How to resolve AdBlock issue? SARATOGA SPRINGS — Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company, New York’s Largest Canoe, Kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) dealer, is pleased to present Saratoga Paddlefest and Outdoor Expo 2017 on May 6 and 7.
The event is the Capital Region’s largest canoe, kayak and SUP sale. It features kayak classes, free clinics and demos from leading experts in the Paddlesports and outdoor industry. It will take place at Mountainman’s Paddlesports shop at the Fish Creek Marina and at their Outdoor Gear and Clothing shop in downtown Saratoga Springs.
Saratoga Paddlefest offers the largest selection of canoes, kayaks and SUPs in New York, and gives paddlers the opportunity to test-paddle hundreds of models before they buy. This year’s show will feature the annual Saratoga Paddlefest Kayak Fishing Tournament. It is open to the public, with first place prize being a Perception Pescador fishing kayak. Participants can use their own canoe, kayak or SUP, or rent one for a small fee.
“Saratoga Paddlefest and Outdoor Expo has grown and expanded each year,” says Mountainman president John Nemjo. “It is now becoming a regional event, drawing outdoor enthusiasts from as far as New York City, New Jersey, Vermont and Massachusetts. They attend because this is the only event where they test paddle so many different brands of canoes, kayaks and SUPs at one time. And there’s a lot of fun for everyone: the fishing tournament, classes and clinics, live music, as well as great deals on canoes, kayaks, SUPs, clothing, footwear, outdoor gear and more.”
American Canoe Association certified instructors will offer kayak classes for beginners and intermediate paddlers. Those interested in taking a class can pre-register online.
New for 2017 is a free Kayak Safety Clinic, geared for all kayakers, novices to advanced. The Saratoga Lake Association, Martin, Harding & Mazzotti, LLP, Kayak Shak and Fish Creek Marina sponsor the Safety Clinic.
Saratoga Paddlefest and Outdoor Expo is free to the public, with a nominal fee for test paddling, the fishing tournament, and on-water classes.
The event will be held Saturday and Sunday, May 6 and 7, at Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company at the Fish Creek Marina, 251 County Route 67 (Stafford Bridge Road), and at their Outdoor Gear and Clothing Shop at 490 Broadway in Saratoga Springs.
More information, a free event guide, a clinic schedule, and directions are available at www.SaratogaPaddlefest.com.
Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company is celebrating 24 years as New York’s Largest Canoe, Kayak and SUP Dealer. With stores in Old Forge and Saratoga Springs, Mountainman features the area’s most complete lineup of outdoor gear and clothing, canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards and is the only Capital Region paddling shop to offer on-site test paddling.
For more information visit www.mountainmanoutdoors.com.
