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Birmingham Events & Classes


Backcountry North frequently sponsors, organizes or supports local outdoor industry activities, seminars, and symposiums. In addition, there are number of sales that go on throughout the year, so be sure to stay updated on these upcoming events!

Downtown Location, Birmingham: 248-885-8750

Smartwool Socks

Semi-Annual Smartwool Sock Sale
Buy Three, Get One FREE

Friday, May 17 thru Sunday, May 19  
ALL Backcountry North Locations
 
Buy any three pair of Smartwool socks and get the fourth pair free! This is a great time to stock up on gifts for Mothers Day, Fathers Day, and Graduation... or maybe get a little something for yourself!


 

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Six Rivers
Six Rivers Adventure League

Every Wednesday: May to September
Downtown, Birmingham Store Location

 
Join the Summer Adventure League. Backcountry North partners again with Six Rivers Regional Land Conservancy to bring you kayak adventures throughout the rivers of southeastern Michigan. This year we have added hiking and biking to the roster. For a small fee that goes to benefit the Land Conservancy, you can participate in all the offered events. Earn tickets for each event that you attend and then enter them to win great prizes at the end-of-the-season party! We have also produced a map of local hiking areas that you can enjoy on your own and receive tickets for each hike completed.

Check out the schedule at www.sixriversrlc.org or stop in at the Birmingham location for any questions!

Downtown Location, Birmingham: 248-885-8750


 

Birmingham Kayak Symposium
Instructions, Demos and Lunch

Saturday, May 18, 2013
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dodge Bros. Park, Cass Lake in Birmingham

This annual on-water tutorial has become one of the most popular Backcountry North events! Come spend an afternoon with us learning about boat design, paddling techniques, and safety procedures. We will provide the information needed to select the right kayak for your needs and help you to develop safe paddling habits on the water. You may choose the instructional section that you would like to partake in. More information is available during registration.

Representatives from Wilderness Systems, Native Kayaks, Current Designs, and Liquid Logic will be there to offer instruction, answer questions, and also have a variety of model kayaks available for you to demo. Backcountry North staff will be on hand to answer questions about gear.

Lunch is provided and all participants will receive a coupon for discounts on kayaks and paddle-related accessories purchased over the weekend of the demo. Space is limited to ensure boat availability, so be sure to sign up soon! Pre-registration is required; contact the Birmingham Backcountry North location for more information! 

Cost: $50 per person 

Downtown Location, Birmingham: 248-885-8750


 


 

Stand Up Paddle Boarding


What SUP? Birmingham
Stand Up Paddleboard Demo

Saturday, May 18, 2013
11:00 am - 2:00 pm 
 
Dodge Bros Park, Cass Lake, Birmingham
 

Come try the best boards and paddles from top-quality marker at this year's Stand Up Paddleboard event. Manufacturer's reps and Backcountry North staff will be there to provide basic instruction and opportunities to paddle a variety of SUP boards.

Prepare to get wet! Dress for water temperature and bring a spare change of clothes. Suggested clothing: wet suit. Be sure to call and reserve your place, as space is limited due to board availability.

Cost: $20 per person

Downtown, Birmingham: 248-885-8750


 

Zion National Park


Adventure Travel Fair
Costa Rica, St. James, Bali, Zion

Wednesday, May 22, 2013
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm  
Downtown, Birmingham Store Location

 
Planning on surfing in Costa Rica, walking the Way of Saint James in Northern Spain or exploring Bali? Come to our Birmingham store for a very special evening and meet fellow customers who can share their travel experiences with you. Even if you don't have a destination in mind, we hope to inspire you to plan an adventure!

Downtown Location, Birmingham: 248-885-8750


 

Birmingham Sidewalk Sale


Birmingham Sidewalk Sale
Downtown

Saturday, July 27, 2013
9:00 am - 9:00 pm 
 
Downtown, Birmingham Location
 

On this day, Birmingham hosts it's biggest retail event of the year: the Sidewalk Sale! Downtown Birmingham will close their streets to traffic, allowing businesses to sell right on the street. Be sure to stop by and shop Backcountry North's clothing and equipment collection in the great outdoors - as well as find some deals along the way!

 


 

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