00.002-06:00

Hey Happy Paddlers!

Powers Outdoors and The Outdoor Adventure Co have partnered with the MCRA, the City of Newaygo, and the State of Michigan to bring the 2011 USCA Canoe & Kayak National Championships to the Muskegon River in downtown Newaygo. This event will take place in Mid-August of 2011. Here is a recent press release:

http://www.mlive.com/news/muskegon/index.ssf/2010/01/newaygo_lands_2011_canoe_and_k.html

Be sure to stay tuned to www.NewaygoNationals.com for additional info and follow the event on Twitter! ! !

Paddle On,
O.A.C.

The Outdoor Adventure Co.

2010-01-01T22:35:00.004-06:00

Powers Outdoors Adventures LLC is now The Outdoors Adventure Co. LLC!

2010 Trip Schedule will be posted soon, so keep an eye on the website at http://www.outdooradventureco.com/ ! ! !

Happy New Year,

A CHANGE IS COMING...

2009-12-09T23:38:00.000-06:00

S T A Y

T U N E D !

Tickets Still Available!!!

2009-12-04T23:24:00.003-06:00

WARREN MILLER'S "DYNASTY"December 5th, 2009: Grandville Christian High School, Grandville, MI This years Warren Miller film marks the company's 60th Anniversary Annual feature Film. Narrated by Jonny Moseley and presented in high definition, Dynasty showcases a blend of fresh cinematography and vintage clips from the past six decades of Warren Miller footage. Join Outdoor Adventures and Powers Outdoors for a breathtaking global tour that will get you ready for winter, craving snow and wishing you were out there riding!

View Movie Trailer Here.

Warren Miller Movies are an experience, a celebration, and a phenomenon not to be missed! Every attendee RECEIVES free lift tickets, 2 for 1s, a free subscription to Skiing Magazine...AND have opportunity to win GREAT Prizes and SWAG from the vendors. Powers Outdoors will be on hand giving out tons of free stuff. POA will also have some Columbia Fleece Vests that we will be giving away ON STAGE AT THE SHOW!

DON'T MISS IT!Be sure to get your Tickets ahead of time as this Event may sell out!Get your tickets H E R E ! ! !

POA / PlanB Warren Miller Pre-Party a Big Hit

2009-10-27T21:31:00.003-05:00

What a great night! What better way to kick off the Ski and Snowboard season then with Warren Miller, Free Swag, and a Parrr-tay??? The 3rd Annual WM Pre-Party at PlanB in Chicago was hosted by Powers Outdoors Adventures. We were promoting the 60th Annual Warren Miller movie called "DYNASTY" that has already launched its nationwide tour. Check out the TRAILER HERE! The movie hits Chicago this week and then makes its way up to Grandville, MI on December 5th. Tickets for the Chicago show are available HERE and Tickets for the Grandville show on December 5th can be purchased HERE.

The party this year had its best turnout ever, and we had some help from Corona and The Onion. Not to mention national sponsors Columbia and local sponsors like the Shred Shop. Thanks again to Plan B bar + kitchen for hosting the event and to Warren Miller for working with POA. Looking forward to hitting the slopes soon!

Shred it,
-P.O.A.

Chicago Flatwater Classic was "Awesome"! ! !

2009-10-05T23:54:00.005-05:00

"It was Awesome!" That was the consensus from the group that braved the 200 mile, 3 hour car ride down from Rockford, MI to paddle in the 10th Annual Chicago Flatwater Classic! Powers Outdoors Adventures had 8 paddlers in our group this year, hailing from Rockford and Grand Rapids, MI. The Group had a start time of 11:28am on the perfect day, which was mostly sunny and 64 degrees. All of the paddlers received a POA Support Bag upon finish, a lunch from Goose Island Brewery, and a Flatwater Classic T-shirt. If you want to check out the race results of this 7.25 mile race, they are posted HERE.

Thanks again to the Friends of the Chicago River for putting on such a great event. We are happy to be a part of it, and glad we can do our best to help clean up the Chicago River. If you would like to help donate, please click HERE.

Stay Tuned for this great event again in 2010!

Paddle On,

P.O.A.

Flatwater Classic This Sunday!

2009-10-02T22:08:00.004-05:00

Our fearless group from Michigan is about to embark on a Looooong journey!! Off to the Windy City to paddle the Chicago River. We will be sure to post some pictures of the Flatwater Classic. POA will be at the end of the Race with a Booth to support our group and the Friends of the Chicago River.

Paddle On,

P.O.A.

Chicago Skyline Paddle...AWESOME!

2009-09-22T00:14:00.004-05:00

What a perfect day to paddle on Lake Michigan and take in all the scenery that the Windy City had to offer! POA put our group in the water after some snacks and off we went. We paddled by the Shedd Aquarium, the Adler Planetarium, past Buckingham Fountain and throughout Monroe Harbor. This trip will absolutely be on the books for next summer, so STAY TUNED!

Paddle On, Paddle Often,

-P.O.A.

Get Ready For Fall!

2009-09-17T22:14:00.003-05:00

It will be here sooner than you think...you can smell it in the air! As the days start to get shorter, the leaves will start to change color and soon fall will be upon us. Make sure you take full advantage of the fall this year with Trip from Powers Outdoors Adventures. Attached are some pix from our Trip last year. POA is guiding a Fall Paddle on the Muskegon River, on Saturday, October 24th. All ages and experience levels are welcome on this trip. The paddle will last around 5 hours and we serve you lunch (homeade chili) right on the river - what a great way to spend an autumn day! (And by the way...we make GREAT CHILI!)

Sign Up HERE or visit our website at http://www.powersadventures.com/

See you this fall!

-P.O.A.

Wine Paddle a "GRAPE" SUCCESS!

2009-09-07T23:57:00.006-05:00

Fellow Paddlers (and winos!),

P.O.A. had an excellent time this past weekend with supurb weather, great company, and lots of wine! You will have to check out some more of our pictures on our Flickr Page. A special thanks goes out to Allie Merrick for all of her expertise, tips, and selection of fabulous wines. Be sure to check out her website http://www.mywinewords.com/ and her bio by clicking HERE.
THANKS ALLIE!

