January 28, 2012
The Bayou City Outddors Equipment SWAP & Yardsale
Talento Beilingue De Houston
333 S Jensen Dr, Houston, TX 77003
9:00AM – 3:00PM

Before You Shop - Try THE Swap! The BCO Outdoor Equipment Swap & Yardsale on January 28, 2012. Got a bunch of new gear for the Holidays? Trade your old stuff in! ALL types of outdoor (and indoor) equipment will be available - camping, kayaking, diving, hiking, backpacking, biking, indoor exercise equipment, clothes, dirty tennis shoes, you name it - we'll have it or you can bring it!

If you have equipment you would like to swap or sell, come early (8:00 - 8:30am) to pick a good table. If you are with another outdoor/fitness group and would like your own table please call 713 524 3567.

There is no fee for a table or entry to the event. However, we are taking donations for Workshop Houston which provides resources and support for young people such as the Third Ward Bike Shop – a do-it-yourself bike repair. They are in need of all kinds of bike equipment except helmets, footwear and clothing.
9:00AM - 3:00PM. Talento Beilingue De Houston, 333 S Jensen Dr, Houston, TX 77003. For directions please see TBH website at: http://www.talentobilingue.org/about-us/location

Details and RSVP at http://www.BayouCityOutdoors.com or call 713-524-3567

Bayou City Outdoors presents Get Into the Outdoor Life: Kayaking 101 (Panel of Experts)

This evening you’re in for a treat as we bring together several top paddlers and instructors from the great State of Texas. Bring your questions – because we’ll have answers. Our panel of experts will include ACA certified instructors, long-time whitewater paddlers, touring paddlers, safety instructors, recreational paddlers – all coming together to answer your questions. Kelly Howard will facilitate.
Ever wanted to explore the many rivers, lakes, and coastal areas that Texas has to offer? There is no better way than in a kayak. Interested in taking a week long
camping kayak trip along a beautiful coast? Want to learn about the rivers and lakes to explore just minutes from Downtown Houston? Ever wanted to try running a whitewater river? Join us for Kayaking 101 and learn everything you need to know about this fantastic way to get outside!

We will review the basics of kayaking, great places to kayak, and all the equipment you need including in-store demonstrations of kayaks and kayaking gear.

Bayou City Outdoors loves to paddle. From day trips to out of country experiences, surf paddling to kayak polo, you’ll meet a group that loves to get out on the water!

7:00 PM Class; 8:00 PM Gear demonstrations. REI, 7538 Westheimer Rd. at Hillcroft, Houston, TX 77063 (you will find us in the back of the store in the warehouse area) Details and RSVP at www.BayouCityOutdoors.com or call
713-524-3567

Want to meet a great group of people? Are you a new member and ready to get involved? Been an active member forever and just want to say “hi?” Come out and join us! Plenty of parking makes this an easy evening out at this great new venue on Kirby. BCO will have happy hour drink prices from 6:30 – 7:30 and our own area till 9:00pm.

6:30 – 9:00PM. Hendricks on Kirby, 3320 Kirby Dr. Houston, TX 77098. Huge lot for parking in the back. For more information call 713-524-3567 or www.BayouCityOutdoors.com

Come out and stretch your legs biking to the Farmer’s Markets of Houston to shop for local organic produce! Hop on your bike and let’s take a ride through the side streets, trails, and residential areas in the heart of Houston. This is a very social ride and all levels of riders are welcome. We will start the morning off with coffee at Onion Creek and then cruise through 2-3 markets to shop for fresh produce, sauces, jams, and bread. This is a 12-15 mile ride that lasts about three hours so bring plenty of water and a backpack to carry your goodies! If you’d like to join us but don’t own a bike, West End Bicycles rents bikes for $25 per day at 713/861-2271 or www.westendbikes.com.

If you are a member of Bayou City Outdoors and do not have a bike, we can loan you a bike for the ride. But you MUST call the office one week in advance to arrange for the loaner bike. Meet at Onion Creek, 3106 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007. Please DO NOT park in the Onion Creek lot – there is parking on the surrounding streets but look out for ‘no parking’ signs. Meet at 8:00AM – leave at 8:30AM – Noon. Free for Members and Non-Members alike. RSVP 713-524-3567 or www.BayouCityOutdoors.com