To enhance business and market development in the outfitting industry, the Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, today announced $21,700 through the Business Development Support Program for Off the Grid Adventures Inc.
Headquartered in Deer Lake, Off the Grid Adventures offers guided big game (moose and black bear) hunting near Roddickton, which is known as the “Moose Capital of the World.” The company’s lodge is a 20-minute flight by float plane from Hawkes Bay.
The outfitters have hosted crews from television shows Quebec Countryside and Canada in the Rough, and episodes about their operation have aired on WildTV.
This funding from the Provincial Government will be used for marketing initiatives. Through the Business Development Support Program, the Provincial Government supports small and medium-sized businesses that are committed to develop and grow their operations by improving operational productivity, focusing on trade opportunities and developing their markets.
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“Newfoundland and Labrador is a bucket list destination for people around the world, and local companies like Off the Grid Adventures provide visitors the opportunity to experience our traditions, landscapes and culture. Our government is proud to help them grow, and it is my honour to be the MHA of a district with so much to offer.”
Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and MHA for Humber-Gros Morne
“Off the Grid Adventures is already seeing returning clients who want to experience all that the Great Northern Peninsula has to offer. This funding will help this company expand its market while also promoting the entire western Newfoundland region.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology
“Our pristine wilderness areas and abundant wildlife make Newfoundland and Labrador a world-class destination for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits like big game hunting. This support for Off the Grid Adventures will help them attract even more visitors and create additional employment and economic activity.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
“The Business Development Support program has made a positive impact on our business! It has supported our marketing efforts, which has helped tremendously for our tourism-based business … especially in a post-Covid world. It has allowed us to reach clients in regions that otherwise wouldn’t have been possible, with travel, booth displays, and promotional materials, also, assisting us in establishing and growing our presence online. We continue to see sales as a result of this funding and appreciate the support of this program as we continue to grow our business.”
Barry Samms
Off the Grid Adventures
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