Wyatt Roscoe grew up in Jackson Hole partaking deeply of all that the mountains & rivers afforded, but is currently living in Baltimore. This video is his way of giving his new friends a glimpse into his outdoor life. We like it for its great perspective on finding adventure wherever you find yourself.
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Urbaneering
Team Toad posted this Monday, November 29th, 2010
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Horny Toad Holiday Pairings, Part 2
Team Toad posted this Sunday, November 28th, 2010
This week, we found ourselves flat on our backs in a fellow Toad’s backyard, staring up at the stars and pondering the relevance of Cheez Whiz in a post-industrialist society. Then it occurred to us: Why not create holiday pairings that combine our favorite Horny Toad gifts with one of our favorite activities? Stargazing!
And that’s exactly what we did. Check these complimentary combos and rock someone’s universe by creating the ultimate stargazing set.
Find out what’s what in our celestial neighborhood with this nifty astronomy app. Use with the Horny Toad I-Glove, which has two-fold back fingers so you can access your media while preventing frosty paws.
Soft, buttery Cashmoore® Tonic and a bold, handcrafted gin made right in our favorite Northwest city. Feels great and goes down easy — just add a twist of lime and a shooting star or two.
After a long night of staring up at the night sky, you’re gonna want to slip into these super-soft pants and treat your weary peepers to this soothing lavender eye mask. Ideal when you need to look coherent at work the next day.
Whether your motives are purely platonic or you’re looking to make a move, you’ll score serious stargazing points when you show up with freshly popped corn and the softest Cashmoore Blanket in the galaxy.
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Horny Toad Holiday Pairings, Part 1
Team Toad posted this Thursday, November 25th, 2010
We were enjoying some wine and cheese with our pinkies in the air the other night and it occurred to us: Everything’s better in pairs, especially around the holidays. There’s comfort & joy, Bowie & Bing, eggnog & rum, holly & ivy, Linus & Lucy, Mr. & Mrs. Claus, whiskey & beer backs, two turtle doves, and a partridge in a pear tree. And who doesn’t like presents that mean something — that are complimentary?
With that in mind, here’s our guide to stuff that pairs well with Horny Toad gifts. This week, we’ve teamed some of our favorite gear up with other great products to make the ultimate tailgating set for the football fanatics on your list.
Week 1
THE TAILGATE PARTY
It’s gonna be a long day — stay warm and caffeinated
in gear inspired by our favorite rain-soaked city and its greatest teamaker.
Hit your deck at halftime and cruise between tailgater parties on this classic longboard.
Be the MacGruber of the parking lot with this fully stocked kit that includes grilling utensils, openers, shot glasses and more.
Big zip pockets are ideal for stashing your bbq sauce, binocs, or better yet backup bottles.
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HORNY TOAD + DIRECT RELIEF: OUR 2010 HOLIDAY CHARITY
Team Toad posted this Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010
When disaster strikes, the fragile health systems in poor areas are threatened even further. Direct Relief International provides medical assistance to improve the quality of life for people impacted by poverty, natural disasters and civil unrest around the world — and around the corner.
Needless to say, the folks at Direct Relief embody what the holiday season is all about. We’ve had the privilege of volunteering for them in the past, and now we’re psyched to be contributing to their program again this year.
Every time you make a purchase at HornyToad.com, a percentage of each sale goes straight to Direct Relief. They’ll in turn use your contribution to provide medical help for the people who need it most. Just a few examples: providing nurse-midwife training programs for Afghan women, delivering free medicines to over 1,000 community clinics in the U.S, and providing aid during the cholera crisis in Haiti.
If you want to step up your giving game even more, go to their website at directrelief.org to find other ways you can support their cause.
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Toads on a Roll: The Horny Toad Commuter Challenge
Team Toad posted this Saturday, November 20th, 2010
No matter what happened the night before, Toads still have to get to work the next day. We figured as long as we’ve gotta commute, we might as well do it for a good cause. So we joined the Commuter Challenge, a Santa Barbara-based competition where teams earn prizes (and serious eco-karma) by choosing sustainable modes of transportation during the month of November.
Led by fearless leader Dave Duron, our team has logged an impressive 89.2 miles on our bikes and carpooled over 200 miles (detours for latte runs, skate parks and surf breaks not included). Fueled by the slogan “Bring it On,” we’ve brought-en’ it by ranking an impressive #34 out of almost 200 challengers.
Want to get in the action? A quick Google search will tell you if there’s a commuter challenge in your area, or just issue a commuter throw-down of your own for co-workers. Whoever drives the most buys the beer.
To follow Team Toad’s progress, check out the team rankings.
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Fugly is the New Fabulous
Team Toad posted this Friday, November 19th, 2010
You know how some dogs are so ugly, they’re actually kind of cute? Certain sweaters are like that. You know the ones — Reindeer appliqués, snowflake patterns, ski scenes, plaid teddy bears — they’re lurking out there, and we want to see who has the best one.
So do this for us: raid your sweater pile or “borrow” one from your parents (they’re better off without it) and get your ugly on. Then post a picture of it on our Facebook page. Additional styling efforts like turtlenecks, stirrup pants and cheesy backdrops will not go unnoticed.