Also, thanks to all of you that paddled, and we will be posting more pix on our Flickr Page soon...so stay tuned.

We hope to see you all on our next trip in Chicago at the Flatwater Classic! Be sure to sign up soon at http://www.powersadventures.com/

-Paddle On,

P.O.A

Upcoming Trips !

2009-09-02T21:06:00.007-05:00

Hello Fellow Outdoor Enthusiasts!

We are only a few days away from POA's next Trip, which is the SOLD OUT Wine Paddle coming up this Saturday before Labor Day. So, because that trip is already full, we wanted to let you know about the next couple of Trips we have planned:

CHICAGO FLATWATER CLASSIC
October 4th, 2009
Chicago River, Chicago, IL
5 Spots Available
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This Trip is not like paddling a wooded, tree lined river up North...because you will be paddling the Canyons of Downtown Chicago! The best part about this trip (besides paddling through sky scrapers) is that we drive you down in the morning, feed you, let you paddle in the race, and then drive you home! All you have to do is HAVE FUN! Check out more details on our website by clicking H E R E. Sign up today because space is limited! Cost of the Trip is only $99 per person. Be sure to check out the Friends of the Chicago River's website here. Thanks to Friends for this great event! Also, don't forget to stop and check out Powers Outdoors and POA's Booth at the end of the Race!

FALL COLOR PADDLE
October 24, 2009
Muskegon River, MI
14 Spots Available
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Get out with POA and enjoy a crisp autumn day on the gorgeous Muskegon River that winds through downtown Newaygo. This will be about a 5 hour paddle, and lunch will be included. Cost will be $70 per person. Please go to our website HERE for more details and to sign up!

That's it for now paddlers! Stay Tuned for more trips coming up as we wind down 2009...

Paddle On,
P.O.A.

YOLO: You Only Live Once! New SUPs at Staff Party

2009-08-26T08:15:00.003-05:00

Powers Outdoors and Powers Outdoors Adventures recently had our end of the summer Staff Party out on Brooks Lake. One of the highlights of the day was the new YOLO Yak SUP. As some of you know SUP stands for Stand Up Paddleboard. Well, keeping in form, YOLO stands for You Only Live Once. This company has a great mantra and some great boards. Another SUP company that the Staff had fun with was Doyle. Doyle boards are great all-around epoxy SUPs. The Yolo Yak and Doyle SUPs are available for sale NOW at any Powers Outdoors locations and you can click HERE to get there!

Thanks to the P.O. and POA Staff for a great summer! Also, thanks to Yolo for acknowledging P.O. as the newest dealer. Click HERE to read more.

More to come,

P.O.A.

SUP on the Pine River!

2009-08-11T23:07:00.004-05:00

As you all know, this past weekend in Michigan was just a tad bit soggy. Plenty of rain passed through the area, causing some serious flooding in some areas. Don't worry, that didn't stop us from paddling! The Powers PaddleCru hit the Pine River for some SUP action.

SUP, or Stand Up Paddleboarding, is just starting to hit in the Midwest and Michigan. Powers Outdoors and Powers Outdoors Adventures is already out in the field testing out various SUPs and the best flatwater, rivers and just about any interesting place that you can think of to paddle. As you will see from these pictures, even a partially flooded Pine River couldn't hold us back.

Stay tuned for some upcoming paddle trips that will feature SUPs as well as classes and demos to get you up to speed on all that this new paddle discipline has to offer. Also, be sure to stop in to Powers Outdoors and check out the new Yolo Yak SUPs that are hitting the floors next week.

Paddle On,

P.O.A.

Wine Paddle Almost Full! Labor Day Weekend...Book Today!

2009-08-01T15:27:00.005-05:00

Do you like to paddle? Do you like wine? Well then...do we have just the Adventure for you!

Overview: This Adventure is an all experience level day paddle trip that combines flatwater paddling and wine tasting.

Date: Saturday, September 5th, 2009. (arrive at Noon)

Trip Details: Paddle one of the most beautiful chains of lakes that Michigan has to offer. This is a very leisurely paddle, so the trip is open to ALL experience levels, and it is open to kayaks or canoes. We will put in at the Pickeral Lake public access. We will then paddle through the tunnel, over to Emerald Lake, and on to an island in the middle of Sylvan Lake. It will take us approximately 1 hour to reach the Island. Once there, a snack will be provided as will a white wine sampling. This all takes place in ankle to knee deep water, so it will be unlike any wine tasting you have done before! After we have a brief discussion about the wines, we will return to our boats. We will then paddle back to Pickeral Lake, load up the boats, and head back to our base camp. Once we return, we will reveal the white wines that you sampled, explain the region it is from, give you pairings, and price/bottle. Bottles will not be available for sale, but we will give you all of the info needed to purchase. We will then proceed with a red wine tasting. Cheeses and food pairings will be served at the red wine tasting portion. After we finish the red wine tasting portion, this concludes the day trip.

Quick Facts:
- This trip will allow you to paddle some beautiful flatwater
- You will learn about several different kinds of wine
- Total paddle time is approximately 2.5 hours.
- You need to be 21 years old to partake in the Wine Tasting, but not to attend the Adventure.

Trip Costs: Cost is $75 per person for the day paddle.

(Please note that any under the age of 21 years old is welcome on this trip, but they will not be able to participate in the tasting. The price for anyone under 21 is only $50.00. )

Boat Rental: (kayak or canoe) is also available for an additional cost of $25.00.

Trip Directions: For those only doing the day paddle, we will meet at the Newaygo Powers Outdoors Store (27 State Street, Newaygo, MI 49337) between Noon and 12:15pm. You will then follow us out to the base camp for the day. We will park there and provide transportation down to the water. We will be on the lake around 1:00pm. We should be back to base camp around 4:00pm, and wrapping up the presentation around 5:00pm.

TO SIGN UP PLEASE LOG ON TO OUR WEBSITE: http://www.powersadventures.com/ and click on Trips.

Hope to See You ON THE WATER!

- P.O.A.

