During Mental Health Awareness Month this year we wanted to talk about how time spent outdoors, and specifically trail running, can have positive mental health effects.  We asked several of our Merrell Test Lab professional athletes to tell us how trail running has helped them improve their own mental health.

Rachel Tomajczyk – USA

Trail running has huge benefits for my mental health. Although the culture is changing, having run track and cross country in college, it was very easy to believe what a lot of college track athletes believe: “lighter equals faster.” This led to an eating disorder through half of my college career that I eventually fought myself out of. Trail running helped me overcome the thought that “lighter is faster” because I have to be strong to run up and down mountains. If I’m light and weak, the trails and mountains will tear me apart! Running on the trails makes me feel grateful for the body I have, and when I’m standing on top of a mountain I just ran up, I feel strong and powerful.

The beauty of nature also boosts my mental health. I’ve run in tremendously different types of terrain, including forests of golden aspen trees in Flagstaff, lush mountains in the Bosque country of Spain, green Thai jungles teeming with life, and the stunning red rock wilderness of Sedona, just to name a few. My faith is very important to me, and I feel most spiritually connected when I’m in such awe-inspiring landscapes. This, in turn, makes me more grateful for this life and earth that I get to explore. Running in the vastness of the Grand Canyon or looking up at a giant mountain I’m about to climb gives me perspective on life as well. It makes me feel small, which humbles me and molds me into a more compassionate and empathetic person, and it places my heart in a position of gratitude that I’m able to live my life out.

Aum Gandhi – USA

Mental health is an ongoing struggle that so many people deal with in silence. I believe that everyone deals with it to some degree, no matter what walk of life you come from. Being able to have a platform with Merrell so that I can convey how running saved my life has been an experience that I can barely put into words. Endurance sports aren’t just about who is the fastest or who is the strongest; they’re about the battle within. It’s right within the name, through the word “endure.” Life makes us endure many trials and tribulations that affect our mental health, and it’s my honor to show through action how the trails can help you prepare for life.

Reid Burrows – North America

I’ve struggled with my mental health for my entire adult life. When I was struggling the most with depression and my identity, I stumbled upon the trails in my backyard. The more time I spent in nature, the better I felt, and I was instantly hooked. The trails have created a safe space for me to quiet that side of my brain. Now, Merrell has given me the ability to run on the trails full time, which means I can protect my mental well-being for a living. While I am now a professional, I was introduced to this sport because of how much nature has helped my mental health. I continue to use trail running and exploring as a part of my toolkit for my overall well-being. The mental clarity and stress relief you’ll feel after spending time in nature are incredible. The sense of accomplishment after conquering a mountain, a race, a trail, or an FKT is equally empowering. So, get outside, lace up your Merrell trail shoes, and explore your local trails.

Brandon Miller – Canada

Trail running has been a huge benefit to my overall mental health. Before getting back into running post-university, I worked in a stressful field engineering job that consumed a significant portion of my life, leaving me with no work-life balance. As I rediscovered my love for running and took it a step further by jumping into trail running, I found that being out in nature really helped to quiet my mind. The varied terrain and beautiful scenery provide so many wonderful distractions that you wouldn’t typically find even when road running. When I saw the positive changes, I made it a priority to strive for a better work-life balance, which further improved my mental health. It has been a journey, and day-to-day life can still be a bit of a roller coaster. However, year over year, the improvement in my mental health is clear.

Hey Austin!

We’re partnering with 96.7 KISS FM to help you experience the simple power of the outside! Every week between 11/9 and Black Friday, you have the chance to win amazing prizes like Merrell.com gift cards, Austin outdoors posters, or the GRAND PRIZE – a weekend RV Rental from Princess Craft RV with VISA gift card for spending cash and Merrell.com gift card for some new boots and gear, so you and your family and friends can enjoy the great outdoors in style!

Want to win? First you have to find the Great OutDoor – a beautifully crafted free-standing door, hand-painted by Austin muralist @vivalapainter that celebrates Austin’ s love for the great outdoors. The door itself will be hidden in Austin starting Monday, 11/9, so it might take a bit of detective work to figure where it is. Tune into KISS FM for clues!