What’s in it for you? The glory of knowing you’re the Reigning Grand Poo-Bah of Fug Sweaters and a free Horny Toad sweater of your chosing. As for visual inspiration, here’s plenty from some Toads & Friends:
The bar has been set high, people. Bring it on.
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How to Have a Toadally Awesome Holiday, Part 2
Team Toad posted this Wednesday, November 17th, 2010
It’s getting closer… Can you feel it in the air? Here come the tangled strings of Christmas lights, the long lines at the store, the family dinners where you’ve pre-selected safe words to keep politically-fueled foodfights at bay. Got a pile of greasy dishes in the sink? No problem. Attack it like a Toad: Have a monster bubble-blowing contest, using only your hands. We believe that comfort and joy are still at the heart of the holidays—finding it sometimes takes a little creativity and a few cups of “cheer.”
Direct from the Horny Toad staff, here are a few nontraditional traditions we use to spice up the season. What are yours?
Randy’s Sun Salutation
Every Christmas morning, Randy’s family piles into the car and drives about 50 miles north to watch the sun rise where the east/west mountains meet the north/south mountains. The sun comes up, they drink coffee or cocktails and then grab a nap before heading home. Road trip, sun and cocktails: this tradition is a trifecta of awesome.
The Urning Report (from one of Hal’s friends, who shall remain nameless)
Grandma and Grandpa’s souls may be resting in peace, but their ashes continue to party on. At every holiday gathering, family members decorate their his n’ hers urns to represent the occasion and bring them along to the festivities. Should you try this at home, we recommend shatterproof urns for obvious reasons.
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Movember Spawned a Moustache
Team Toad posted this Thursday, November 11th, 2010
Moustaches are a good idea any time of year, but November has become a particularly compelling month for cultivating the “mouth brow” since the inception of the Movember movement—a worldwide moustache-growing contest benefiting programs to fight cancers that affect men.
One of our own Toads, David Duron, grabbed the contest by the handlebars the last year, growing a sweeeeeet ‘stache and raising a nice chunk of change in the process. His amazing “standard mo” manstache brought in $1900 big ones.
This year he promises to add a little more flavor (pun intended) to his moustache styling, citing the following manly men as his facial hair heroes:
- Errol Flynn for a classy mo.
- Al Leong for the Fu Manchu and ripped bod.
- Tom Selleck for the classic and his way with the ladies.
- Tie between Pancho Villa and Yosemite Sam for the mexi/cowboy ‘stache – and this one.
Follow every millimeter of his mo’ growth at his Mospace page and donate a little something to help him help change the face of men’s health!
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Cashmoore Blankets: Get 'Em While They're Warm
Team Toad posted this Wednesday, November 10th, 2010
Cashmoore is one of our most beloved comfort fabrics, buttery soft and instantly warming. It’s no wonder that our line of Cashmoore products all share laid-back names—Hangover Pant, Remedy Fleece, Morning After Pant—they’re designed to compliment those lazy days when restoration and recharging are the priority.
Our original Cashmoore Blanket was born of a desire not to waste a single thread of this cozy goodness—so that remnant pieces of Cashmoore from apparel production would end up on some body (or better yet multiple bodies) in the form the ultimate sofa surfing accessory. It’s the kind of blanket that might make Linus drop his baby blue best friend and pick up something both he and Lucy would fit underneath.
Cashmoore Blankets are notoriously popular gifts around the holidays, so order yours early to avoid missing out on the returns from a cozy investment.
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Horny Toad Survival Guide: Cooking with the Toads
Team Toad posted this Wednesday, November 10th, 2010
As fun as the holidays are, they can also seem like a real snow job, with commitments and commercials overshadowing the real point of it all. Our solution to the stress is simple: Let’s take things lighter. Let’s shake things up. Let’s turn the season on its ear.
This week, we’re kicking things off with some nontraditional ways to eat, drink and make merry. Direct from the Horny Toad staff, here are some of our favorite recipes that are big on taste and devoid of nutrition. Enjoy—and check back in the upcoming weeks for more nontraditional (and tastefully dubious) holiday ideas.
Bobbie’s Orange Dip
The best part about this visually disturbing dip is watching grandparents trample toddlers to get at it. Also makes a great board wax and poultice for bruises.
To prepare:
Combine mayo, cream cheese, ketchup and grated onions. There are also two mystery ingredients (Taco mix? Pickle juice?), but Bobbie won’t tell us what they are. Use your imagination and make it your own.
Kristen’s Poncha
Easy, gutter brains. “Poncha” is a high-octane mix of honey, lemon and white rum that makes eggnog curl up its tail and go home. We can’t be held responsible for what happens under the mistletoe.
Ingredients:
honey, lemon, white rum (aguardente de cana or cachaça)
-Mix honey and lemon well
-Add rum
-Mix again
-Enjoy somewhat responsibly
Hal’s Lutefisk
This Norse recipe involves wrapping codfish in an old t-shirt, soaking it in lye, and boiling into a gelatinous slurry. No, we’re not making this up. Hal says you have to be strong like bull to eat it—we just think it’s a great excuse for a beer chaser.
To prepare lutefisk:
-Place codfish in a baking pan and cover with aluminum foil
-Bake at 400º for 30-40 minutes
-Slather with butter
-Run far away
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