REI now a Canyon authorized service partner

Canyon Bicycles is expanding its service partner network by adding 28 REI Co-op locations. The consumer-direct brand’s network already includes 66 independent bike shops in the U.S. and scores of independent service partners in Europe. All…

Garmin Ltd. Ups Guidance on Strong Double-Digit Q3 Growth in Fitness, Outdoor and Marine

Garmin Ltd. posted consolidated revenue of $1.59 billion for the third quarter ended September 28, a 24 percent increase compared to the prior-year third quarter. Revenue from the Fitness segment increased 31 percent to $463.9…

Winnebago Reports Decreased Q4 & FY2024 Revenues

Revenues were $720.9 million, a decrease of 6.5% compared to $771.0 million in the fourth quarter of last year, driven primarily by product mix, partially offset by higher unit volume. Gross profit was $94.2 million,…

A Hiker Got Trapped Upside Down Between Boulders for 7 Hours Trying to Get Her Phone

Most people have a hard time parting ways with their phone these days but there are some cases where cutting the proverbial umbilical cord should be an obvious call.Take, for example, a woman who dropped…

CEP Compression Launches NEW Flight Sock for Improved Blood Circulation During Long Travel Days

Whitsett, NC. (October 8, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Today, CEP Compression, a world leader in compression products, announces the new Flight Sock, a must-have for any traveler. Offering improved blood circulation during long trips to…

Revolutionizing Utility: Lug Wagons Launches the SC.1 Electric Wagon

Aug 27, 2024 (Santa Cruz, CA) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Lug Wagons is introducing a first of its kind all-purpose electric utility wagon. The SC1 by Lug Wagons packs 700 watts of power into two hub…

Para Climbing to debut at the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles

This Wednesday, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Executive Board ratified the proposal to add Para Climbing to the LA 2028 sports programme. This is the first time a sport has been added to the Paralympic programme…

CABDA Unveils Education Schedule for West Expo

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ Chicago, IL – December 21, 2023 – Organizers of the CABDA Expo announced the release of their comprehensive education schedule for CABDA West, set to take place outside of Los Angeles on January…

VF Brands Including Vans Can’t Fulfill Orders Because of Cyberattack

VF Corp said on Monday that it was looking into cybersecurity incidents that occurred on Dec. 13 and are disrupting the company’s businesses, including hindering the ability of The North Face and Vans’ parent company…

Outside Names Heather Dietrick as Chief Media Officer

BOULDER, CO – NOVEMBER 2, 2023 – Outside Interactive, Inc. today announced the addition of Heather Dietrick to its leadership team in the newly created role of Chief Media Officer, starting January 1. Dietrick joins…

Endurance Sportswire Launches Free AI Press Release Generator

San Diego, CA – June 25, 2023 – Endurance Sportswire, the only press release distribution service for the running, cycling and triathlon industries, today announced the launch of its free AI press release generator. The…

Infographic: Get To Know The 2022 New RV Buyers

First-time RV buyers in 2022 continued the trend of younger and more diverse buyers entering the RV lifestyle. While the love of road trips, wanting to use an RV as an basecamp for other outdoor…

Gary Fisher Does E-Bikes: Mountain Bike Pioneer Launches ‘Morelle’ Brand

With a new company called Morelle, mountain bike pioneer Gary Fisher claims to have developed a line of e-bikes far superior to the market’s current offerings.

How Brands Can Activate at Outdoor Consumer Festival OAX

Anyone can set up a booth and hand out swag. Capturing an attendee’s attention and getting them to engage with, and even purchase a product is another matter altogether. Ahead of the Outdoor Adventure X…

Southern Sierra Has ‘Largest Snowpack in Recorded History’

According to data from the California Department of Water Resources (CDWR), the Southern Sierras have officially hit a recorded high, currently holding a snowpack 257 percent greater than the annual average by April 1. The…

Workers at REI Cleveland store vote to join union

Workers at an REI location in Beachwood, Ohio, near Cleveland, have voted to join the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU). It will become the third REI store that is unionized, following stores in…

Compass Diversified Posts Q4 Loss Despite Mid-Single-Digit Growth

Compass Diversified (CODI), which owns Velocity Outdoor, BOA, Marucci, Primaloft, 5.11, and others in the active lifestyle space, reported net sales in the fourth quarter of 2022 were $594.9 million, up 6 percent (+4 percent…

Got 11 minutes? A daily brisk walk could lower risk for early death.

Walking for at least 11 minutes every day could lower your risk of premature death by almost 25 percent, according to the largest study to date of physical activity, disease risk and mortality. Published in…

Burton Snowboards Under Hacker Attack

If you’re looking to buy some winter gear or a snowboard from Burton, it might take some time. . . The well-known winter gear Vermont company has been dealing with a major cyberattack since Feb. 14, impacting…

REI Axes PFAS From All Inventory With New Product Standards

REI’s new rules will require its suppliers to cut all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from all cookware, apparel, shoes, packs, and similar gear by Fall 2024. It’s a planned phase-out of all remaining products with…

Strava’s trying to make route planning easier by crowdsourcing photos from users

You can find route photos for any sport featured in the Routes section of the app, including running, trail running, walking, hikes, rides, mountain bike rides, and gravel rides. According to Strava, the platform has…

Ikon Settlement: Pass Holders to Receive Credits Following COVID Lawsuit

Alterra Mountain Company, the owner of 16 ski resorts and facilitator of the Ikon Pass, will pay a total of $17.5 million to those who held passes in the COVID-shortened 2019-2020 season. That’s after a Colorado…

Oboz Sales Up Big in First Half of Fiscal Year

Sales of Oboz footwear, a division of New Zealand-based KMD Brands, grew 124% for the six months ended Jan. 31, after recovering from last year’s supply chain constraints caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Last fiscal year, Oboz…

Fox Racing Enters MTB Footwear Category

Fox Racing, the global leader in motorcycle and mountain bike safety equipment and apparel, has entered the mountain bike shoe category. With the launch of the Union shoe series, Fox now offers both mountain bike and…

Polar Starts to License Their Sports & Fitness Algorithms

Polar has launched a website aimed at selling their sports/fitness/physiological algorithms to other companies. With this new venture, they aim to make it possible for other sport/fitness/etc. companies to leverage Polar’s algorithms. This could be used…

Cummins’ Concept System Helps RV Users Reduce Emissions and Noise

January 24, 2023 / Global power and technology leader Cummins Inc. has been showcasing its new concept hybrid power system to help recreational vehicles (RVs) reduce emissions and noise. The system blends lithium battery technology…

Winnebago’s new electric camper van RV concept can stay off-grid for 7 days — see inside the tiny home on wheels

The popular recreational vehicle maker has revealed a working prototype of its new fully electric camper van, the eRV2, at the Florida RV Supershow. This announcement comes just one year after it first announced a…

Using Artificial Intelligence to Create 5 Resort Maps

If you haven’t been keeping up with the exciting recent developments in artificial technology, here’s most of what you need to know: AI can basically do everything now. Chatbots like ChatGPT can do anything from debugging computer code to…

Ram recalls 1.4 million pickup trucks: Tailgate issue could cause cargo to spill on road

About 1.4 million Ram pickup trucks are being recalled after the carmaker discovered a malfunction that could cause cargo to spill onto the road. Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, announced the worldwide recall – which includes…

Vans and Timberland Will Soon Deliver Their First-Ever Collaboration

For the first time ever, Vans and Timberland — two VF Corp. brands — have teamed up on a footwear range. With the 30th anniversary of the Half Cab here, Vans and Timberland have used createe the Half Cab…

Specialized ends contracts with dozens of paid ambassadors

Some of Specialized’s longtime adventure athletes like Sarah Swallow and Ty Hathaway were let go last week; they say the brand is cutting the entire ambassador program. VeloNews

A design company has turned a Tesla Semi into an RV concept

Based on the specifications Tesla revealed this week and how amazing these renderings of the electric truck as a motorhome appear, the Tesla Semi may become a fantastic electric-powered luxury RV. Interesting Engineering

What Do California’s Zero-Emissions Goals Mean To The RV Industry?

California’s plans to prohibit the sale of new cars and trucks that emit carbon have gotten a lot of attention lately, but what’s most important for RVers to understand right now is that, in 2035,…

Boardriders Cuts More than 150 Jobs

Boardriders, which is in the midst of a sale process, cut 170 jobs today in a move to reduce costs and become more nimble. Boardriders is home to the Billabong, Quiksilver, RVCA, Roxy, DC Shoes,…

namuk Bolsters U.S. Presence with the Hire of Sebastian Reinhard as Chief Marketing Officer

ZURICH (November 7, 2022) – Time for big adventures: namuk, the Swiss-based premium sustainable outdoor clothing brand for kids is pleased to welcome Sebastian Reinhard to the team as Chief Marketing Officer. In his new…

Quartzsite RV Show Set for January 22-29 in Arizona

With roughly 150,000 RVers from all over the U.S. and Canada expected, the Quartzsite Sports, Vacation & RV Show will return in 2023 under a 70,000-square-foot tent with exhibits, shopping, repairs, upgrades and workshops. Located in…

National Indoor RV Centers Enters Washington DC Market

National Indoor RV Centers (NIRVC), a national RV and motor home company, is entering the Washington, D.C., region for the first time, according to the company. The Lawrenceville, Ga.-headquartered company has inked a 9,300-square-foot mixed-use lease at 9515…

Columbia Sportswear’s Record $955M Quarter

The sportswear and outdoor apparel retailer posted $955 million in net sales in Q3 2022, a 19% increase year-over-year. It attributed the record-breaking results to growth led by its SOREL footwear and Columbia brands, which saw net sales increase by 28%…

Motorhome Market Will Hit $218.9B by 2026, Research Group Says

The global research firm ResearchAndMarkets said it expects the motorhome market to grow to $218.9 billion by 2026, up from an estimated $156.7 billion this year. That’s a compound annual growth rate of 8.7%. ResearchAndMarkets, which…

