Friday, May 09, 2008

Gear up for Safety

Understanding and using equipment is a big part of our jobs as outdoor educators. Here's where you can learn and share information about equipment, gear usage, maintenance, safety recalls, etc. If you have questions or information you'd like to share, submit an article, news item, directory link or protocol.

Nalgene to Phase Out Production of Consumer Bottles Containing BPA
May 06, 2008
Press Release

A new generation of backpacking stoves promises faster cooking
April 26, 2008
Colorado Springs Gazette

7tm Provides Step-In Binding Convenience for Telemark Skiers (video)
April 06, 2008
YouTube.com

Clean Mountain cans: an alternative to high altitude human waste
April 4, 2008
National Park Service

Climbers warned to check Camp Tricams after fault found
April 3, 2008
Grough.co.uk

Columbia Sportswear Realigns Montrail Brand Management Under Mountain Hardwear Subsidiary
March 03, 2008
Press Release

Trek Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failure
February 12, 2008
Consumer Product Safety Commission

Is your Water Bottle Dangerous?
December 23, 2007
Rick Curtis

Pure Hydration Launches Thirst Aid Bag
November 29, 2007
Press Release

Equipment Recall: Huffy Recalls Bicycles Due To Cranks Falling Off; Riders Can Lose Control of Bike
October 16, 2007
Consumer Product Safety Commission

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