Safari Den extended a helping hand to the grade 7 learners of St George’s Diocesan School to prepare them for their annual Fish River Canyon hike.

In a “Master the Canyon” promotion for this group of hikers, their parents and guiding teachers, all the items they need for the hike was made available by Safari Den at an exclusive offer. In addition to this, Safari Den entertained the group on a gear demo in the store and the opportunity to browse around and shop for what they need after hours.

Safari Den, who opened the doors to their extensively enlarged shop in the Auas Valley Shopping Mall last year, now stocks everything a hiker needs, from the backpacks, clothing and shoes to the lighting, cosmetics and cooking and eating utensils.

At the product demo an experienced hiker, Evan Strydom, equipped the prospective hikers with important information and tips on how to prepare. Learners and their parents learned that there is a difference between what you need, what you want and what you can afford and that fitness and good preparation are the most important ‘must-haves’ for a good hike. Strydom gave advice on what to look for when purchasing a back-pack and shoes since these two components can make or break a hike. In preparation for their hike learners and their guides enjoyed the opportunity to shop at Safari Den after the demo, knowing what to look for and getting discounted prices. This enables them to ensure that their equipment is worn-in when they tackle the Fish River Canyon in June this year.

Dawie Oosthuizen, procurement manager for Agra Arms, Ammunition and Outdoor said that this is the first as part of Safari Den’s commitment to support groups who embark on outdoor events to appreciate Namibia’s beauty and improve their own wellness. “We are open to discuss, plan; facilitate and host similar evenings for different focus groups within the outdoor fraternity," he said.