Nudist RV resorts more popular among RVers than you’d think

Would you stay at a clothing-optional or nudist RV resort? That was a question posed in a recent poll, and a surprising number of people said they would. In fact, based on the comments, a…

This Company Will Send You on a Two-Year RV Trip to Visit Breweries

For beer and spirits lovers, the idea of spending two years traveling around the country in an RV hitting up hundreds of breweries and distilleries might sound like a dream come true. Well, the RV campsite company…

Nims Purja Issues Statement on Fatal Parachuting Accident

Famed mountaineer Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja was involved in a tragic parachuting accident that claimed the life of his instructor, Dean Waldo, on Oct .14. Now, Purja outlines some of what happened. Gear Junkie

There’s New Data on How Antibiotics Affect Your Workout

A pair of experiments find that mice choose to run less after taking antibiotics, even though their endurance is unchanged. Outside

KOA Adds Rathburn, Cross to Executive Management Team

In separate announcements, Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) has hired Eric Rathburn as vice president of real estate development of the Owned and Operated Assets of KOA (OAK) and Emily Cross as in-house legal counsel…

Developers Loom As Boy Scouts Sell Thousands of Acres to Fund Legal Issues

The Boy Scouts of America and their local councils intend to sell thousands of acres of land — including properties where some of the abuse took place — to compensate sexual abuse victims. To help…

Paradise Campground Sold for $1.6 Million

The 124.8-acre commercial campground, 6940 Rochester Road, sold to Fireside Lake LLC of Mount Vernon, Ohio. The company incorporated as an LLC two months ago with K&C Agents LLC listed as statutory agent. K&C Agents,…

Winnebago Industries and Melanated Campout Announce Strategic Partnership to Promote Diversity in the Outdoors

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Oct. 06, 2022 — Melanated Campout and Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership between the two companies. The camping collective created to encourage people of color to…

Airstream unveiled a $131,880 camper van RV on a Ram Promaster chassis

Famed RV maker Airstream has unveiled a new $131,882 Ram Promaster-based camper van in a major shift away from Mercedes-Benz’s beloved Sprinter chassis, which has been impacted by supply chain issues and the semiconductor shortage. Longtime…

Harvest Hosts Surpasses 200 Churches as Host Locations

Harvest Hosts, a membership program for RVers that gives them access to unique RV camping options, announced it has exceeded 200 hosts within its growing church category – joining a wider network of more than…

Billionaire Lululemon Founder Pledges $75.8 Million To Protect Canada’s Wilderness

hip Wilson, the billionaire founder of athleisure giant Lululemon Athletica, announced Thursday he and his wife, Summer, have pledged $75.8 million—a bit less than 2% of his net worth—toward buying hundreds of acres of wilderness to protect…

Utah Wants to Build the World’s Longest Gondola

The proposed gondola will sit at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon and carry passengers to stations located at the base areas for both resorts, approximately eight miles up the canyon. By contrast, New Mexico’s…

Mount Kilimanjaro climbers can share slope selfies in real-time thanks to new Wi-Fi

High-speed internet service has made it to Mount Kilimanjaro, meaning climbers can now use their phones to help with navigation and post on social media as they ascend Africa’s tallest mountain. The state-owned Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation…

US Trail Running Conference Announces Climate Champions of the Trail Running Community Contest

Estes Park /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – As part of this year’s US Trail Running Conference, Brooks is supporting a “Big Pitch” contest for race directors and organizers across the United States to submit events for a chance to be a…

Intelligentsia Cup Remains Largest Competitive Road Cycling Event in America

August 16, 2022 Chicago, IL /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ Intelligentsia Cup remains the largest competitive road cycling event in America with more than 5,400 entries for the 2022 season, including riders from 17 countries and 42 states. The 10…

SweatWorks Ranks No. 1,219 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 Annual List

ARLINGTON, VA August 16, 2022 – /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ Today, Inc. revealed that SweatWorks is No.1,219 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look…

Keystone RV recalls more than 20,000 towables

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2022 Dutchmen Aspen Trail, Coleman, Colorado, Voltage, Yukon, Keystone Carbon, Cougar, Hideout, Montana, Outback, Passport, Raptor, Retreat, Springdale, Sprinter and 2022-2023 Keystone Bullet travel trailers. The electric retractable…

Epic Camping Fails

We’ve all made mistakes in the outdoors. It’s just part of the journey. Maybe you packed two left climbing shoes, booked the wrong campsite or forgot the cooking fuel. REI collected the best blunders from…

Can an NFT Get More People Outside? The Outerverse Passport Aims to Find Out.

There’s a lot of zeal, debate, and confusion about NFTs right now, and for good reason. Any explanation of the technology behind them is, for most people, either a rapturous affirmation of the internet’s finally…

Keystone RV workers given notice of plant closure in Goshen

Some 150 workers at a Keystone RV plant in Goshen learned they will be out of work in September. Employees were given a letter Monday morning. Despite information coming from employees, Keystone has not yet offered a…

Northgate Resorts Transforms Hospitality Creek Campground & Swim Club Into Jellystone Park

Northgate Resorts has acquired Hospitality Creek Campground & Swim Club and is converting it into a Jellystone park. Once complete, the campground will be New Jersey’s only Jellystone Park Camp-Resort. The campground currently has 233 campsites, including two cabins…

RV Investors Buckle Up for Bumpy Ride

The disruption to normal travel patterns was undoubtedly a boon for the RV industry. Shares of leading manufacturer THOR Industries and dominant retailer Camping World Holdings more than doubled and tripled, respectively, from the start of 2020…

Roberts Resorts Plans to Invest $43M at Three RV Resorts

Roberts Resorts plans to invest more than $43 million over the next three years to improve and expand three RV resorts and one tiny home community northwest of Houston. RVBusiness

National Park Visitor Spending Pumped $42.5B into Economy

The Department of the Interior announced that visitor spending in communities near national parks in 2021 resulted in a $42.5 billion benefit to the nation’s economy and supported 322,600 mostly local jobs. RVBusiness

GoDigital Acquires Eastern Mountain Sports, Bob’s Stores

GoDigital Media Group LLC has acquired Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS), an outdoor apparel brand and retailer, and Bob’s Stores, a retailer of apparel, footwear and workwear from U.K.-based Frasers Group plc. Inside Outdoor

Appalachian Trail Hiker Falls Off Cliff, Dies

On May 29, Paul “Grandmaster” Classen fell from one of the most photographed places in Virginia and later died from his injuries. Classen, 23, fell 50 feet from McAfee Knob, which juts from the summit of…

25-Year-Old Woman Gored by Bison at Yellowstone National Park

According the officials, the woman, along with two other people, were well within the 25 yard distance requirement. The victim was within 10 feet of the animal. Bison have injured more people at Yellowstone than…

Thoughts on Outside’s Layoffs, Outdoor Media, and Adventure Journal

Anyone who is surprised by the news that Outside is reducing its stable of magazines and laying off approximately fifteen percent of its staff was not paying attention. Adventure Journal

Camping World Declares Quarterly Dividend

Camping World Holdings, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors declared a regular cash dividend of $0.625 per share on the Company’s Class A Common Stock. Payment is expected to be made on June 29,…

Spartan® RV Chassis Introduces Premier Drive™ with all new Independent Front Suspension for Industry’s Best-in-Class Ride and Handling

Spartan® RV Chassis, a go-to-market brand of The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF), today introduces Spartan Premier Drive™, a single, comprehensive and proprietary chassis system designed specifically for Class A RV luxury motorcoaches and engineered to…

American camping expert Big Agnes opens European headquarters

merican camping and outdoor gear brand Big Agnes has opened a new European headquarters in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, to help service the market in the Benelux, France, Scandinavia and the UK. By the end of…

Airstream Owners Can Fire Up the Barbecue Season With This Fast-Firing Foldable Grill

Outdoors equipment company Weber launched their Traveler foldable grill last year, one of the more clever offerings in this segment. RV and camper maker Airstream found it interesting enough to adapt it to connect to…

Camping World: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Camping World Holdings Inc. (CWH) on Tuesday reported first-quarter net income of $44.7 million. The results missed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.29…

Dick’s Sporting Goods And Public Land Pilot In-Store Buy-Back Program

Dick’s Sporting Goods and Public Lands, its new specialty outdoor retailer concept, will pilot an in-store buy-back program for select hard outdoor gear (including hard and soft goods) in select markets. SGBMedia

How The Ski And Snowboard Industry Is Changing In 2022 (And What Comes Next)

Over recent seasons, we’ve seen developments in sustainability, especially on the resort level; the business side of lift ticket sales; technology, including how we navigate the mountain; avalanche and backcountry awareness as more people took…

Garmin’s Record Quarter Boosted By Sports Watches

Garmin reported a record $1.17 billion in first-quarter revenue, a 9% year-over-year increase from $1.07 billion. Strong demand for outdoor adventure watches helped spike 50% revenue growth for the technology company’s outdoor segment, reaching $384.6…

KOA Reports a Record 57 Million Households Camped in ’21

With more than 9.1 million first-time campers last year, one-third of them said that COVID-19 was the impetus to try camping. This growth has resulted in campers booking their campsites much earlier in the season,…

Dometic reveals new camping and outdoor sub-brand Dometic GO

Leading RV industry name Dometic has revealed a new sub-brand called Dometic GO, which encompasses products for camping, car camping and general outdoor use. Dometic says its Dometic GO products will enable people to effortlessly…

New subscription service for RVers finds and automatically books campsites

For a subscription fee of $14.95 each month, RV owners can tap into Arvie to scour the internet for available campsites at nearly 5,000 campgrounds. Not only can Arvie find an available site and notify…

Pro Surfers Say Vlogs Have Become a Necessary Evil

For every successful vlog, there’s 500 more lying shivering, unfed and unwatched in the dusty corners of YouTube’s nuclear-powered server. The mix of personality, live surf action, and timely content relies on an unknown, and…

Outside Interactive, Inc. Releases Final Episode of Passion & Purpose, Exclusive Video Series Featuring Olympic Alpine Skier Mikaela Shiffrin

BOULDER, Colo. /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/- Outside Interactive, Inc., the world’s leading creator of outdoor content, today released the fifth and final episode of its documentary series featuring the three-time Olympic Gold Medalist and four-time Overall World…

West Slope Unveils New Line of Innovative Packs Designed for Outdoor Adventure

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. (April 19, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ West Slope, the company dedicated to reimagining how to make spending time outdoors better, today introduced a new line of packs that gives outdoor adventure enthusiasts unrivaled access…

Former Jay Peak President Sentenced in Fraud Debacle

Bill Stenger will serve 18 months and pay a $250,000 fine for his part in the fraud that tarnished the Vermont resort’s good name. Outside Business Journal

The Quietest Parks in the U.S.

