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January 21, 2015

Midwest Mountaineering Newsletter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Midwest Mountaineering January Newsletter

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In this newsletter: 

  • Giant Preseason Kayak SALE - Save an additional $100, $200 or $300 off 110 kayaks and SUP's already on sale, 54 models -  click here to check out the sale prices
  • 20% off the retail price of any one item in Midwest Mountaineering, and 15% off the sale price of any on item in Thrifty Outfitters- coupons below
  • Just arrived $80,000 in Patagonia samples in Thrifty Outfitters - 40% OFF - men's med, women's small and medium - These will go fast!
  • Year-End Clearance Sale specials
  • FITS Socks Trunk Show at Midwest Mountaineering - Thursday, February 5th  - 6-8 pm Join us !
  • Upcoming Events at Midwest Mountaineering

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Year-end Clearance Sale

Clothing:
Selected women's winter outerwear - 20% - 50% OFF
Selected men's winter outerwear – 20% - 40% OFF
Selected closeout styles of SmartWool – 20% OFF
Selected closeout styles of Icebreaker – 20% OFF
All winter aerobic sport jackets & bottoms - 20% OFF
Selected men's and women’s winter sportswear - 20% - 50% OFF

Camping:
Select STM iPad cases - 75% OFF
Select daypacks and shoulder bags from The North Face, Mountain Hardwear, Boreas, and STM -  50% OFF
2014 Leki Naya, Lhasa Lite, and Corklite (sale only applies to last year's models) - 30% OFF
Nemo Nocturne 15 and Nocturne 30 sleeping bags - 30% OFF

Footwear:
All remaining men's & women's Patagonia footwear - 20% OFF
All remaining men's Timberland footwear - 20% OFF
All remaining men's & women's slippers - 20% OFF

All wall calendars -20% OFF

Paddlesports:
 
Giant Preseason Kayak SALE - Save and additional $100, $200 or $300 off 110 kayaks and SUP's already on sale, 54 models -  click here to check out the sale prices
All used/demo boats - 30% - 60% OFF
Select kayak paddles - up to 50% OFF
Select PFD's - 40% OFF

Snowsports:
Salomon skate ski package - Sale - $549.95
Includes:
Equipe 8 Skate skis
Equipe 8 Skate CF boots
Equipe 60 Carbon poles
Pilot Equipe Skate binding

Thrifty Outfitters:
Just arrived:
Patagonia Spring 15 samples -  retail value $80,000 - 40% OFF
Men's medium and women's small and medium
The Fits Trunk Sale is coming February 5th - join us!

 

quantities limited


FITS Socks Trunk show - Thursday evening , February 5  - 6-8 pm -  Join us!

FITS

 

 

  Join us for a fun evening with wine, other beverages and nibbles, and a showing of FITS™ socks.  FITS™ rep Dave Olson will be here to answer your questions.  For each pair of FITS™ socks purchased, you'll be entered into a drawing for a free custom set of socks. If you're already a fan of FITS™ socks, you'll want to stop in.  If you haven't yet tried FITS™, come in and see why these American-made merino wool socks are so popular. Special opportunity to purchase new 2015 colors and models not regularly stocked in Thrifty Outfitters.  Bring your friends!
 


Upcoming Events

Thursday, January 22 -  6:30pm- Divas Climbing 101
Women, take yourself to new heights and learn the ropes through hands-on experience in our Climbing Cave.  Wear comfortable clothing and get ready to soar!  All equipment provided.  Instructed 
by Carolyn Hansen.  Sign up early because these classes are popular! Required:  All climbers must have a completed liability waiver on file at Midwest Mountaineering.  Liability waivers expire at the end of the calendar year and must be re-submitted every year. Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants.  Cost $5, no refunds.  Minimum age 15.  612–339–3433 Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering

Monday, January 26  - 6:30pm - Climbing 102 
A Climbing 101 clinic is a prerequisite for this clinic.  Carolyn Hansen will provide this opportunity to expand your technical skills and help prepare you for more advanced climbing.  We'll review knots, 
commands, and belaying, along with more in-depth explanations and uses of climbing gear.  Don't worry; we will still have time to climb! Required:  All climbers must have a completed liability waiver on file at Midwest Mountaineering.  Liability waivers expire at the end of the calendar year and must be re-submitted every year. Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants.  Cost $5, no refunds.  Minimum age 15.  612–339–3433 Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering

Wednesday,  January 28 - 6:30pm - Winter Camping: The Basics
Don't let cold weather stop you from traveling outdoors for half the year.  Learning how to camp comfortably in the winter will allow you to see a whole new world. Please join Bear Paulsen for an evening of learning about how to stay warm in the cold.  He'll cover how to dress, different clothing strategies and share tips and tricks from hundreds of nights of winter camping.  He'll also discuss food, water and give some basic safety information.  Expedition Room, Midwest Mountaineering

Thursday, January 29 - 6:30pm - The Physiology of Adventure Diets Butter, Butter, Butter
How you really should be eating. Diet this and diet that.  Sugar free and chemicals added.  Calories counted vs. calories burned.  Meal replacement bar or a handful of good old fashioned Gorp?  What is Trans fat anyway?  Ever get really cranky while on trail?  Training for months but the sore muscles are getting the best of you? Come Join Ed Watson, Nutrition & Medical Research Consultant, to learn how to pack the appropriate provisions for your next trek long or short.  Learn exactly what your body goes through while you're out on trail and what you should REALLY be eating!  Explore the biochemical differences between butter, lard, olive and fish oils and how the weather influences the thermodynamics of digestion. So before you eat a side salad for dinner and plain oatmeal for breakfast in preparation for a full day of laying tracks in the fresh snow, learn how to optimize your adventure by feeding your body properly for your optimal physical and emotional enjoyment.  Pre-registration is required.  Space is limited.  Cost $5.00.  No refunds.  Minimum age 15.  Call 612–339–3433 to reserve your spot.  Expedition Room, Midwest Mountaineering

