Small Gear At OAR

At OAR we have a large (and increasing) variety of gear related to biking, hiking, camping, hunting, fishing and more.

Sitting at my computer as I write this, I can see day and multi-day packs, fishing poles and reels, fishing nets, bicycle helmets, climbing harnesses, climbing helmets and shoes and gloves, a full face motor cross helmet, gun holsters, tennis rackets, bows, rifle scabbard, dove decoys, boots, more boots, a tent, camp chairs, scope, lanterns, camp cookware, black powder bag, gps holders, headlamps, sleeping bags, bicycle locks, water jugs, water bottles, small coolers, reflective vests, sun glasses, canvas saddle bags, tree climbing ropes, ice skates, youth snowboard helmets and one lonely snowboard, waders, snow shoes, roller blades, life jackets, swim fins, small canoe paddle and one very awesome kayak.

We also have a wide variety of technical clothing (both warm weather and cold weather, because the weather in the mountains can change on a dime). 

Mens and womens summer tops, work out shorts and quick-drying hiking shorts, nylon jackets for cool nights on the strip and insulated jackets for cold nights in the mountains, lined and unlined pants, hats and buffs and ear warmers and gloves, base layers, wool socks and tech socks, button down dress shirts by Salomon and fleece tops by The North Face.  The best selection of used camo clothing in town.

And lots more.  

If it is in good to excellent condition and related to any activity that people like to do when they head into the out-of-doors, OAR will accept on consignment and try to find each piece a new home.

Some quick pictures of some of the small gear we have at OAR:

REMINDER

We update our Facebook page on an almost daily basis.

Like us and check us out regularly to see what's new.

Info on our upcoming HUNTERS GEAR SWAP can be found on our FB page (it is pinned at the top of the page):

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Outdoor-Adventures-Revived-OAR/295312997264285?fref=ts

Growing Pains

Ouch.

That's the sound of the growing pains that we have been going through recently at OAR.

Growing pains are a very good sign.  It means that people are finding us, consigning with us, shopping with us.

Our doors have been open for almost seven months now, and we have the ability to expand back, but it is still too soon.

In only seven months OAR has begun to find its footing, and has moved from predictably losing money each month, to breaking even, to actually making a (small) profit.

We have our community to thank for that, and we are extremely gratified that people have embraced our outdoor gear consignment store.

Until we feel certain of OAR's ability to consistently move in a positive direction financially, our creativity will continue to be challenged.

Where to put stuff?  Where to put stuff?

I headed over to Powell this morning to pick up another clothes rack.  

Where to put it?  Where to put it?

Somehow (even when you think there is NO ROOM LEFT), you find room!

Gear Lists Before Heading Out

There is an outdoor recreation organization located in Nashville, Tennessee that I used to be a member of.

The organization works closely with a huge number of non-profits, and organizes outdoor activities that meet the needs of a wide variety of interests and fitness levels ranging from in-the-park yoga classes to kayaking day trips to backpacking multi-day trips.

Events are oftentimes free, and when there is a fee it is usually nominal.

http://www.teamgreenadventures.com/resources

I posted the link for a couple of reasons:

1.  To highlight an example of an extraordinarily successful partnership effort between organizers, non-profits and the general public that serves to bring people together, increase outdoor adventure opportunities and awareness of the environment.

2.  On the linked page are gear checklists for some popular outdoor activities (car camping, day hiking, multi-day hiking etc.).  These checklists are meant only as a guide, but they are a good place to start when you are considering what to bring (and what to leave behind) during your next outdoor adventure.

Some of the great gear we have in the store right now. 

THANK YOU to everyone who took advantage of our law enforcement and military discount during the month of May!

Next up is our Hunters Gear Swap on Saturday June 29.

Mark your calendars and start digging through your hunting gear (it wouldn't break our hearts if a fishing pole or two showed up on the 29th as well)!

More info on the gear swap in our special events link.