We are preparing for freeze up as the sun barely peaks over the horizon and the nights fill the pond with ice. So if you are hoping to get a toboggan or snowshoes for Christmas time, you may wish to … Continue reading →

Lots of folks are reporting shipping issues at checkout.  Sometimes “Local Pickup” is the only displayed option, other times you will be given the option to have your item shipped, but it reverts back to “Local Pickup” when you head … Continue reading →

An email we received this week:“…On one of our back-country weekend trips, one guy wore rubber insulated hunting boots and had problems keeping his feet warm. Another person on the same trip had cheap Kamik snowmobile-style boots and the synthetic … Continue reading →

Lake Superior in the Winter! In just two short weeks we are heading north-west to the stunning shores of Lake Superior to teach a winter moccasin workshop. What better way to spend a fall weekend then to soak up the … Continue reading →

Look up, way up. Not that far up. Right there at the address bar.   That fancy little lock symbol and S in HTTPS means that your information is secure while you peruse our website.  My brother tells me that’s a … Continue reading →

We are gearing up for a great workshop season this fall. Our workshop season begins in Wawa, ON on the magical lake Superior at the Rock Island Lodge. We’ve heard this coming winter is going to be a cold one! … Continue reading →

We’re embarrassed that the mitt wool that we used last year did not hold up to a full season of expedition abuse.  We expect better from all of our products, and hope that you do as well.  If you have … Continue reading →

It was brought to our attention that in our calendar of events, the Rock Island Lodge winter moccasin making workshop wasn’t on the page! So we want people to make sure to know that yes, we are heading to Wawa … Continue reading →

As a years-long move finally settles down, we’re aiming to pare down and make a fresh start on our expedition gear. We have Snowtrekker Tents, stoves, toboggans, snowshoes, chisels and more on sale, with some items 70% off or more! … Continue reading →

Ask and you shall receive! We are now crafting light-weight anoraks out of a beautifully tight 5 oz cotton canvas. Same great wind shelter goodness, half the size and weight! 5oz Canvas Anoraks available here!