June 2, 2026

Iconic Monument at Monocacy National Battlefield Commemorates Vermont Soldiers’ Role in Civil War

Washington, D.C. (June 2, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – National Park Trust and the National Park Service (NPS) have announced the successful acquisition of a critical parcel inside Monocacy National Battlefield in Maryland. The parcel, owned by the State of Vermont, is the site of a monument that commemorates the service...

June 2, 2026

Katadyn Reinforces Commitment to Specialty Retail Ahead of Grassroots Connect

PETALUMA, Calif. (June 2, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Katadyn, the world's most trusted Swiss equipment brand for specialists who demand ultimate mission performance, today announced leadership appointments and a new sales agency partnership that strengthen support for specialty retailers across North America. Katadyn has promoted Jeff Pratt to vice president...

June 2, 2026

ADDRA Labs Appoints Olympian Ryan Bolton as High Performance Advisor

New York, NY — June 2, 2026 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - ADDRA Labs, the endurance recovery nutrition company behind the first leucine-optimized protein bar built for triathletes, cyclists, and runners, today announced the appointment of Ryan Bolton — Olympian and Director of High Performance for USA Triathlon — as the company’s...

June 1, 2026

BUFF® Introduces Its First-Ever Sock Collection

SANTA ROSA, California (June, 1, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - BUFF®, a world leader in head and neckwear for outdoor enthusiasts, today enters the performance sock category with the North America launch of its new collection – built for all-day comfort and durability – following a successful initial launch in Europe last...

June 1, 2026

Switchback strengthens growing team with addition of Joe Jackson, Amelia Arvesen, and Ryan Nettleton in marketing, editorial, and sales

PORTLAND, Maine (June 1, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Switchback, the outdoor industry business and education gathering, is welcoming three prominent outdoor industry professionals to its growing team – Joe Jackson as Marketing Manager, Amelia Arvesen as editor of Trailheads, and Ryan Nettleton as Sales Manager. The additions build on the team evolution that began last winter after...

June 1, 2026

Oboz set its sights on growth with Rocks and Running

BOZEMAN, MT (June 1, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Oboz Footwear, the Bozeman-based performance trail brand, announces changes to its leadership team and the expansion of its product range as it looks to scale new heights. Two of the outdoor industry’s most recognizable voices, Colin True and David Karstad, have joined...

June 1, 2026

Roark Selects JAM Collective as Public Relations Agency of Record

SAN FRANCISCO (June 1, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - JAM Collective, a public relations agency specializing in outdoor and active lifestyle industries, has been named agency of record for Roark. The appointment increases JAM Collective's portfolio of premium adventure brand partnerships. The agency will lead strategic communications, media relations, brand storytelling,...

June 1, 2026

Fleet Feet Opens New Naples Store, Expanding Southwest Florida Reach

NAPLES, Fla., and Carrboro, N.C. (June 1, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Fleet Feet, the nation’s largest franchisor of running specialty stores with more than 285 locally owned and operated locations, today announced the opening of Fleet Feet Naples, owned and operated by Brian and Janene Urichko. The store is located...

June 1, 2026

UGG® Taps Nuyarn® for the Otzo Clog, Merging Iconic Style with High-Performance Natural Textiles

June 1, 2026 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Nuyarn® technologies, a proven innovator in performance yarn and fabric is proud to announce the collaboration with UGG on the Otzo Clog. This partnership marks a significant integration of Nuyarn’s patented spinning technology into a premium lifestyle silhouette, setting a new standard for performance...

May 29, 2026

REI San Diego Store Votes to Unionize as Co-op’s Anniversary Sale Beats Expectations

Employees at REI’s San Diego store have voted to unionize, joining the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 135. The 119 workers sought better staffing, wages, scheduling, and working conditions through collective bargaining. If confirmed, this location becomes the third REI in California and the 12th nationwide to unionize,...