Havasupai Backpacking Trip
The long awaited reservations have been
secured. The TOPOGEAR Team will
be backpacking & camping under the
full moon of April.
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TOPOGEAR's Jerky source has been
selected. We are happy to announce we will
be carrying
Golden Valley Natural
Jerky
products.
We had specific requirements to even be
considered, before we selected the product.
We wanted products that were processed
without the addition of MSG. The more
natural, the better!
Golden Valley Natural offers two product
lines. The first is labeled NATURAL.
The second labeled ORGANIC.
Both products passed the freshness and
taste test with flying colors. So well, I re-
sponded back to Golden Valley Natural that
I obviously have been eating bad jerky all
my life. At least up until this point! These
products are fantastic in taste as well as
freshness, and tenderness.
These products will initially be offered by
special order only. By the case (24 pack-
ets), per individual product. We will pur-
chase as ordered so your product is always
fresh. Email us for special pricing and or-
dering instructions.
sales@topogear.com
We are beginning to list individual packets
on the website, but at this time they are not
available in less than a (24 Pack). What is
shown by packet is discounted off MSRP.
Buying by the cases enables us to offer you
even greater savings than even shown.
The 2nd annual Springtime Bazaar
will be held at the Casablanca in Mesquite,
Nevada.
If you can't decide what to do Saturday
April 17th, come out and join the fun. If
you were planning on something else, can-
cel and come to Mesquite instead! Admis-
sion is inexpensive, and 50% of the pro-
ceeds benefit the National Multiple Sclero-
sis Society.
Last year there were over 1200 people
browsing through the 85 + booths. Lets
help make this turnout even greater! It's for
a good cause. There will be crafts, jewelry,
sporting goods, clothing, & food. TOPO-
GEAR is planning on having a booth. See
us there.
See the full page insert within this News-
letter for more detail. Contact
Carrie for more info at 702 346-7091 or
email:
cduclos@blackgaming.com
TOPOGEAR is taking requests through the
end of March of items you may wish to
purchase during this event. If we have them
at the show they will be discounted off nor-
mal MSRP. Plus you will save any ship-
ping fees. Visit TOPOGEAR
http://www.topogear.com/
Record the Item Number and short descrip-
tion. Then Email that info to TOPOGEAR.
In the subject please type BRING TO
SPRINGTIME BAZAAR. List your item
numbers and brief description. If we bring
it, you are under no obligation to purchase.
The Adirondack
Reservations had to be secured through
the Havasupai Tribe. Reservations for
the year came available Feb 2. We
spent 3 days dialing the phone, over and
over, to get through. Eventually on day
three we were answered. We were
really excited to get our first choice.
For your information, should you care
to secure your own reservations, contact
numbers are listing on the below web-
site. No email, nor is any automated
web site available for reservations.
http://www.havasupaitribe.com/
The Havasupai are a Native American
tribe that has called the Grand Canyon
its home for at least 800 years. They
once laid claim to land the size of Dela-
ware. In 1882 the tribe was forced by
the federal government to abandon all
but a little over 500 acres of land.
Over the next century the tribe used the
legal system to fight for restoration of
their land. In 1975 after many years of
battling for their rights, the tribe suc-
ceeded in regaining 251,000 acres of
their ancestor's land.
As a means of surviving and flourish-
ing in today's economy the tribe has
turned its land into a tourist destination
that attracts thousands of people every
year.
Up Coming Boy Scout Event
BOY SCOUT MEGA EXPO 2010
Sunset Park Las Vegas, Nevada
April 23-25
The Scout Expo is an outdoor festival of
more than 150 Scouting exhibits, demonstra-
tions, activities and games, along with a vari-
ety of community agency booths. An esti-
mated 4,000 Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and
Ventures will staff the program booths at the
Scout Expo.
Youth will be selling Discount Cards for
the event from March 12 until April 23 for
$5.00. Tickets will also be available at the
door.
Over 3,000 youth are expected to camp out
overnight on Friday night and enjoy a camp-
fire that evening. Approximately 12,000
youth, leaders, family and general public
attend the yearly event. A Saturday Night
entertainment show for those camping over-
night on Saturday night will feature guest
musicians and entertainers.
The theme this year is "100 Years of Scout-
ing" and most the booths will center around
Scouting themes. Selected scouting related
exhibit themes include recycling , Dutch
oven cooking, obstacle courses, casting, gold
panning, and Mountain Man Camp. A Merit
Badge Midway for over 800 Scouts will also
be available in a variety of Merit Badge sub-
jects. Source:BSA News Release/Gary Lewis
Cover Photo - The Adirondack.
For those in the eastern Ohio, western Pennsyl-
vania area you may be familiar with these shelters.
Search out the Gerard Hiking Trail in Oil Creek
State Park. You will find yourself in the Oil
Creek Valley Area. Of notable importance, this is
the site of early commercial oil history (1859).
For the less adventurous seek out the many mu-
seums the area has to offer. Hike through the past,
and let your curiosity run wild in a different way.
For those seeking the outdoor adventure grab your
pack and trekking poles, then hit the trail. Oil
Creek Park encompasses over 7,000 acres of
woods, streams and hills.
The Gerard Hiking Trial is a 36 mile loop that is
located within Oil Creek State Park. This Park is
just north of Oil City Pennsylvania.
The trail loop runs down the east and west sides
of Oil Creek Valley. With four connecting trails,
hikers can opt for different length outings. The
trails are clearly marked. The Main Trail marked
with Yellow Blazes. The connecting trails marked
with White Blazes.
There are waterfalls, old historic sites, and
scenic views that over look Oil Creek Gorge.