Similar to the International Dark-Sky Association’s efforts to protect and preserve the night skies from light pollution, Quiet Parks status helps protect places largely lacking noise pollution. In 2019, QPI gave the first Quiet Park award…

Camping World Expands into RV, Marine Furniture Business

Lincolnshire, Ill.-based Camping World Holdings Inc. (CWHI) has entered the RV and marine furniture business sectors with its Allure and other acquired legacy brands that are supplying both OEMs and dealers direct and available to…

As Running Sales Continue to Sprint Ahead, REI Is Making a Bigger Play for the Category

The retailer said on Thursday that it is continuing to invest in a multi-year strategy that builds upon recent category growth. According to REI Co-op, customer demand for running and fitness products has doubled since the…

It doesn’t take a lot of exercise to fight depression, study says

The meta-analysis, published Wednesday in the journal JAMA Psychiatry, looked at 15 studies involving over 190,000 people to determine how much exercise was needed to reduce depression. Adults who did activities equivalent to 1.25 hours of…

The Dyrt: 60% of RVers Say Gas Prices Will Affect Plans

The Dyrt, a leading app for camping with the most active online camping community, has found that record-high gas prices in the U.S. will affect the plans of more than 60% of RV and other…

RVIA Analysis Shows Need for More Campsites, Amenities

With the completion of the first-ever Campground Industry Market Analysis, the RV Industry Association (RVIA) has compiled a comprehensive report that details the availability of campsites and campground amenities at federal, state, municipal and private…

Two-Thirds of Campers Plan to Take at Least One Camping Trip this Year

The new Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Monthly Research Report indicates that nearly two-thirds (64 percent) of campers expect to take a camping trip this year. With 50 percent of campers indicating they have already booked…

Major RV and boat maker Winnebago says it now has a $4.4 billion worth of orders in its backlog as demand continues to rise

Winnebago Industries’ towable RV backlog is now sitting at $1.87 billion while its motorhomes are back $2.21 billion and its marine products almost $278,000. The backlog of towable RVs has been recovering the fastest, but…

Lazydays RV Announces Plans to Open New Dealerships in Surprise, Arizona and Wilmington, Ohio

Lazydays, The RV Authority®, announces new dealership locations in Surprise, Arizona to serve the western Phoenix metropolitan area, and Wilmington, Ohio which is strategically located between the Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton metropolitan areas. The Company expects the new dealerships to open in the second quarter…

Netflix drops trailer for Barack Obama’s national parks documentary series

On Tuesday, Netflix dropped its trailer for Our Great National Parks, a five-part nature documentary series about the wildlife found in national parks across the globe. The narrator? Former President Barack Obama himself. The show is just…

Winnebago is First RV Brand to Produce 500,000 Motorhomes

The 500,000th motorhome is the popular Revel, a model introduced four years ago that embodies Winnebago’s continuous innovation and proven ability to meet customers’ evolving needs. RVBusiness

RVshare Appoints Co-Founder of Qunar, a Chinese Online Travel Platform, and Former Dentalcorp CMO to its Board of Directors

RVshare, the largest peer-to-peer RV rental marketplace, welcomes Fritz Demopoulos, a co-founder of Qunar, one of China’s largest online travel platforms, and Reetu Gupta, former Chief Marketing Officer of Dentalcorp (DNTL.TO) to its board of directors. PR Newswire

Ford to Ship ‘Incomplete’ Explorers Due to Chip Shortage

Ford Motor Co. is working to get dealers and customers their Ford Explorers sooner by shipping some units without rear seat controls for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning, a company spokesperson told the Detroit Free Press…

Ford, PG&E to test electric truck as power source for homes

Ford and the California utility will test the ability of Ford’s new F-150 Lightning EV to send power flowing back to a house and connect with the grid. Automotive News

Roamly crosses major milestone, books over $40 million in premium in the last 12 months

Global insurtech for embedded insurance surpasses $40 million in premium following a strong year of growth, as sales for its new RV insurance product increased by 222% Roamly, the insurtech for embedded insurance in the travel and…

Lazydays Holdings, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2021 Financial Results

Lazydays Holdings, Inc. (“Lazydays” or the “Company”) (NasdaqCM: LAZY) announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 and commented on how business and key initiatives were progressing in the first…

As fuel prices rise, RV owners may spend 30% more on fuel this year than in 2021

An RV Industry Association spokesperson told WSBT that the worry is not on the production of RVs or the demand, but they do expect travelers to limit how far they go. High fuel prices and the…

More National Parks are Requiring Time Entry Passes

RVers and camping enthusiasts who plan to visit some of the nation’s most popular national parks this summer may need to reserve more than their campsites. Campers who do not already have a reservation for…

New RV shipments now projected to slow as year progresses

The RV Industry Association is still bullish on the number of units it will sell in 2022. It pulled back a bit from early projections that it would again top 600,000 shipped units. The group’s…

Longtime St. Augustine Ocean Grove RV Resort sold to hotel investors Key International

Key International — the development parent company of Embassy Suites — has purchased the Ocean Grove RV Resort for a sale price of $15.1 million, in cooperation with partners Wexford Real Estate Investors. St. Augustine Record

‘The shine came off once I bought it’: RV sales surged due to COVID, and not everyone is thrilled

A large number of Americans became RV owners during the pandemic. Many are happy with their purchase and the sales show no sign of slowing, but there are some owners who note that rising travel costs…

Solar-loaded Ford PHEV camper van powers low-emission adventures

Scotland’s Campervan Co was one of the first companies out there to specialize in hybrid camper vans, and now it’s expanding its lineup with the all-new Eco Evolution. Still in the prototype stages, the new camper…

Nissan partnered with a camper van maker to create a tiny home on wheels available in Germany this summer — see inside

Nissan’s European arm announced its partnership with European camper van maker Dethleffs to turn the Nissan Primstar van into a tiny home on wheels, the Seaside by Dethleffs. Nissan will be rolling out its latest…

RVIA Report: Monthly Shipments Continue to Set Records

Last year saw month after month of record-setting shipments, finally culminating in a total of 600,240 wholesale shipments, an all-time record. In January, manufacturers reported a total of 53,290 units shipped, an increase of 16…

Outdoor Retailer Confirms January Show Still On, Masks Mandatory

In an open letter entitled ‘Looking forward to seeing you in Denver on Jan. 26,” Outdoor Retailer show organizers said they have no current plans to cancel Outdoor Retailer Snow Show 2022 amid a surge…

Active Lifestyle Stocks Churn Out Robust Gains in 2021

With many companies seeing benefits from changed behaviors due to the pandemic, the vast majority of active lifestyle stocks soared to new heights in 2021. Of the 79 stocks in the active lifestyle space tracked by SGB…

Colton RV Acquires Pocono RV, Expands into Pennsylvania

BUFFALO, NY – Colton RV, a family-owned RV dealership serving Western New York, announced today (Jan. 4) the acquisition of Pocono RV Sales and Service, adding brands including Entegra Coach and expanded inventory by Keystone, Dutchmen and…

Scientists see troubling signs in humans spreading Covid to deer

Humans have infected wild deer with Covid-19 in a handful of states, and there’s evidence that the coronavirus has been spreading among deer, according to recent studies that outline findings that could complicate the path…

Massive ‘Outdoor Recreation Archive’ Houses Thousands of Gear Catalogs From the ’60s to Today

The vast library of steadily growing gear catalogs offers a wealth of insights into the outdoor recreation industry’s cultural, commercial, and ecological impacts from the early 20th century forward. GearJunkie

RV Shipments Set A New November Record

Results for the RV Industry Association’s November 2021 survey of manufacturers determined that total RV shipments ended the month with 49,135 units, a new record for the month of November and an increase of 15.6%…

AAA: More than 109M Americans to Travel for the Holidays

More than 109 million people — an almost 34% increase from 2020 — will travel 50 miles or more as they hit the road, board airplanes or take other transportation out of town between Dec.…

Lazydays Holdings, Inc. Director Purchases $1,371,930.00 in Stock

Lazydays Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LAZY) Director Coliseum Capital Management, L bought 69,500 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, December 8th. The shares were acquired at an average cost of $19.74 per share,…

Winnebago Industries Releases 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Dec. 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, published its 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report. The report features baseline data to support the company’s recent…

Wash. KOA Sold for $10.3M, to Become Warehouse

South Dakota-based Recreational Adventures Co., which owned and operated the KOA, sold the 8.1 acres in April to Lift Partners, of San Francisco, for $10.3 million, according to King County property records. Lift Partners is…

The Auto Industry Is Buzzing About Solid-State Batteries — Here’s Why

Imagine what it would be like if EVs could deliver a range of 500 to 600 miles, charge up as quickly as you can fill a fuel tank, and cost even less than today’s gas-powered…

These Overlanding Trailers Are Light Enough to Tow With a Motorcycle

Light, agile, and feature-rich, the Earth Traveler Teardrop Trailers are perfect for overland adventures. These trailers offer exceptional build quality, and smaller vehicles can easily tow them. They’re expandable with pop-up tops and tents to…

Camping World Declares Quarterly Dividend

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill., November 22, 2021 – Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (the “Company,” “Camping World,” “we,” “us” or “our”), announced today that its Board of Directors declared a regular cash dividend of $0.50 per…