 To enter to win, once you find the Great OutDoor:

• Snap a selfie with the Great OutDoor and post on your Instagram
• Use the hashtag #GreatOutdoorAustin
• Tag @Merrell

Each week, KISS FM will be combing the hashtag to give adventurous Austinites prizes between 11/9 and black Friday.

 Want to up your chances of winning?

Once you’ve taken your @greatoutdoorAustin photo and posted to your Instagram, you can up your chances to win by sharing photos of you in your favorite outdoor Austin spaces. Just make sure to use the hashtag #GreatOutdoorAustin and tag @Merrell. Each photo you share is another entry in the contest, so get outside and share the joy of the great outdoors with the world! 

 Prizes facilitated by KISS FM include:

• 1 Grand Prize winner:
  • Weekend teardrop RV rental from Austin-based Princess Craft to explore the outdoor spaces surrounding Austin
  • $500 to Merrell.com
  • $200 Visa Gift Card
  • Austin artwork poster and sticker pack

• 3 Weekly Winners (total of 9 winners):
  • $170 to Merrell.com and Austin artwork poster and sticker pack

To our Merrell Community,

We are beginning a phased re-opening of our stores after 60+ days of working hard to keep our team, customers and community safe. Like many of you, we’ve missed the simple power of the outside and we’ve missed our customers as we all are adjusting to this new normal.

Our number one priority continues to be creating a safe and welcoming environment for all those working in and entering our stores.

Stores will be re-opening based on state and local guidelines. As we re-open, each store will have standardized protocols in place as we continue to adhere to recommendations and guidance from the CDC. We have a significant list of health and safety measures each store will take for the foreseeable future, including, but not limited to:

• Observing social distancing through one-way shopping aisles, store capacity limits and other measures.
• Requiring employees to wear face masks
• Following enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols
• Revising our checkout and service processes to maintain distancing and limit touchpoints
• Limiting initial operating hours upon re-opening

We’ve been looking forward to safely re-opening our stores and being able to continue outfitting our customers to experience the outdoors. This pandemic has placed a heavy stress on many, and now more than ever, we’re embracing the simple power of being outside.

Be safe and be well, and thanks for being a part of the Merrell community.

Chris Hufnagel
Merrell President

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As a way to say thank you to those who are working tirelessly through the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be offering a 20%-50% discount to front-line and healthcare workers in the United States. This discount will be applied at checkout and is valid on select footwear, apparel, and accessories available on Merrell.com.

How to Receive Your 20%

The 20% discount is applicable to all footwear, apparel, and accessories available on Merrell.com. Once you have placed products in your cart, head to checkout and you will see the below screen. You will then need to verify your status through ID.Me to receive 20% off your purchase.

How to Receive an Additional 30% Discount.

From  May 1-June 30 we will be offering an additional 30% off on select products from our Work line. This additional discount will be valid on the products listed below. View all products here.

QUALIFYING PRODUCTS

Merrell Work

Moab Vertex
Men’s Moab Vertex Mid Waterproof Comp Toe
Men’s Moab Vertex Mid Waterproof Comp Toe Wide Width
Men’s Moab Vertex Vent Comp Toe
Men’s Moab Vertex Vent Comp Toe Wide Width
Women’s Moab Vertex Mid Waterproof Comp Toe
Women’s Moab Vertex Vent Comp Toe

Fullbench Superlite AT
Men’s Fullbench Superlite AT Wide Width
Men’s Fullbench Superlite AT
Women’s Fullbench Superlite AT

Jungle Moc Work Shoes
Men’s Jungle Moc Leather Comp Toe
Men’s Jungle Moc Leather Comp Toe Wide Width
Men’s Jungle Moc Alloy Toe
Men’s Jungle Moc Alloy Toe Wide Width
Women’s Jungle Moc Leather Comp Toe
Women’s Jungle Moc Alloy Toe Work Shoe

