Affiliate Program
Partner with a shop that knows its gear
Recommend Appalachian Outfitters to your outdoor audience and earn commission on qualifying sales.
About Appalachian Outfitters
Appalachian Outfitters is a family-owned outdoor specialty retailer. The shop opened in 1988, and our store sits about a mile from Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Peninsula, Ohio. Our customers come from across the country through appalachianoutfitters.com.
We carry seven product categories: hiking and backpacking gear, camping equipment, rock climbing hardware, apparel and footwear, knives and bushcrafting tools, kayaking and water sports gear, and winter sports equipment. The brand lineup is what you'd expect from a long-running outdoor shop: Patagonia, Kuhl, Outdoor Research, Smartwool, Darn Tough, Tentree, Toad & Co, Big Agnes, Sea to Summit, Gransfors Bruk, Benchmade, and dozens more.
Why partner with us
We're not the biggest outdoor retailer online, and that's the point. Our customers come to us because we know our gear, we don't carry junk, and we're the kind of shop where staff will tell you if a $200 boot isn't right for the way you actually hike.
If your readers, viewers, or followers trust your gear recommendations, AO's product mix gives them options at every commitment level, from first-time weekend backpackers to people who've been at this for decades.
Program details
- Commission rate: 5%
- Cookie duration: 30 days
- Network: AvantLink
- Return reversal: 30 days, automatic
Who should apply
We're looking to partner with affiliates who already create content for outdoor audiences:
- Hiking, camping, climbing, and paddling blogs
- Gear-review sites and YouTube channels
- Trail-running and backcountry communities
- Family-camping content creators
- Regional content covering the Great Lakes, Appalachian, and Midwest outdoor regions
- Content where outdoor gear recommendations naturally fit the audience
How to apply
Applications are managed through AvantLink. Sign up as an affiliate (free), search for "Appalachian Outfitters" in the merchant directory, and submit an application. We'll review your application and respond.
Common questions
Is there an application fee?
No. AvantLink affiliate signup is free.
Can I use my own banners?
Affiliates use the banner ads, text ads, and brand assets provided through AvantLink. Custom creative requires written approval.
Can I bid on your brand name in paid search?
Tradename and tradename-plus bidding require prior written approval. Submit requests to compliance@avantlink.com.
When do I get paid?
AvantLink handles affiliate payouts directly. Their network-level Terms of Use cover the payment cadence and minimums.
Questions about the program?
Contact us at cs@appalachianoutfitters.com.