Helicopter Rescues Entire Expedition From World’s 7th-Highest Mountain

On Sunday, a 23-member trekking expedition and two other tourists required rescue at Dhaulagiri base camp (15,091 feet), with helicopters evacuating 17 Nepali expedition staff and eight visiting hikers to nearby Jomsom, Nepal, Mt. Everest Today has reported. GearJunkie

Facemask Sales Surging, Becoming New SKU

And even though some mask restrictions might be waning, with the ongoing Delta surge many companies are still seeing sales rise. And the stigma of masks has received a facelift as well, with balaclavas and…

New Economic Report Showcases Outdoor Recreation Economy’s Strength & Resiliency During Difficult Year

The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released economic data for 2020 on outdoor recreation’s powerful and positive economic impact on the U.S. economy today. These new numbers show outdoor recreation generates $688 billion in economic output,…

Client Sues Climbing Guide for Dislodging Fridge-Sized Block, Letting Go of Rope

One man is suing a climbing guide and Canada’s mountain guide association for alleged ‘negligence and breach of contract’ that lead to a near-fatal climbing accident this summer. GearJunkie

20 people, 3 dogs rescued from Oregon RV park amid flooding

A storm supercharged by an atmospheric river of rain doused the Pacific Northwest on Friday. The U.S. Coast Guard used two helicopters and one rescue swimmer to pull 12 people to safety Friday morning, the…

RV PRO Celebrates ‘40 Under 40’ Award Winners in Vegas

RV PRO took the stage Monday night at the 2021 RVDA Convention/Expo to host its inaugural ‘40 Under 40’ awards ceremony at Paris Las Vegas, recognizing the top up-and-coming industry professionals. Click to see the…

Report: Outdoor Rec Industry Worth $688B in Economic Output in 2020

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis on Tuesday released its annual report on the outdoor recreation’s impact on the U.S. economy today. Despite a very tumultuous year in 2020 caused by COVID-19, outdoor recreation still…

New report shows first decrease in outdoor industry’s economic power since 2012

The report, “Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account, U.S. and States, 2020,” measures the value of the outdoor economy at state and national levels. The report highlights a 19 percent decrease in outdoor-related GDP-add from 2019 to 2020,…

Cotopaxi CEO ‘Desperate’ to Stop Facebook Scam Ads

Cotopaxi cautions consumers about a recent uptick in fraudulent ‘Cotopaxi Outlet’ ads appearing on social media platforms. This isn’t the first time faux sellers have emulated a major brand claiming to sell quality products at…

I’ve lived full-time in my van for years. Here are the 10 worst parts that no one talks about enough.

When it comes to the picture painted by hashtags and social media, just know the image is far from complete. Here are 10 of the major downsides to van life no one mentions. Yahoo! News

Jellystone Park’s Sales Up 47%, Franchisees Expand

Through September, sales are up 47.4% over last year, which saw a 10% jump, even though the Covid-19 pandemic delayed park openings. This will be the 15th straight year the family camping and entertainment brand…

It’s No Secret, Camper Numbers Up in Western States

From 2014 to 2020, states — excluding Alaska and Hawaii — saw a 39% increase in occupancy for reservable campsites during peak season, according to the report. Western states saw a 47% increase during the…

Forest River RV Expanding into Noble County with Hundreds of New Jobs at New Facility

One of the largest RV manufacturers in North America, Forest River RV, is expanding to Ligonier, Ind., and expects to bring about 500 new jobs to Noble County, in northeast Indiana, over the next few…

Outdoor industry sales numbers grew moderately in Q3, despite headwinds

Many outdoor-focused, publicly traded companies fell short of Wall Street’s projections for revenue and income growth in the third quarter, but they still posted decent numbers—especially considering that supply chain congestion worsened in the period.…

Lost Hiker Ignored Search-and-Rescue Calls Because Phone Said ‘Unknown’

A hiker, lost near Colorado’s highest peak, kept hitting the ‘decline’ button on calls from an unknown number. Answering the phone could have saved a lot of trouble for all parties involved. GearJunkie

$11M Invested in Camping App The Dyrt to Nearly Double Team Size

PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 19, 2021 – The Dyrt, the No. 1 camping app with the most active camping community in the world, recently closed an over-subscribed Series B round of funding led by Realization Capital Partners.…

Research Reveals 30 Percent of Pets Camp with Their Families

To make it safer and healthier for pet parents to hit the road with their canine companions in tow, Embrace Pet Insurance, a top-ranked insurance provider for dogs and cats in the United States, has partnered with Kampgrounds…

These outdoor brands are turning customer stories into marketing gold

Story-based marketing is hot right now. Three new campaigns from The North Face, Houdini, and Kari Traa show how outdoor companies are leaning into the trend. Outside Business Journal

GoPro Appoints Shaz Kahng to Board of Directors

Kahng brings a wealth of executive experience to GoPro’s board – her career highlights include holding several leadership roles at Nike, including Global General Manager of Nike Cycling and President/CEO at Lucy Activewear. PR Newswire

On-The-Go Water From Air? Watergen Introduces RV Atmospheric Water Generator

The “Watergen ON Board” water-from-air generator is scheduled to be available through certain Camping World locations across the U.S. in the spring of next year. The pricing and other markets are yet to be announced. Watergen…

Outdoorsy partners with Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon to help travelers savor a variety of healthy, chef-inspired meals

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Outdoorsy, the most-trusted online RV rental and outdoor travel marketplace, has teamed up with Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon to turn traditional campground cooking on its head with a wide variety of 40 delicious…

This Luxury Motorhome With Mercedes-Benz Tech Shows What German Design Is All About

You’re probably already familiar with motorhomes based on a Mercedes Sprinter chassis, but this model is more than that because it combines a Mercedes chassis with top-of-the-line German interior design, which gives it a unique flavor.…

KOA: Over 6.3M Hispanic Households Camped in ‘20

Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15) with the release of the 2021 Latinx Camping Snapshot, which highlights the continued growth of camping popularity among U.S. Latinx audiences. Latinx campers…

REI launches REI Cooperative Action Fund to scale investment in the outdoors

SEATTLE, Oct. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — REI is launching a new community-supported public charity to harness the collective power of its 20 million members to fight for a more equitable and inclusive outdoor community. For the first time…

New YETI ad blasts billionaire space race led by Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos

Go outside. That’s the message behind YETI’s new billboard sending rockets full of shade at billionaires like Elon Musk. The Austin-based company posted a bright new billboard outside its downtown Austin storefront. The message sends…

Jayco Goes Overlanding With New Sprinter-Based Terrain Camper Van

The Indiana-based RV manufacturer is well-known for a plethora of sizable motorhomes and travel trailers, but the van featured here is something different. Technically a Class B motorhome, this camper trades campgrounds and RV parks…

Endurance Sportswire Launches Sportswire Women, First Press Release Distribution Service for the Women’s Sports Industry

San Diego, Calif. – September 29, 2021 /SPORTSWIRE WOMEN/ — Endurance Sportswire, Inc., the press release distribution company specifically for the running, cycling and triathlon industries, today announced its third niche press release service Sportswire…

Vail Resorts Sees 29 Percent Gain In Earnings In Fiscal Year

Vail Resorts Inc. reported results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended July 31, 2021, which were negatively impacted by COVID-19 and related limitations and restrictions, and reported results of season-to-date season pass sales.…

VW Says It Still Won’t Sell Camper Vans in America Despite RV Craze. Here’s Why

Why won’t VW entrust its eggs to the camper van basket by offering the California in the States, or spearhead its EV transition with a pop-top ID.Buzz? And now that everyone in America seems to have…

Brella Brella Brings High-Fashion Women’s Rainwear to the Outdoors

Webster, NY, SEP 23, 2021 – Rainy weather should never keep you from the outdoor adventure you love. Now you can take on wet conditions while looking great in the new Brella Realtree WAV3® fashion…

Camping World Partners With Major League Baseball

Camping World said its Good Sam services segment has entered into an agreement with Major League Baseball to be the presenting partner for the 2021 American League Division Series (ALDS) and the 2021 National League…

World’s largest tree wrapped in fire-resistant blanket as California blaze creeps closer

As flames crept closer to California’s cherished sequoia trees firefighters took an unusual step to protect them, wrapping the giant bases in fire-resistant blankets. The KNP Complex fire – which consists of two lightning-sparked blazes…

2021 Hershey RV Show Draws 61,320, 2nd Best Ever

Hosted by the Pennsylvania Recreation Vehicle and Camping Association (PRVCA) Sept. 15-19 at the Giant Center in Hershey, Pa. – and officially titled “America’s Largest RV Show” – attendance for the five-day event was 61,320. It’s…

‘Tourist tax:’ Oregon State Park campsites to cost 25% more for out-of-state RV travelers

Senate Bill 794 imposes a 25% surcharge on non-residents who camp in RV sites at 56 campgrounds from the Oregon Coast to the Wallowa Mountains. The fees apply to everything from small pop-up trailers to Airstreams…

Backpacker brings aboard new gear editor

Benjamin Tepler—a Vermont-based journalist whose work has appeared in various national publications, including Outside, Food & Wine, and Sunset—has joined the staff of Backpacker (owned by OBJ’s parent company) as assistant gear editor. OBJ

IFSC issue second apology of season to climber for objectification in broadcast

The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) says it condemns the objectification of the human body after being forced to issue a second apology of the season to Austrian climber Johanna Färber for images broadcast…

Margaritaville Hits The Road With Camp Margaritaville, Collection of RV Resorts

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Margaritaville has found that paradise is where you park it. Following the success of Camp Margaritaville Pigeon Forge, TN and Lake Lanier, GA, the global lifestyle brand is announcing additional Camp Margaritaville RV Resort openings,…

Dometic Acquires Igloo in $667 Million Deal

In a $677 million deal announced today, Dometic — an RV appliance and electric cooler-maker — will acquire U.S.-based Igloo, the iconic manufacturer of coolers and drinkware. This marks Dometic’s eighth acquisition in 2021, including Cadac, maker…

