About us

At Zoar Outdoor we create great paddling experiences for adults, kids and families that emphasize the joy of paddling as a lifetime pursuit. Our nationally recognized school and outfitters shop, strives to produce self-sufficient paddlers who will be members of the greater paddling community.  

The Outfitters Shop is a whitewater specialty shop featuring a wide selection of the latest whitewater gear and boats.  We pride ourselves on being knowledgeable about the gear we sell, the rivers we paddle and providing excellent service to our customers.   The Outfitters Shop also serves as a welcome center for guests doing other activities at Zoar Outdoor.  Our customers are our most important asset!  As a small, specialty retailer we distinguish ourselves from our competition by being experts in our field and by providing the best possible customer service.  We strive to treat every interaction with professionalism, and greet every customer with a genuine smile!  

Our committed instructional staff of paddling professionals, teach because they love it. Through dynamic instruction and flexible programming we make paddling accessible to a broad spectrum of students.  We teach according to student needs, the environment, and their own strengths. We use cutting edge teaching methods, equipment and technology to provide an experience that represents an excellent value. 

When you purchase an item through Zoar Outdoor's Outfitters Shop, you are helping to support your local paddling shop and the paddling community! 

Thank You!