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April 22, 2021
National Park Visits Climb 37 Percent In March
According to the monthly report from the National Parks Service, visits to national parks totaled 20.6 million in March, up 37 percent from 15.1 million in March 2020 as the pandemic emerged. Total visits for the first three months of the year reached 45.95 million, up 5.6 percent from 43.5 million a...
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April 22, 2021
Land ‘N Sea Announces Distribution of Airhead and Sportsstuff Branded Products
Denver, CO (April 22,2021)– Airhead Sports Group (ASG) is pleased to announce Land ‘N Sea will resume distribution of Airhead and Sportsstuff outdoor watersports products for the 2021 summer season in the US and Canada. Land ‘N Sea and ASG, both under new leadership for the past two years, recognize...
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April 22, 2021
Osprey Moves from Distribution Model to Direct Fulfillment in Canada
Cortez, CO – April 22, 2021– Osprey, a leader in creating top-quality, high-performance innovative carry solutions, announced today a change in its distribution model in Canada. Starting June 2022, Osprey will begin direct fulfillment in Canada. Osprey has partnered with In-Sport Fashions for distribution in Canada since 2003. “In-Sport Fashions...
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April 22, 2021
Brite-Strike Announces New Bug-Strike, Light Based Insect Repelling System
Tuesday April 27, 2021 Boston, MA. Brite-Strike Announces New Bug-Strike™ Light based insect repelling system in time for Spring. Brite-Strike Technologies Inc. USA announced it has developed Bug-Strike™ a micro thin LED system that uses Infrared, Ultraviolet and Blue light that attaches to any hat to effectively repel insects. Limited supplies...
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April 22, 2021
Outside Interactive partners with The Big Gear Show in Park City, Utah
PARK CITY, UT (4/20/21) – The Big Gear Show is proud to announce Outside Interactive as a supporting partner for its inaugural Park City, Utah event. The Big Gear Show brings together global brands and top North American retailers in the safest way—outside. The Big Gear Show attendees will have...
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April 22, 2021
Body Glove Releases Second Recycled Swimwear Collection Designed by Professional Surfer Tatiana Weston-Webb
REDONDO BEACH, Ca. (April 22, 2021)— Today, Body Glove launches its latest sustainable swimwear collection designed by professional surfer and Body Glove athlete, Tatiana Weston-Webb. The new collection is the second eco swimwear line from Body Glove and Tatiana, featuring a new floral print inspired by Tatiana’s home of Kauai....
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April 22, 2021
Maven to Build New World Headquarters in Lander
LANDER, Wyo. (April 22, 2021) – Maven Outdoor Equipment Company, a direct-to-consumer brand known for offering world-class optics at affordable prices, has entered into an agreement with the City of Lander and the Lander Economic Development Association (LEDA) to build a new world headquarters near the gateway entrance of Lander, Wyoming....
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April 22, 2021
Meet the Real-Life Nomads of Chloé Zhao’s “Nomadland
Vanlife is far more than a trending hashtag to this trio of intrepid road warriors turned temporary actors in the Oscar-nominated, Golden Globe-winning drama. So don’t think for a minute they’re just doing it for the ‘gram. Foder's
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April 22, 2021
Orvis Details Inclusivity Efforts and Conservation Wins in 2020 Impact Statement
MANCHESTER, Vt. (April 22, 2021) — This Earth Day, Orvis, the Vermont-based, family-owned outdoor retailer, releases its 2020 Impact Report, highlighting the work and contributions the brand and its customers have made to protect wild places, increase equity and inclusion in fly fishing and improve canine well-being throughout the year....
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April 22, 2021
Stio is Climate Neutral
JACKSON, Wyo. (April 22, 2021) – With a commitment to being good stewards of the mountain life, Stio is proud to announce that it is officially Climate Neutral Certified. By partnering with Climate Neutral, Stio measured its carbon footprint for 2020, implemented steps to reduce its impact and has committed...
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April 22, 2021
Want to Buy a Camper Van? Here Are the Brands You Need to Know
Europeans and Aussies get many of the best camper vans. But there are still some great options you can buy in the United States. Gear Patrol
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April 22, 2021
ROAM Media Unveils New Class with World’s Most Accomplished Explorer Mike Horn
(BOULDER, CO - APRIL 2021) - ROAM Media, the Colorado-based start-up committed to quality storytelling and outdoor education, founded by the world’s best adventure athletes, photographers, and filmmakers, today unveiled a new online course led by world-renowned explorer Mike Horn, focused on adventure, motivation and drive. Entitled “Achieving Your Dreams,”...