Dometic Acquires Cadac International

Dometic entered into an agreement to acquire Cadac International – a provider of barbecues and accessories to the vehicle-based outdoor market. Net sales of Cadac in 2020 were approximately €17 million, or approximately $20 million. RV-PRO

Yellowstone National Park Sets August Record for Visitors

The park had more than 920,000 recreational visits in August, surpassing its previous busiest August on record, in 2017, when crowds came out to watch a solar eclipse. NYT

Camping World’s Lemonis Eyes Path to $1B Net, to Start E-Commerce Site

Camping World Holdings Inc. (CWHI) Chairman and CEO Marcus Lemonis and 16 members of his management team yesterday (Sept. 14) laid out an aggressive vision for the company to reach $1 billion in adjusted earnings…

Guides Just Had Their Worst Season Ever in the Cascades

ast week, the three commercial guiding companies on Washington’s 14,411-foot Mount Rainier did something they’d never done before: canceled the climbing season outright with weeks left to go. Stormy weather routinely thwarts summit climbs throughout the season,…

Hershey, America’s Largest RV Show, Kicks Off Wednesday

More than 1,200 new RVs moved into the Giant Center in Hershey last week for the 52nd Annual America’s Largest RV Show, Sept. 15-19. The five-day event features RVs from the small pop-up camper to the luxurious…

VANLIFE: Redtail Overland pops up a $20k carbon fiber rooftop “tent”

Among a host of other glamp-ready features, the hard-sided carbon fiber add-on has its own electricity and heat. On top of that, you can crawl into it through your sunroof — no need to venture…

Supply Side, Shipping And SUP Sales Soar But Inventory Low

With the pandemic leading to growth in participation in paddlesports, no category has seen more uptick than stand-up paddleboards (SUP), especially inflatables. But while they require a modicum of balance to use, those in the…

Retiring its racist name, historic Squaw Valley resort will become Palisades Tahoe

The historic Squaw Valley ski resort near Lake Tahoe will be renamed Palisades Tahoe after its owners determined that the term “squaw” was offensive to Indigenous women. The new name — meaning steep, high cliffs…

Texas-Based RV LIFE Network Has Hit 1.5M Members

As the RV industry continues its upward trend, RV LIFE, an RV-focused software and media company, announced today (Sept. 9) that it has surpassed 1.5 million members. RV LIFE’s network includes tools like the ever-popular RV…

Columbia Sportswear Company Appoints Troy Sicotte President of the Mountain Hardwear Brand

PORTLAND, Ore.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM), a leading innovator in active outdoor apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment, today announced the appointment of Troy Sicotte as President of the Mountain Hardwear brand. Sicotte is well-known…

Columbia Sportswear Company Appoints Monica Mirro President of the prAna Brand

PORTLAND, Ore.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM), a leading innovator in active outdoor apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment, today announced the appointment of Monica Mirro as the President of the prAna brand. Mirro will lead…

Dick’s Sporting Goods Goes Green, Launches Outdoor Sub-Brand Under Nonprofit Arm

The Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charity, started its Public Lands brand to benefit camping and outdoor access. Its new Public Lands Fund partners with 10 environmental nonprofits. This fall, the first two Dick’s…

Athleta Expands Its REI Co-op Partnership by 130 Stores to Hit $2B in Net Sales by 2023

Athleta has expanded its wholesale partnership with REI Co-op. With the expansion, the women’s activewear label will now deliver a curated selection of products in 135 of the outdoor retailer’s doors, as well as online.…

Travis Campbell acquires Eagle Creek

VF Corporation announced today that Travis Campbell, the company’s former president of emerging brands, has acquired Eagle Creek from VF for an undisclosed amount. The sale includes all Eagle Creek assets and liabilities. It does…

Caravan Salon 2021: 185,000 visitors, an excellent result showing a strong sign of recovery

The 60th edition of the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf ended yesterday, September 5, and it is therefore time to take stock: 185,000 visitors and 653 exhibitors from 31 countries, who presented their innovations and trends in the…

Land ‘N’ Sea Switches Dealer Trade Shows to Virtual Format

Land’N’Sea officials have cancelled the physical Land ‘N’ Sea Dealer Shows in Las Vegas and Ohio due to the continued resurgence of Covid‐19 and rising effects of the various emerging variants. The ‘in-person’ shows will…

RVIA: RV Shipments to Reach 600,000 Units in 2022

According to the Fall issue of RV RoadSigns, the quarterly forecast prepared by ITR Economics for the RV Industry Association, year-end 2021 RV shipment will range between 567,000 and 587,400 units with a most likely year-end…

A new breed of RV park brings travelers together by putting an emphasis on panache.

Few RVs and RV parks offer the sort of luxuriously pared-down, Scandinavian-influenced style that has given birth to websites like Cabin Porn and transformed so many rundown motels in the Catskills. But the RV park…

Fires Could Change Trail Running As We Know It

The fire danger for Grey Rocks Trail Race in Washington – among the dozens of other axed races in the state – came amid the historic heatwave in the Pacific Northwest. It created hot, dry…

COVID Vaccine Now Required for Everest Base Camp Trekkers

Last week, local authorities from the Khumbu Pasanglhamu Rural Municipality of Solukhumbu district—which is the region that surrounds Everest—announced that only travelers who have been fully vaccinated will be allowed in the Khumbu for the autumn…

How tech is transforming the outdoor industry

ehind the scenes in the outdoor industry, technology is ever-present and increasingly powerful. Are you up to speed on the latest developments? OBJ

Volkner pulls out all stops on Bugatti-stowing $7.7-million motorhome

In the past, we’ve seen Volkner edge out its few competitors for “most expensive motorhome of the Düsseldorf Caravan Salon” honors with stretched luxury homes as “modestly” priced as $1.7 million. This year, it leaves the…

California Has Closed All Its National Forests to Preserve Fire Resources

More than 1.7 million acres—and counting—of US Forest Service-managed land has burned in California this year. Nearly 7,000 wildfires have erupted throughout the state. The Caldor Fire is, even now, bearing down on South Lake Tahoe…

Patrick Adds Tumacs Covers

Patrick Industries, the Elkhart, Ind.-based supplier and manufacturer of marine and RV accessories and components, announced today that it completed its acquisition of Tumacs Covers. The same as previous acquisitions, Patrick will operate Tumacs as…

Alterra Acquires Purcell Heli-Skiing in British Columbia

Alterra Mountain Company announced that it has closed on the purchase of Purcell Heli-Skiing in British Columbia, Canada. The business and ski tenure will be incorporated into the company’s premier mountain experience, CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures, adding…

Athlete sponsorship programs are broken. Here’s how we can fix them.

Today, controversy accompanies everything from how athletes are selected, to their role in hitting a brand’s DEI targets, to the contracts they sign. As that equation becomes more critical to the success of outdoor brands,…

Portland-based camping app founders working remotely from U.S. campgrounds for a year

Four years after they launched the camping app The Dyrt, Sarah Smith and Kevin Long spent more than a week working from a camper van in the driveway of their Portland home. It was practice for…

Go RVing Partners on ‘The Addams Family 2’ Sequel

Go RVing is teaming with Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM) to promote “Addams Family 2”, available in-theaters and via at-home viewing beginning Friday, Oct. 1. Go RVing produced a new commercial in Wyoming using RVs to…

RV Values in Wholesale Market Continue to Set New Records

The wholesale values of RVs continue to set records in the latest analysis from Black Book, which publishes a family of vehicle appraisal guides. For Motor Homes (including Class A, B and C), the average selling…

THOR Industries Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Girl Scouts of the USA

ELKHART, Ind., Aug. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — THOR Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) has entered a two-year partnership with Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), the preeminent leadership development organization for girls grades K-12. The partnership underscores THOR’s continued commitment to promoting inclusivity in the…

Fresh Off $120M Funding Round, Outdoorsy Makes Pivotal Hire And Debuts Roadmap For Rapid Expansion Of Insurtech Business, Roamly

Following the company’s latest investment, Roamly is on the fast track to becoming a revolutionary RV insurance provider, with international expansion to Canada and additions to its claims business AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Outdoorsy, the most-trusted global…

Slew Of Acquisitions Leads To Changing Face Of Paddlesports

There has been a changing of the guard of sorts in the paddlesports category in the past few years, with new CEOs and companies behind such venerable brands as Hobie, Jackson Kayak, Confluence Watersports Kokatat,…

Czech Runner Dies From Falling During UTMB’s TDS Race In Chamonix

The Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc race organization reported that a male runner from the Czech Republic competing in the 145-km TDS race died after suffering a bad fall and serious injuries. The accident occurred at the…

Park City Resort Closes Backcountry Gate For Safety—Controversy Ensues

Gate Ninety-Nine 90, a popular access point for sidecountry skiing at Utah’s Park City Resort, has been permanently closed. Last winter, two skiers were killed there in two separate incidents, and, after much deliberation, the…

Go RVing RV Owner Demographic Profile

Among the findings, the study found RV ownership has increased over 62% in the last twenty years with a record 11.2 million RV owning households, split almost equally between those over and under the age…

Newmar President Matt Miller To Retire

Winnebago Industries, Inc. announced the planned retirement of Matt Miller, President, Newmar Corporation, effective September 3, 2021. Miller started his career at Newmar in 1991 and has been President since 2006. The Street

4 Stocks to Make the Most of a Sustained Demand for RVs

The demand for RVs looks set to continue as people resort to it as a convenient way of spending time with family and fulfill their traveling needs. This seems then a good time to invest…

Four Points RV Resorts Adds 3 Jellystone Parks to Portfolio

The Lake Charles, La.-based company recently acquired two Jellystone Park locations and converted a third campground into the Yogi Bear-themed franchise network in time to catch the summer camping season. Four Points is eager to…

Popular National Forests Across Country Closing Due to Fire, Drought

Fire resources are stretched thin, and to protect the safety of firefighters and to prevent further blazes, the forest service insists these steps are necessary. See the list of the national forests that are closed…

Gregory’s Sales Climb 34 Percent in First Half

Samsonite International S.A.reported first-half revenues of the Gregory brand increased by 33.6 percent on a currency-neutral basis while those of High Sierra decreased by 31.7 percent year-over-year. Net sales for Gregory improved to $32.7 million from…

Camping World Holdings Doubles its Regular Dividend Going Forward

The Company’s regular dividend will increase from $0.25 per share to $0.50 per share on a quarterly basis, and from $1.00 per share to $2.00 per share on an annualized basis. Businesswire

Patagonia dumps Jackson Hole ski resort after far-right fundraiser

Patagonia will no longer supply Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, its largest single customer in the Jackson Hole area, with its products after a resort owner hosted a fundraiser for the right-wing House Freedom Caucus. WyoFile

‘Free Solo’ Star Alex Honnold Is Coming to Disney+ With a Climbing Docuseries

Alex Honnold is climbing again, this time for a Disney+ docuseries from National Geographic. The streaming service has greenlighted the three-part On the Edge with Alex Honnold with the subject of the Oscar-winning Free Solo. It sees him embark…

EarthRoamer HD: Explore the Wilderness on Board a $1.7 Million Mansion on Wheels

No matter how far away into the wilderness you travel, you still get to enjoy 5-star hotel levels of comfort during your adventure in this vehicle. Autoevolution

Camping World Starts Rollout of “Home on Wheels Improvement”

The Design, DIY and Renovation Centers will include bath, kitchen, flooring, furniture, mattresses, cabinets, countertops, lighting, bedding, appliances etc., along with a wide choice of SKUs from top brands such as kathy ireland®, Thomasville and…

Will Outdoor Retailer stay in Denver?

