Meet Our Team
Adventure Sales & Service Staff
Management
Heather Keats: 2018
Business Manager
(709) 651-3335 x 222Heather comes with over 14 Years experience in the Banking industry, specializing in Investments and Financing so rest assured when you enter her office you’re getting the knowledge you need. She spends her free time trying out the Local Breweries, or Hiking with her friends and spending time at the Camper, on Snowmobile, Side by Side or at the Beach with her Husband, 2 Kids and new Puppy!
Sales
Courtney Hart
(709) 651-3335 x 232Jamie Wiseman: 2013
Sales Representative
(709) 422-3720 x 226Jamie joined us back in 2013 after several years of working away in Alberta, he ultimately decided that wasn’t the life he wanted for his family and joined our Team as a Sales Representative. He’s the guy everyone knows, whether it’s a connection from his childhood in one of the many towns he lived in, his time working in the Restaurant or Airline Industry or the clientele he has acquired here in the last 10 years
While his family is his most prized possession, his 2nd favorite thing to do is get in the car and travel across the Island finding the most hidden towns and meeting the locals.
Kyle Cooze: 2022
Sales Representative
(709) 651-3335 x 223Kyle may be one of our newest recruits but he comes from a large background in the Automotive Sales industry. From several years in Alberta & St. Johns selling from different Dealerships to moving back home with his Fiance & Son. His passion is definitely in the snowmobile industry, he’s been racing with his Dad Ken since he was 15, competing in over 25 different competitions in the last 11 years on their completely custom, competition specific Pro Stock 800 Dragon.
Accounting
Parts & Service Dept.
Keith Peckford: 2007 Polaris Gold Certified (ORV)| Polaris Silver Certified (Snow)
Service Manager
(709) 651-3335 x 227Keith started as a Parts Advisor here in 2007 before taking over the Parts & Service Manager in 2009. Before joining our Team he spent 14 years driving Truck but ultimately decided he wanted more time at home with his Wife, 4 Kids and 2 dogs! He has over 25 years as a Volunteer Fire Fighter and took over the position as Fire Chief 5 years ago. Just about everyone that has every visited or called knows Keith and if he’s ever met or spoken to you, he remembers you as well.
Rod Goulding: 2015
Parts Associate
(709) 651-3335 x 229Rod was a Haul Truck Operator in Alberta for 8 years before deciding to make the Transition and stay closer to home. He loves to spend his time in the Kitchen Cooking or at the camper relaxing on a nice Summer day. He’s been our resident Parts expert working alongside Keith for over 8 years now. He’s always proud to tell you a story about his 2 grandkids and what they’ve been up to lately.
Technicians
Ken Cooze: 2009
Technician
Polaris Gold Certified | Victory Gold Certified | Factory Harley-Davidson Big Twin Certificates | BRP Master Technician | Can-Am Master Technician | Arctic Cat ORV Training
With 25+ years as an ORV/Snowmobile Technician, 20+ years as a Motorcycle Technician, and an Apprenticeship at Stratford Institute in Ontario his credentials speak for themselves. While fixing up a Motorcycle was his favorite thing to do for years, that has slid into second place after he earned the title “Grandpa” when his 2 Grandsons were born.
Justin Coates: 2016
Polaris Silver Certified
Technician
Justin worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator in Alberta before coming home to spend more time with his Wife and son. His Training expands to RVs, Ariens, Polaris, CF Moto, Boats and Mercury so he’s able to get you back on the go no matter the fix. If you’ve ever been at our Parts Counter and have heard the singing or yelling coming from our back shop, then you’ve heard Justin. The singing tells us he isn’t leaving for Canadian Idol and he’s probably just yelling at himself, or the tool he can’t find. Justins favorite pass time is when he’s able to be outdoors, at the cabin, hunting or on the water.
Pernell Head: 2019
Polaris Silver Certified
Technician
Pernell has been working as a Mechanic since 2002 and before that he spent time Welding. If you’ve ever been here, you’ve probably heard him through the walls as well(they aren’t angry, just really loud). He spends his time Hunting, Fishing and being able to have a drink back the cabin.
Leroy Hibbs: 2020
RV Technician
Specialist in…. Everything. When you work on Travel Trailers, you need knowledge in everything. If it leaks, he’s a plumber, or roofer? If it won’t heat up, that day he’s a furnace technician. Sometimes he’s just making sure everything is running smoothly before you head to the campground! 15 Years of Extensive Experience, rest assured you’re in good hands.
Paul Geange: 2004
RV Technician
Paul is another one of our “Fixers of all” when it comes to Travel Trailer Season. You could find him at any of our local parks when a fix is needed, or around our shop tackling plumbing, electrical, or repairs of any sort on the Trailers. If you get in conversation with Paul, you might even get an invite to one of his shed nights.
Chris Delaney: 2023 Polaris Silver Certified
Technician
Another one of our newest recruits who joins us with a Background in the Aviation Industry. He spent 7 years working as a 1st & 3rd line Hydraulic Specialist on the CF-18, and has his Aircraft Maintenance course for both Civilian & Military. He also has experience in Electrical Engineering, Milwright, Electrical & Electronics work and a Machine Shop course. When Chris isn’t here you can find him with his 4 kids going from different sports and local events.
Allstar Recreation Staff
Management
Sales
Colton Watkins: 2017
Sales Representative
(709) 535-2242Colton started at Adventure Sales in Gander as a summer student while he was still in High School, he continued to work with us each summer until he was able to move into a Full Time Position, and from there he moved to our Store in Lewisporte, AllStar Recreation where he is the only Sales Representative. Specializing in everything Marine. His spare time is spent Snowmobiling in the Winters and Fishing in the Summer.
Parts & Service
Jeff Rideout: 2021
Parts/Service Rep.
(709) 535-2242Jeff comes with a background In Parts and Service and while he is our local “friendly giant” you are sure to know you are in good hands when Jeff is behind the counter assisting you with getting the right fix in place. His favorite pastime is being able to take his Ranger out and do some Hunting & Fishing
Technicians
Jim Layte: 2000
Technician
Polaris Gold Certified Technician | Mercury & Mercruiser Certified Technician
Mercury Outboard Certified Technician| Polaris Gold Certified Our longest reigning employee! If you’re on the water and run into trouble, or are heading for the water and want to avoid Trouble, Jim is who you want to get the okay fromSpecializing in Mercury Marine Engines, Boating and basically anything water related you know you’re in good hands after a check over on your products from Jim!