Outdoor outfitters, retail sales, rentals, eco-tours, education, meeting facility, cafe
Keywords: kayaking, cross country skiing, X-C , hiking, backpacking, PA tours, pennsylvania kayak, lessons, the susquehanna, paddle central, go play outside, outdoor clothing,
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
37 years
What is your primary product or service?
Outdoor recreation, specifically paddlesports - kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Love of the outdoors
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We specialize in specific outdoor activities - recreational, touring, fishing kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing. We sell, rent, teach, and provide programming.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One main location on the Susquehanna River at Long Level, 5 miles south of Wrightsville, with a satellite kayak rental location in Wrightsville on the Susquehanna during the summer months.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Get off the Wrightsville Exit of Route 30. Head South once you exit Route 30 until you get to a stop light. Turn left onto 462, heading East through Wrightsville. In Wrightsville follow the main street(462) to 624 South. 462 branches right in a 'Y' right before you cross the Susquehanna River. You want to go left, don't cross the Wrightsville-Columbia Bridge.
After the bridge entrance, Route 624 makes an abrupt turn right. Proceed 5.2 miles along 624 South to a stop sign, the intersection with Long Level Road. We are located at 2092 Long Level Road off of Route 624 right along the Susquehanna River. Long Level Road branches off to the left of 624. Go 3 blocks, straight with the river on your left. That will bring you right to our porch!
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express
Which areas do you service?
York, Lancaster, Harrisburg, northern Baltimore County
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Liz & Steve Winand
What are your hours of operation?
Winter - Closed Mondays, Tues. & Thurs. 10am-6pm, Wed. & Fri. 10am-8pm, Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. Noon-4pm
Summer - Mon. thru Fri. 10am-8pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. Noon-5pm
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
I got so much good information and valuable service at Shank's Mare. It is worth it to deal with a local, experienced and knowledgeable company.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"When the answer is no, figure out how to say yes.
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