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March 9, 2026
Outdoors Boom No More? Industry Now Lags Behind US Economy Overall
The outdoor recreation industry contributed $696.7 billion to U.S. GDP in 2024 (unadjusted for inflation), marking a 2.7% growth from 2023 but lagging slightly behind the overall U.S. economy's 2.8% expansion. This slowdown ends the post-pandemic surge, with travel and tourism driving nearly half the output at $315 billion, while...
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March 6, 2026
The Trump Administration Took Down National Park Signs. Now 17 Senators Want Answers.
More than a dozen U.S. senators are calling on the Department of the Interior (DOI) to explain why the Trump administration ordered the National Park Service (NPS) to remove multiple historical signs across American national park sites. On February 24, 17 senators sent a letter to the Secretary of the Interior,...
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March 6, 2026
Historic Snow Drought Impacts Black Diamond Q4 Sales
Clarus Corporation, the owner of Black Diamond, Rhino Rack, and other brands, reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results Thursday, detailing several market challenges within its Outdoor and Adventure segment. The company also highlighted some bright spots as the company continues to transform the Black Diamond brand. The Outdoor segment, driven by Black Diamond, recorded a Q4 revenue decline...
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March 5, 2026
GoPro’s Shrinks Loss in Q4 on Flat Sales
GoPro, Inc. reported a lower loss on an adjusted basis in the fourth quarter on flat sales. The operating loss in the year narrowed as expense reductions offset a $20 million tariff-related charge. “In 2025, we maintained subscription and service revenue of $106 million by improving attach rates, retention rates...
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March 5, 2026
Having a Younger Biological Age Is Linked to Better Brain Health
Looking after your longevity might make you smarter. A preliminary study of over 250,000 people found that having a lower biological age compared to chronological age is associated with decreased risk of stroke and better cognitive performance The longevity movement has changed how we think about aging, as how long you live...
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March 4, 2026
Man Buried in Avalanche Rescued After Wife Uses Find My Phone App to Locate Him
A wife used a special feature on her cell phone to help rescue her husband after he was buried by an avalanche in Washington. Michael Harris was skiing at Stevens Pass Ski Resort on Thursday, Feb. 26, when he got caught in the avalanche. The skier said he quickly knew he...
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March 3, 2026
Vail Resorts Trying to Lure Gen Z Skiers With Age-Based Discount Amid Rough Winter Season
In an attempt to bolster flagging attendance, Vail Resorts has announced a discount aimed at Gen Z customers. Vail Resorts made the announcement via a press release Tuesday. Skiers and riders between the ages of 13 and 30 will get a 20 percent discount on the 2026-2027 Epic Pass and Epic Local...
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March 3, 2026
Glen Canyon issues quicksand alert, warning visitors
The Glen Canyon National Recreation Area released a quicksand alert on Tuesday afternoon. According to a recent social media post from the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (GCNRA), there is an active quicksand alert throughout the park. The risk is especially high near shorelines and in drainage areas. Even ground that appears...
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March 2, 2026
Amer Sports Plans to Raise $750 Million in Stock Offering
Amer Sports, Inc. has launched a public offering of $750 million in ordinary shares with proceeds to be used to pay down debt. The parent of Arc’teryx, Salomon and Wilson plans to redeem the outstanding principal amount of its 6.750 percent senior secured notes due 2031 and to pay related...
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March 2, 2026
REI Chief Merchant Kristin Shane on AI and Peak 28
Since joining REI as chief merchandising officer in March 2025, around the same time CEO Mary Beth Laughton took the helm, Kristin Shane has been tasked with helping turn around a co-op that rode the COVID outdoor boom before running into the same market contraction that has squeezed specialty retailers across the...
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