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April 22, 2021
Over 230 Companies Complete Climate Neutral Certification
San Francisco, CA (Apr 22, 2021) — Climate Neutral, an independent nonprofit that provides a climate neutral certification for businesses, is extremely proud to announce its largest-ever cohort of Climate Neutral Certified companies. More than 230 brands completed the rigorous certification process, overseen by Climate Neutral, to measure, offset, and...
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April 22, 2021
Dometic Acquires Valterra Products
Sweden’s Dometic has announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Valterra Products, a leading North American provider of service and aftermarket products primarily to the RV market. The RV industry accounts for almost 90 percent of Valeterra’s sales, including service and aftermarket products, consumables and accessories. The company had sales of...
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April 22, 2021
Ashworth Awards Featured in Insights Magazine by Awards and Personalization Association
The July 2020 edition of Insights Magazine had been released digitally, featuring Ashworth Awards in the Retailer Profile starting on page 20. Check out how the family-owned company has changed the endurance industry, following through with sustainable, reliable, and custom “Made in USA” awards and medallions. This includes the sustainable...
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April 22, 2021
Tough Mudder Is Back, with New and Returning Partners for 2021 Global Event Season
BOSTON, Mass. - Tough Mudder, the global experiential fitness entertainment brand announces a diverse roster of partners in advance of their 2021 season kick-off this weekend in Atlanta. The partnerships unite world renowned brands with a global community of outdoor enthusiasts who pursue Tough Mudder’s unique brand of teamwork-based extreme...
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April 22, 2021
Kodiak® Takes PrimaLoft P.U.R.E. Insulation for a Stroll
Cambridge, Ontario, April 22, 2021 – Kodiak®, the 110-year-old Canadian boot brand, is pleased to be the first footwear company to adopt PrimaLoft P.U.R.E. insulation. PrimaLoft P.U.R.E., short for Produced Using Reduced Emissions, is an insulation, made with 100% post-consumer recycled PET plastic, that reduces carbon emissions by at least 48%....
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April 21, 2021
Lael Wilcox Joins Gnarly Nutrition Athlete Team
Salt Lake City, UT -- Gnarly Nutrition is excited to announce the official signing of ultra-endurance cyclist Lael Wilcox to its athlete team. Wilcox boasts a jaw-dropping cycling resume, most notably winning the 4,300-mile Trans Am Bike Race in 2016, and setting the record for the 2,750 mile Tour Divide...
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April 21, 2021
Ice for Sore Muscles? Think Again.
Icing muscles after strenuous exercise is not just ineffective, it could be counterproductive, a new study in mice suggests. New York Times (paywall)
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April 21, 2021
The First Case of COVID-19 at Everest Base Camp
Hopes for an Everest season unaffected by the pandemic dimmed last week when the first member of an expedition at Base Camp tested positive for COVID-19, according to a source at camp who asked to remain anonymous. Outside
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April 21, 2021
Tokyo 2020 set to postpone decision on fans to June amid spike in COVID-19 cases
Tokyo 2020 President Seiko Hashimoto has conceded a decision on whether Japanese fans can attend the rescheduled Olympic and Paralympic Games might not be made until June amid a spike in COVID-19 cases in the host country. Fans from overseas have already been banned. Inside the Games
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April 21, 2021
Creating vanlife community: Sekr aims to make life on the road safer and more inclusive
When Breanne Acio and her wife fell in love with the camper van life, they immediately ran into barriers: loneliness and a lack of practical resources. Then they founded SD Camper and The Vanlife App using their entire combined life savings. Outside Business Journal
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April 21, 2021
Camping World to Buy Flagg RV in Massachusetts
The sign will be changing at Flagg RV at 66 West Boylston St. with the recent agreement to sell to Camping World Holdings Inc, according to report in the Worcester, Mass., Telegram & Gazette. The sign at The Manor/Draught House at the corner of West Boylston and Franklin streets, may be changing...
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April 21, 2021
A&L RV Sales Acquires Three Locations in 12 Months
A&L RV Sales has announced the acquisition of Smallwoods Camper & Trailer Sales in Jackson, Tenn. This location marks the third new A&L location in the past year, bringing the group to seven locations serving Richmond, Va.; Lake Park, Ga.; and Columbia, Johnson City, Sevierville, Murfreesboro and Jackson, Tenn. RV-PRO
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April 21, 2021
KOM Cycling Launches New 3-Tier, Full-Motion Rocker Plate for Indoor Cycling
East Lansing, Michigan (April 21, 2021) —With record numbers of people riding indoors on stationary trainers, KOM Cycling is hoping to give them the most immersive, dynamic experience possible with the launch of their new RPV2 Full-Motion Rocker Plate, which allows the bike to move more naturally during stationary riding....