From river trips to local events, this partnership has always been about more than products. It’s about supporting paddlers at every level, fostering connection, and creating spaces where community thrives. NRS’s dedication to innovation and durability pairs seamlessly with AQ Outdoors’ deep local knowledge and customer-first approach.
Together, we’ve spent a quarter century championing the values that matter most: getting outside, building community, and making every adventure count.
NRS and AQ Outdoors have shared a partnership grounded in a deep love for paddlesports and a commitment to the communities that make those experiences meaningful. What began as a relationship built around quality gear has grown into something much more, an enduring collaboration focused on supporting paddlers, fostering connection, and helping people experience the outdoors in a more impactful way.
At the core of this partnership is a shared belief that paddlesports are about more than time on the water. They’re about the people you meet, the places you explore, and the stories you carry forward. NRS has long been known for building reliable, purpose-driven equipment, while AQ Outdoors brings unmatched local knowledge, passion, and a dedication to serving its community. Together, they’ve created a synergy that has helped paddlers of all levels access better gear, better information, and better experiences.
Over the years, NRS has played a key role in supporting nearly every AQ Outdoors’ community initiative, helping to grow the sport, elevate events, and create inclusive opportunities for paddlers across Western Canada. This support has taken many forms, including:
Through these initiatives, the partnership has helped bring people together, lower barriers to entry, and strengthen the paddling community year after year.
What makes the NRS and AQ Outdoors relationship unique is its consistency and authenticity. For a quarter century, both organizations have remained aligned in their values, prioritizing community over competition, experience over transaction, and long-term impact over short-term gain.
As they look ahead, that same foundation continues to guide the partnership: supporting paddlers, investing in community, and ensuring that the next generation has even more opportunities to get out on the water and discover what makes this sport so special.