Merrell Tactical

Moab 2 Tactical
Men’s Moab 2 8″ Tactical Waterproof Boot
Men’s Moab 2 8″ Tactical Waterproof Boot Wide Width
Men’s Moab 2 Mid Tactical Waterproof
Men’s Moab 2 Tactical Shoe
Men’s Moab 2 Mid Tactical Waterproof Wide Width
Men’s Moab 2 Tactical Shoe Wide Width
Women’s Moab 2 8″ Tactical Waterproof Boot
Women’s Moab 2 Mid Tactical Waterproof Boot

Moab 2 Tactical Response
Men’s Moab 2 Mid Tactical Response Waterproof Wide Width
Men’s Moab 2 8″ Tactical Response Waterproof Wide Width
Men’s Moab 2 8″ Tactical Response Waterproof
Men’s Moab 2 Tactical Response Waterproof
Women’s Moab 2 8″ Tactical Response Waterproof Boot
Women’s Moab 2 Mid Tactical Response Waterproof Boot
Women’s Moab 2 Tactical Shoe

MQC Patrol
Men’s MQC Patrol Waterproof
Men’s MQC Patrol Waterproof Wide Width

Merrell Pro

Jungle Moc AC+ PRO
Men’s Jungle Moc AC+ PRO
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Valetta PRO
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How to Receive an additional 30% Discount

Use the code: THANKYOU-2020 in the promo code box at checkout. This discount only applies to the above products and is only valid to workers registered through ID.Me.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my discount in store?: No. Discounts are only available directly through Merrell.com

Can I use the discount more than once?: The 20% off discount does not have an expiration date at this time. The additional 30% off select product can be used multiple times from May 1 – June 30.

Is the discount valid for all Merrell products?: The 20% off discount applies to all styles available on the Merrell.com website. The additional 30% off discount applies only to the specific products listed.

What is ID.Me?: ID.me helps you prove your identity and group affiliation. It serves the same purpose as the physical ID cards you carry in your wallet – but for the internet.

Update – 4/23/20

To our Merrell Community,

It’s been over a month since we closed our Michigan headquarters and our Merrell stores across the U.S. to protect our team and consumers from the spread of COVID-19.  Like countless organizations around the world, we’ve taken unprecedented steps to reduce pressure on our healthcare professionals and local communities by following the guidance and directives from local government officials. We’re hopeful that these steps are working so together, we can successfully flatten the curve.  Nothing about today is business as usual for our team – both on personal and work fronts.  We are managing the very best we can each day and I couldn’t be more proud of this team that I’m incredibly lucky to work with every day.

We’ve had to make incredibly difficult decisions over the past few months as it relates to our business – tough decisions in light of what’s happening, but ones that are critically important to protect the brand moving forward.  This week, we announced compensation changes for many on our team and we also had to make the difficult choice to furlough a portion of our team while much of the world is idled by the virus.  We know our employees depend on us and we’re working to support them as best as possible during these difficult times.

As it relates to our community, we’re leaning in to help do our part, too. Over the past few weeks, Merrell has donated thousands of shoes and boots to those on the frontlines of the crisis, and with your help we’re donating financially to Kids’ Food Basket – a grassroots, community solution to childhood hunger based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  We have a couple of new initiatives in the works that we’ll be announcing in the next few days.  And, as always, we’re encouraging everyone to get outdoors (safely) whenever they can to share in the simple power of being outside.

While our stores remain closed at this time, we’re still able to meet the needs of the Merrell community by having our teams work in controlled, safe environments to fulfill orders placed on Merrell.com. We also encourage everyone to continue to support one of our many retail partners across the country.

Thank you for your continued support.

Be safe and be well, and thanks for being a part of the Merrell community.

Chris Hufnagel
Merrell President

We are looking for a new shoe designer – and it could be you! Show us your best coloring work on the Altalight Kids shoe. Upload your finished pic to our website or send via social #futuremerrelldesigner and tag @merrell. Winner will have a shoe designed based on their picture, a free pair when available, and a $450 gift card.

How to Enter:

1. Click HERE to download the Merrell Activity Book.
2. Go to page 2 and create your best design for the Altalight Low
3. Take a picture of your artwork
4. Click HERE to enter your work and become the next Merrell Shoe Designer!
5. Good luck everyone!

