Sponsors & Partners

ALZAR SCHOOL
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Snap Dragon Designs

Based out of Sultan, Washington, Snap Dragon makes the best sprayskirts on the market. We recommend that all our students buy Snap Dragon skirts because they are durable enough to survive our extensive traveling and foreign expeditions. These skirts are also super dry and easy to put on.

Snap Dragon contributes two new sprayskirts to the Alzar School leaders each year, which are funneled into our scholarship program.

Whitewater Research and Safety Institute

The Whitewater Research Safety Institute is committed to making the finest whitewater helmets on the market. Commissioning a team at Johns Hopkins University, WRSI has been able to produce a comfortable, protective, and stylish helmet. Plus, they’re affordable! We suggest these incredible helmets to all Alzar School students.

WRSI contributes two new helmets to the Alzar School leaders each year, which then move into our scholarship program.

Nat Geo Maps

National Geographic has a long history of being at the forefront of supporting expeditions around the globe. Nat Geo Maps, a division of National Geographic, provides the Alzar School with a wide assortment of maps and mapping tools. We use these with our students to help them work on their geography skills and to add a layer of depth to our expeditions.

Esh Clothes

Esh Clothes is a small clothing company operated in Boise, Idaho. Its founder, Rich Gardunia, is an active member of the Alzar School Advisory Committee. The company specializes in designing and creating customized outdoor clothing and gear to help individuals pursue their adventures. Esh has been an excellent sponsor for our school, providing all our Adventure in Mexico 2009 students and instructors with warm skull caps. If you’re looking for quality outdoor clothing, we highly recommend Esh Clothes.

Liquidlogic Kayaks

Based in Flat Rock, NC, just down the road from where Sean and Kristin have worked, Liquidlogic Kayaks is one of the premier kayak manufacturers out there. Recently, they have released a new line of boats that fits a wide range of paddlers, helping get more folks involved in paddling.

Liquidlogic extends VIP pricing to the founders of the Alzar School, and we love paddling their boats!

AIRE Inflatables

AIRE, based in Meridian, Idaho, supports the Alzar School by providing us with high quality rafts, catarafts, and inflatable kayaks. They are famous for their incredible customer service and strong warranty program. Their boats are fun to paddle, durable, and easy to repair. They also have the Tributary line of inflatables, designed to be more affordable.

Kokatat Watersports Wear

A leader in paddling apparel, Kokatat is known for its top-of-the-line dry suits, tops, and other warm gear. Their durable apparel is allowing explorers to confidently get on the water regardless of season or weather. They support the Alzar School by providing our instructors with discounted equipment so that we can lead our students in the field.

Camps Mondamin & Green Cove

From 2005 to 2008, Sean and Kristin Bierle (founders of the Alzar School) have headed to Western North Carolina to lead trips for Camps Mondamin and Green Cove. These two programs (owned by the same family) are fantastic places for kids to get introduced to the outdoors and a variety of adventure activities. We are proud to say that both Sean and Kristin will be heading back to Mondamin and Green Cove to lead more trips from them. To find out more information, check out their websites: www.Mondamin.com and www.GreenCove.com.

Boise State University: Campus Recreation’s Outdoor Program

The Alzar School has maintained a close relationship with Boise State University’s Campus Rec program, stemming from Sean and Kristin’s time at the university as students. They continue to lead programs for Campus Rec, including the “W.I.L.D. Idaho 2008” program. Campus Rec offers a variety of services to the students and faculty of BSU, as well as to the general public. Campus Rec has also been extremely supportive of Kristin Bierle’s kayak slalom racing, allowing her to use their beautiful facility to train.

Wilderness Rescue International

Wilderness Rescue International, a first-class school which teaches swiftwater rescue, wilderness medicine, and ACA kayak instructor courses, is based in McCall, Idaho. Wilderness Rescue is committed to providing innovative instruction in essential outdoor skills. The program is operated by Nate Ostis, who is a member of the Alzar School’s Advisory Committee, and a tremendous educator.

Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics

The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics is committed to developing principles that help outdoor enthusiasts enjoy natural areas with minimal impact. The center is has many different educational programs and training courses. Alzar School students learn the 7 LNT Principles and apply them on every course. On some of our leadership development courses, students can become endorsed as Leave No Trace Trainers.

Idaho Rivers United

This non-profit organization works tirelessly to protect the rivers of Idaho and its native fish. They have been instrumental in helping organize and educate paddlers, anglers, and other river fanatics. Idaho Rivers United helps train our students to present about the issues surrounding salmon populations in Idaho.

“The only true solution to our political and social problems lies in cultivating everywhere the spirit of brotherhood, of fellow feeling and understanding between man and man, and the willingness to treat a man as a man.”

– Theodore Roosevelt:

Alzar School

P.O. Box 16604

Boise, ID 83715

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Sponsors & Partners

Snap Dragon Designs

Whitewater Research and Safety Institute

Nat Geo Maps

Liquidlogic Kayaks

Camps Mondamin & Green Cove

The Alzar School and its leaders are fortunate to be sponsored by great companies. Our leaders and students rely on quality equipment, and we have definitely put the stuff to the test! Our “Premium Sponsors” generously provide gear, equipment, educational materials, and financial support for select staff, students, and our scholarship programs. They believe in the mission of the school and we love them for it. Our “Industry Sponsors” provide the school with pro-deal prices on boats, gear, and more. We also work with outstanding companies and organizations, our “Partner Organizations” to offer our programs. They are as committed to excellence as we are and helping redefine the fields of education, leadership training, and outdoor recreation. Please support these sponsors and partners, because they support us!