Hiking season and fire season are just around the corner for 2010. In Oregon the vitality of our forests are dependent on our wildland fire fighter crews. Dedicated each year to protecting our natural resources we tip our hat to those who choose to put themselves in harms way. Because of you we get to enjoy the abundant forests around our state for all the hikers, campers, backpackers and fishermen. It all starts with a great pair of boots. Look for our blog specials on our Twitter page at www.twitter.com/bakershoe or email us for our weekly specials.

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Sometimes it is easy to get caught up in city life and all the demands.  But in Bend, Oregon the scenic beauty of our state really can hit home.  Sometimes priorities that seem important really arent all that important.  It means getting outside and enjoying the trees, the hiking trails and bike paths surrounding Bend and Sunriver.  Get outside while you can and enjoy all it has to offer.  Because in the end of the day.. you might realize just how fun it can be to enjoy a simple hiking trail or bike trail.  Its fun give it a go!  Gene at www.bakershoe.com

Thanks for all our Dads do for us and for the bright futures of our recent graduates.  The seasons are changing to summer from spring and its a great time to consider a new pair of boots for the summer hiking season or fire boots for working our national forests.  Either way when you get outside having the comfort and support of a good pair of boots side hilling and walking uneven terrain is even more important.  Grab a deal on boots at checkout with our promo code: dads for $15 off a  pair of boots or 10% off any clothing with our promo: grads.   It’s a great event every year at Baker’s so stop, shop and enjoy with a new pair of boots in your cart.  Gene at www.twitter.com/bakershoe   thanks for stopping by.

Were promoting our annual Dads and Grads promotion going on now on our site.  Use promo code: dads at checkout and save on a new pair of boots, an  item of clothing or upgraded shipping options.  This is one of our biggest sales events every year going on now until June 19th, 2010.   Thanks for shopping with us.

Hello Baker’s,

Well it is officially spring here in Oregon, complete with our usual mix of hail, wind, rain, and the occasional sunny day. But along with all this inclement weather we here in this neck of the woods have one very bright, tasty, silver lining to all the dark grey skies: The Spring Chinook Salmon. These fish are making their way up rivers all across the state as we speak. The Spring Chinook is a very special fish, dear to the hearts of fishermen throughout the northwest. Springer’s, as they are affectionately nicknamed, travel up the rivers throughout the region on their way to seek out their spawning grounds at the upper reaches of the rivers systems they inhabit. Like fall Chinook, which return to their native streams in September and October, springers spawn in the fall. But as their name implies, they return to rivers in the spring, and hold out in the upper reaches of the rivers until spawning time comes. Because of this long and
 arduous journey, springers have more fat and oil content than any of their counterparts. These reserves help them stay nourished for the 4-6 months needed for them to stay in the river before they spawn. This extra fat and oil makes the meat of the Spring Chinook especially rich and delicious. They are regarded as one of the finest eating fishes in the world. A fresh Spring Chinook filet is a true culinary delight.
Springers are targeted by fisherman primarily as they make their way upstream to their spawning grounds. Many rivers in Oregon host fishable returns of these great fish. The Rogue in Southern Oregon is legendary for the size and number of these great fish available to fisherman from both bank and boat. Heading north, The Umpqua is another stellar producer. The Tillamook bay streams are always productive. The giant Columbia River on the state’s northern border kicks out the greatest numbers of fish destined to their home streams in Washington, Idaho, and Eastern Oregon. In fact, fisheries managers are predicting the biggest run of springers since 1938 in the Columbia with an expected return of 470,000 adults! A portion of these fish heading up the Columbia will turn up the Willamette River at Portland, heading for their natal streams in the heart of the Willamette Valley. It is quite amazing that you can catch springers right in the
 heart of Portland, a huge metro city. The fish heading up the Willamette are headed for four rivers: The North and South Santiam, Middle Fork Willamette, and Mckenie. The latter two are our home rivers for us here at Baker’s. These great fish will be here by the end of April, and salmon fever locally will begin in earnest.

Springers respond best to bait, and a variety of methods will entice these often finicky fish. Backbouncing eggs or sandshrimp is a popular technique employed by the many fishing guides who have based their business in this area. Also, diver and bait, or eggs and shrimp under a bobber account for many a fish. With the great numbers anticipated this year, why not get out and catch one of these very special fish. The first bite of a springer hot off the grill will make you glad you did.  Written by Josh W. Carr.

An unusual last minute Winter blast of bad weather hit us in the Northwest an unusual occurance

for this time of year.  In fact it snowed on the mountains at 1000 ft. or more.  But remember Spring should be roaring in the next week or two.  That means all the Gore lined boots usually end up in the closet for awhile.  Our fire boot specials are good thru April 25th so give yourself time to break them in.  Plus use our promo code: fireboots to save on any boot purchase thru April 25th

whether you want unlined boots or Goretex lined boots.  So enjoy Spring when it gets here and step outside for a good time outdoors.  Thanks from the Baker Family.

We are expecting a new puppy in the Baker family.  Rosie is her name a beautiful fox red labrador.

We still have Sandy our 9 yr. old yellow lab but Rosie will be trained to retrieve and she should enjoy all the lakes and rivers around our area.  We are excited to see her for the first time which should be in a week or so.  Because the fox red color is rare we waited almost a year to get her. 

Thanks for dropping by.  visit twitter.com/bakershoe  for our promo codes.

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Spring salmon fishing season is reported to be great this year in Oregon.   Nothing better than a fresh salmon for dinner.  A great way to get outside and enjoy the Oregon rivers this year along the coast on the Umpqua or the Rogue it doesnt matter a fish on the line is always a lot of fun.  See Josh’s blog article about spring salmon fishing this year.  The team at Baker’s.

Twitter us about your favorite outdoor spots out there or just let us know by email.  We love to hear about it.  Also use promo :  twitter for a free cool bandana or dry wick socks mention it in your cart at checkout  plus a special discount for all of you.  Happy hiking.  Baker shoes.

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