Contest Participation Rules:

• Must be 10 and under to apply
• Must send in a colored picture of the Merrell Kids Altalight design – download here! 
• Entries must be submitted by May 15
• Only 1 entry per person

2020 Merrell Future Shoe Designer Contest – Official Rules

Description. The Merrell Future Shoe Designer Contest (the “Contest”) begins at 12:01 am ET on April 26, 2020 and ends at 11:59 pm ET on May 15, 2020 (the “Contest Period”).  By participating in the Contest, participants (or, if a minor in their place of residence, the participant’s parent or legal guardian on his or her behalf) unconditionally accept and agree to comply with and abide by these Official Rules and the decisions of Sponsor (as defined in Section 9), which shall be final and binding in all respects.  Receipt of a prize is contingent upon fulfilling all requirements set forth herein.

Eligibility. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.  Parents or legal guardians of an Entrant (defined below) must be 18 years or older, and Entrants must be under 11 years old, at the time of entry. Parents and Entrants must be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States (including the District of Columbia).  Employees, officers, and directors of Sponsor, their respective parents, subsidiaries, and agents, as well as the immediate family (defined as parents, spouses, children, siblings, and grandparents) and household members of each such employee, officer, and director are not eligible.  Void where prohibited by law.  All federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations apply.

How to Enter. To enter, the parents or legal guardians of an Entrant must, during the Contest Period: (a) navigate to http://merrellkidscoloringcontest.hscampaigns.com/ (the “Contest Webpage”), and print a copy of the Altalight shoe coloring page, provided in the Merrell Activity guide (available on the Contest Webpage); (c) take a digital scan or photo (the “Photo”) of an original coloring of the Altalight shoe coloring page (the “Artwork”) created by the parent or legal guardian’s child under 11 years old (an “Entrant”); and (d) submit the Photo on the Contest Webpage. The submitted Photo and Artwork together are referred to herein as an “Entry.”  No mechanically reproduced Entries permitted.  LIMIT ONE (1) ENTRY PER ENTRANT.  Incomplete entries and those containing invalid e-mail addresses will be disqualified and removed from the Contest.  Any attempt to enter using multiple/different email addresses, social media account names, identities, registrations and logins, or any other methods will void all of an entrant’s entries and that entrant will be disqualified.  Use of any automated system to participate is prohibited and will result in disqualification.

Entries (including the Photo and Artwork) become the exclusive property of Sponsor and will not be acknowledged or returned.  By entering the Contest, parents or legal guardians of an Entrant grant Sponsor a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable, non-exclusive license to reproduce, distribute, display, exhibit, transmit, broadcast, televise, digitize, feature on footwear, and otherwise use your Entry (including the Photo and Artwork submitted and variations thereof) in any manner, form, or format now or hereinafter created, including on the internet, and for any purpose, including, but not limited to, advertising or promotion of Sponsor and its goods or services. You further agree that Sponsor may use your name, likeness, and Photo and Artwork all without further consent from or payment to you. You further acknowledge that notwithstanding the foregoing sentence, Sponsor has no obligation to use your Entry, Photo, or Artwork in any manner or for any purpose.

Representations and Warranties. By participating in the Contest, you warrant and represent that: (a) the Photo and Artwork is Entrant’s original work, and you and/or Entrant are the sole and exclusive owner of all intellectual property rights in and to the Photo and Artwork; (b) use of the Photo and/or the Artwork as described in these Official Rules will not infringe the intellectual property or other rights of any third party, or violate any federal, state, or local laws or ordinances; (c) the Photo and the Artwork is not obscene or libelous, and does not contain anything defamatory or derogatory; (d) the Photo or Entry does not contain any virus, spyware, malware, trap door, worm, or any other device, mechanism or code that is injurious or damaging to software or hardware used in conjunction with the Contest; and (e) you have the right to grant the license in Section 3 above.  Entries not satisfying these criteria in any respect will be disqualified and removed from the Contest.

