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MARCH
2008
NEW
RELEASE - Algonquin
4-Central North:
Yes, its here now! The long-awaited fourth in our main
Algonquin series, this one covers the area from betond the
north boundary south to Dickson lake, and from Cedar Lake in
the west to Grand Lake in the east. AND there's a special
inset map of the Petawawa River all the way to the east
boundary at McManus Lake. Plus special sections on the Brent
Crater and Algonquin's special wolves. As usual, our map
shows the area in extraordinary detail (that's why they take
so long to make from scratch), and includes the usual
features of essential interest to paddlers. You'll find
access points, campsites, portages, points of interest,
rental ranger cabins, trails, detailed contours, and lots
more, as well as text and colour photos describing the
route, human and natural history, local attractions, etc.
ISBN: 0-929140-16-8 - $14.95
Shipping
Charge Changes:
We've tweeked our shipping charges (mostly downward) on
our Direct Order Form, so if you're planning to order by
phone or fax using a credit card please check them out.
Problem is, some of our maps are considerably larger and
therefore heavier than others. And it's weight that matters
in shipping. So the posted costs are our maximums; we always
charge the least possible, so even though a single map
normally costs $1.95 to ship in Canada, we'll actually
charge just $0.95 for the lighter/smaller ones.
FEBRUARY
2008
New
Products - Campsite and Portage Signs:
Looking for campsite or portage signs? We've got 'em. These
heavy-duty, all-weather plastic signs are perfect for
maintaining paddling areas or as a gift to an avid paddler.
Available in two sizes, plus we've also got, in the smaller
size, Hiking Trail, Lookout & Toilet signs. For more
information about these signs and others including
all-weather, fibreglass-embedded trailhead and interpretive
signs, go here.
Please note that shipping charges for these larger items are
greater than for maps.
NEW
RELEASE - Missinaibi
1 - Missinaibi Lakes Area:
Most serious paddlers have heard of the Missinaibi River -
the longest unbroken stretch of paddling river in Ontario -
but that's not what this map is about. This map is about the
lakes and headwaters that become the river, and in many ways
this area is much better (but Missinaibi 2 & 3 are in
progress and will cover the river section). There are two
major lakes on this map - Missinaibi Lake and Little
Missinaibi Lake, with countless islands and bays,
fascinating cliffs and pictograph sites. A very challenging
whitewater river joins the two, though the alternative
flatwater route with portages is preferred by most. But
that's not all this are has to offer. There is also a small
but nicely situated campground on Missinaibi Lake, at the
end of the access road from Chapleau. And we've included a
lot of fine paddling area outside the Park, in particular
the Shumka area that makes a great wild paddling loop from
"big and little Miss" south and west to the railway and
back. The railway is key because it means you can access the
area from as far away as Sudbury. No need to drive - just
throw your canoe and gear on the train and get off and on
where you want. It'sa big map with all the usual Adventure
Map® features, and then some. ISBN: 0-929140-16-8 -
$14.95
FEBRUARY
2008
Website
Enhancements:
We're making a few website changes to enhance your
experience here. For example, we're gradually changing the
design of our individual map pages to include more
information and photos about an area, so you can more easily
see why it's worth going there. Check out Auyuittuq
and Obatanga.
And we're adding to the Map Locator system, with a Temagami
map now that shows the realtionship and area covered by each
of our maps in that area. Go here
to see it.
And
something else we're working on is an e-commerce solution
for those of you who don't want to use phone, fax or email.
We quite enjoy talking to those of you who phone order our
maps, since we can often help with planning your trip at the
same time (as you may know, we've actually been to the
places we make maps of). However, an automated alternative
is something a few people have asked about, and it's
especially helpful to overseas customers (which have been
growing steadily in number). With our maps being relatively
inexpensive, we need to be wary of the per item and overall
charges by e-comm service suppliers. But we're working on
it.
Don't
worry about these upcoming changes though. It has always
been our goal to have a simple, fast web site - we don't
want that to change.
JANUARY
2008
LOWER
TAX - Government Lowers GST:
If you're ordering from within Canada there is no way to
avoid paying the dreaded GST (Goods & Services Tax). But
take heart, our federal government has just reduced the GST
from 6% to 5%. Of course, we'll pass that on to you. Better
hurry to take advantage before the same or a different level
of government takes it back!
JANUARY
2008
Happy
New Year One & All!
We at The Adventure Map® want to thank each and
every one of you for helping to make last year a great one
for us. We greatly appreciate your patronage of our series
and have enjoyed the many positive comments received from
retailers and customers alike. In 2008 we will continue
working hard to earn your support as we continue to create
North America's finest series of wilderness recreation
guides.
We're
working on the final stages of a few new maps now, with more
to come throughout the year. We're sure they'll improve your
wilderness experiences. Watch this site for further
news.
Enjoy
planning your 2008 trips!
The
Chrismar Difference:
When shopping for wilderness recreation maps, keep in mind
"the Chrismar difference". We're the only company in Canada
(and probably North America) that actually makes its own
maps. That is we make every bit of our maps from scratch.
Other companies simply trace outdated and generalized
government topos that were never intended as wilderness
guides (not that they tell you this). That's why our maps
have so much more detail, and why they are considerably more
accurate. Plus, we've actually been to the places we map,
conducting field surveys (yes, paddling and hiking these
great areas is part of our work!) to capture the important
details others leave off. No wonder The Adventure Map®
is the best selling wilderness topo!
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