Back from Outdoor Retailer 2009

2009-07-25T11:41:00.004-05:00

What a trip! P.O.A. headed west to Salt Lake City, UT for our semi-annual Outdoor Retail convention. This show really helps to clue us in on the future of paddlesports and other outdoor clothing and gear. This year, we had a chance to check out some of the latest, greatest, and even some of the prototypes that still need a little work.

Our trip began with the Open Air Demo up in Ogden Canyon, at the Pineview Resevoir. Under a canopy of all blue sky, we hit the water to test out some of the paddle manufacturers new toys. The big hit this year was by far and away Stand Up Paddleboards or SUPs as the industry calls them. SUPs took the demo day by storm, boasting around 5 boards to every kayak or canoe. Some of the company boards that we paddled were Doyle, Surftech, C4 Waterman, Starboard, Native, Naish, Jackson, Tahoe SUP Company, and Imagine just to name a few! You can see from the picture just how many people were out there on SUPs. P.O.A. can't wait to promote this new paddling discipline in the Midwest and Beyond! We have SUP trips and classes coming this fall so stay tuned to http://www.powersadventures.com/ for more!

P.O.A. also got to hang out with the Coleman Repellent Mascot as you can see from the picture above. Be sure to check out his website HERE and get some of this great repellent for your next camping trip!

After we headed down from the Canyon, it was on to the Salt Palace for the convention. Most of the "big guys" were there as usual. Columbia was doning a huge new booth complete with blue LED lighting. Merrell's always impressive "tree booth" was there and some of the other icons like Keen and Teva helped round out the footwear companies. As for paddlesports, Confluence had yet another impressive showing, as did some of the smaller companies that don't sell to those big box stores like Jackson and our friends at Legacy Paddlesports. Notably missing from the show this year was Johnson Outdoors, who owns brands such as Old Town, Extrasport and Necky. Some of the standout sportswear this year was offered by companies like The North Face, Marmot, Smartwool and Ground. All in all, it was a good show and confidence levels were finally back as everyone is looking forward to a successful 2010!

Paddle On,

P.O.A.

Salt Lake City...Here We Come!

2009-07-14T21:56:00.005-05:00

Yes, it is that time of the year again. The Outdoor Retailer Summer Market kicks off next week in Salt Lake City, UT. This convention is a great way for us to stay ahead of the curve and bring all of the latest trends and craze back to the Mid-West! We will be at the Open Air Demo testing out all of the new Kayaks, Canoes, SUP's and Paddles that won't hit the shelves (if they make production) until Summer 2010. After we put the new gear to the test on the water, we hit the Salt Palace Convention Center for the next few days to work the lines, talk with the reps, and explore all that the Outdoor Industry has to offer.

We will be sure to bring back pictures of all the new items and gear that we will be testing out so that you can stay ahead of the game!

Off to Utah,

P.O.A.

2009 PowerPaddle Results ! ! !

2009-07-07T22:58:00.004-05:00

The PowerPaddle consisted of 2 Races this year. The Fun Paddle & the Hard Core Race. The top 10 finishers of the Fun Paddle received medals. Here are the results of the Fun Paddle (see picture above) for 2009:

10) Susan Coscullnela & Family

9) Kelly Wagenmaker

8) Christy Huisjen

7) Ed Ranger

6) Ingrida Cebelak

5) Jeff Cebelak

4) Sheila Hosty (and Harvey the Rabbit)

3) Grady Cebelak

2) Mark Ranger

1) Randy Wilson (with a time of 12:14)

Congrats to all of our Fun Paddlers and hope to see you in 2010!

As for the Hard Core Race, we had 3 divisions this year. Open Canoe, Women's Kayak and Men's Kayak. Here are the Hard Core 2009 Results:

Open Canoe
3) Marty Ecker & Brad Johnson

2) Rich Smith & Frank Seaman

1) Todd & Jason Marquardt (with a time of 25:20)

Women's Kayak

2) Jaleene Dingledine

1) Hannah Harrington (with a time of 31:53)

Men's Kayak

3) Scott Marquardt

2) Rusty McBride

1) John Holmes (with a time of 23:56)

Thanks to all of our Hard Core Racers and hope to see you in 2010!

We want to again thank all of our sponsors, the Newaygo Chamber of Commerce (for the Chicken BBQ) and Henning County Park for making this Event possible. See you again next year!

PowerPaddle Results Coming Soon!

2009-07-06T21:34:00.003-05:00

Hey Everyone! Thanks for making the 8th Annual PowerPaddle on the Muskegon River another successful event! Results will be posted tomorrow...so STAY TUNED>>>

Happy 4th of July! PowerPaddle Today!

2009-07-04T07:37:00.004-05:00

Be patriotic today and enter the PowerPaddle on the Muskegon River! You can sign up online at http://www.powersadventures.com/ by clicking on the sign up link or get some additional information by clicking H E R E .

Sign up begins at 11:00am at Henning Park today. The Fun Paddle (for all ages) begins at Noon. The Hard Core Race (for experienced paddlers) starts at 1:30pm. An awards ceremony and a Chicken BBQ follow the races. It is a great way to spend your 4th of July!

Have a safe 4th of July and hope to see you on the water!

-P.O.A.

PowerPaddle - THIS WEEKEND ! ! !

2009-06-29T23:50:00.003-05:00

Why spend another boring 4th of July weekend sitting around the cottage with nothing to do? Grab your kayak or canoe and head on down to the Muskegon River in Newaygo and join us for a paddle...a PowerPaddle!

Two great races to choose from: The Fun Paddle - for all ages and experience levels; or the Hard Core Race - for more experienced paddlers who are looking for a real challenge. You can sign up online by clicking H E R E or by visiting any of the Powers Outdoors retail locations in Newaygo, Rockford or Montague.

All participants of either race get an afternoon of fun and a T-shirt. Also, be sure to join us in Brooks Park, downtown Newaygo after the races for a Chicken BBQ put on by the Newaygo Chamber of Commerce.

Thanks again to all of our sponsors of this race: Rudert Insurance Company; Linck Insurance Company; ChoiceOne Bank; Newaygo Auto Mall; Jansma Construction Company; & Newaygo Chiropractic Center.

See you Down By The River!