Winner Selection. On or around the week of May 18, 2020, Sponsor will designate a voting panel of Sponsor employees to select one (1) Grand Prize Winner from among all qualified entries received during the Contest Period.  The panel’s voting will be based 50% on creative use of color, 30% originality, and 20% brand appropriate.  Any attempt during the Contest Period to create false votes, automatically-generated votes, or otherwise tamper with, distort, or manipulate the voting process, all as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion, will result in immediate disqualification.  In addition, Sponsor may disqualify any Entry and/or Artwork, in its sole discretion, if it determines that the Entry received votes in exchange for compensation or other consideration.

Odds of winning a prize depend on number of eligible entries received.  Prize winner will be notified through direct message or email, and may be required to complete and return an eligibility affidavit and liability/publicity release.  If a potential winner cannot be contacted within three (3) days after Sponsor’s first attempt, does not meet the eligibility criteria, does not fully comply with these Official Rules, or fails to sign and return the affidavit and/or release, then the potential winner forfeits the prize and an alternate winner will be selected.

If a prize winner is considered a minor in his or her jurisdiction of residence, the prize will be awarded in the name of, or to, the winner’s parent or legal guardian, who must accept the prize, execute any required documents, and agree to all obligations and undertakings of the winner, both on behalf of himself/herself and winner, or the prize may be forfeited and awarded to an alternate winner.  Under no circumstances will a prize be awarded as the result of an entry by an individual under 18 years of age, or for Artwork created by an individual over 11 years of age.

Prizes. One (1) Grand Prize:  consisting of (a) the opportunity to have Entrant’s Artwork, and/or the colors/patterns depicted in Entrant’s Artwork, (or modified versions thereof) applied to a pair of Sponsor’s kid’s-sized footwear to be produced for sale to the public, with no additional consideration provided to the Grand Prize Winner (footwear is anticipated to be the Altalight boot, with an expected release in December 2020 on Merrell.com); (b) one (1) free pair of such footwear depicting Entrant’s Artwork; and (c) a $450 Merrell gift card.  Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”) of Grand Prize is US$500.  Additional terms and conditions may apply to any gift cards, promotional codes, or similar prizes awarded.  Prizes are non-transferable, and may not be substituted for cash.  Sponsor, in its sole discretion, may substitute a prize (or prize component) of equal or greater value due to unavailability of prize (or prize component) for any reason.

General Conditions. All taxes and other expenses are the sole responsibility of the winner.  Grand Prize winner and his or her guests will be required to execute a liability and/or publicity release before being admitted to the party.  Neither Sponsor nor Instagram/Facebook/Twitter are responsible or liable for, and entrants (or, if a minor in their place of residence, the participant’s parent or legal guardian on his or her behalf) completely release and hold Sponsor, Instagram, and Amazon harmless against:  (a) illegible, incomplete, damaged, misdirected, stolen, late, or lost Entry Forms; (b) network, internet, or computer malfunctions or damage related to or resulting from participating in the Contest; (c) any condition caused by events beyond the control of Sponsor which may cause the Contest to be disrupted or corrupted; or (d) any injuries, losses or damages of any kind caused by the prize or resulting from acceptance or use of the prize, or from participation in the Contest.  Any entrant attempting to defraud or in any way tamper with this Contest, including but not limited to using automated processes for entry, will be ineligible.  If for any reason the Contest is not capable of running as originally planned, including but not limited to technical corruption or non-authorized human intervention, Sponsor in its sole discretion reserve the right to modify or cancel the Contest.  CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE ANY WEB SITE OR UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE CONTEST MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PROSECUTE ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

Release. By receipt of any prize, winner (or, if a minor in his/her place of residence, the winner’s parent or legal guardian on his or her behalf) agrees that Sponsor, Instagram/Facebook/Twitter, their respective parents, subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and the agents, employees, directors and officers of these companies, are not liable whatsoever for any injuries, losses or damages of any kind resulting in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from the acceptance, possession, use or misuse of any prize or from winner’s participation in the Contest.

Winners List. Name of prize winner may be requested by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope by December 31, 2020 to Sponsor to the attention of “2020 Merrell Future Shoe Designer Contest.”

Sponsor/Administrator. The Sponsor and Administrator of this Contest is Merrell, a division of Wolverine World Wide, Inc., 9341 Courtland Drive NE, Rockford, Michigan 49351 (“Sponsor”).  This Contest is not in any way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram/Facebook/Twitter.

