High Sierra to Support Trail Appreciation at Trail Fest 2009

High Sierra Sport Company is honored to support RockyMountainTrail.com by providing 50 Impact day packs for the Continental Divide Trail Alliance Trail Fest 2009. RockyMountainTrail.com is a co-sponsor of the Kids Scavenger Hunt. The annual fundraiser will take place on August 8, 2009 in Buena Vista, Colo.

“High Sierra will continue to support RockyMountainTrail.com in its endeavors to educate children on outdoor appreciation,” said Rand Whitney, vice president of sales – Sporting Goods Division for High Sierra Sport Company. “We hope our Impact day packs will help motivate future outdoor enthusiasts. The pack is perfect for school, a weekend getaway, or an event like Trail Fest.”

Trail Fest 2009 is a premier outdoor event featuring free guided “Get on the Divide Adventures” which celebrates the Continental Divide Trail. The event offers many outdoor activities such as hiking, biking or trekking with a pack of llamas and goats. Base camp activities include a scavenger hunt and an array of outdoor booths at McPhelemy Park. Live musical performances include Truckadero, Brad Manosevitz, Roger Falter, and Jessica Matzuk.

To get involved with the CDTA, inquire about volunteer opportunities, or learn more about what the CDTA does, visit www.cdtrail.org or call (303) 838-3960.

For more information on RockyMountainTrail.com, please call 1 (866) 797-7625 or visit www.rockymountaintrail.com.

For more information on High Sierra Sport Company, please call 1 (800) 323-9590 or visit www.highsierrasport.com.

About Continental Divide Trail Alliance
The Continental Divide Trail Alliance was formed in 1995 to assist with the completion, management, and protection of the Continental Divide Trail. With over 9,500 volunteers producing nearly $5 million of labor, The CDTA is doing their part to continue the protection of this historic trail. Its mission is to preserve the trail along the continental divide and all the while developing a growing appreciation and enjoyment of America’s natural lands.

About RockyMountainTrail.com
RockyMountainTrail.com is located in the Heart of the Rockies in Buena Vista, Colorado. Living at the foot of Colorado’s majestic Fourteeners has inspired the company to help others find their own piece of heaven. For more information on RockyMountainTrail.com, Inc., please visit RockyMountian.com or call 1 (866) 797-Rocky (7625).

About High Sierra Sport Company
High Sierra Sport Company (HSSC), specializing in user-friendly adventure travel gear, offers versatile lines tailored for outdoor enthusiasts, skiers and snowboarders, travelers, students and professionals looking for the smart choice in durable and functional backpacks, duffels and wheeled luggage.

The official supplier of bags and luggage for the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Team, High Sierra’s memberships include the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (SGMA), SnowSports Industries America (SIA) and the Travel Goods Association (TGA).

For more information, please call (800) 323-9590 or visit www.highsierrasport.com.

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