A show that’s nowhere near capacity isn’t sustainable for an event operator, especially a publicly traded one. The focus is now on delivering a bigger and better Outdoor Retailer Snow Show in January. Find out…

Your next North Face jacket may be made of wood pulp

The North Face has reached an agreement with textile material company Spinnova to develop new, sustainable, high-performance textiles. Created from wood pulp, Spinnova’s bespoke fiber is reportedly tough, insulating, and “zero percent harmful” to the…

Camping sector growth gives Johnson Outdoors a major boost

Outdoor recreation equipment giant Johnson Outdoors has the growth of the camping industry to thank for a large portion of the increased sales and earnings it has reported in its third fiscal quarter results. The…

Digital Era Media Launches Canadian RV Buy and Sell Marketplace

Digital Era Media, producers of MyDealers.ca and Canada’s most popular boat buying and selling website BoatDealers.ca, unveiled the latest addition to their digital marketplace portfolio: RVDealers.ca.

Creative Products Group Acquires Fasteners Unlimited

Creative Products Group (CPG) is acquiring Fasteners Unlimited. Fasteners Unlimited, which also operates under the name Blue Star Supplies, is located in South Haven, Mich. Operating for nearly 29 years, they have provided products to the RV…

A $50,000 camper that turns the Tesla Cybertruck into an RV has hit $80 million in preorders

Lance King, the CEO of Stream It, a software and artificial-intelligence company is now pivoting to create attachments that can turn Cybertrucks into a pop-up tiny homes on wheels. Yahoo! News

How RV rental agencies and camps are navigating the pandemic road trip surge

Before the pandemic, the RV industry gained renewed popularity with “Van Life” then took off exponentially as the American highway became a place to work, play, and isolate. International travel is complicated right now, but…

Research reveals why people pick certain campsites

Those in love with the outdoors can spend their entire lives chasing that perfect campsite. New University of Montana research suggests what they are trying to find. Valley Journal

Hiking Shoe Sales Are Climbing Fast, Especially Online — and Merrell Is Leading the Charge

Sales of outdoor footwear climbed $299 million for the 12 months ending May 2021, The NPD Group Inc. senior sports industry adviser Matt Powell revealed yesterday during the Outdoor Retailer Summer show. The mark is…

Automotive, environmental trade groups join newly launched EV charging coalition

The Alliance for Automotive Innovation has joined a newly formed coalition of 23 other members representing automakers, union workers, electrical utilities, environmental groups and advocates who are pushing for the construction of an EV charging network nationwide.…

Turnstone Group, Blue Vista Capital to Acquire RV Parks

Turnstone Group, a leading RV park investor in the United States, announced a joint venture today (Aug. 10) with Blue Vista Capital Management, a Chicago-based real estate investment manager, to recapitalize its 8-property RV park…

Alterra Mountain Company Names New President and COO of SVAM

Alterra Mountain Company announced today that Dee Byrne has been named President & COO of Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows (SVAM) based in Olympic Valley, California, effective immediately. Dee has worked in the ski industry for over 30…

Vail Resorts Names New CEO

Vail Resorts, Inc. announced that Kirsten Lynch will be appointed chief executive officer and elected to the Company’s board of directors, effective November 1, 2021. Lynch joined Vail Resorts in 2011 as chief marketing officer and…

Lightning eMotors, Forest River Reach Multi-year Agreement on Clean Buses

Lightning eMotors, a provider of specialty commercial electric vehicles for fleets, and RV manufacturer Forest River, entered into a strategic partnership agreement to deploy up to 7,500 zero-emission shuttle buses. RV-PRO

Alberta has sold more than 40,000 passes for camping on public land since June

But some wonder if the pass has achieved its intended benefits. CBC More than 40,000 passes have been sold for camping on public land since the province implemented the fee in June — but some…

Two new directors join the Thor Industries board

One of the world’s biggest RV companies Thor Industries has announced that Christina Hennington and Laurel Hurd has joined its board of directors. Camping Trade World

The biggest mistakes beginners make when traveling in an RV, according to a couple who drove to all 50 states in one

Many newbies to RV life don’t do enough research before they buy their new home. Business Insider

Dick’s Sporting Goods Gambled on a New Experiential Retail Concept and It’s Already Paying Off

Its first House of Sport outpost featuring 17,000-square-foot turf field and running track, a rock-climbing wall, a batting cage, golf hitting bays and a putting green is reporting weekly visits are 93.5% higher than at…

Snow Peak rethinks the traditional campground with 25-acre ‘Campfield’ concept

The gear maker’s newest venture is a campground in Washington state that’s modeled after existing sites in its home country of Japan and honors the brand’s ethos of connecting consumers with nature. OBJ

Emerald Reports First Quarter 2021 Losses

For the first quarter of 2021, Emerald reported revenues of $12.9 million compared to revenues of $99.7 million for the first quarter of 2020, a decrease of $86.8 million, or 87.1% due to the COVID-19…

Newell’s Outdoor & Recreation Segment Delivers 28 Percent Growth In Q2

Newell Brands Inc. reported its Outdoor & Recreation segment generated net sales of $453 million in the second quarter compared with $353 million in the prior-year period, a gain of 28.3 percent. The Outdoor &…

Deckers Beats on Q1 Earnings, Raises Fiscal ’22 View

Net sales surged 78.2% to $504.7 million during the quarter, and handily beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $398.2 million. Its HOKA ONE ONE brand net sales increased 95.5% to $213.1 million during the reported…

Wolverine Sees Trends Accelerating Toward Hiking, Run And Work

Led by Merrell and Saucony, Wolverine Worldwide’s second-quarter results came in well above Wall Street estimates. In the quarter ended July 3, revenue jumped 81.0 percent to $631.9 million, topping Wall Street’s consensus estimate of…

Patrick Industries Revenues and Earnings Soar in Q2

RV and marine supplier Patrick Industries reported net sales in the second quarter of $1.2 billion, driven by continued growth in the leisure lifestyle and in housing, the company said. That’s a net sales increase of $596…

Allison Transmission Announces Second Quarter 2021 Results

The company’s net income was $110 million, 18 percent of net sales, and up over 375 percent year-over-year. Year-over-year results were led by an 84 percent increase in net sales in the North America On-Highway…

Go RVing Campaign Releases 2020 Annual Report

Go RVing, the industry marketing campaign created to educate the American public about the joys of RVing and supported by the RV Industry Association and the RV Dealers Association, has released it annual report. Check…

Glamping Park Development Using Kickstarter to Fund Project

The 4.2-acre property that will become El Jet’s Cantina + Sky Outpost sits at the confluence of the Gunnison and the Colorado Rivers, just west of downtown Grand Junction. WCM

RV Retailer Acquires Blue Dog RV

RV Retailer LLC (RVR) announced today (July 28) the acquisition of Blue Dog RV. Blue Dog RV operates 12 stores in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Nevada, Montana, California and Pennsylvania, according to a release, and the acquisition is…

A Self-Professed Sweater Explores the Science Behind Stink

In her new book, ‘The Joy of Sweat,’ Sarah Everts answers all of our writer’s questions about perspiration. Outside

The Greatest Solo Climber You’ve Never Heard Of: Watch ‘The Alpinist’ Trailer

One elusive solo climber is stepping into the spotlight. And he isn’t holding back. Watch a trailer of what could be one of the best climbing films of the year. GearJunkie

Garmin Q2 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates

Garmin posted revenues of $1.33 billion for the quarter ended June 2021, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 23.87%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $869.87 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four…

Living Vehicle Launches Pro-EV Camper Trailer With Gobs Of Solar Power

Using solar power as its primary source of off-grid energy, the new Living Vehicle Pro-EV camper trailer comes with 3,520 W of solar power with 57.6 kWh of energy capacity connected to a 20kW hybrid…

The RV Vacation Meets Glamping as More Americans Embrace Outdoor Trips

In a growing field of outdoor hospitality, a new collaboration is giving the often folksy #vanlife crowd a luxe way to escape. A handful of glamping retreats around the U.S. now cater to Outdoorsy’s RV renters…

‘Luxury’ race will be among most expensive on earth

A new ultramarathon race is being launched which gives them luxury few could afford – including butlers, hydrotherapy pools, speed boats and Michelin-star chefs. Highland Kings Ultra is a four-day camping race covering 120 miles…

Airstream and Pottery Barn Launch Special-Edition Camping Trailer

Following the launch of a collaborative line of trailer decor and accessories earlier this year, Airstream and Pottery Barn have upped the ante with a special-edition travel trailer that’s fitted with homey wares and products. Car…