Privacy Policy. By participating in this Contest, entrants agree to the collection and use of their information in accordance with Sponsor’s Privacy Policy, available at Merrell.com, including receiving marketing messages as set forth in such policy.  Entrants understand and acknowledge that they are providing information solely to Sponsor.

Whether you are exploring in your backyard, going for a walk in your neighborhood, or enjoying a quiet trail close to home, getting fresh air is important for our families. Help your littlest explorers remember to keep a safe distance from others, and to keep hands away from their faces. Before heading out the door be sure to check your state/county guidelines. Remember, children often have as much fun exploring their backyard as they do a local trail. Enjoy! – Merrell Ambassador, Brooke Froelich, @brooke.froelich

Take the Merrell Backyard Scavenger Hunt with your family outside to enjoy a fun nature activity for everyone!

Save the below image to your phone or download and print it to take along with you outside.

For more fun ideas to keep your kids occupied during the endless days at home, download the Merrell Kid’s Activity Book. It includes coloring pages, word searches, ideas for playing outside, and more!

To brighten your WFH & Virtual Happy Hour calls, download our

Zoom Virtual Backgrounds: DOWNLOAD HERE. 

There are two ways to add these backgrounds to your zoom account:

1. In the Zoom.Us desktop app go to your (1) Settings (2) Select Virtual Background in the left-hand column (3) Click the “+” button to upload the JPG file

2. While in a meeting (1) Click the “^” button to the right of “Start Video”  (2) Select “Choose a virtual background…” (3) Click the JPG file you want

*Tip – if your background is flipped vertically, go to Video Settings and uncheck ‘Mirror my video’ .

Enjoy!

To the Merrell community,

Chris Hufnagel,
Merrell President

Merrell Donates 1,200 Pairs of Shoes to Those on the Frontlines of COVID-19 Pandemic

This week, we delivered 1,200 pairs of our shoes and boots (roughly $140,000 in retail value) to our local hospitals — Spectrum Health and Mercy Health, as well as to the Grand Rapids Fire Department and Police Department.  Additionally, we have made a donation of 250 neck gaiters to Mercy Health to be utilized as cloth masks should that backup become a need.

Merrell could not be more proud to call West Michigan home and we want to support those on the frontlines working tirelessly to protect the health and safety of everyone in our community and beyond.  We hope a new pair of shoes can be a bright spot for these brave people during these unprecedented times, and we thank them for their work and service to our community.

Merrell supports our local and national retail partners during this time when many have to take unprecedented steps to protect their teams and consumers. For a full list of Merrell retailer partners please use our store locator.

NORTHEAST

Family Footwear Center (VT): Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Find store locations and shop Merrell product at familyfootwearcenter.com

Harry’s Shoes (NY): Shop Merrell product at harrys-shoes.com

Lamey Wellehan (ME): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at lwshoes.com

Lenny’s Shoe & Apparel (VT, NY): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at lennyshoe.com

Orva (NY): Shop Merrell product at soles.com

Outdoor Gear Exchange (VT): Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at gearx.com

Paragon Sports (NY): Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at Paragonsports.com

Ramsey Outdoor (NJ): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at ramseyoutdoor.com

Red’s Shoe Barn (NH): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at redsshoebarn.com

Sam’s Outdoor Outfitters (VT, NH, MA, NH, MA): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at samsoutfitters.com

Tip Top Shoes (NY): Shop Merrell product at tiptopshoes.com

MIDWEST

Alamo Shoes (IL): Find store location and shop Merrell product at alamoshoes.com

Champaign Outdoors (IL): Shop Merrell product at ruggedoutdoors.com

Moosejaw (CO, IL, KS, MI, MO): Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at Moosejaw.com

Playmakers (MI): Find store location and shop Merrell product at playmakers.com

Rogan’s Shoes (WI, IL, IA, MN): Find store location and shop Merrell product at rogansshoes.com

Schuler Shoes (MN): Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at schulershoes.com

SOUTH

Great Outdoor Provision (NC, VA): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at greatoutdoorprovision.com

