OutThere!

Nice reach

Shannon Gallaugher — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 00:08:46 +0000

Great reach is shown here by Steve Chambers, one of our Security & Rescue Business Development Representatives, as he nets a nice salmon last week. Decked out in Ice Rider waist pants (MP4235) and Integrity Flotation Bomber Jacket (MJ6224), Steve enjoyed a great day of fishing with his brother and nephews. Have a boating picture or story of your own you’d like to share? Send it to media@mustangsurvival.com with the subject “OutThere” and we’ll get up here on the web. In the meantime, have fun and stay safe OutThere!

New Discovery Channel series features Mustang Survival’s Rescue Stick

Shannon Gallaugher — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:31:51 +0000

Mustang Survival is proud to announce their association with PROTOTYPE THIS, an all-new Discovery Channel series. PROTOTYPE THIS brings viewers straight to the drawing board and through the design process to experience firsthand as inventions come to life. The series features a team of expert engineers who work each week to come up with one-of-a-kind prototypes of tomorrow for people to experience today. Mustang Survival was involved in the show by providing a sample of our Rescue Stick, and will be featured in the “Flying Lifeguard” episode.

As shown in this video, the Rescue Stick is an emergency flotation device that allows first responders to quickly stabilize a victim at risk of drowning, increasing the chance of survival. The compact Rescue Stick can be accurately thrown over 100 feet, automatically inflating in seconds upon contact with the water. Once the victim is stabilized, self rescue or a secondary rescue effort such as a throw bag, vessel or rescue swimmer can help bring the victim to safety.

PROTOTYPE THIS premieres tomorrow, October 15th at 10pm on Discovery Channel.

Mustang Gets on Board with the Wizard

Frank Leffelaar — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 18:39:34 +0000

A few weeks ago I received a call from Captain Keith of the Fishing Vessel Wizard. The US Coast Guard had suggested that he and his crew would be a great role models to show off that wearing Inflatable PFDs makes for a great safety habit. With crab season around the corner he decided to get his crew the Mustang’s Auto Hydrostatic Inflatable PFDs. With the extreme conditions the crew work in, hydrostatic inflator technology which only triggers inflation if immersed 4″ or when the cord is pulled, is a good alternative to foam vests. Especially if it means that they are actually worn all the time. We wish Captain Keith and his crew a safe and rewarding season and will follow their endeavours on the Deadliest Catch that is airs on the Discovery Channel.

ESPN2 Broadcasting Prequel to the Sailing Documentary Movie “Morning Light”

Shannon Gallaugher — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:04:44 +0000

As our regular blog readers know, Mustang Survival is proud to have worked with West Marine to sponsor the production of Morning Light, set to hit movie theaters later this month. Now you can see how the team of sailors was selected for this amazing opportunity in a one hour TV special airing October 8 and 9 on ESPN2. Check your local listings for Morning Light: Making the Cut to view this special movie prequel. Click here for more information.

Water Rescue Dry Suit Video

Scott Miller — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 23:23:56 +0000

Back in July we spent some time on the Thompson River filming our water rescue dry suits and pfds in action with our friends from Rescue Canada. We cleaned up the footage and are happy to show you the final version so you can see first hand performance and hear what rescuers like about our gear.

For more information on the gear in the video, check out our Water Rescue web page.

Mustang Plays Role in Psych

Frank Leffelaar — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 23:05:10 +0000

Mustang is proud to play a small role in Psych currently on TV Fridays at 10/9C on USA Network. Psych is a quick-witted comedy drama starring James Roday as young police consultant Shawn Spencer who solves crimes with powers of observation so acute that Santa Barbara PD detectives think he’s psychic. The August 22 episode “THERE MIGHT BE BLOOD” investigates a death on an offshore oil rig leads to a jurisdictional battle between Vick and her Coast Guard Commander sister. Check out the show’s webisodes.

Night Fishing with Dave Mercer

Scott Miller — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 22:26:07 +0000

Night fishing is an exciting way to experience the water in a different way. Our friend Dave Mercer dedicated a show to this great way to hone your fishing skills and catch lots of fish. Dave also shares some tips for some extra safety precautions to take when you’re out alone at night.

Making a difference with net pen projects

Shannon Gallaugher — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 20:30:03 +0000

We just got these pictures in from the Valley Fish & Game Club, located in Lake Cowichan, BC, Canada. For each of the past five years the Club has led a chinook net pen project to help improve the survival rate of tens of thousands of chinook salmon fry. It was a tough spring for the salmon fry with below normal temperatures in the rivers causing reduced appetites and in turn reduced sizes. The net pen project took in 19,000 of these salmon from the local hatchery, each with an average weight of 6 grams, and located them in a protected environment in San Juan Bay. Fed twice a day for 20 days, they more than doubled in size before being released. It is volunteers like these from the Valley Fish & Game Club that help ensure our fish stocks will last for years to come. Congratulations to all of the volunteers and supporters on another successful net pen project. The pictures of the netpen launch and release can be accessed from this link: http://www.valleyfishandgame.com/netpen_2008.htm.

Fun accessories to get excited about

Shannon Gallaugher — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 23:01:34 +0000

There have been some great industry trade shows and events this summer and while they’ve definitely eaten into my fishing time, they’ve got me all excited about some of the really neat products on the market. From polarized sunglasses that stayed firmly in place despite my best attempts to shake them off (perfect for paddling and fishing) to self-casting rods and electric reels (essential aids for fishermen with arthritis or Parkinson’s), I had more fun viewing and testing all of the products at the shows than I probably should have given I was there with specific business objectives in mind! I even sampled some of Camelbak’s new hydrating Elixir that promises not to turn your CamelBak reservoir into a science experiment and tried some tasty Clif Shot Bloks that I definitely need to scout out at a store near me before my next athletic endeavor. So go visit your local outdoor retailer when you have some time and check out the neat stuff they’ve got in stock - it could make your next trip OutThere! that much more enjoyable.

Our Photo Contest Winner

Rob McMahon — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:27:43 +0000

Thank to everyone who participated in our contest! This is our winning entry! The family will be receiving a Mustang Survival PFD pack and have their photo featured in the Discover Boating Photo Contest.