RV Market Suffering Same Shortages Plaguing Many Industries

The pandemic forced factories that make RVs to shut down temporarily. When they came back online, manufacturers faced supply chain issues that continue to this day. Shortages from lumber to furniture and appliances are keeping…

Virtual RV Event Gears Up for Fifth Annual Rendition

Full-Time Freedom Week, the largest virtual consumer RV event since 2017, is back Sept 20- 24 for its fifth annual event with more than 25 educational and inspirational presentations about the RV lifestyle for vacationers,…

LKQ Reports Q2 2021 Revenue Rises 30.8% Year Over Year

LKQ Corp., parent company of NTP-STAG, reported second quarter revenue of $3.4 billion, up nearly 31 percent over Q2 last year. RVBusiness

13,000 pornographic videos found: Former Colorado Mountain Club HR director charged with felony stalking and voyeurism

Eight past CMC employees have filed a formal civil complaint against the club, alleging that leadership didn’t do enough to protect them from sexual exploitation. OBJ

Dude Runs Entire Pacific Crest Trail in 51 Days

Timothy Olson covered all 2,650 miles of the PCT in a mere 51 days, finishing last week (well, 51 days, 16 hours, and 55 seconds, to be precise). If the time is confirmed, it’s the…

RV Industry’s June Shipment Report Concludes Record-Setting Quarter

Results for the RV Industry Association’s June 2021 survey of manufacturers determined that total RV shipments ended the month with 50,706 units, an increase of 25.3% compared to the 40,462 units shipped during June 2020;…

Kelley Blue Book: Electrified Vehicle Sales Spike 201% in Q2

According to an analysis of Q2 2021 data from Kelley Blue Book, sales of pure EVs surpassed 100,000 units in the quarter – a first – and hybrid sales were over 250,000 units. Sales of…

Indiana RV manufacturers get Michigan grants

Recreational Vehicle manufacturers Cruiser RV and Heartland Recreational Vehicles have received economic development grants from the State of Michigan in support of two new manufacturing campuses in Sturgis which are expected to support 450 new…

Would you rather sleep in an Airstream than a tent? Glamping sites are ramping up across the US

AutoCamp Cape Cod opened in April in partnership with Boston-based developers Blue Flag Partners and the latest from California-based AutoCamp, a luxury Airstream glamping company, which began in 2013 in Santa Barbara, just before the glamping – that is,…

Leisure Days RV Group rolls into summer expansion mode with acquisition of dealership, campground

Ottawa-based Leisure Days RV Group is further expanding its Canadian operations with the acquisition late last month of a new dealership, Hiemstra Trailer Sales in London, Ont. The purchase of the firm, which has been…

Tom Hanks Selling His Custom Airstream With 24 Years Of Movie History

It was his personal trailer during filming for countless blockbuster movies since 1993. The trailer will cross the auction block with Bonhams during the Quail Lodge Auction in Carmel, California on August 13.

Turtle Fur hits the selling block

The 39-year-old outdoor accessories brand has hired an advisory firm and is actively soliciting a strategic buyer to take it “to the next level.” OBJ

The Trouble With Bike (and All Outdoor) Apparel

This documentary is an interesting look into the manufacturing process and how a brand that cares about profits and the environment figures out how to have the best of both. Adventure Journal

Younger travelers fuel boom in RV ‘glamping’ amid pandemic

This summer, many people are swapping those small tents for spacious RVs to elevate their experience in the great outdoors. And four out of five bookers on RVShare last year were new to their RV…

A Hot Fitness Trend Among Olympians: Blood Flow Restriction

Some athletes in Tokyo are indulging in a trendy technique to enhance the effects of training and stimulate recovery. NYT

Wholesale RV Values Set New Records, But Increases Slowing

“The values of used RVs sold at wholesale auctions rose across the board once again last month. Consumer demand continues to be red hot, and dealer inventories remain far below average,” said Eric Lawrence, principal…

Google Maps Suggests Hiking Routes on UK Peaks That Are Pretty Much Fatal

Ben Nevis is, at 4,413 feet, the highest point on the island of Great Britain. But that diminutive height doesn’t mean it’s a simple hill. The name in Gaelic translates roughly as “malicious mountain.” There…

Three athletes ruled out of Tokyo 2020 after testing positive for COVID-19

Thousands of athletes set to compete at the Games are yet to arrive at the Village, and Tokyo 2020 President Seiko Hashimoto admitted earlier this week athletes are “probably very worried” about coming to Japan.…

Audio Tech Startup Resonado Labs Announces $3M in Capital

Resonado Labs, an audio technology startup that is featured on the Airstream Interstate 24X, announced today (July 20) the closing of its Series-Seed venture capital round at $3 million, bringing the total raised to date to…

How to Watch the Tokyo Summer Games

When, how, and what to tune in for running, cycling, sport climbing, surfing, and more. Outside

RBFF Fishing Study Finds Spike In First-Time Fishing Participants

A new study from the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) found first time fishing participants climbed to 4.4 million in 2020, a surge of 42 percent year-over-year. SGMedia

As Remote Work Grows In Popularity, RVer Job Exchange Offers Opportunities Beyond Traditional Workcamping

With the acclaim following Nomadland’s release and awards received, the world has learned a bit about the often-overlooked RV lifestyle and the people who enjoy it. Though workcamping and seasonal jobs, as depicted in the film,…

REI drops its first full feature film, “Camp Yoshi”

Back in May, REI announced its latest venture — REI Co-op Studios film company. The studio’s first project was its short film series, “The Trees Remember.” Now, it’s debuting a full feature film, highlighting a Black family in…

It’s Tradeshow Time…But Is The Paddlesports Industry Going?

Two of summertime’s biggest tradeshows for paddlesports are just around the corner, The Big Gear Show and Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, with iCAST at the end of July. But after a hard-fought year during the…

80 large fires have consumed more than 1 million acres across western parts of the US

There are currently 80 large wildfires raging in 13 states across the US, burning more than 1 million acres, mostly in western states, according to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC).

Canada will open its borders to fully vaccinated Americans on Aug. 9

Calling all campers and travelers, Canada will open its borders to fully vaccinated Americans on Aug. 9 the Public Health Agency of Canada has said.

Foam Shortage Affects RV, Other Industries

Foam is in short supply nationwide, causing delayed deliveries for a myriad of products made with the padding, including furniture, mattresses, vehicles, boats, RVs and appliances, USA Today reported.

Athletes to sleep on ‘anti-sex’ cardboard beds at Olympic Games amid COVID

Jury still out if this is true or not, but how can we not publish! The world’s best sports competitors are set to spend their nights on cardboard beds — allegedly designed to collapse under…

Smith and Koroyd file joint lawsuit against Burton over helmet technology patent infringement

The eyewear/headwear icon and one of its ingredient brand partners accuse the snowsports giant of improperly using their patented technology in certain Anon-branded snow helmets. OBJ

Olympic athletes will hang medals on their own necks

Athletes at the Tokyo Olympics will hang medals around their own necks in a bid to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach said Wednesday. Axios

Could Thru-Hiking Be Bad For Your Health? A New Study Makes a Troubling Find.

When Tom Heinbockel decided to make himself into an experiment, he didn’t expect the results to change the way he looked at hiking. He certainly didn’t expect it to change his health for the worse.…

Todd Spaletto Discusses Dick’s SG’s Bold Outdoor Push

Dick’s Sporting Goods, last fall, confirmed it would launch a new retail concept, Public Lands, to explore “white space” in reaching outdoor enthusiasts. By December, outdoor industry veteran Todd Spaletto was hired to lead the…

The Best Campground in Every State

With more campers than ever expected to hit the outdoors this summer, Outside asked its writers and editors for their favorite unique sites across the country, tapping into a wealth of local intel and expertise.

Remote Vacations Are On the Rise, but Not the Way You Think

Results from a recent survey by VacationRenter found that half of the survey’s 1,027 respondents had taken a remote getaway, the majority having stayed in a cabin around one to three hours away from their homes. And almost…

With Recent Acquisitions, Pelican Ushers In New Era Of Paddlesports Consolidation

Just 18 months after its December 2019 acquisition of Confluence Outdoors, whose brands include Dagger, Perception, Wilderness Systems, Wave Sport, Mad River Canoe, Harmony Gear, and Boardworks, Pelican purchased Advanced Elements in June. Pelican, a…

A closer look at the PR feud between Liberty Oilfield and The North Face

When an oil company targeted The North Face with a tongue-in-cheek marketing campaign accusing the brand of hypocritical climate activism, it served as a reminder of the contentious—yet partially codependent—relationship between the outdoor and fossil…

Camping World and Overton’s to Launch Exclusive Collection of Nautica Marine, Water and Outdoor Products

Camping World announced the launch of Nautica branded products for the marine, water and outdoor marketplace. The new assortment of Nautica branded marine furniture and water recreation equipment, which is exclusive to the U.S. and…

Western Fires Burn Over 300K Acres Across 6 States

More than 300,000 acres are burning across six states across the western United States on Sunday as the region battled yet another brutal heat wave that shattered records and strained power grids. USA Today

Inside The Call: Hydro Flask Recaptures Robust Growth In Q1

Hydro Flask resumed its strong growth rate in the first quarter ended May 31 after being disrupted by changing behaviors and store closures during the pandemic, according to the quarterly report of its parent, Helen…

Oros Outerwear Gets $14.5 Million in Funding

Oros, a Portland, Ore.-based technical outerwear brand, has received $14.5 million in a Series A funding round led by Elizabeth Street Ventures and Enlightenment Capital. Also participating in the financing are entrepreneur Thomas Tull, the chairman of…

Hipcamp sees opportunities, familiar challenges in quest to bring sharing economy to camping

The arrival in Canada of a new service for connecting private landowners with campers is bringing the sharing economy to a new category of user. But as ride-sharing and room-sharing did before it, campground-sharing is…

Japan to Declare State of Emergency 16 Days Ahead of Tokyo Olympics

Officials from the Japanese government, the International Olympic Committee, and Tokyo organizers will meet Thursday or Friday to discuss how to proceed with spectators at the Games. Women’s Running