-P.O.A.

POA Gets Some Press

2009-06-25T22:19:00.005-05:00

Recently, the Rockford Independent did an outstanding article on P.O.A., what we are about, and what drives us. We hope that you will see how much we enjoy guiding each and every one of our Adventures, and that we put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into making sure you have a great time!

That being said, please be sure to check out the Article by clicking HERE. The article is titled "Local Outfitter Offers Outdoor Adventures". This was written by R.I. reporter Kathy Berlin. Thanks for the nod Kathy, and you are more than welcome to join us on our next Adventure!

Remember, sign up for you next individual, group, or corporate trip with P.O.A. Just visit our website at http://www.powersadventures.com/

See you outdoors,

Gabriel Cash Slominski

P.O.A.

POA Featured on Fox 28

2009-06-22T23:32:00.003-05:00

It wasn't your average Father's Day! POA took 2 groups to East Race Waterway in South Bend, IN this past Sunday. A caravan from Chicago, IL and Rockford, MI converged for a day of paddling, food, and good times on the man-made whitewater course in South Bend.

Fox News 28 was there to interview some of the paddlers that had come out to spend father's day on the water. You can read about the story HERE. The story was titled "A father's day gem found in South Bend" and you can check it out at http://www.fox28.com/. There are also some additional pictures on our Flickr page, which you can get to by clicking HERE.

If you would like to join us for our next East Race outing, it will take place on July 18th. Cost will be $75/person if you have all of your gear. It cost and extra $25/person for rental of kayak, paddle, pfd, skirt, and helmet. (all required by East Race). Who knows...maybe you will end up on T.V.! Don't forget to check out http://www.fox28.com/ for the story and video.

We love being famous!

-P.O.A.

Sign Up for the 4th of July Race!

2009-06-19T19:33:00.007-05:00

The 8th Annual PowerPaddle on the mighty Muskegon River in Downtown Newaygo is a great way to spend the day before all of those fireworks on the 4th of July. There are two races for you to enjoy: The Fun Paddle - This is an all around event for all ages and experience levels. The top 10 finishers of the Fun Paddle receive a medal and all participants receive a T-Shirt. Cost for the Fun Paddle is only $15.00/person. The Hard Core Race - This is a race for the more serious and experienced paddler. Not only do you have to go down river, but you have to turn around and paddle half way back up river! It is quite a challenge, but not without rewards...Cash Prizes and Trophies go to the top 3 finishers in 3 Divisions (Open Canoe, Women's Kayak, Men's Kaysk). Cost of the Hard Core Race is $20/person and all participants in the Hard Core race also receive a T-Shirt.

The Power Paddle is being brought to you by Powers Outdoors and Powers Outdoors Adventures and is sponsored by: Jansma Construction, Linck Insurance Agency, Rudert Insurance Agency and Choice One Bank. If you would also like to sponsor this event, please contact us at Trips@PowersAdventures.com or by calling 616-863-8107.

TO REGISTER: Click H E R E or visit http://www.powersadventures.com/ for additional information. Don't forget, if you want to dress up for the race, we are giving away a prize for the best costume or decorated kayak/canoe!

See you on the 4th of July!

-P.O.A.

Michigan Paddle Symposium - SUCCESS ! ! !

2009-06-18T00:05:00.004-05:00

Thanks to all that attended the 2009 Michigan Paddle Symposium at both Wabasis Lake State Park and Brooks Lake. Also, a special thanks to our volunteers and instructors, to which, we could not pull this off without you!

We had close to 150 attendees this year, making this our largest Symposiuum to date. Kayaks of all shapes and sizes were on display and used for instruction demonstrations. But the hit of the Symposium (aside from the best instruction you can get!) were the paddleboards. Stand up paddleboarding will surely be something gaining in popularity over the next few years. We hope to keep you ahead of the curve so if you have any questions on kayaks, canoes, or paddleboards...don't hesitate to ask!

See you all for the 2010 Symposium Next Year!

-P.O.A.

THIS WAY - - - - - - - ->

2009-06-10T20:14:00.002-05:00

TO THE MICHIGAN PADDLE SYMPOSIUM!

Hope to see you on the water this weeked.

Paddle On,

P.O.A.

Come Roll This Weekend!

2009-06-09T00:14:00.003-05:00

Gabriel Cash will be teaching Intro to Kayak Rolling this Saturday and Sunday at the Michigan Paddle Symposium.

Bring your suit and get ready to get wet!

Paddle On,

P.O.A.

Follow Us!...Twitterly!

2009-06-03T21:14:00.004-05:00

GUESS WHAT...Now you can keep up with P.O.A. on Twitter!

Are those paddle tweets I hear? ? ?

Be sure to follow us so we can follow you!

The Syposium Countdown!

2009-06-03T01:03:00.003-05:00

Only 10 days until the Michigan Paddle Symposium! Grab a relative, grab a friend, grab a stranger...and get signed up! Visit http://www.powersadventures.com/ to get signed up!

EVENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY:

All Ages Welcome!

2009-05-27T22:45:00.004-05:00

Join the Fun on June 13th and 14th!

See you on the water,
P.O.A.

Michigan Kayak Symposium...

2009-05-26T19:25:00.005-05:00

...Its just around the corner!

Dates: June 13 and 14

Price: $10.00 Donation

SIGN UP TODAY!!!

Oh Canada!

2009-05-19T18:04:00.004-05:00

What a great Adventure! POA just returned from the Great White North (Canada, eh!) with 10 individuals from our recent Hike-Camp-Paddle Trip. Ok, so there was a little more to it than that, so here are a few of the statistics:
Group Size: 10
Destination: Agawa River, Canada

Campsites: Sault Ste Marie (night 1); Agawa River (night 2); Pancake Bay, Lake Superior (night 3)

Portages: 2 (Cascade Rapids and Agawa Falls)

Total Miles Traveled: 846 (roundtrip)

Bald Eagle Sightings: 3

Pounds of Bacon Consumed: 3.6

Miles Traveled by Train: 12

Low Tempature: 31 degrees

Number of Stories to tell: Countless!

