Since 1972

Beaver Sports store front

Beaver Sports began in Fairbanks, Alaska, in 1972, when Jim Whisenhant started selling canoes out of his garage. Over the decades, Jim’s sons Greg and Chris took over, growing Beaver Sports into a trusted hub for gear, service, and know-how…

…In 2025, Fairbanks locals Nick and Kristen Janssen purchased the business and are proud to steward a shop that’s been part of the community’s adventures for more than fifty years.