Scout Week – April 4th – 10th:
Fontana Sports Scout Week will recognize all Scouts with their Boy Scout or Girl Scout card by giving them 20% OFF ALL NON-SALE PURCHASES. We will also be offering FREE clinics, contests & events to Scouts during the week. Your Troop, Scout individuals and friends/parents of Scouts are invited to attend. Look for more info on the separate Scout Week in-store signage.
Backpacking
Basics/How to Set Up Camp
Tuesday, April 5th at 6 pm/Westside location
Kelty and Slumberjack rep Shawn Thiele has years of experience with the best
gear and he knows how to use it! If you are curious as to how to get started
backpacking or just need some gear tips this is a great clinic for you. He will
talk about how to properly fit and pack a pack as well as showcase some of the
innovative new products Kelty has come out with. This is a free event.
Where
to Backpack in the Upper Midwest
Wednesday, April 6th at 6:00 PM/Downtown Location
Backpacker and Eagle Scout, Todd McMahon (aka Tman) discusses the different
places in the Midwest to go backpacking ranging from weekend to weeklong
backpacking trips. Everything from Devil’s Lake State Park to the Superior
Hiking Trail, Ice Age Trail and North Country Trail. He’ll also touch on the
ultra-light backpacking options and strategies he uses including backpacks,
tents, sleeping bags, cooking kits, first aid kits and more. Google “I Saw
Tman” to learn more. This is a free event.
10th Annual Fly
Fishing Rendezvous –
Thursday, April 7th from 4 - 7 pm/Westside location
A freebie for all in attendance! We’ll have the latest greatest in fly fishing
gear, factory reps on hand, River Alliance of Wisconsin will be giving a talk
on “Threats to Wisconsin’s Trout Streams… and What Citizens Can do About Them”,
fly tying demos, women's specific products, contests, snacks & beverages.
Door prizes given away every 15 minutes! Put your casting skills to the test in
the Rio Gold Distance Shoot Out. Get once a year special pricing that day only!
This is a free event. We hope you’ll join us!
Intro to Nordic Walking
Wednesday, April 13th at 10 am/Downtown Location
Join Judith Hutchinson, trained Leki Instructor, as she
shows you how to turn your walk into a total-body workout. Enjoy a nice walk
outside while learning about the physical and mental benefits of Nordic
walking. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for walking. Leki Nordic
Walking poles will be provided. Space is limited. Contact Elizabeth at
608.662.9706 to reserve your space. This is a free event.
PADDLING BASICS
Wednesday, April 20th at 6:00 pm/Westside Location
Before you head out on the
water, be sure to learn the paddling basics. This class offers you an overview
of info on Kayaks & Stand-up Paddleboards. Our expert staff will cover
Equipment, Apparel, Trip Planning and Transportation. This is a free event.
BROWNIES OUTDOORS PROGRAMS
Tuesday, April 26th, 4 – 6 PM
Wednesday, May 18th, 4-6pm
Thursday, June 16th, 4-6pm
Indian Lake County Park, Cross
Plains
Have fun outdoors with Fontana Sports as you complete your Girl Scout Brownie
Hiker Badge. Girls will receive their Girl Scout Brownie Hiker Badge at the
program after learning more about the outdoors, making a trail snack and going
on a hike. Cost of Program is $10.00 per girl.
Coming Up Next Month in May:
Headlamp Hustle 5K or 10K Trail Run/Walk supporting the Ice Age Trail
Alliance
Friday, May 20th, 2016 at 7:30 pm/Table Bluff Segment of the Ice Age
Trail, Cross Plains, WI
The Headlamp Hustle is all about having a great time & getting some
exercise with other outdoor enthusiasts while raising funds for Ice Age Trail
Alliance! Your registration includes a $10 donation to the IATA, T-shirt for
the first 100 registrants, race bib, drawstring race bag, professional RFID
timing, sports drink at the aid station, 1 beer in a Fontana Sports mug &
trail snacks (fruit, energy bars, etc.) Weather Permitting there will be a
bonfire & music going after event. Pre-registration is $45 before May 1st
& is required.
GET SET FOR SUMMER BIG TOP TENT SALE STARTS MAY 12TH through 15th/Westside Location
We’re only doing 4 days this May for our Big Top Tent Sale! Come shop in our parking lot under the big top tent for great deals on all the products you love! Get in early for best selection!
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