APA's corporate partners help fund our work with an annual financial contribution. We rely on them to cover the organization’s modest operating costs and support our member-driven initiatives. To learn more about becoming an APA partner, download our Partnership Guide or email sponsorship@packraft.org.
Alpacka Raft is a community of genuine, self-reliant and creative eccentrics, enthusiastic about unique adventure and passionate about their product. The first Alpacka packraft was built in basement in Chugiak, Alaska in fall 2000. Since then, Alpacka has consistently pushed the boundaries of design, reliability, advanced materials, and offers an established infrastructure for customer service that allows for quick and easy repairs or upgrades. Every Alpacka Raft packraft is manufactured by hand in Alpacka’s factory in Mancos, Colorado. Find out more at www.alpackaraft.com.
Since 2012 Kokopelli Outdoor Inc. has designed and manufactured award winning packrafts, inflatable kayaks and stand-up paddle boards that are ruggedly designed to last and purposefully built for ultimate portability and packability. Kokopelli products are sold around the world to avid paddlers, campers, hikers, overland and van life enthusiasts, bikers, climbers, anglers and hunters with the purpose of simplifying and elevating the outdoor experience.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear is deeply rooted in the practice of ultralight and uncomplicated adventuring. Crafted using revolutionary, 100% waterproof Dyneema© Composite Fabrics, their backpacks, shelters, and accessories function as an integrated system, all grounded in the philosophy of Essentialism. Their mission–to build the best backcountry gear in the world–can only be achieved by creating highly refined gear that features precisely what’s needed. And nothing more. Visit www.hyperlitemountaingear.com
With 50+ years collective experience in backcountry adventures and almost as much in the outdoor industry, Steve “Doom” Fassbinder and Lizzy Scully know what it takes to live and play in the world’s wildest areas. Out of a desire to share their passion with others, they created Four Corners Guides. Obsessed with adventuring, it only made sense for them to pursue a dream they both shared of running a base camp, called Scullbinder Ranch, and adventure guide service together, with Steve as head guide and Lizzy running the business. The couple thrives on sharing the wild, remote places they know and love and the challenging experiences they regularly have with friends, family, and now, with you, Four Corners Guides’ guests.
IR is a paddlesports gear design house, manufacturer and repair center with a focus on whitewater. IR also manufactures small batches of limited edition and one-off technical garments made from the world's most advanced technical fabrics that are perfect for everything from sending a summit to apres adventures at the bar. IR is staffed by paddlers who pride themselves on excellent customer service, sustainable manufacturing and are every bit as excited about the products they make as their customers are. To learn more about the IR philosophy and their constantly evolving product offerings, visit immersionresearch.com.
MRS is committed to manufacturing top-grade packrafts. Founded in 2007, they have been field-testing their products for adventures near and far. Their packrafts are highly recognized by customers in Europe and Asia, and can be found around the world, from Scandinavia to the Alps, from the Himalayas to Hokkaido. Now, MRS is excited to offer their lightweight and reliable packrafts to North American customers. To learn more about MRS packrafts and their line up, visit www.microrafting.com.
Since manufacturing the first purpose-built dry bag for boaters back in 1977, the NRS name has stood for rugged, reliable equipment built to the standards of our toughest customers: professional outfitters and guides. But it’s not just about the gear, it’s about giving back. They’re committed to preserving access to on-the-water recreation and to promoting stewardship of our precious wild places. They work closely with national organizations and local groups throughout the world to help take care of our rivers, lakes and oceans. Through their LEAD Program, they give back to communities that have not always been in the forefront of paddle sports and outdoors sports. Find out more for yourself at nrs.com/about
From big adventures to easy-livin, Bedrock Sandals® are built to free your outdoor soul. In 2011, Nick and Dan handmade the first Bedrock Sandals for themselves and friends while working river restoration jobs in Northern California. We were looking for a lighter-weight, more freedom feeling sandal for our outdoor and everyday needs. We hope you'll strap on our sandals for many adventures to come, get them re-souled if need be, and keep on taking the trail as we thoughtfully design and test our newest answer to your adventure footwear needs. Visit bedrocksandals.com to check out their lineup.
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