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Showing posts with label green. Show all posts
Showing posts with label green. Show all posts

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Is there really such a thing as a GREEN BADGER?


Yes - it's true... some Badger's can be green!  Not only have we gone green with our new 100% All Natural Badger Paddle & Gunnel/Gunwale Oil but starting in 2011 we will no longer be using plastic in the shipping of our adult canoe paddles.


That's right!  NO PLASTIC!


Instead, we are going to ship every adult canoe paddle, including those to all of our Dealers & Retail Partners, in it's own Badger Paddle Sock.


Because the Paddle Sock offers more protection then a thin plastic bag AND is a more environmentally friendly solution to be used for protecting a paddle during shipping and transporting*, it is now included when you buy a Badger canoe paddle!! Which means you will be able to re-use the versatile & protective paddle sock it was shipped in, again and again.


This definitely reduces our impact on the environment with all the thousands of plastic bags we will all be diverting from the land fills and waterways by adapting this method.**





And, you will still be able to purchase Badger Paddle Socks individually at the regular price of $18.95*.  Which is great news considering the Badger Paddle Sock stretches to fit most canoe paddles up to 65 inches and works for 2 piece kayak paddles too!

At Badger, we really try to take our social & environmental responsibilities seriously and are always looking for ways to keep it green.  After all... who doesn't "dig" the earth?!!
This picture was taken from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch website:
http://greatpacificgarbagepatch.info/
Visit the GPGP site for more information about this horrible mess.










  *Does not include the cost of shipping or taxes where applicable.


**In the past, Badger would ship each canoe paddle in a clear plastic sleeve but was always finding ways to distribute them locally using blankets, and paddle socks of course (even our first sock proto-types are in use: which were 2 (or 3) old hockey socks sewn together with one end sewn shut). But this takes our attempts to be green to a whole new level as there is no plastic involved and our stretchable Badger Paddle Sock can be used by the customer for their other paddles as well.


*Cardboard boxes are used where appropriate.  We re-use and/or recycle all cardboard boxes/containers we receive where & when ever possible.

Sunday, November 8, 2009

NEW: Water Colours Canoe Paddles for Adults


We knew kids 'n cubs would love our colourful tinted solid wood canoe paddles but we weren't anticipating such a keen interest from the bigger kids too!

That's right - you asked for it and we listened....  Water Colours are now available for adults!   Choose from a variety of colours like blue, green, rose, turquoise, orange and more.


Our tints are non-toxic and each Water Colours Badger Paddle is varnished with 3 coats of a high quality marine grade varnish.  For more information on Badger Water Colours - please contact us or visit Swift Canoe & Kayak.


Please note that because nature provides a variety of interesting grains and beauty marks it is natural to expect some differences in the shade or colour within a piece or between paddles.  Water Colours by Badger Canoe Paddles highlights these natural characteristics thereby preserving the beauty of the wood.


Badger Water Colours (makers of the original colourful tinted solid wood paddles) are so much fun they have already started a new trend!  These tinted paddles will also make a great gift for the holidaze this year for the paddlers on your list.   Currently only available at Swift Canoe & Kayak - be sure to get yours soon because this popular and novel item will not last long in stores!



Thursday, August 20, 2009

NEW COLOURFUL CUB PADDLES FOR KIDS!!!


Paddling for kids just got more fun!!!

Badger Paddles loves to get kids (and cubs) excited about paddling and the outdoors ... That is why we now offer our cub paddles in different COLOURS!

CUB WATER COLOURS...

Our cub colour stains are water-based, non-toxic and fun!

Blue, Green, Pink, Purple, Turquoise and other variations available. Each colour and paddle will vary due the properties of stain and the natural variations in wood. Just like kids - No two alike!

Kids ‘n Cubs have a long reach to the water from a canoe so our paddle sizes come in 46” and 48” lengths for a more comfortable and positive paddling experience.

Our cub blades are approx.5” at the widest point and 22” from the end of the blade to it’s neck.

Our Cub Paddles and Cub Water Colours are Varnished. Note: Oiled is available in “Natural” only.

For more information about Badger Paddles, please visit our website at: Kids n' Cubs Water Colours