Saturday, January 31- 8:15am – 9:00am Yoga
Free Yoga – every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m. The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m. Thrifty Outfitters

Monday, February 2 - 6:30pm - Climbing 101
Take yourself to new heights and learn the ropes through hands on experience in our Climbing Cave.  Learn the basics of bouldering, top roping and what you need to know to get started in this invigorating sport from our very own expert climber Carolyn Hansen.  All equipment provided.  Wear comfortable clothing! Required:  All climbers must have a completed liability waiver on file at Midwest Mountaineering.  Liability waivers expire at the end of the calendar year and must be re-submitted every year. Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants.  Cost $5, no refunds.  Minimum age 15.  612–339–3433  Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering

Wednesday, February 4 - 6:30pm - Winter Camping: Beyond the Basics
This clinic is for those that have already attended Winter Camping: The Basics or those who have winter camped a few times and are looking to expand their knowledge.  Bear Paulsen will discuss choosing a campsite, shelter options and the all important – how to sleep comfortably through the long winter nights.  He'll cover winter travel from backpacking on foot to pulling a pulk sled through the BWCA.  Sled design will also be covered. Expedition Room, Midwest Mountaineering

Thursday, February 5 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm - FITS Socks Trunk Show
Join us for a fun evening with wine, other beverages and nibbles, and a showing of FITS™ socks.  FITS™ rep. Dave Olson will be here to answer your questions.  For each pair of FITS™ socks purchased, customers will be entered into a drawing for a free custom set of socks. If you're already a fan of FITS™ socks, you'll want to stop in.  If you haven't yet tried FITS™, come in and see why these American-made merino wool socks are so popular. Special opportunity to purchase new 2015 colors and models not regularly stocked at Thrifty Outfitters.
Enter drawings for free FITS socks - grand prize is a customized set of 12 pairs.  Special guest speaker, Q&A Join us for wine and cheese, and bring your friends! Midwest Mountaineering - Thrifty Outfitters

Saturday, February 7 - 8:15am  - 9:00am - Yoga
Free Yoga – every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m..  The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m. Thrifty Outfitters

Thursday, February 12 - 6:30pm - Bouldering Divas
The second Thursday of every month is now the all women, ONLY women, evening of bouldering in the Cave!  Carolyn Hansen will be on hand to answer questions and help provide a fun and relaxing atmosphere.  All abilities welcome from the, "I've never done this before", to those who want to set routes, and everyone in-between. Required:  All climbers must have a completed liability waiver on file at Midwest Mountaineering.  Liability waivers expire at the end of the calendar year and must be re-submitted every year. Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants.  Minimum age 15.  Climbing shoe rental is $3.  612–339–3433 Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering

Saturday, February 14 - 8:15am -  9:00am - Yoga
Free Yoga – every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m..  The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m.. Thrifty Outfitters

Thursday, February 19 - 6:30pm - Divas Climbing 101Daring
Women, take yourself to new heights and learn the ropes through hands-on experience in our Climbing Cave.  Wear comfortable clothing and get ready to soar!  All equipment provided.  Instructed by Carolyn Hansen.  Sign up early because these classes are popular! Required:  All climbers must have a completed liability waiver on file at Midwest Mountaineering.  Liability waivers expire at the end of the calendar year and must be re-submitted every year. Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants.  Cost $5, no refunds.  Minimum age 15.  612–339–3433  Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering

Thursday, February 19 - 6:30pm - The Physiology of Adventure Diets
How you really should be eating. Diet this and diet that.  Sugar free and chemicals added.  Calories counted vs. calories burned.  Meal replacement bar or a handful of good old fashioned Gorp?  What is Trans fat anyway?  Ever get really cranky while on trail?  Training for months but the sore muscles are getting the best of you? Come Join Ed Watson, Nutrition & Medical Research Consultant, to learn how to pack the appropriate provisions for your next trek long or short.  Learn exactly what your body goes through while you're out on trail and what you should REALLY be eating!  Explore the biochemical differences between butter, lard, olive and fish oils and how the weather influences the thermodynamics of digestion. So before you eat a side salad for dinner and plain oatmeal for breakfast in preparation for a full day of laying tracks in the fresh snow, learn how to optimize your adventure by feeding your body properly for your optimal physical and emotional enjoyment. Pre-registration is required.  Space is limited.  Cost $5.00.  No refunds.  Minimum age 15.  Call 612–339–3433 to reserve your spot. Expedition Room, Midwest Mountaineering

Saturday,  February 21 - 8:15am - 9:00am - Yoga
Free Yoga – every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m..  The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m. Thrifty Outfitters

Monday, February 23 - 6:30pm - Climbing 102Climbing
A Climbing 101 clinic is a prerequisite for this clinic.  Carolyn Hansen will provide this opportunity to expand your technical skills and help prepare you for more advanced climbing.  We'll review knots, commands, and belaying, along with more in-depth explanations and uses of climbing gear.  Don't worry; we will still have time to climb! Required:  All climbers must have a completed liability waiver on file at Midwest Mountaineering.  Liability waivers expire at the end of the calendar year and must be re-submitted every year. Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants.  Cost $5, no refunds.  Minimum age 15.  612–339–3433  - Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering

Saturday, February 28 - 8:15am -  9:00am- Yoga
Free Yoga – every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m..  The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m. Thrifty Outfitters

All Midwest Mountaineering events are at www.midwestmtn.com/current-events