Paddle It Forward
See the growing list of participating retailers here!
This promotion has now ended.
From April 1, 2009 through August 31, 2009, Mad River Canoe (a
Confluence Watersports brand) is rolling out a brand new program
designed to support local organizations, introduce more people to
paddling and establish a platform for a long-term sustainability
initiative. The program is called “Paddle It Forward.”"Paddle It
Forward” is a simple concept in which everyone gives a little, and
receives a lot. Donate your used hard-shell kayak or canoe to any
501(c)(3), outdoor or environmental educational organization and bring
the proof of donation to a participating Confluence dealer. With this
proof of donation, you will receive nearly 20-percent off the cost of a
new kayak or canoe.
Participating local retailers will give an immediate 10-percent
discount off the price of a new Wilderness Systems, Dagger, Perception
or Wave Sport kayak, or a Mad River Canoe. A mail-in rebate to
Confluence will garner an additional, manufacturer-sponsored,
10-percent discount off the net purchase price.
“‘This program engages the whole paddling community in supporting
local charities and schools that may otherwise be seeing a dip in
donations right now,” said Sue Rechner, CEO of Confluence Watersports.
“It offers us a unique opportunity to support the re-use of boats and
directly influence the growth of the sport at the local level. We’re
very excited for the community-wide charitable potential; and we also
believe consumers and our dealer partners will benefit. It is a winning
proposition for everyone.”
Confluence has an unyielding commitment to encouraging a
sustainable participation in all forms of paddling. “Paddle It Forward”
can be a major proponent for this initiative, all while supporting the
charitable efforts of local and regional not-for-profits.
To participate in the “Paddle It Forward” program, please contact your local Mad River Canoe dealer.