March 13, 2026

The Trump Tariff Refund Process Just Got a Lot More Complex

Just when the market thought that the Trump Tariff story couldn’t get any more interesting, the White House, and any company that paid higher tariffs under the President’s Tariff Tiff last year, could face even bigger problems. This new twist is happening as companies seek refunds for the higher tariffs...

March 13, 2026

PAKA Launches Women’s Original Crew Sweater, Celebrating International Women’s Month

Boulder, Colorado (March 13, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - In celebration of International Women’s Month, PAKA, a sustainable apparel brand and innovator in alpaca-based clothing, is recognizing the women who power the brand with the launch of the Women’s Original Crew. The highly requested sweater was designed for women and inspired...

March 13, 2026

KEEN and Snow Peak debut first collaboration HYPERPORT H2

Portland, Oregon /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - KEEN, Inc. (KEEN), maker of original hybrid footwear, and Snow Peak, the Japanese outdoor lifestyle brand known for its refined, high-quality gear, announce the launch of its first collaboration model: the KEEN HYPERPORT H2, available beginning March 13, 2026. KEEN and Snow Peak share a...

March 12, 2026

Town Hall Outdoor Co partners with Geartrade to launch ‘RePlay’ resale program for kids winter gear

MARCH 9, 2026 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Geartrade (www.geartrade.com), the award-winning online resale platform for used outdoor gear and apparel, is partnering with Town Hall Outdoor Co (www.townhallco.com) to launch RePlay, a full service recovery and resale program devoted to kids winter gear. RePlay will be accessible through the Town Hall...

March 12, 2026

57hours Hits Milestone of 2,000 Mountain Guides

BROOKLYN, NY — March 12, 2026 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - 57hours, the leading marketplace for outdoor adventure, announced today it has officially onboarded its 2,000th professional guide. This milestone establishes 57hours as the largest global platform connecting travelers with certified mountain professionals. Since its founding in 2021, the platform has grown...

March 12, 2026

Leave No Trace Selects 12 Sites Nationwide for Spotlights Community Conservation Initiative

Boulder, CO/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Leave No Trace has selected 12 locations nationwide for its 2026 Spotlight program, an initiative that protects natural areas by delivering direct assistance to local communities and land managers. As visitation continues to increase, Spotlights offer resources to protect the shared spaces we all cherish. Through multi-day, on-site...

March 11, 2026

REI to Reduce Pay for New Hires, Shrinks Certain Benefits for All Employees

REI Co-op plans to reduce its pay rates for future employees and scale back benefits for current employees to shore up profitability.  Union organizers issued statements claiming the moves come as REI had declared an impass on negotations on a collective bargaining agreement. In an internal memo sent out by REI...

March 11, 2026

BOGS Footwear Brings Fresh Styles and More Seamless Comfort to Spring 2026 Collection, Featuring New Year-Round Essentials

PORTLAND, OR (March 11, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - BOGS Footwear, makers of long-lasting, 100% waterproof boots designed for all-weather use, is introducing its Spring 2026 collection of new styles for farm, garden, and everyday comfort and utility. For shoulder season, spring, and work outdoors throughout the year, the men’s and...

March 11, 2026

SCARPA names new North America CEO, promotes longtime internal leaders to new posts

BOULDER, Colo. (March. 11, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — SCARPA, global manufacturer of high-performance mountain footwear, today announced Jonathan Degenhardt as new CEO of its North American operation. Along with Degenhardt’s hire, two longtime employees will be elevated into new leadership positions with additional responsibilities at SCARPA North America. Mark Mathews, currently...

March 11, 2026

Major Conservation Challenges Have a New Solution: Activating Outdoor Industry Partners in the Wild for Measurable Impact

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The Pacific Northwest is a rare convergence point: globally significant biodiversity, world‑class outdoor recreation, and a dense concentration of outdoor industry brands whose businesses depend on healthy, resilient landscapes. The region’s old-growth forests, high‑alpine terrain, and coastal waters support threatened species, active communities, and recreation economies that...