2009 Teva Product Testing Trips
In a one-of-a kind series of rafting and product testing expeditions, O.A.R.S. and Teva, the high performance outdoor footwear brand, are teaming up for 2 world-class adventures this year. Each features a pristine wilderness experience and is combined with either fun Class III whitewater rafting or an adventurous hike along a Wild & Scenic river corridor; and FREE shoes. Each participant will receive 2 complimentary pair of Tevas on these these departures, which also include a unique opportunity to meet the Teva Product Team and test footwear designed for comfort and function in, on, and around rivers.
Teva Product Testing Trips
Rogue River Trail Hiker:
June 11th – 16th
$1222
$995 for students 18-23 years with a valid college ID!
Hike the 39-mile Rogue River Trail on a raft-supported hiking trip. Dramatic views, slot canyons, waterfalls, historic sites, brilliant wildflowers and, in this case, some sweet footwear from Teva are just a few of the highlights of this active O.A.R.S. adventure.
Green River through the Gates of Lodore:
August 1st – 4th
$702
$595 for students 18-23 years with a valid college ID!
Surging through the Gates of Lodore, the Green River is an open-air archive of far-out fossils and some of the most amazing river scenery in the country. Moderate Class III whitewater, dozens of side hikes and relaxing nights on the beach make this trip the perfect Teva testing ground for 4 days of pure fun in your fancy new footwear.
What’s Included?
- 4 to 7 days of rafting and camping
- All meals from lunch on day 1 through lunch on the last day
- Top-quality rafting and expedition equipment, personal flotation device, wetsuit (when required) and waterproof bags to hold your gear. (Tents are included in Cataract Canyon, and available to rent on the Green and for Guide School. Sleep kits are also available to rent for an additional charge).
- Skilled professional guide services
- A once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the evolution of how a world-class outdoor brand briefs, designs and develops its products
- 2 complimentary pair of Tevas
Other Important Details:
- Trip price does not include pre- or post-trip travel or accommodations
- Product representatives from Teva will be on the trip to actively solicit feedback from participants
- Each participant will be asked to participate in 2 surveys (one during and 1 after the trip) and two on-river focus groups
- Additional 2008 prototype footwear will be provided to participants who have women’s size 7 or men’s size 9 feet
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