Dig This :: Authentic Canoe Paddle Necklaces

lil'Badger Paddle Key Chains

We've seen the paddle inspired jewelry out there - and we dig it! But what we dig even more is the inspiration paddle themed jewelry has on us when we are not able to get out on the water. Fiona feels that looking at her lil'paddle key chain during a trip to the big city helps to remind her of a way of life that we cherish. So now we have taken that inspiration to another level with our authentic canoe paddle necklaces (and key chains).

Made from an actual slice from a real wood canoe paddle, our necklaces and keychains are all crafted by hand in the heart of cottage country (Muskoka, Canada). Most are sliced from the shaft area (and into the neck and/or grip of the paddle as well). And... just like a real Badger Paddle, these paddle slices/pendants come as oiled, varnished, or even as our trademark WaterColours finish!

Paddle slices in progress of becoming pendants.

We sand each little slice by hand (or paw).

Crafted by hand, each paddle slice pendant is unique.

Authentic Canoe Paddle Necklaces can be found at AO.

Each necklace cord is tied with a double fisherman's knot (to allow for various sizing) and some also include an extra wood finished bead (we will have glass beads accents by AdR Beads coming soon too!).

COMING SOON: AdR Glass Bead Accents
AdR Glass Beads are hand made in Perth by Amy deRidder
(She is an autism mom too - like Fiona!)

Portageur.ca and Nancy dig their paddle slice keychain!

Visit or contact Algonquin Outfitters to purchase your very own one-of-a-kind (real) paddle necklaces - just delivered yesterday!!! (If you can dig it!) Price: $19.98 CAD (taxes/shipping extra where applicable). Or you can contact us too - we don't mind being badgered...

Badger® Demo Paddles For Sale Autumn 2011

BadgerPaw - Photo credit: R. Parnis

It's that time of the year where many outdoor manufacturers and retailers sell off some of the old demo gear to make way for the new. And so that means it's also the time for YOU to save $$$.

If you are looking for a handcrafted Badger® Canoe Paddle (or two) to add to your collection, be sure to check out the following list for some of the paddles we have available for quick sale.

And if you see something you are interested in, be sure to contact us A.S.A.P. to ensure that get your paws on the paddle you are diggin' on!

How to purchase from this list:
Contact: Mike Ramsay Ph: 705-783-6016
Email: sales(@)badgerpaddles(dot)com

List of Demo Paddles & Blems*
Note: All prices are listed in Canadian Funds and do not include tax(es) or the cost of shipping (where applicable).


Demos (A Series - Like New)
57" Sliver, Cherry, Oiled - $100.00
60" Sliver(s), Cherry, Oiled - $100.00
57" BadgerPaw, Cherry, Oiled - $100.00

Demos (B Series - Used)
57" Tripper(s), Cherry, Oiled - $90.00
60" BadgerTail(s), Ash, Oiled - $85.00
60" BadgerPaw(s), Ash, Oiled - $85.00

Unfinished Blems (with identified issue)
60" BadgerPaw, Tulip (A-symetrical blade shape) - $70.00
60" Digger, Cherry (Thin grip) - $80.00
57" Tripper, Cherry (Filled in knot on blade) - $70.00
57" BadgerPaw, Cherry, (Varnish sanded off blade) - $80.00
57" BadgerPaw, Cherry, (Fill in on blade) - $65.00

Finished Blems (with identified issue)
63" Sliver, Cherry, Oiled, (A-symetrical blade shape) - $90
60" Tripper, Cherry, Combination Finish [oiled shaft/grip and varnished blade] (filled in knot hole on blade - under Badger® logo) - $90.00

Questions? Contact: Mike Ramsay Ph: 705-783-6016 or Email us: sales(@)badgerpaddles(dot)com. But don't forget to hurry - because at these end of season sale prices these paddles won't be available for long!

*Blem (or blemished paddles) refer to paddles with slight imperfections that do not affect the over-all usefulness of the paddle but may not be as strong as we would like. These paddles may or may not bear a BADGER® logo. For the record, we do not believe in blems based on aesthetic appeal otherwise known as cosmetic blemishes. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Wood has many features; very small knots or discolourations, and/or variations in grain that do not affect the overall strength of a properly maintained paddle, are not considered seconds. Whereas our blemished paddles (or seconds) refer to paddles that have slight imperfections that have been fixed or may affect the strength of the paddle. Paddles that are unfixable or deemed unusable are sold as paddles for paintings, wall hangers, and made into Badger Paddle Slice necklaces. Demos (or demonstration paddles) refer to paddles that have been used as sales samples (A Series) or have been lightly used (B Series) for demonstrations, in canoe photo shoots, etc.

When is a Badger not a Badger?

Nature isn't perfect and neither are we.

Sometimes Badger Paddles comes across some imperfections in a piece of wood that, while can affect the overall strength of the paddle, are still alright to paddle with.  Or a slip of the "paw" and other human errors gives us some "Badger Blems" to deal with.

Each paddle that falls into this category will be tagged with their specific information and, usually as a rule, are either left blank (no logo) or they have an UPSIDE DOWN Badger Paddles' PAW branded onto the blade.

Badger Blems, Badger Seconds and even some Prototypes are sometimes available.

Contact Badger & Son in Toronto to see what we have kicking around... but only if you dig deals!!!

Badger & Son

416-251-9326

Ask for Mike a.k.a. Poppa Badger

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