Green Business taking it to the streets Sep 5, 2008
The Dec. 10 talk features Gareth Martins of Osprey Packs, a Cortez-based company since 1990 that makes backpacks, day packs and travel packs. Martins, who is the company's marketing director, will talk about the need to embrace sustainability as a key element in not only doing the right thing but for the survival of the industry. (Durango Herald)
Top 10 Kick-Ass Sequels Aug 21, 2008
James Cameron's 1991 sequel to the 1984 movie that made Arnold Schwarzenegger a star, Terminator 2: Judgment Day packs in non-stop action, state-of-the-art special effects (that still manage to look impressive today), and a great villain (the seemingly unstoppable T-1000, played by Robert Patrick). From Arnold's entrance to the breakout of Sarah O'Connor (Linda Hamilton) from the hospital to the shoot-out at the lab and the Terminators' battle at the steel foundry, the action doesn't let up and... (IGN FilmForce)
Danger! Amateur Hikers Ahead Aug 18, 2008
Especially those who, emboldened by cellphones and global positioning systems, set off into the Presidential Range in New Hampshire's White Mountains carrying little else besides day packs stocked with PowerBars. The message, in black lettering on yellow, is blunt: "STOP. The area ahead has the worst weather in America. Many have died there from exposure, even in the summer. Turn back now if the weather is bad." And each year, many people do stop, long enough to pose for a picture. (Boston Globe)
Cave of smiles Aug 16, 2008
Stashing our day packs behind a rock, we proceeded to inch slowly down the steep slope on our bums into the gaping darkness. The small crack grew even smaller and we found ourselves lying flat on our backs in order to wiggle our way through. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Today Show's Al Roker helps local charity for kids Apr 19, 2008
They didn't need the prompting of a "Today" producer to act excited when the doors of three delivery trucks rolled up to reveal mountain bikes, helmets, sleeping bags, day packs and computer monitors. Bianca Hayes, 16, said, "This is nice. I think this is real nice. This is a blessing. Oh my gosh.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Group proposes new plan for backcountry huts Apr 7, 2008
A step up from Alaska's traditional cabin camping, huts offer padded bunks and hot meals so hikers can travel lightly, carrying only day packs on long treks. "We want to bring that concept to Alaska, which rivals Europe in its beauty and, if anything, surpasses it," Henrich said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Ocean Watch: Bottled water Mar 29, 2008
The plastic bottles are in purses, day packs, waist belts and strollers. Workers sip from them in offices, hospitals, at parties and at home. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
The Lybrel Birth Control Pill Mar 22, 2008
The difference is that there are no placebo pills in the 28 day packs. The hormones are intended to suppress ovulation and thus prevent pregnancy. (Suite101.com)
Recreation company announces Murphys location Mar 4, 2008
The new Murphys location, set to open in May, will have a large selection of men s and women s casual footwear and outdoor clothing, along with outdoor accessories including day packs, water bottles, sunglasses, hiking poles and more. The things that we want to sell are the kinds of things that are interesting to a broader market, owner Shawn Seale said. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Gotta Whole Lava Love? Nov 24, 2007
The tour (maximum 12 people) visits a lava tube, explores the park on short walks (walking sticks, day packs and rain ponchos are provided) and includes continental breakfast and a picnic lunch. The 11- to 12-hour round-trip tour departs from Hawaii Forest Headquarters in Kona and Waikoloa Kings' Shops at the Waikoloa Resort; cost is $155 adults, $120 ages 12 and under. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Products that please our materialistic little souls this fall Oct 14, 2007
A sturdy rubber reservoir holds 30 to 100 ounces of tap water and zips upright into one pocket of these day packs. On the trail, a hiker simply bites on a leakproof valve to deliver water through a wide flexible tube. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Awe at the end of the world Sep 13, 2007
Instead of being burdened with heavy packs, we carried only light day packs holding our lunch, water and raingear while our trusty guides, Kenneth and Roberto, and two additional female porters, carried the rest. Instead of staying in tents, we stayed in backwoods refugios youth hostels with dormitory-style lodging, hot showers and hearty hiker meals. (Montana Standard, MT)
Hikers get popular Rabbit Lake Trail legalized Sep 3, 2007
They put snacks in their day packs and double check to make sure their doors are locked. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Waking up chilly and oh so alive Aug 19, 2007
As we hiked up with our lightly-loaded day packs in the oven-like afternoon, I actually said, "What kind of idiot would do any serious hiking in this kind of weather?". And then I realized. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Vendors gamble on gaming exhibition Mar 28, 2007
