Paddle across Atachafalaya Basin 2013 – Trip Leader Adventure
This is an adventure that two of Pack & Paddle's Trip Leaders took in December of 2013. It is quite the story! Read on: I wanted to have a kayak adventure in the Atchafalaya Swamp since the weather cooled, luckily I’m not the only one. Kevin and I, both guides for Pack & Paddle, made a plan to cross the Atchafalaya Swamp between Christmas and the New Year. Other folks were interested but just couldn’t make it so Kevin brought one of his sons, Grant, along. We planned to use the same route that I used the last time I crossed, a ...
Nature Station Hike January 2014 Trip Report
This hike is by far the best hike in Lafayette! Yes I know…it is the only place to hike in Lafayette but my what a beautiful hike it is. We met at Pack & Paddle then made our way to the Nature Station – North trail system, you can add some mileage if you hike both side of Dan Deballion Coulee. The Nature Station itself, an environmental education facility, is located south of Dan Deballion Coulee and is accessed through Acadiana Park on the campground road. The north trail is located on Shadow Bluff Drive and that is where we ...
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This Friday! Cinema on the Bayou Film Festival with Freetown Fries
Pack & Paddle is proud to participate for the 7th year in a row in the Cinema On The Bayou Film Festival. This home-grown celebration of film and Louisiana is always a treat for us to be a part of. Price: Free Event! Date: THIS Friday, Jan. 24th at Pack & Paddle at 5:30pm 5:30 pm: Social Hour - Freetown Fries Foodtruck - Meet & Greet with the Filmmakers - Complimentary Wine 6:30 pm: The Night the Blackbirds Fell, 40 min. with Filmmakers Brian Campbell and Will Scott. New Year's Eve, 2010, midnight; amidst the revelry, thousands of blackbirds fall from ...
Jackson Big Rig Kayak
The Big Rig is one of Jackson’s most stable kayaks yet - laden with all the core JK innovations and some NEW features developed to make this kayak the easiest to paddle and stand on. References: Web page: http://jacksonkayak.com/jk-kayaks/kayak-fishing/big-rig/ YouTube Promo Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2qf1Ham0fM Designed to increase the ‘standability’ of kayak fishing, the Big Rig was built wider and with a new hull that increases both the size of the standing platform as well as the speed and tracking of a wider kayak. Combined, this innovative new design allows for both an increase in stability for those not used to standing on ...
Overnight Paddle Camping at Lake Fausse Pointe Jan 2014
This was one of those trips that was just supposed to happen. We canceled the trip because of only one sign up but then a couple of folks from Minnesota called Friday afternoon planning on going on it the next morning. I changed the plans I had at that point to accommodate the travelers and the dedicated trip customer that still wanted to go. We pulled up at the Lake Fausse Pointe dock at 10am and started our trip towards the old cypress on the south end of Lake Dauterive. We traveled along the bank photographing the gnarly knees, the windblown Spanish moss and the majestic cypress ...
Becky’s Wish List for Christmas 2013
John and Becky Williams own Pack & Paddle and like to spend as much time outdoors as possible. As you’ll see from her list - Becky is in need of some cool accessories for her iPad! Patagonia Capilene 4 Hoody It's your traditional, super warm Cap 4 with a hood! Osprey iPad Portal Pack This bag is a must-have for any tablet owner. You can leave your device in your bag while using it! Hobie Adventure Island Becky is looking for new adventures with this sailing kayak! But she's also going to need a custom trailer and wheel cart for ...
Werner Camano Paddle
The Camano is one of the most popular low angle paddle designs - now available in blue! This paddle features a straight, standard diameter fiberglass shaft, coupled with an easy-to-use adjustable ferrule system, and stiff, lightweight, fiberglass blades. The mid size blades offer the perfect combination for paddlers who want power yet use a relaxed all around touring stroke. The Camano also offers the best balance of light swing weight and smooth forward strokes. Mid Size blade offers a great combination of gentle power and ease of stroke. Light swing weight reduces fatigue. Advanced blade design creates a smooth forward ...
Ski’s Wish List for Christmas 2013
Ski joined our staff in 2013 and has been a great asset in our boat and camping department and throughout the shop. Ski is an avid climber, hiker and kayak fisherman. Sterling Velocity Climbing Rope This dry core treated rope is perfect for climbing in any kind of weather. Patagonia Capilene 2 Shirt Ski plans on using this as a running shirt, a base layer and an everyday winter shirt. Kuhl Rydr Pants Ski plans on using these pants for every day use around the shop. Camano Paddle by Werner This paddle is awesome for the person who spends ...
Helinox Lightweight Folding Chair
When it comes to comfortable, portable seating for summer, we've got you covered. This Helinox chair is unbelievably lightweight, compact, comfortable and easy to set up. For the complete setup - get the new Helinox table as well! Details: Super compact when folded - the size of a man's shoe! Ultra lightweight - less than 2 lbs (weighs less than a liter of water)! Easiest assembly - almost assembles itself with self locating shock cord technology [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/41929216[/vimeo] [vimeo]http://vimeo.com/84738749[/vimeo] ...
Amy Dupuis’s Wish List for Christmas 2013
Amy Dupuis has a few things on her mind this holiday season - staying cute while working in the shop, and taking her newborn baby girl out on adventures! Smartwool Socks A year-round favorite sock that is just oh-so comfortable. Merrell ProTerra Vim Sport Hiking Shoes Quick-drying, minimalist hiking shoes - perfect for Louisiana hikes. Metal & Lace Local Jewelry This line of locally made jewelry has some of the cutest bracelets, necklaces, rings & hair pins. Deuter Kids Comfort II Child Carrier A favorite with parents and kids alike: designed for that feeling of boundless freedom. PrAna Josephine Scarf Everyone ...
The PowerPot Thermoelectric Generator
This revolutionary, new device charges your electronics while you cook! Pack & Paddle is excited to have this awesome new item in stock. You've got to try one out - never know when you'll need to charge your phone or camera! The PowerPot® gives you the power to charge your electronics anytime, in any situation. Use it in the backcountry or at home during a power outage. It can charge any USB device. This includes smartphones, mp3 players, GoPro cameras, headlamps, GPS units, water purifiers and so on. If it’s USB, it’ll charge with the PowerPot®! Simply add water to ...