Please be sure to check out more PICTURES of our trip by clicking HERE. We hope you can join us for our Canada Adventure in 2010!

Cheers,

P.O.A.

Canada Trip Approaching - 2 SPOTS LEFT!

2009-04-28T22:02:00.004-05:00

Are you an experienced paddler or camper that is looking for a great adventure trip for an unbelievable all-inclusive price? Then this is the trip for you! Powers Outdoors Adventures (http://www.powersadventures.com/) has ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT on our 4 Day, 3 Night Canada Adventure departing from Grand Rapids, MI on Wednesday, May 13th and returning on Saturday, May 16th. All you need to do is find transportation to Grand Rapids by Wednesday at Noon, and then back to Chicago on Saturday evening. The rest of the trip, your meals, snacks, transportation, guide fees, train fees - everything - is all included in the price. ALL PICTURES BELOW ARE TAKEN FROM LAST YEARS TRIP. Here are the details of the Adventure:

AGAWA RIVER MAY 13 - 16, 2009

This is the trip you have been hearing about. This is the Adventure you have wanted to experience. Now you can! Join Powers Outdoors Adventures for an international adventure into the Great White North. Paddle experience IS required. After a drive North into Canada, we will hop a train with all of our kayaks, canoes and gear. We will paddle the Agawa River located in Ontario, Canada. We will camp on the river and alongside Lake Superior. We will eat, sleep, and breathe the great outdoors and all that the Canadian backcountry has to offer. On this trip, you will enjoy some of the most incredible scenery, paddle some amazing whitewater, and enjoy it all in good company with gourmet style meals. This adventure will span 4 days, 3 nights, and we will travel nearly a thousand miles. The cost of the trip is $540 per person and includes the following: All transportation (including train ticket), all meals, all camping fees, all permit fees, all guide fees, a hand-out on what to pack, and a P.O.A. T-shirt.

DETAILS: We will depart from the Rockford Powers Outdoors around Noon on Wednesday, May 13th. (Please arrive by 11:00am to load up your gear.) Once we are loaded up, we will head north for Canada. You will want to eat before arriving Wednesday (or bring a lunch for the road) as we will not stop for food until dinner. Once we reach Canada, we will set up camp near Sault Ste Marie for the night. Dinner will be served at camp. Friday morning, a light continental breakfast will be served. We will then load all of our boats and gear onto the Algoma Central Train at the Soo. After the train has been loaded, we will take a two hour drive north to where we spot the cars. We will be stopping for breakfast along this drive, which is an optional cost. We will spot the cars and then hop aboard the train around 1:00pm. (we will eat lunch while waiting for the train). After a 45 minute train ride, we should be on the river by around 2:00pm. We will hit some good rapids and pull off the river around 6:30 pm. Dinner will be provided at the campsite. In the morning, you will awake to pancakes and bacon before we hit the river. There will be a full day of paddling on Friday, and lunch is provided on the river. We will pull off the river around 4:00pm, load up the gear and boats, and head to our campsite at Pancake Bay, on Lake Superior. After a trip to the Agawa Indian Outpost, and possibly a nap, a steak dinner awaits for dinner. There will be optional paddling on Lake Superior that evening, depending on the weather. On Saturday morning, we will break camp, have breakfast, and begin the dreary trek back home. We should arrive back in Rockford by 4:00pm. If you sign up, you will be provided with a detailed list of required items and suggested gear for the trip. You will be entitled to 10% off any purchase at any of the Powers Outdoors for items that you will be using/taking on the trip. More specific details about spending money, passports, etc will be provided upon your confirmation.

COSTS: Canada Trip Cost: $540.00/person*
Boat Rental Cost: $25.00 for a kayak or $20/person for a canoe
Gear Rental Cost: Price upon request. (Tents, sleeping bags, etc available)

* The cost of the trip includes your transportation (train and car), all meals, camping fees, permit fees, guide fees, and non-alcoholic beverages. All attendees will also receive a Powers Outdoors Adventures T-shirt and a hand out on preparing and packing for the trip. Boat/Gear Rental is extra.

TO SIGN UP: Please complete the Trip Sign Up sheet online at http://www.powersadventures.com/

Back from the Wedding!

2009-04-09T22:26:00.005-05:00

So, here are a few pictures from your favorite outdoor guides Gabriel Cash and Rojo...now Mr. & Mrs. Gabriel Slominski! The wedding took place at Aventura Spa Palace, in Puerto Aventuras, Mexico. Then, the newlyweds headed off to Excellence Playa Mujeres, Mexico for their honeymoon. The scuba pictures and beach pictures were taken on the island of Isla Mujeres, 3 miles off the coast of Cancun.

We can't wait to start guiding trips in Mexico!

-P.O.A.

Chippewa River Pictures

2009-03-17T22:08:00.004-05:00

You can check out the rest of our pictures from our last trip on our Flickr page by clicking HERE. We hope you can join us on an Adventure soon!

Remember, sign up online for our trips at http://www.powersadventures.com/

-P.O.A.

What A Trip!

2009-03-17T01:34:00.003-05:00

We just had an AWESOME trip on the Chippewa River in Mt. Pleasant, MI this past weekend. Not a cloud in the sky, fast water, good food, and 50 degrees in March! You really couldn't have asked for a better day. There were a total of 9 Adventurers and 3 Guides on the trip. We posted a brief video of the trip on YouTube (click here) so be sure to check it out!

We hope to see you on our next Adventure coming up in Canada!

Paddle On,

P.O.A.

Chippewa River Paddle - This Weekend!

2009-03-10T19:44:00.003-05:00

Should be a great weekend to paddle this majestic river that feeds us right into downtown Mt. Pleasant. We will be on the river around 5 hours...maybe less as the river is quite high right now because of all the snow run-off and rain. We will be sure to post some trip pictures next week, and of course brag about all of the fun we had!

Paddle On,
P.O.A.

Pine River Construction - 2009

2009-03-03T23:17:00.002-06:00

If you plan on paddling the Pine River in 2009, the Post is for you!

