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2023 Mother’s Day Sale
Shop Rocktown Adventures’ Mother’s Day Sale for gifts that will excite her outdoor passions! We have something for every kind of Mom. From...
Midwest Kayak Fishing Symposium
If you have fished from shore but are looking for more, a kayak may be what you are looking for… Want to make the dive into Kayak Fishing?...
Wonderful Winter Sale!
Based on registrations for our winter classes despite the lack of snow, we know there are a TON of winter enthusiasts out there! Winter is here...
The Wisconsin Fishing Expo is Back!
The largest consumer fishing show in the Midwest with 20,000 attendees visiting the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, WISCONSIN is back This...
2023 Chicagoland Sports, Travel, & Outdoor Expo
While the Weather Outside Does Not Lend Itself to Open Water, the Action Heats Up Indoors! 2023 Trade Show Season is Upon Us… As we head...
2022 Holidays Deals with Rocktown Adventures
MAKE YOUR LIST, CHECK IT TWICE, THEN HEAD OVER TO ROCKTOWN ADVENTURES FOR HOLIDAY DEALS ON EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO ENJOY THE OUTDOORS! From head to...
Hunting Waterfowl
FISHING KAYAKS ARE NOT JUST FOR FISHING! Waterfowl season is almost upon us. And while I cannot claim to have any experience with kayak hunting...
2022 Fall Paddling Series
It is Almost Fall, which Means…Time for Our Fall Paddling Series We will touch all rivers in Winnebago County, plus two different sections...
2022 Summer On Sale
It’s getting to be that time of year When we head off for some much Needed Relaxation A long way of saying it is “vacation season.” Whether...
2022 Rocktown Winter Sale
Being in the outdoors is the new tonic for improved health, wellness & quality of life For some of us, when the weather turns cold, we head...
2022 Winter Yak-Off Orienteering Race
Adventure Race Northern Illinois (ARNI) is hosting the Winter Yak-Off Orienteering Race at Rock Cut State Park on February 12, 2022 Race HQ will...
2021 Holiday Specials at Rocktown Adventures
MAKE YOUR LIST, CHECK IT TWICE, THEN HEAD OVER TO ROCKTOWN ADVENTURES OR SHOP ONLINE FOR The Holiday Specials YOU NEED TO ENJOY THE...
2021 Fall Photo Contest
The best time of the year to immerse yourself outdoors for spectacular scenery is upon us Cooler temps (Don’t know about you, but we’ve had it...
2021 Fall Fishing Tournaments
If you have ever wanted to see what it is like to participate in a FAll fishing tourney… There are two online fall fishing tournaments...
2021 Fall Paddling Series
We’re Hitting all rivers in Winnebago County, plus hitting the Fox during our annual Fall Paddling series this October! Our Fall paddling...
2021 Summer Sale
The proverbial “Dog Days of Summer” are here…Which means more summer! As summer is heating up, so are the summer sales for the stuff you...
Used Stand Up Paddle Board Sale!
They are versatile…you can stand, sit, lay out and get some sun. Stand up Paddle boards are fun! A day on the water is a day creating...
Rocktown Father’s Day Sale 2021
Celebrate Dad this Father’s Day with a gift of adventure If your Dad likes the outdoors, you owe it to him to shop our...
Rocktown Adventures Acquires Rock Cut State Park Concessions
It has been a long road, but we have finally reached our destination! Rocktown Adventures is now out at Rock Cut State Park! We now operate and...
National Safe Boating Week
National Safe Boating week is coming up! It’s A week we all look forward to, right? We know – Safety doesn’t sell. But it will...
Paddling Roadmap
As the world closed down around us, the outdoors & paddling opened up for many people Getting outdoors has provided refuge during the storm, a...
Mother’s Day Sale 2021
Shop OUR Rocktown Adventures Mother’s Day SALE for gifts that will excite her outdoor passions We have something for every kind of Mom. From...
2021 Paddling Film Festival
The Paddling Film Festival has appeared in 135 cities across the world since 2006 We hosted a screening at the Prairie Street Brewhouse in 2018...
2021 Outdoor Gear Yard Sale
Come to sell, come to purchase, Even come to donate! If you are reading this, you likely enjoy spending time in the outdoors and embrace the...
Ski and Snowshoe Maintenance
When was the last time we had two months of continuous snow on the ground? The timing and snowfall of this winter could not have been better, as...
2021 Overnight Trips
Four rivers, the largest state park in Northern IL, forest preserves galore, along with great stewards of these areas… We are the envy of...
2021 Warm Up to Winter Sales Event
Winter should be enjoyed, not endured Rocktown Adventures has the winter sales and apparel to help you enjoy the winter weather! From fashionable...
2020 Holiday Specials at Rocktown Adventures
The changes we are Experiencing this holiday season are not fun…But adapt we will! The holidays might be strange with change this year, as...
5 Gift Ideas for the Holidays
Need some GIFT Ideas for the outdoor adventurist on your holiday list? No matter the level of outdoor recreation, Rocktown Adventures has...
Opt Outside 2020
For the past five years, we have closed our doors on Black Friday and encouraged people to leave shopping behind for a day, while spending some...
2020 Pre-Season Winter Sale
Are you feeling a little stressed these days? During this pandemic environment, one thing we have for recreation and entertainment is the...
