March 3, 2021

RVIA Seeks Members for its New Trade Advisory Panel

The new venture will provide RV Industry Association members with monthly updates on key international trade policy developments as the industry move forward with a new administration. RVIA

March 3, 2021

Oru Kayak Updates its Original, Origami-inspired Kayaks for Spring 2021

San Francisco, CA (March 2021) — Oru Kayak, maker of the original origami-inspired folding kayak, is celebrating the upcoming 2021 paddling season by announcing upgrades to its entire line of packable kayaks. Enhancements in user experience and improved durability help convey Oru’s growth as a brand and its dedication to...

March 3, 2021

Peak Design Calls Out Amazon Basics with “A Tale of Two Slings”

San Francisco, CA (March 3, 2021) – Peak Design, the worldwide leader in crowdfunding and everyday carry solutions, has released a video responding to the production of a copycat version of the brand’s Everyday Sling by Amazon Basics. Entitled, “A Tale of Two Slings,” Peak Design draws distinctions between their...

March 2, 2021

Harvest Hosts raises $37 million to give RV campers cool places to stay

Harvest Hosts has raised $37 million in funding for its membership program that lets RV campers stay overnight in wineries and other cool places. Stripes led the investment in the Vail, Colorado-based company, which has seen a surge during the pandemic as more people take vacations using recreational vehicles. Venture Beat  

March 2, 2021

Camping World Holdings Announces Deal to Acquire EZ Living RV in Illinois

The facility, located at 800 EZ Street in Braidwood, just off I-55 south of Joliet, will transition to the Camping World brand and open in late March. This will be the company’s sixth location in the state of Illinois. The SuperCenter will include a wide range of new and used...

March 2, 2021

SNEWS Rebrands as Outside Business Journal

Boulder, CO (March 2, 2021)— Outside, the Colorado-based parent company of more than 30 active living brands including Outside magazine, Yoga Journal, and Backpacker, announced today that the legacy trade media brand SNEWS has been rebranded as Outside Business Journal, and that all of the outlet’s content is now available at outsidebusinessjournal.com. For almost...

March 2, 2021

Sun Valley 2021-22 Winter Season Passes on Sale March 1

Sun Valley, Idaho (March 2, 2021)–The 2021-22 winter season passes for Sun Valley Resort are on sale from March 1, 2021 with special early pricing and enhanced benefits. With the purchase of any Challenger Pass, Sun Valley’s season pass which includes unlimited and unrestricted season-long skiing and riding, individuals will...

March 2, 2021

Cotopaxi Announces Grant Partnership with the Mona Foundation

Salt Lake City, UT. March 2, 2021 -- This International Women’s Day, Cotopaxi, an outdoor gear and apparel brand, and Benefit Corporation, has expanded its major grant program to include the Mona Foundation. The Cotopaxi major grant program encompasses a selection of carefully vetted non-profit grantees who showcase sustainable, tangible...

March 2, 2021

SCARPA adopts comprehensive sustainability platform, pursues Certified B Corporation status by 2022

BOULDER, Colo. (March 2, 2021)– SCARPA, a global leader in high-performance footwear built for all aspects of mountain sports, in February unveiled an extensive commitment to sustainability along with a series of initiatives designed to bring the Italy-based company in line with the highest international standards. One of the brand’s...

March 2, 2021

Ingrid Malmberg Joins RiemerPlus as Director of Sales and Marketing

CLEVELAND, Ohio, March 2, 2021 – RiemerPlus is excited to announce the hire of Ingrid Malmberg, Director of Sales and Marketing. Malmberg will lead sales efforts in the outdoor recreation and sports industry as well as assist with growth across other industries. Malmberg has over fourteen years of experience in...