The trails are well maintained. Ascents and
descents in the trail tend to range from 100 to
300 feet.
Adirondack-type shelters are open year round
for overnight backpackers. Shelter areas are
located at Wolfkiel Run on the west side of
the valley and Cow Run on the east. Each
area has six shelters (each accommodates 3 to
4 people), tent areas, plus restrooms and
firewood. (Bring your own kindling). Water
is supplied on a seasonal basis--please check
when you register. Fires are allowed ONLY
in the central fire ring and shelter fireplaces.
Camp stoves are allowed.
Reservations must be made to use the shel-
ters and tent areas. Call the Oil Creek State
Park Office at (814) 676-5915. You will be
asked, Name, Address, Tel#, Description of
vehicle and license number, number in party,
parking area, direction of travel and date
requested. Please make checks payable to
the COMMONWEALTH OF PA.
You may stay in the shelters one night, The
shelters were designed to allow longer hiking
trips, not extended camping.
For more details please visit:
http://www.orgsites.com/pa/focsp/_pgg6.php3
You will find the latest fees, mileage between
points and more.
Article Subject and Photos Courtesy of Dustin Beach
Las Vegas Dutch Oven Society Gathering
Valley of Fire, Nevada April 12-14
For a couple of us this was a plan gone bad.
We took off Friday night after work and
made it to Valley of Fire in the dark to find
both camping areas full. The State park in-
stalled power at the campgrounds. What was
once not so popular, was now packed with
land yachts. Unfortunately single site reser-
vations are not available. With no place to
set up camp we headed back 75 miles to Las
Vegas.
We took a chance on trying the camp
grounds just outside the Red Rock Canyon
area. Though around 9pm by this time we
found a vacant site and made the best of a
bad situation. We missed out on the Dutch
Oven Gathering but enjoyed the morning
sunrise!
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1 lb Ground Turkey, Browned
2 Stalks Celery, chopped and sautéed
1 Green Pepper, Diced and sautéed
1/4 Cup Onion, chopped and sautéed
1 Can Tomato soup, undiluted
1 Can Water (soup can)
1 Can Kidney Beans, 27 oz can
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Must be in excellent condition and clean/clear title. Las Vegas Area. May consider
250 mile radius depending on price and condition. Cash buyer. Contact
attention Rick. Or call 702-203-0534 and ask for Rick
See us at the SPRING BAZAAR in Mesquite, Nevada
April 17, 2010
See some of our sample products
Bring your artwork on a CD, Flash Drive, etc
We will take your order.
TOPOGEAR
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(Off MSRP)
On a product over $75 MSRP
Use Coupon Code
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Apply Code in Shopping Cart Check-out
On product over $75.
One per customer. Not combinable with other discounts or
sale prices. Expires 3/15/2010
TOPOGEAR SPECIAL OF THE MONTH
See Catalog at
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Some items go fast - Order early - Don't miss out!
FREE shipping on orders over $75
Products for Climbing, Camping, Backpacking, Hiking, Cycling,
Paddling. Lights, Knives, Packs, Clothing, Consumables such as
Jerky, Batteries, soaps, cleaning products. Some items sold in bulk
for resale. We also carry a line of Jewelry with access to requests
for special orders.
www.topogear.com
See TOPOGEAR in the Spring Time Bazaar at Mesquite, Nevada
Saturday April 17th 2010. Email with items if you wish to purchase and save postage. We will
try to have it there and available. Get a $10 off coupon good for the show.
Email sales@topogear.com
UPCOMING EVENTS
Desert River Outfitters is located in
Bullhead City Arizona in Northwest-
ern Arizona on the lower Colorado
River. We provide kayak and canoe
sales, rentals and guided river trips
around the tri-state area of Arizona,
Nevada and California.
Charter Fishing Trips
in NV, UT, CA and Mexico
Las Vegas
Dutch Oven Society
Boy Scouts and Leaders
Receive Special
Deep Discounts &
Bulk Order Discounts
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Paddling Festival
Hosted by SOUTHWIND KAYAK
CENTER
Newport Dunes, California Visit site
for latest info
1-800-SOUTHWIND or
1-800-768-8494
BOY SCOUT MEGA EXPO 2010
Sunset Park Las Vegas, Nevada
April 23-25
ISE SPORTSMAN SHOW
Salt Lake City
South Towne Expo Center, Sandy, UT
March 18-21
http://www.sportsexpos.com 800 545-6100
TOPOGEAR
HAVASUPAI FALLS Backpack Trip
Grand Canyon Area, Arizona
April 28th Week
Don't miss our
Discount Sale
.
Look for items marked with the
discount. Many items in our in-
ventory of over 8000 items are
marked down. These discounts are
for limited times, and change with-
out notice. Don't miss out. Also
take advantage of the limited time
FREE SHIPPING
on orders with
amounts over the current mini-
mum. Check the <HOME> page
for details at:
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SPRINGTIME BAZAAR
Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Mesquite, NV at the CasaBlanca
April 17th 10am-4pm
Over 85 booths of Crafts*Jewelry*Clothes*Food*
Contact Carrie 702-346-7091
LAS VEGAS DUTCH OVEN SOCIETY
Gathering & Potluck - Las Vegas, NV
Saturday 3/13/2010
Mountain Crest Park, 4701 N Durango, Las Vegas
Gather at 12:00 With Dinner at 2:00
White or Dark T-shirts
Polo and Golf shirts
Tote Bags
Mouse pads
Canvas and Art Prints
Aprons
Small to Large set ups
Graphics and logos
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March 2010 Event:
3/14/2010
Family Picnic
Desert Shores, Lake Jacqueline, Las Vegas
10am to ?
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