Cold-Weather Paddling Apparel
The shadows are getting a little longer & the sun is sitting lower on the horizon This means one thing…Fall is near! Do not despair...
2020 Fall Color Paddle Series
Rocktown Adventures has many opportunities for you to Gear Up & Head Out this fall From the Fox to the Rock and a few other rivers in between...
Kayak Fishing in the Dog Days of Summer
Rodney Hicks Rocktown Adventures Kayak Fishing Team, Bonafide SS 127 Kayak Bass Fishing in the Dog Days of Summer By Rodney Hicks Bass fishing in...
2020 Father’s Day Sale
On Father’s Day, give Dad a gift that is sure to put a smile on his face! From head to toe, on water or land, we have everything Dad needs for a...
Rocktown Adventures Kayak Drawing
An anonymous donor has gifted us a Pygmy Coho Recessed kayak…we’re Holding a Drawing for it! This is a home-built kayak made of wood...
2020 May Days Sale
May Days bring Spring flowers, warmer weather, Mother’s Day & Memorial Day… May is a month to celebrate loved ones and honor valiant...
2020 Outdoor Gear Yard Sale
April 18th, 2020 | 10am – 2pm @ Rocktown Adventures Our inaugural event was SO successful, we’re coming back with our 2nd Annual...
2020 Pre-Season Paddlesports Sale
While Rocktown Adventures loves winter as much as the next person… In a month we will be thinking of tight lines, big fish, paddling with...
Lessons: Kayak Fishing 101
If you have Gone Fishing from shore but are looking for more, a kayak may be what you are looking for… Thinking about taking a dive...
Warm Up to Winter Sales Event!
Gear Up & Head Out with Sales on everything you need to enjoy the WINTER season. Cross Country Skis, Snowshoes and Winter Apparel...
2020 Fishing Trade Shows
While the Outdoor weather doesn’t exactly scream the word “Fishing,” the action heats up indoors as we head into Fishing Trade Show Season...
2020 Paddle Pool Classes
Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean paddle season is done. Starting in January, 2020, Rocktown Adventures will offer...
Holiday Deals at Rocktown Adventures
You’re making your list & checking it twice, trying to decide between Outdoor Gear for land, water or even ice… That jingle...
How to Get You & Your Ski Gear Ready for Winter
If you are like us & the first snow of Winter has you happy as a kid on Christmas, then keep reading. we have a few tips to help get...
#OptOutside This Black Friday 2019
Friday, November 29, 2019 @ Severson Dells We are closing our doors this Black Friday for the fifth time & deciding to #OptOutside Spending...
Rocktown Adventures is turning 5!
November 9, 2019 @ Rocktown Adventures In 2014, we opened Rocktown Adventures with the goal to provide residents and visitors to the Stateline...
2019 Preseason Winter Sale
November 9-17, 2019 @ Rocktown Adventures Whether you look forward to it or not, it is coming…Winter that is! At Rocktown Adventures, we...
2019 Paddlesport Garage Sale
Sept. 28 – Oct. 6, 2019 @ Rocktown Adventures Tis almost the end of the season and all around the shop, find kayaks and accessories on sale with a...
2019 Fall Paddling Series
The shadows are getting a little longer, dew is on the grass, and there is a little chill in the morning… All of which means one...
2019 Heat of the Summer Sale
Aug. 17 – Sept. 1, 2019 @ Rocktown Adventures Summer is heating up & so are the savings at Rocktown Adventures Stock up on great summer...
Jackson Kayak Liska: The Only Kayak You Need
If you’re looking for an incredibly stable kayak that affords you to hit any waters for that fish addiction, look no further than the...
Mid-Summer Sale
July 12th-21st, 2019 @ Rocktown Adventures Not sure what the weather we had in May & June is called… Brands We Carry JULY 12th-21st...
2019 Father’s Day Sale
June 7-16, 2019 @ Rocktown Adventures Give Dad the gift of Adventure for Father’s Day Take advantage of our Father’s Day sale from June 7–16, with...
This Summer: Kids on Water
– EVERY FRIDAY, June 14 – August 23 | 10am-12pM – Looking for something fun to do this summer? What can I expect if I decide to have a...
Join Us This Summer for Stand-Up Paddleboard Yoga!
Yoga on water can seem intimidating… Sometimes even keeping your balance on land can be a challenge – even without a drink (or three) in...
News on Rocktown Adventures’ Aurora Store
To Rocktown Adventures Aurora Customers: Back in 2014, we opened Rocktown Adventures Aurora. Our goal was to provide locals and visitors to the...
Gear Up for Mom!
-May 4-12, 2019 @ Rocktown Adventures- Give mom the gift of adventure this Mother’s Day For a limited time only, buy one piece of women’s apparel...
Demo Days Are Here Again!
Paddling season is upon us…which means Demo Days are here again! Take advantage of the opportunity to paddle multiple kayaks and...
6 Reasons to Paddle for Exercise!
Surprise! To paddle, is to actually exercise! You head out on the water with some friends for some fun in the sun. Maybe to take in the wildlife...
Inaugural Outdoor Gear Yard Sale
-Saturday, April 20, 2019 @ Rocktown Adventures- Come to sell. come to purchase. Even come to donate! If you are reading this, you likely enjoy...