Programs and Events at Alpine Shop & The Pathfinder
With nearly 100 years of combined outdoor recreation experience between the two brands, Alpine Shop and The Pathfinder have established themselves as the places to turn to for expert training for backpacking, biking, paddling, wilderness skills and more.
Whether you’re brand new to the idea of exploring the outdoors, or are a life-long enthusiast, we strive to have programs, classes and events that educate, entertain and inspire all levels of experience.
Don’t see the program below that’s right for you? We also offer Private Lessons — see contact information below for more information.
Camp & Backpack Programs:
Backpacking 101
This course is intended for the individual with little or no backpacking experience at all. We’ll set the groundwork to make sure you have the gear you need to stay safe – and happy – on the trails.
Cycle
Basic Bike Maintenance
Designed for the new bike owner, you will find out how to extend the life of your bike, and its parts, on a daily basis to give you the best ride possible.
Fix-a-Flat
We’re here to help make sure you’re ready for whatever the road or trail throws at you.
Film
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour
The largest and most recognized name in adventure and environmental films, the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour Virtual Edition features a collection of the most inspiring and thought-provoking action, environmental, and adventure mountain films.
Paddle
Paddling 0.5: Dryland Basics
Always wanted to learn how to kayak but didn’t know where to start? The experts at Alpine Shop and The Pathfinder are here to help without even getting your toes wet!
Paddling 1.0: Wednesday Night Sunset Paddle
Ready to see what life is like on the water? Come on out to one of our Wednesday Night Sunset Paddles. No experience is necessary to begin to learn how to kayak from one of Alpine Shop’s ACA Certified Instructors.
Paddling 2.0: Essentials of Kayaking
This is the best introductory class we offer to give a beginning kayaker the skills needed to be on the water.
Races
Bike, Paddle, Run... & More
The Off-Road Racing League hosts everything from Trail Runs, Gravel Bike Races, Paddle Races and the third-largest amateur Adventure Race in the country.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Spring Showcase
Combine the all-day programming and demos of our former Get Outside Expo with the used gear sales of our Spring Swap and you get the 2025 Spring Showcase plus boat and bike specific swap.
Winter Swap
The oldest and largest event on our calendar – Winter Swap turns 31 this year! This is the event to sell your previously-loved outdoor gear from any category in our store. Skis and Snowboards? Check! Tents and Backpacks? Check! Bikes and Boats? Yep. Car Racks and Jog Strollers? Yesiree.
Wilderness Wednesdays
Looking to plan your next trip to your new favorite National Park? Come listen in with Retired Park Ranger, Marty Koch, and get all the insider tips you need to get everything you can out of your next trip!
Wilderness Skills
First Aid in the Outdoors
This class is a quick overview of wilderness first aid and covers the basics of making sure you can handle whatever happens in the wild
Essential for hikers, backpackers, hunters and anyone that explores the outdoors, this course will give you the basics of how to avoid getting lost and how to find your way if you do become unsure of your location.
Calendar
CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION
314-775-2132 | adventure@alpineshop.com