Vendors turned the Phoenix Convention Center's exhibit hall into a makeshift gambling hall Tuesday with hundreds of state-of-the-art slot machines and electronic blackjack, roulette and baccarat games on display. "Indian Gaming '07" is one of the largest trade shows of its kind in the world and is part of the National Indian Gaming Association's 16th-annual membership meeting. (AZCentral -- Business)
Top junior day packs them in Feb 27, 2007
Football Recruit Search. Basketball Recruit Search. (Maryland Sports -- Rivals.com)
Hoping to rough it -- with a helping hand Jan 22, 2007
"Still, we were very nervous." They went into training mode, buying hiking boots and day packs. "We found hills and walked around with our backpacks on. We rode on bikes at the Y.". (Boston Globe)
Hectic Holiday Jan 11, 2007
We dropped our luggage off with a family member and took our day packs into London. We stayed at a hostel called The Generator. (Roxborough Review, PA)
Traffic-free shopping day packs Oxford St Dec 3, 2006
Rowan WalkerSunday December 3, 2006. More than a million people flocked to London's West End yesterday to experience traffic-free shopping on Oxford Street and Regent Street for the first time. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Andrew Kantor Oct 28, 2006
Both packs the and the are marketed as day packs. That is, they're expecting people to carry around this stuff all the time. (USA Today -- Tech)
Generation 'In' gets a nudge to go outside Oct 11, 2006
"They are more inclined to do day trips and be back somewhere comfortable for the night. And the gear sales reflect that as well." Day packs are in, overnight packs are out. Ms. Verdone's efforts to reconnect her family with nature - including bike rides and hikes around southern New England - seem to be paying off. (Christian Science Monitor)
Trash Bash restoring beauty to trails of Shawnee Oct 3, 2006
The first 30 students who register will receive Sierra Club day packs. There will also be several door prizes donated by area merchants. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Federal agents raid legislative offices Sep 1, 2006
Many arrived wearing day packs and badges dangling from their belts, while others wheeled large molded containers labeled for one office or another. Contact reporter Richard Mauer at. (Anchorage Daily News)
Hispanic Day packs Fresno zoo Aug 29, 2006
Assembly Member Juan Arambula, D-Fresno, hands out free zoo tickets for children Sunday during the summer Hispanic Day at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo. Arambula had 500 zoo tickets. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Colorado Trailblazers Aug 26, 2006
Within the first mile the sun was clear of the morning's clouds, and layers of waterproof nylon and fleece disappeared into the hikers' day packs, and water bottles emerged. A pair of elk could be seen in an emerald meadow, with more moving on a ridgeline high to the north. (Durango Herald)
* Bali bombers were meticulous planners Jul 5, 2006
Advertising The bombs should be small and placed in day packs, making them harder to detect ... Indonesian police uncovered the document from the computer of one of the planners of an attack last October in Bali that killed 20 people, when three men walked into separate restaurants and blew themselves up with day packs loaded with explosives. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Bali's 2005 attacks planned down to final seconds Jul 4, 2006
Azahari constructed bombs weighing 10 to 12 kilograms able to fit into day packs. The document explained in detail how the bombs were wired and detonated, the New York Times report said. (ABC News Online, Australia)
Found: a workbook for Bali's bombers Jul 4, 2006
THE bombs should be small and placed in day packs, making them hard to detect ... They would be student day packs, containing relatively light bombs weighing 10 to 12 kilograms. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
how he does it Jun 11, 2006
-- A lot of travelers treat their day packs -- like their garages back home -- as overflow storage space. My personal rule is that even when stuffed full, my daypack must fit inside my main bag. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Gibler:No Choice for Migrants Apr 30, 2006
After spending over three months traveling through 18 of Mexicos 31 states on the trail of the Zapatista Army of National Liberations Other Campaign, I have documented a very different view of the forces behind mass migration to the United Statesthe view of Mexicans who have migrated and returned, of those whose families left and did not come back, of those who have resisted migration, and those who are readying their day packs for the long walk north. In their experience, there is no... (Zmag.org)
Online Auction Features Backpacks Signed by America's Biggest Action Sports Stars Feb 11, 2006
About OGIO OGIO manufactures approximately 400 different types of golf club bags, backpacks, duffel bags and day packs. The company also produces a line of duffel-type computer bags and black corporate travel gear. (PR Newswire)