P.O.A. was checking in with the Baldwin Ranger Station today and received some information regarding updates and construction that will be taking place on some of the bridges/landings along the Pine River this year. According to the Ranger Station, they don't have a finalized schedule of all the access sites yet, but here is what they know:

May 1 - June 26: Low Bridge access site will be closed. Paddlers must take out at Peterson prior to June 26 (or completion if delayed).

September 14 - ?: Peterson Bridge Access site will be closed. Paddlers must take out at Dobson or Low Bridge after September 14 until completion of site.

The Ranger Station hopes to have a more detailed listing of construction and dates before the official paddle season kicks off on May 1, 2009. Once we find out more information, we will be sure to post it here. However, if you are heading up there for some late winter/early spring paddling, be sure to contact the Ranger Station for up to date info: (231) 745-4631.

Paddle On,
-P.O.A.

*photo courtesy of Michigan.gov DNR

Adventure's Snowmobile Trip

2009-01-22T18:37:00.003-06:00

Hello Outdoor Enthusiast! It has been a bit since our last post, but I can assure you we've been enjoying our time off... Here are some great pix of a group that we took to the Upper Penninsula of Michigan for 2 full days of snowmobiling on some of the best trails that the Mid-West has to offer. Be sure to contact us if you ever have the "need for speed" and are looking to get on that Arctic Cat, Ski Doo, Yamaha or Polaris. Hope to catch you out in the snow.

-Gabriel Ca$h

Powers Outdoors Adventures

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2008-12-27T11:55:00.003-06:00

2008 was a great year for P.O.A. We have lots to look back on and talk about. From South Bend, IN to Ontario, Canada (and plenty of trips in between) we have countless pictures and stories to share on our many trips to come. Thanks again to all of you who took and Adventure with us in 2008, and hope that we can see you again in 2009. For those of you that didn't get a chance to join us this past year, we look forward to making new friends and sharing in new Adventures this coming year. Be sure to keep an eye on our website for upcoming Trips and Adventures!!!

I will leave you with a great quote and a question to ask yourself in the upcoming year: "There are two kinds of adventurers: those who go truly hoping to find adventure and those who go secretly hoping they won't." - William Trogdon.

Come find an Adventure with us! Best of Luck in 2009 and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Adventure On,

Gabriel & Jacob Slominski

Powers Outdoors Adventures

Warren Miller Muskegon...Grandville in 2 Weeks!

2008-12-02T01:00:00.003-06:00

Here is a pic of the Three Amigos over at the Frauenthal Theatre in Muskegon, MI., as we sponsored this year's Warren Miller movie "Children of Winter." If you missed it, don't worry...we will be out in even more force on December 12 & 13 at the Grandville High School Auditorium. You can purchase tickets through our website by clicking HERE. You can also buy your tickets at Powers Outdoors in Rockford. Get there early and get a Powers Outdoors T-shirt...or be lucky and catch one as we throw them off stage! Hope to see you at the show.

Thanks to Columbia for hooking us up with these sweet Titanium jackets and be sure to keep an eye out for all of the Columbia SWAG we will be giving away at the shows!

Gabriel Ca$h

P.O.A.

Warren Miller Pre-Party in Chicago!

2008-10-20T19:11:00.005-05:00

ITS THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN! Time to get ready for the winter season...time for the annual Warren Miller installment. This year WM brings you "Children of Winter." So, we are bringing you a Pre-Party! Join us this Thursday, October 23rd at Plan B located in the heart of Bucktown at 1635 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL. We have tons of cool stuff to give away this year including a 4-day Ski Trip, with Lodging to Keystone, CO; a 3-day Ski Trip with Lodging to Alpine Valley; lots of lift tickets and movie tickets and tons of other WM T-shirts, stickers and SWAG!! Be sure to stop by Plan B for your chance to win some of these great prizes. There is a complimentary Sky Vodka reception from 7-8pm...so what are you waiting for? See you Thursday night!

-P.O.A.

FALL PADDLING HAS ARRIVED...

2008-10-16T01:08:00.003-05:00

Call us crazy, but this is one of our favorite times of the year to paddle. The air is crisp. The colors are vivid. The rivers aren't packed full of people. For all of these reasons (and a lot more that you should see for yourselves), a river trip in the fall is tough to beat. Now, throw into that a home cooked meal and some good company...and we're talkin' darn near impossible to beat! So, if you'd like to join us next weekend on the Muskegon River, we would be happy to have you! If you decide to make the trip, here are a few things to consider:

1) Dress in Layers. Even though we are nearing the end of October, if you dress to warm (or not warm enough) you simply won't enjoy your time on the river. So, be sure to start with a decent base layer and then mid-layer on both your top and bottom. Don't forget your rain coat, because even if it isn't raining (hope, hope!) then you can wear it as a wind breaker if necessary.

2) Bring a Change of Clothes. Unlike our summer paddle trips, our fall,winter and spring trips all require that you bring a "dry set" of clothes just in case you take that unexpected dip into the river. Our guides will keep this in one of the guide boats, so that you won't have to worry about the extra bulk.

3) Stay Hydrated. Just because it is cooler outside, doesn't mean that your body can do without liquids. Make it a point bring your Camelbak, Sigg, or a Nalgene bottle for water. And even more important, don't forget to take a drink!

4) Bring Your Camera. The rivers in Michigan this time of year are incredible. The color ranges are so broad that your photos will make you the envy of all your friends. They will be amazed at some of the pictures you bring back from your Adventure!

Hope to see you on one of our next Adventures. Be sure to check out our website at http://www.powersadventures.com/.

Paddle On,

P.O.A.

End of the Summer Paddle

2008-10-12T10:56:00.002-05:00

Well, it was back to the Pere Marquette river for our end of the summer paddle! We had a small group but a great trip. The weather was into the 70's and barely a cloud in the sky. It actually felt more like July! Our head cook Rose made sure we stayed full...for lunch, it was cheese fondue with veggies for an appetizer and then her famous dill pickle wraps for the main course. After stuffing ourselves, and even though an afternoon nap sounded good, the group pushed on. Lots of fisherman on the river, mostly trying their hands for the Trout and Steelhead that the PM is known for. Although the river got tight in a few spots, it was good to see the mutual respect of both kayakers and fisherman using the PM. Stay tuned for our next overnight trip that is taking place on the Muskegon River at the end of October. You can sign up HERE for that trip or other upcoming trips at http://www.powersadventures.com/.

