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April 6, 2026
Data Centers Next to Public Lands: Groups Raise Alarm Bells
As a major battleground in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, Virginia is home to many important historical sites and public lands, with 22 areas managed by the National Park Service (NPS). Directly adjacent to the nation’s capital is also the world’s data center capital. As data center construction has exploded in...
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April 3, 2026
Solo Brands to move from NYSE to OTCQB after delisting notice
Solo Brands, Inc. (NYSE:SBDS) announced Thursday that the New York Stock Exchange has begun proceedings to delist its Class A common stock due to non-compliance with NYSE Rule 802.01B, which requires listed companies to maintain an average global market capitalization of at least $15 million over a consecutive 30 trading day...
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April 3, 2026
Trump’s budget proposal targets National Parks with massive funding cuts
The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) is once again raising concerns over a new round of devastating proposed budget cuts for our national parks. Today, the Trump Administration released its 2027 budget proposal, which, like last year’s, would gut the National Park Service, threatening the protection, maintenance, and operation of...
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April 2, 2026
Everest Guides Suspected of Poisoning Clients in Massive Rescue Scam
Nepalese authorities have charged 32 people in an alleged fake rescue and insurance fraud scheme tied to Nepal’s high-altitude trekking industry, including routes associated with Everest tourism. Police say the network used staged medical emergencies, forged paperwork, and inflated helicopter evacuation claims to siphon nearly $20 million from international insurers...
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April 1, 2026
Canadian outdoor retailer Sail Acquired in Management-Led Buyout
Canadian outdoor retailer Sail has been acquired by three members of its leadership team. The buyers include Isabelle Lemay, president and chief executive officer; Stefania Cella, vice president and chief financial officer; and Catherine Venne, vice president, marketing. The succession plan was initiated by previous owners Dale Tschritter and Daniel...
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April 1, 2026
The $300 ‘Ferrari of Water Bottles’: OKAPA Review
Just when you thought the water bottle craze had died down, here comes something completely different. First, YETI made every tumbler heavier than a tire iron. Then, VSCO girls and their Hydro Flasks turned bottles into fashion accessories. And most recently, everyone went bananas for Stanley’s Quencher because it had a...
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March 30, 2026
Buy 5 Small & Mid-Cap Outdoor Industry Stocks to Boost Your Portfolio
The outdoor industry spans recreation, wellness, and lifestyle experiences centered around nature and activity away from home. This theme includes brands involved in outdoor gear, apparel, recreational vehicles, and equipment and services that support activities such as hiking, camping, boating, and off-roading. Driven by shifting consumer values toward health, sustainability,...
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March 30, 2026
Outdoor Guides Still Struggling a Year After REI Abruptly Cut Ties
Erik Plakanis describes himself as a “believer” in REI. He’s been a member of the retailer and co-op for nearly 40 years. So when REI leaders reached out in 2007 to start partnering with Plakanis’s guiding business, A Walk in the Woods, he was ecstatic. REI not only promised to funnel customers...
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March 27, 2026
The National Park Service Just Opened Job Applications at 6 National Park Sites
The National Park Service (NPS) just opened its job application portal for seasonal roles across six national park sites. If the ranger life is calling you, don’t snooze on submitting your resume—the window to apply closes on March 29 at 11:59 P.M. EST or once 200 people apply. According to...
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March 25, 2026
Parental deferral policies in ultra-trail: some races need to catch up
Last weekend, Italy’s Andreas Reiterer finished second at Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB, but had to turn down a Golden Ticket (automatic entry) to Western States 100 (WSER) because his partner is due to give birth around race day, and WSER’s policy does not allow partners to defer their entry. Missing a race because...