Half-Moon Outfitters (SC, GA): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at halfmoonoutfitters.com

Houser Shoes (SC, NC, TN, GA): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at housershoes.com

Mast General Store (NC, SC, TN): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at mastgeneralstore.com

Metro Shoe Warehouse (OK): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at metroshoewarehouse.com

Peltz Shoes (FL): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at peltzshoes.com

Townsend Bertram & Co (NC): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at tbandc.com

Uncle Dan’s (TN): Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at udans.com

Whole Earth Provision Co. (TX): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at wholeearthprovision.com

WEST

Beck’s (CA): Shop Merrell product at becksshoes.com

Dardano’s (CO): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at dardanos.com

Footwear Etc. (CA): Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at footwearetc.com

JAX (WY, CO, IA): Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at jaxgoods.com

Next Adventure (OR): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at nextadventure.com

Sports Basement (CA): Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at sportsbasement.com

Summit Hut (AZ): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at summithut.com

The Shoe Mill (OR): Find store locations and shop Merrell product at shoemill.com

NATIONWIDE

Brown’s Shoe Fit Co.: Shop Merrell product at brownsshoefitcompany.com

Dick’s Sporting Goods: Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at dickssportinggoods.com

Nordstrom: Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at Nordstrom.com

REI: Please see the steps they are taking during this time. Shop Merrell product at REI.com

The Walking Co.: Check your local store for hours. Shop Merrell product at thewalkingcompany.com

Merrell Instagram Contest Supporting Local Outdoor Retailers

2020 Merrell 300K Instagram Followers Contest – Official Rules

Description. The 2020 Merrell 300K Instagram Followers Contest (the “Contest”) begins at 12:01 am EST on March 26, 2020, and ends at 11:59 pm EST on April 17, 2020 (the “Contest Period”).  By participating in the Contest, participants (or, if a minor in their place of residence, the participant’s parent or legal guardian on his or her behalf) unconditionally accept and agree to comply with and abide by these Official Rules and the decisions of Sponsor (as defined in Section 10), which shall be final and binding in all respects.  Receipt of a prize is contingent upon fulfilling all requirements set forth herein

Eligibility.  NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.  Must be 18 years or older at the time of entry and a legal resident of the fifty (50) United States (including the District of Columbia).  Employees, officers, and directors of Sponsor, their respective parents, subsidiaries, and agents, as well as the immediate family (defined as parents, spouses, children, siblings, and grandparents) and household members of each such employee, officer, and director are not eligible.  Void where prohibited by law.  Void in New York and Florida.  All federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations apply

How to Enter.  To enter, you must: (a) have an Instagram account during the Contest Period, (b) post a picture of yourself outdoors acting responsibly and wearing Merrell®, and (c) use the tag @Merrell during the Contest Period.  LIMIT ONE (1) ENTRY PER PERSON.  Incomplete entries and those containing invalid e-mail addresses will be disqualified and removed from the Contest.  Any attempt to enter using multiple/different email addresses, social media account names, identities, registrations and logins, or any other methods will void all of an entrant’s entries and that entrant will be disqualified.  Use of any automated system to participate is prohibited and will result in disqualification.

Entries become the exclusive property of Sponsor and will not be acknowledged or returned.  By entering the Contest, you grant Sponsor a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable, non-exclusive license to reproduce, distribute, display, exhibit, transmit, broadcast, televise, digitize, and otherwise use your entry in any manner, form, or format now or hereinafter created, including on the internet, and for any purpose, including, but not limited to, advertising or promotion of Sponsor and its goods or services. You further agree that Sponsor may use your name, likeness, and written entry all without further consent from or payment to you.

Representations and Warranties.  By participating in the Contest, you warrant and represent that: (a) the Photo is your original work, and you are the sole and exclusive owner of all intellectual property rights in and to the entry; (b) use of the Photo as described in these Official Rules will not infringe the intellectual property or other rights of any third party, or violate any federal, state, or local laws or ordinances; (c) the Photo is not obscene or libelous, and does not contain anything defamatory or derogatory; (d) the Photo does not contain any virus, spyware, malware, trap door, worm, or any other device, mechanism or code that is injurious or damaging to software or hardware used in conjunction with the Contest; and (e) you have the right to grant the license in Section 3 above.  Entries not satisfying these criteria in any respect will be disqualified and removed from the Contest.