Paddle On,

P.O.A.

TRIP THIS WEEKEND!

2008-09-24T00:30:00.002-05:00

September 27, 2008:End of Summer Paddle
PereMarquette River, Baldwin, MI
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As summer draws to an end, we head north to the scenic Pere Marquette River located in Baldwin, Michigan. Paddlers will enjoy a beautiful, picturesque day trip that will last around 5 hours. The trip includes a light continental breakfast, lunch on the river, transportation to/from river and a P.O.A. T-shirt.

DETAILS: If you are departing from the Rockford Powers Outdoors, we will be leaving at 8:00 am on Saturday, September 27th (Please arrive at 7:45 am to load up your gear.) We will then stop and pick up the 2nd group at the Newaygo Powers Outdoors around 8:45 am, and departing by 9:15am. (Please arrive at 8:30am in back parking lot to load up your gear). Once we are loaded up in Newaygo, coffee and a light continental breakfast will be served before we head north for the PM River. We should be on the river by around 11:15 am. We will have lunch around 1:30 pm and pull off the river around 4:00 pm. Back in Newaygo by around 5:30 pm, and Rockford by 6:30pm. For the trip, we will be putting in at Rainbow Rapids and paddling down to the Lower Branch landing. Boat rental is available for an additional fee. Please note on your sign up sheet if you have your own boat or if you need to rent.

COST: $75.00 if you have all of your own gear. Kayak/Canoe rental is available for an additional $25.00 (which includes a paddle and pfd).

CLICK TO SIGN UP!

HOPE TO SEE YOU ON THE RIVER THIS WEEKEND!

Paddle On,
P.O.A.

Reflection

2008-09-08T00:44:00.005-05:00

REFLECTION: pronounced (ri-flek-shun); Noun.
1. The act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.
2. Something, such as light, radiant heat, sound, or an image, that is reflected.
a. Mental concentration; careful consideration.
b. A thought or an opinion resulting from such consideration.

...Well, here is POA's thought for the day, and you can thank Mr. Ferris Bueller for this one: "Life moves pretty fast...you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." How true. So take a moment to reflect on the picture above. This was taken at Pancake Bay, located in Ontario, Canada. The POA PaddleCru had just finished the Agawa River, and set up camp on the pristine white sand beaches of Lake Superior. Reflection. Makes you stop and think. Now, stop thinking and get out there and paddle!

Paddle On,
Gabriel Ca$h
P.O.A.

P.O.A. Winter Flashback!

2008-09-02T18:42:00.002-05:00

So, I figured it was time to reflect on why we love the Mid-West so much...Seasons! Since summer is coming to an end, and knowing autumn will shortly be upon us, that means winter shall be soon to follow. Just remember, that doesn't mean you can't get out there and paddle. Here is a P.O.A. group just before we launch on the Pere Marquette River at Rainbow Rapids back in December. We believe in 12 months of paddling at P.O.A., so we look forward to seeing you on our Fall Color Tour Paddle in October and our upcoming Winter Paddle in December. Don't forget to check out http://www.PowersAdventures.com/ for details on upcoming trips.

Paddle On,

Gabriel Ca$h
P.O.A.

Have A Safe Labor Day Weekend!

2008-08-28T18:51:00.006-05:00

P.O.A. wants to remind you that it will be busy on the water this weekend. With that in mind, here are a few tips and etiquette to remember when you are heading out in your kayak or canoe to do a little holiday paddling. We call them the "3 Be's":

1) Be Visible. Wear bright colored clothing and/or a bright hat. If you have the option, go with your yellow or orange paddle blades. If you only have black or wood blades, hey...its the end of the season and there are a ton of sales on paddles. Now you have a good excuse (for safety's sake of course) to pick up that bright colored paddle! And if paddling at dusk, make sure you have the proper lighting so that other boats can easily spot you. Remember, assume that bigger boats don't always see you, so be sure to do all you can to maximize your visibility.

2) Be Alert. If you are lucky, you will find some nice calm water to navigate without anyone to disturb your relaxing paddle. But, chances are you will run into gobs and gobs (yes, that means a lot) of weekend warriors cruising in speedboats and racing around on jet skis. So, you need to make sure that you are well aware of your surroundings at all times. Plan ahead so that oncoming vessels can easily steer clear of you. Try to avoid heavily congested areas and be sure to give other boaters plenty of distance. Scan for any hazards and be able to react if you spot any.

3) Be Ready. Make sure that if you head out into the waters this weekend, you do so with a full understanding of your limitations. Don't try to paddle an area above your experience level. Conditions can change at any time and you should be sure that you are capable of handling them. Weather is always a factor, so make sure to check it before you head out. Wind can change the water you are paddling through in the blink of an eye. If you have the proper equipment (PFD, pump, paddle float) and are fully prepared, you can assure yourself a great time and a safe return.

So, now that you've given it some thought, get out there! Grab some friends, your better half or your pet and get that paddle in the water. Enjoy the long weekend and we hope to see you on the water soon.

Paddle On,

Gabriel Cash

P.O.A.

Outdoor Retail Convention Highlights

2008-08-12T23:37:00.004-05:00

Fellow Outdoor Enthusiast, we have seen the future...and it is good! Powers Outdoors and Powers Outdoors Adventures just returned from our bi-annual trip to Salt Lake City, UT to see the latest and greatest outdoor clothing, footwear and gear. New on the kayak front, Old Town is launching a line called Vapor. But the big hit this year at the "Open Air Demo Days" was the paddle board. These are long boards like surfboards from back in the 50's and 60's only instead of surfing them...you paddle them! It is great exercise and way more fun than you may think. Stay tuned for more information about new gear for 2009!

Whitewater - Here We Come!

2008-08-01T20:32:00.002-05:00

So, as July winds to an end we find ourselves in desperate need of WHITEWATER! The best way to get your fix in the Midwest is to head over to the East Race Waterway in South Bend, IN. This will be POA's second trip here this summer and the weather is looking fantastic. Hope to see you there!

