February 15, 2010
Kokatat has been a multi-year supporter of First Descents, and we’re excited to announce FD as our “Partner of the Month” for February. During the term of the partnership, Kokatat has provided elite level dry tops, dry suits, life jackets, hand- and footwear to FD alums. Kokatat’s own Brad Ludden has been a Kokatat sponsored athlete since 2003, spending an incredible amount of time on the water with our products, and organizing impactful causes off the water. This summer Kokatat Ambassador Christie Glissmeyer will be teaching at select FD camps. Check back on the blog for more details in the coming months!
Kokatat supports First Descents because the organization is committed to curing young adults of the emotional effects of cancer and empowering them to regain control of their lives through paddlesports. FD mentors teach whitewater kayaking and other challenging adventure sports in a safe, fun and supportive environment. Young adults begin rebuilding their confidence and proving to themselves they are no different than their peers.
All First Descents programs are free of charge to its participants. Coming in March is the annual First Descents Ball, bringing together sponsors, contributing individuals and organizations to gather product and monetary support for the coming year. Please get in touch with Whitney Lange from First Descents at (406) 546-9497 and visit www.firstdescents.org to purchase tickets to the ball or contribute to the organization.
December 4, 2009
American Whitewater is pleased to recognize Jared Hogle as our Volunteer of the Month for December, 2009. Jared was and remains the leading local advocate for access to New York’s Ausable Chasm and other regional rivers. Over the past few years, some local and corporate interests decided that the best way to manage paddling through the Ausable Chasm is with a locked gate. Jared provided an authentic local voice in favor of providing public access to the beautiful and unique Class IV river that flows through a narrow vertical walled gorge. His personal advocacy and his leadership among the paddling community provided the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission with a balanced perspective.
Jared
In recognition of his efforts Jason will be receiving an OuterCore long sleeve shirt from Kokatat!
October 9, 2009
American Whitewater is the primary advocate for the preservation and protection of whitewater resources throughout the United States and relies on the support of volunteers to staff local projects, serve as AW’s voice by attending local meetings, work with local partners, and build the necessary relationships needed for success of river stewardship projects. In recognition of their great efforts, Kokatat is rewarding the volunteer of the month with free paddling product.
October’s winner is Michelle “Mac” Miller who did a fantastic job at this year’s Gauley Fest. Here’s what Stacey Johnson, Gauley Fest’s Volunteer Coordinator, had to say about Michelle:
Mac was my right hand at Gauley Fest this year. From the second she arrived on site she was working, helping with set-up, greeting festival goers, training volunteers, and even headed into town for supplies a time or two. From 7am til midnight, or later, she worked tirelessly to help make Gauley Fest 2009 the best year ever!
Thanks Mac, American Whitewater and Kokatat really appreciate all your hard work!
In recognition of her efforts Mac will be receiving an OuterCore Long-Sleeve Shirt from Kokatat!
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Volunteer of the month Michelle “Mac” Miller
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Kokatat OuterCore Long Sleeve
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