Annual Kayak Symposium (Includes Instruction, Demos, & Lunch) TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN: Saturday, June 8, 2013 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Clinch Park in Traverse City   BIRMINGHAM, MICHIGAN: Saturday, May 18, 2013 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Dodge Bros. Park, Cass Lake, 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 your closest Backcountry North location for more information!  Cost: $50 per person US-31 Location, Traverse City: 231-941-1100 Downtown Location, Traverse City: 231-946-1339   Downtown Location, Birmingham: 248-885-8750   What SUP? Stand Up Paddleboard Demo TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN: Sunday, June 9, 2013 11:00 am - 3:00 pm   Clinch Park, Traverse City   BIRMINGHAM, MICHIGAN: Saturday, May 18, 2013 10:00 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 Location, Traverse City: 231-946-1339 US-31 Location, Traverse City: 231-941-1100 Downtown Location, Birmingham: 248-885-8750   Store Hours   Downtown, Birmingham Monday: 10-7 Tuesday: 10-7 Wednesday: 10-7 Thursday: 10-8 Friday: 10-7 Saturday: 10-6 Sunday: 12-5   US-31, Traverse City Monday: 10-8 Tuesday: 10-8 Wednesday: 10-8 Thursday: 10-8 Friday: 10-8 Saturday: 10-8 Sunday: 11-5 Downtown, Traverse City Monday: 10-6 Tuesday: 10-6 Wednesday: 10-6 Thursday: 10-6 Friday: 10-6 Saturday: 10-6 Sunday: 11-4

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