Details: POA provides transportation, kayak rental, lunch and a POA T-shirt to everyone signed up fo the trip. We have two seperate starting destinations, Chicago, IL and Rockford, MI. The two groups converge in South Bend for a day of paddling, food and friends. You can check out some more great pix of our last trip on our FLICKR PAGE.

If you missed out this time, unfortunately that is it for 2008. The Waterway's last day for the public is August 10th. So, be sure to put it on your calendar for next summer!

Paddle On,
P.O.A.

Wine Paddle Announced

2008-07-08T20:32:00.007-05:00

Wine tasting and the outdoors...
what else is there in life? Well, here is your chance to experience both in the same weekend. Our next trip is scheduled for July 26 and 27. This trip is a 2.5 hour paddle through a chain of lakes. But that is just the beginning. This trip also includes two seperate wine tastings (a white and a red), some food pairings, as well as the option to camp overnight and enjoy a gourmet dinner in the evening and homeade breakfast in the morning. Now that your mouth is watering, you need to check out the details and
SIGN UP HERE!

Hope to see you on our next Adventure!

Paddle On,
P.O.A.

PowerPaddle a SUCCESS!!!

2008-07-07T13:13:00.004-05:00

On Saturday, July 5th, Powers Outdoors Adventures was on hand to help sponsor the 7th annual Powers Outdoors PowerPaddle Race on the Muskegon River in Newaygo, MI. As always, there were two races: The Fun Paddle and the HardCore Race. The Fun Paddle had over 40 participants this year, with trophies going to the top 3 and medals through 8th place. Then, the HardCore Race had a Mens and Womens Kayak division and an open Canoe Division (pictured above). The total purse money between those classifications was over $1000! Needless to say, the weather was beautiful and the turnout was great. The highlight of the day was the rivalry between Camp Henry and Camp Newaygo. The camps showed up all dressed up in festive garb, a honeymooning couple, a cow complete with udder and the incredible Hulk just to name a few. Camp Henry walked away victorius and vowed to win again in 2009!

2008 Kayak Symposium

2008-06-24T23:53:00.003-05:00

Thank you for making the 6th Annual Powers Outdoors Kayak Symposium a success!!! P.O.A. teamed up with Powers Outdoors for their annual kayak instruction and demo day. Over 200 people attended the event over two days at Wabasis Lake and Brooks Lake. Vendors like Columbia and Teva were on hand to pass out freebies both days. In addition, representatives from Old Town, Necky, Perception, Wilderness Systems, Dagger, Hurricane, Native and Pelican were on hand to explain paddle techniques, rescue examples, and showcase new kayaks. This event grows larger and larger each year, so if you missed it in 2008, start planning now for next year!

P.O.A. Gets its Merit Badge

2008-06-05T20:10:00.003-05:00

Last weekend, POA was invited by Boy Scouts of America to teach some of the Powerderhorn classes at Camp Gerber located in Twin Lake, MI. 42 Members of the BSA received detailed instruction and hands on learning of kayak and canoe terminology, strokes and rescue. If your group would like to recieve instruction, please visit our website at www.PowersAdventures.com and email or call us for details.

Don't Try This At Home

2008-05-26T11:21:00.002-05:00

We are professionals...(fire made with Eco-Friendly Green Goo)

Now get back to those Memorial Day cookouts and campfires!

Photogenic Guides

2008-05-22T23:11:00.003-05:00

Just one of the benefit of booking a trip with P.O.A.!!! (The background helps too!) This pic was taken in front of the amazing Agawa River Falls in Ontario, Canada.

Back from the Canada Trip!

2008-05-22T00:16:00.002-05:00

...And in one piece! What a great trip we had. Thank God nobody can predict Canadian weather. We had perfect conditions for the entire trip. Lots of new pictures to check out at the P.O.A. Flikr site. Can't wait to share more stories with you...

We are International!

2008-05-09T01:19:00.002-05:00

In less than a week, Powers Outdoors Adventures will embark on our guided trip to the Agawa River in Ontario, Canada. We are taking 9 lucky soles and 4 POA Guides. Looks like a great group and we can't wait to get our paddles in that Canadian water!

Paddle On,
P.O.A.

Free Kayak Instruction!!!

2008-04-30T21:41:00.002-05:00

Join Powers Outdoors Adventures this weekend at the Muskegon In-Water Boat show over on Lake Michigan. We have a booth right next to the paddle tank that will highlight some basic kayak instruction. Your guides Jake Slominski and Gabriel Cash will be teaching beginner paddle strokes, self-rescue, and more. We have sessions on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Check out the Paddle Tank schedule at the show for more specific time details.

Don't forget to check out our website at www.PowersAdventures.com

2008 GET OUT MORE TOUR!

2008-04-29T16:40:00.001-05:00

The Tour sponsored by Backpacker Magazine and Woolrich will swing into Powers Outdoors in Newaygo on Sunday, May 4th from 1-2pm. Join outdoor pros Sheri and Randy Propster as they share their trail-tested tips with adventurers across the nation. They will be giving away lots of prizes so make sure you attend this educational and FREE event!

Here is the link for more info:
http://getoutmore.backpacker.com/wordpress/

Adventures Camping Tip:

2008-04-29T10:38:00.002-05:00

If you are heading out for an overnight journey, ditch your travel pillow and pack an extra down coat instead. Your down or primaloft coat can double as a pillow and come in handy when that unexpected cold front comes through at 3am. This will help you shed weight in your pack and gain some versatility!

Adventure On,
Gabriel Ca$h
P.O.A.

Some of our Trip Photos

2008-04-29T00:44:00.002-05:00

Check out some of our recent trips. Our Flickr page is updated with most recent pix from our latest expeditions! www.flickr.com/photos/powersadventures
CHECK US OUT!

Our Guides Rule...

2008-04-29T00:33:00.002-05:00

Contact Information

2008-04-29T00:29:00.004-05:00

www.PowersAdventures.com

Group Shot!

2008-04-29T00:25:00.001-05:00

Adventures is on the Blog!

2008-04-29T00:12:00.000-05:00

Well, Well, Well...look who has a Blog!