Winner Selection.  Prize Winner: On or about April 24, 2020, Sponsor will conduct a random drawing to select thirty (30) winners from among all entries received during the Contest Period.  Odds of winning a prize depend on number of eligible entries received.  Prize winners will be notified through Instagram direct message, and may be required to complete and return an eligibility affidavit and liability/publicity release.  If a potential winner cannot be contacted within three (3) days after Sponsor’s first attempt, does not meet the eligibility criteria, does not fully comply with these Official Rules, or fails to sign and return the affidavit and/or release, then the potential winner forfeits the prize and an alternate winner will be selected.

If a prize winner is considered a minor in his or her jurisdiction of residence, the prize will be awarded in the name of, or to, the winner’s parent or legal guardian, who must accept the prize, execute any required documents, and agree to all obligations and undertakings of the winner, both on behalf of himself/herself and winner, or the prize may be forfeited and awarded to an alternate winner.  Under no circumstances will a prize be awarded as the result of an entry by an individual under 13 years of age.

Prizes.  One (1) Grand Prizes: consisting of one (1) $200 gift card to a specialty retailer near Grand Prize winner.  Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”) of each Grand Prize is US$200.  Additional terms and conditions may apply to any gift cards, promotional codes, or similar prizes awarded.  Prizes are non-transferable, and may not be substituted for cash.  Sponsor, in its sole discretion, may substitute a prize (or prize component) of equal or greater value due to unavailability of prize (or prize component) for any reason.

General Conditions.  All taxes and other expenses are the sole responsibility of the winner.  Grand Prize winner and his or her guests will be required to execute a liability and/or publicity release before being admitted to the party.  Neither Sponsor nor Instagram/Facebook/Twitter are responsible or liable for, and entrants (or, if a minor in their place of residence, the participant’s parent or legal guardian on his or her behalf) completely release and hold Sponsor, Instagram, and Amazon harmless against:  (a) illegible, incomplete, damaged, misdirected, stolen, late, or lost Entries; (b) network, internet, or computer malfunctions or damage related to or resulting from participating in the Contest; (c) any condition caused by events beyond the control of Sponsor which may cause the Contest to be disrupted or corrupted; or (d) any injuries, losses or damages of any kind caused by the prize or resulting from acceptance or use of the prize, or from participation in the Contest.  Any entrant attempting to defraud or in any way tamper with this Contest, including but not limited to using automated processes for entry, will be ineligible.  If for any reason the Contest is not capable of running as originally planned, including but not limited to technical corruption or non-authorized human intervention, Sponsor in its sole discretion reserve the right to modify or cancel the Contest.  CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DELIBERATELY DAMAGE ANY WEB SITE OR UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE CONTEST MAY BE A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS AND SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO PROSECUTE ANY SUCH INDIVIDUAL TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

Release.  By receipt of any prize, winner (or, if a minor in his/her place of residence, the winner’s parent or legal guardian on his or her behalf) agrees that Sponsor, Instagram/Facebook/Twitter, their respective parents, subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and the agents, employees, directors and officers of these companies, are not liable whatsoever for any injuries, losses or damages of any kind resulting in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from the acceptance, possession, use or misuse of any prize or from winner’s participation in the Contest.

Winners List.  Names of prize winners may be requested by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope by December 31, 2020 to Sponsor to the attention of “2020 Merrell 300K Instagram Followers Contest.”

Sponsor/Administrator.  The Sponsor and Administrator of this Contest is Merrell, a division of Wolverine World Wide, Inc., 9341 Courtland Drive NE, Rockford, Michigan 49351 (“Sponsor”).  This Contest is not in any way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram/Facebook/Twitter.

Privacy Policy.  By participating in this Contest, entrants agree to the collection and use of their information in accordance with Sponsor’s Privacy Policy, available at www.merrell.com, including receiving marketing messages as set forth in such policy.  Entrants understand and acknowledge that they are providing information solely to Sponsor.