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Outdoor Retailer Cancels November Winter Market, Combines With Snow Show

Acknowledging ‘sentiment has shifted and the outdoor and snow communities would prefer to gather at a single show,’ Outdoor Retailer and the Outdoor Industry Association…

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 21, 2019

Grizzly, Black Bear Behavior Spurs Closures, Rule Changes at Glacier National Park

Black bears shaking tents and grizzlies acting ‘frustrated and disturbed by human presence’ forced park rangers to restrict certain activities within the park.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 21, 2019

Leadville Winners, First Ascents, World’s Longest Horse Race: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents the top news in the world of exploration and adventure this week.

Written by Sponsored Post August 19, 2019

prAna Will Give You $100K to Pursue Your Dream Job

Calling all dreamers, doers, and anyone tired of the 9 to 5. This is your chance to pursue your dream job — with $100,000 in…

Written by Mallory Paige August 16, 2019

Emerging Gear: CBD-Infused Bars, Retro Hiking Boots, Affordable Origami Kayak

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 15, 2019

Close Call: Kayakers Nearly Crushed by Cliff Collapse

Drone footage captures the sudden collapse (and scary close call!) of a cliff on Lake Superior.

Written by Mallory Paige August 15, 2019

Domino’s Pizza Announces E-Bike Delivery in US

The world’s largest pizza chain will roll out e-bike delivery in states across the country following a successful pilot test.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 14, 2019

Leadville 100, Mont Blanc, Record Tarpon: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents the top news in the world of exploration and adventure this week.

Written by Sponsored Post August 12, 2019

Emerging Gear: Sustainable Swimwear, Augmented Reality Shades, Safer Bike Light

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 08, 2019

3 New Threats Put Public Lands at Risk

Public lands continue to face serious hurdles. Especially when it comes to its federal leadership, the necessity for public input, and protecting certain landscapes from…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 07, 2019

Attention Skiers: Take Colorado’s ‘SnowStang’ Bus to Beat Traffic

In an effort to ease the dreaded I-70 congestion, the Colorado Department of Transportation will test out a dedicated bus service to select ski areas…

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 06, 2019

Ikon Adds Another, X Games Firsts: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents the top news in the world of exploration and adventure this week.

Written by Sponsored Post August 05, 2019

Emerging Gear: Tactical Office Wear, Recycled Rumpls, NASA-Worthy Pouch

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 01, 2019

Hipcamp $25 Million Funding Is ‘Vote of Confidence’ in the Outdoors

Rare for a company in the outdoor industry, Silicon Valley has jumped on Hipcamp, investing significant funding rounds and bringing the brand’s value north of…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 01, 2019

Lyft Bikes Are Catching on Fire

Lyft will pull its fleet of e-bikes off Bay Area streets after two of them caught on fire.

Written by Sean McCoy August 01, 2019

Sasquatch Hunter Fires Gun in National Park

A couple camping at Mammoth Cave National Park claims a man wielding a firearm warned them they were in ‘Bigfoot country.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 31, 2019

Drink Beer, Plant a Tree: Cerveza Patagonia Launches Reforestation Campaign

Anheuser-Busch’s Cerveza Patagonia launches into markets across the U.S. with two initiatives aimed at revitalizing America’s national forests.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 29, 2019

An East Coast First: ‘Accelerator’ Helps Outdoor Brands Grow

Calling all gearmakers and small outdoor brands: The Waypoint Accelerator wants to help outdoor businesses grow.

Written by Mallory Paige July 29, 2019

K2 Summits to Shark Attacks: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents the top news in the world of exploration and adventure this week.

Written by Sponsored Post July 29, 2019

Scam! Don’t Fall for the $169 Teardrop Trailer

What appears to be a too-good-to-be-true deal circulating on Facebook is just that. Be on the lookout for teardrop trailer scams.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 25, 2019

Emerging Gear: Sandals Galore, a Running Vest for Women, Sony’s Latest Point-and-Shoot

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 25, 2019

Fatality Spurs Cannondale Bicycle Recall

Cannondale parent company Cycling Sports Group is recalling thousands of CAADX cyclocross bicycles due to a ‘serious injury hazard’ that has resulted in one death.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 25, 2019

Watch: Yellowstone Bison Charges, Bucks 9-Year-Old Girl

Frightening video shows park visitors fleeing a charging bison before it strikes and flings a young girl several feet into the air.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 24, 2019

Diversity Growing Among Anglers, Report Finds

A new report from the Recreation Boating and Fishing Foundation’s 2019 Special Report on Fishing finds that diversity continues to climb within the ranks of…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 23, 2019

Vail Resorts Adds 17 Ski Areas Across East Coast, Heartland

Vail Resorts will acquire 100 percent of Peak Resorts, extending the Epic Pass’s reach across the Midwest and Eastern Seaboard.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 22, 2019

‘This Is Home’: Columbia President Rebukes Trump Over Immigration

Columbia president and CEO Tim Boyle penned a stirring open letter condemning President Trump’s recent rhetoric on immigration and pledging support for ‘individuals with diverse…

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 22, 2019

K2 Stymies Climbers, Jetskier Rescued: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents the top news in the world of exploration and adventure this week.

Written by Sponsored Post July 22, 2019

Emerging Gear: Forward-Facing Luggage, Portable Meat Smoker, Crushable Hat

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 18, 2019