Shank's Mare Outfitters

Shank's Mare opened it's doors on July 31, 1978 at 46. S. Pershing Avenue in downtown York. Our modest 2000 square foot shop featured backpacking equipment and clothing, canoes and paddling gear, and cross country skis. In 1997 we moved to our current home that we call "The Susquehanna House". Our location offers immediate access to the River, fronts the Mason-Dixon Hiking Trail, gives us our meeting room space "The Rookery" where we hold lots of our own programming as well as outside functions, and adds the Lock 2 Cafe featuring light food, ice cream, coffees and refreshments. Our product focus is touring kayaking, day hiking, travel gear, cross country skis and snowshoes and all the clothing and equipment to support those activities. Our Outdoor Education Center provides a wealth of programming for all ages to enjoy.