You are bidding on a bag of goodies from Backwoods in Overland Park:

• The Colorado Trail Book valued at $25 - This book is your official guide to hiking, backpacking, horsepacking, and bicycling the spectacular Colorado Trail (CT). Whether you're through-hiking the entire trail or doing just a segment at a time, descriptions of every mile are detailed. Information on nearby towns, equipment checklists, food and safety considerations, natural history information, trail profiles, and a full-featured index also included.


• Two Black Stainless Steel water bottles with Backwoods logo valued at $15 each - Stainless Steel bottles are ultra durable, will withstand temperature extremes, are BPA free, and won't transfer odor or taste to your beverages. Features: BPA free Stainless construction is lightweight and environmentally friendly, Dishwasher safe Temperature range -211F to 275F


• Two Nalgene water bottles with Backwoods logo valued at $11 each -Nalgene bottles are lighter in weight than glass and protect against leakage, made of BPA-free co-polyester with superior impact resistance; dishwasher safe on top rack, suitable for both warm and cold beverages.


• One Buff Original MultiFunction Headwear -Valued at $25.  Guard against the cold, sun, wind or dust in a wide range of rapidly changing outdoor settings. As a high-quality piece of performance gear a Buff makes an excellent addition to any outdoor equipment arsenal.


• Bison Survival Bracelet -  Valued at $10.  Always have 8 – 10 ft of cord close at hand, the Bison Survival Bracelet goes unnoticed until you need it. 
  
  
  
  • Quick release plastic buckle is low profile and secure
  
  
  • Unravel the cord for myriad of survival uses
  
  
  • Tie your laces, fix your pack, stake down a tent
  
  
  • Make a bow and drill fire starter kit if you need a challenge
  
  
  
  


• NOVA Light Wand L.E.D. - this is more than just your average flashlight.  Valued at $15.  The NOVA is also:
  
  
  
  • Shockproof.
  
  
  • Waterproof.
  
  
  • Durable.
  
  
  • Floats/Submersible- Depth rated to 1000 feet.
  
  
  • One mile visibility.
  
  
  • Use as Signal marker, Spot Beam, Beacon and more.
  
  
  
  

The staff at the Backwoods, Overland Park store is wholly dedicated to giving each of our customers the best possible experience, and it’s this attitude that sets us apart from any other outdoor adventure store! Whether you’re just stopping by to enjoy an afternoon cup of coffee and read the latest outdoor magazine, or need to fully equip yourself for an adventure travel trip of trekking and sightseeing in Nepal, our customer service makes the difference. Our warm and friendly staff will make you feel welcome and their vast knowledge will help you choose the best outdoor gear for everything from weekend car camping to serious rock climbing and backpacking excursions.

Each person on our staff has a passion for the outdoors and most of us enjoy travel. Between us we’ve explored every continent except Antarctica and have traveled extensively throughout Australia, Thailand, Holland, Germany and Canada. Most of us have visited at least ½ of the 50 states in America. Whether you are hiking the Great Smoky Mountains or planning an adventure trip to Belize, we’d love to outfit you with whatever your plans require, from barefoot shoes to a winter coat and all the fleece and outerwear you may need to be prepared.

In addition to our shared passion for travel, we’re a fun crew that appreciates a good time! We love our pets and the craziest event we’ve ever had was our Barking Backyards at Backwoods night. Lots of folks love sharing the outdoors with their dog; once a couple came in to select backpacks and they brought along Samson and Goliath, a pair of giant Mastiffs that each weighed about 175 lbs. Our employees were so impressed with those gentle massive animals. When our Ruffwear Rep gave a presentation on taking your dog backpacking and on camping trips, our customers loved it so much we had over 25 dogs rocking Backwoods! The attitude and environment had such a positive energy, all the dogs were well behaved and there were no accidents; it was a really great time. Our employees range from young outdoor enthusiasts, to people working to supplement and support their pursuits through working at Backwoods, to retirees. Chances are that every time you walk into the store, you’ll find someone on staff to share an easy rapport and a common interest.

When we head out to test camping equipment and outdoor gear we go to the Ozarks. Spanning from Southern Missouri to North-Central Arkansas, the Ozarks offer an expansive wilderness area full of trails, rivers and wildlife. We’ve learned so much through the years, our store opened in Kansas City in 1974 and moved to our current location in 2008. And while we can sometimes surprise a customer with a pastel colored climbing helmet, or specialized hiking boots, most people come back for the familiar experience of relying on seasoned advice from a friendly staff that goes the extra mile.

Founded in 1973 in Wichita, KS, Backwoods is now headquartered in Austin, TX and is a family owned and operated outdoor gear and apparel store. Eight locations are now located throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Nebraska, and Kansas. Backwoods has sold quality products with exceptional customer service for nearly 40 years. Backwoods offers clothing, equipment and expertise to help customers fulfill their travel plans with a range of adventures such as hiking, trekking, fishing, climbing, camping, trail running, kayaking, paddling, adventure trips and yoga. In 2004, Backwoods took their mission a step further and created Backwoods Adventures, a travel company that provides unique, personal, first-rate experiences. Backwoods Adventures is currently planning trips in six different continents. We invite you to visit one of our eight locations to find out more about us and what we do for yourself.