Grizzly bear attacks and kills bicyclist camping in Montana

A grizzly bear attacked and killed a bicyclist who was camping in a small western Montana town early Tuesday, authorities said. The bear had previously wandered into the area where the victim was camping and left…

Country Camper Announces Connecticut Expansion Project

Country Camper has announced plans to build a state-of-the-art RV dealership in Newtown, Ct. The 31,000-square-foot facility will be situated on 22 acres and will feature 14 service bays, a large parts display areas, and…

Camping World Continues Expansion With Vermont Acquisition

Camping World Holdings Inc. announced a land acquisition agreement for TC’s RV dealership in St. Albans City, VT. The acquisition is anticipated to close later this summer. The property will undergo a full renovation and…

Connected Camping: The Travel Trend Bringing Work to the Great Outdoors

Camping and RV rentals are at record highs, and with improved Wi-Fi, a lure for those who can work where they choose — but is it the last hurrah? Good Housekeeping

This national park is turning away visitors due to overcrowding

Imagine traveling across the country to visit one of the most stunning national parks in the United States only to find it’s too crowded to get inside. The influx of visitors is forcing the park to…

What Eagle Creek’s Shutdown Spells For The Travel Luggage And Adventure Travel Markets

While VF Corp.’s decision to shutter travel luggage brand Eagle Creek this fall came as a blow to its employees and its founders for the adventure travel category, it’s hardly a death knell for the…

Is marijuana a performance-enhancing drug? The best evidence says no

Weed isn’t going to help you win the Olympic Gold. One of America’s top sprinters, Sha’Carri Richardson, won the women’s 100-meter event at the U.S. track and field trials in June. She was set to…

RV LIFE Acquires RV Masterclass Educational Platform

RV LIFE Network, an RV-focused consumer software and publishing company, has acquired the educational platform RV Masterclass. The aquisition adds five educational RV Masterclass Signature Courses and dozens of articles to RV LIFE Network’s growing network…

Missouri man’s family sues Winnebago over RV steps failure

The family contends the defect was known to both Lippert and Winnebago because of numerous complaints made to both companies, and was so prevalent, a secondary market was created by companies making kits to repair…

Dog spotted in crate strapped to back of RV in B.C. heat wave seized by SPCA

Numerous motorists spotted a distressed German shepherd in a crate strapped to the back of a travelling RV on a B.C. highway last week amid blistering temperatures. The BC SPCA said Friday the RCMP was…

Indiana’s parks and preserves land $57M in upgrades

Indiana’s state parks, forests and trails—long starving for cash and maintenance—will receive a $57 million boost this year that includes money for improvements at nearly 50 state properties and the first new state park inn…

Winnebago grapples with a ‘year’s worth of demand’ in backlog

The company is planning to invest in ways to increase production to keep up with demand, but CEO Michael Happe noted that supply chain constraints are currently holding back “operations from reaching full production capacity.”…

Flash Flood Rips Through Zion National Park, Forces Road Closures

Work crews are cleaning up areas of Zion National Park today after a heavy downpour Tuesday afternoon left parts of the park in shambles. More than an inch of rain fell in an hour in…

REI Co-Op Reveals a $250,000 Investment in the National Park Foundation to Fund Women’s Fire Corps Crews

REI said its investment will support crews in Yosemite and Grand Teton National Parks, which will enable people to receive firefighting experience and training. This latest investment is part of an ongoing partnership with the…

Wholesale RV Values Climb to New Records

The values of used RVs sold at wholesale auctions rose across the board once again last month. Consumer demand continues to be red hot, and dealer inventories remain far below average,” according to Eric Lawrence,…

The First Electric Camper Van Is around the Corner

The London Electric Vehicle Company revealed renderings of what such a model could look like after partnering with camping vehicle specialist Wellhouse Leisure, and it’s headed into production at the end of 2021. Autoweek

A New Study Suggests Employee Wellness Programs Are Pretty Much Useless

Employee wellness programs neither make workers healthier nor save companies money, says new research out of Harvard and the University of Chicago. Inc.

Amazing Compact Camper Trailer Expands To Three Times Its Size

Beauer 3X camper trailer which, at a glance, may look like a small two-person caravan but it can actually expand to three times its size at the touch of a button. It takes about 60…

A Fit for Every Body: REI Co-op Announces Expanded Apparel Sizing

The retailer will soon offer up to women’s size 20 in a core group of activities. Yoga, hiking, snow sports, running, fitness, swimming, and cycling are at the top of the list. Not only will…

Canada Goose To Go Fur-Free By End Of Next Year

Canada Goose announced that it would end the use of fur in all its products. Through a phased approach, Canada Goose will end the purchase of fur by the end of 2021 and cease manufacturing…

Outdoorsy raises $120M to support accelerated marketplace growth and rapid expansion of insurtech division, Roamly

AUSTIN, Texas and NEW YORK, June 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Outdoorsy, the most-trusted global online RV rental and outdoor travel marketplace, announced today that it has raised $120 million in equity and debt financing. The $120 million raise includes a $90 million private placement equity round…

Grassroots Outdoor Alliance disavows pro deal platform ExpertVoice

In a position paper citing corruption and deception at the pro-deal service ExpertVoice, Grassroots advised its retail members to rethink their relationship with brands participating in the platform. OBJ

Camping with cannibas: Harrison campground welcomes weed

At 4:20 p.m. most afternoons, guests at Camp Laughing Grass gather around the pavilion for happy hour. Unlike most happy hour gatherings, however, you will not find low priced cocktails or discounted appetizers. Instead, you’ll…

Winnebago Sees Q3 Revenues More Than Double

Revenues for the Fiscal 2021 third quarter ended May 29, 2021, were $960.7 million, an increase of 138.7 percent compared to $402.5 million for the Fiscal 2020 period, and a sequential increase of 14.4 percent…

Green Theme Technologies Raises $3.5 Million in Series B Financing

Green Theme Technologies (GTT), a leader in creating sustainable solutions for the textile and fashion industries, announced the first close of its series B financing, resulted in hitting is goal of $3.5 million. Inside Outdoor

What Drought Means for Fishing in the Colorado River Basin and the West

Check out this Q & A about what the ongoing drought in the American West means for fishing in the Colorado River Basin, as well as other states suffering a similar parched summer. Adventure Journal

$27M Camp Cedar Forced to Delay Opening Again

Ohio’s Kings Island said the opening of Camp Cedar, the $27 million “luxury” campground and resort, has been delayed again due to construction delays, according to WYMT. The site, with room for RV travelers, park guests and other…

As offices shut down for Covid, workers bought vans and hit the road — and some don’t want to return

As vaccines roll out and states start to open up, some workers are returning to their offices, but for many of those who’ve adopted the van life, there is no end in sight to their…

Mobile hotel firm Cabana secures $10M in Series A funding

Cabana, a travel-tech startup offering a luxe mobile hotel experience, has secured $10 million in Series A financing bringing the company’s total capital investment to $15 million. Cabana has expanded its locations from the Seattle…

GoPro Announces New ‘Open GoPro’ API for 3rd Party Apps/Devices

GoPro has just announced a new open API for 3rd party companies/apps to use, called Open GoPro, allowing them to integrate with their cameras, starting with the GoPro Hero 9. The API (Application Programming Interface) allows…

2020 RV Industry Profile Now Available

The RV Industry Association’s 2020 RV Industry Profile has been released. The annual report provides a detailed look at RV production and shipment statistics, including historical comparisons of shipment data and unit dollar volume, as well…

Camping World Continues Expansion of RV Dealer Network in Ohio with Development Plans in the Greater Columbus and East Cleveland Areas

Camping World announced that it has executed purchase agreements for the planned development of two new RV SuperCenters on approximately 15 acres of land in Sunbury, Ohio and 15 acres of land in Madison, Ohio.…

AAA: 48M Americans Plan Independence Day Getaway

More than 47.7 million Americans will take to the nation’s roadways and skies this Independence Day (July 1–5), as travel volumes are expected to nearly fully recover to pre-pandemic levels. In fact, this will be…

Hobby announces lightweight BEACHY caravan range

The German caravan and motorhome manufacturer, Hobby, has announced a new, lightweight sub-brand called BEACHY for 2022 aimed at newcomers to caravanning. It says the BEACHY was inspired by sun, sea and sand – the…

In Mountain Towns, Locals Brace for Fire Threat From Adventure Travelers

In Mammoth Lakes, California, a town in the Eastern Sierra known for its skiing and outdoor recreation, tourism has been booming. The town’s residents are terrified. Adventure Journal

The New Trend Of Wanderlust, Work-From-Anywhere Digital Nomads

The same way people view remote work as gaining back freedom, there’s been a steadily growing movement of people traveling the U.S. in their recreational vehicles for work and pleasure. Forbes

Lemonis’ Camping World electric RV project hits a snag

After saying it has enough orders in place for the company’s Endurance truck to begin production. In a new filing with the Security and Exchange Commission, Lordstown admitted the purchase agreements it had in hand…

Cummins Investing $10.7M in N.C. Expansion

Cummins Turbo Technologies (a business segment of Cummins Inc.) is expanding its turbocharger manufacturing operations in North Charleston, N.C. A more than $10.7 million investment is expected to create 252 jobs, the company said in…

Stuck RV Dangling Over Cliff Leaves Owner Waiting A Week For Rescue

All vehicles have their limits, and a narrow mountain trail over a 400-foot drop is not where a 38-foot-long RV towing a car belongs. Motor1.com

Popular RVing YouTubers buying RV park; fans get first dibs on sites

John and Mercedes Condon were frustrated by their inability to find a decent campsite to use as a home base as they traveled the country, adding to the content on their “RV Odd Couple” website.…

U.S. Ski Resorts Saw 5th Best Year On Record in Terms of Skier Visits

A recent study released by the National Ski Areas Association said that some 59 million people visited U.S. resorts. The study also noted that small to medium-sized resorts (town mountains and lesser known resorts) had great…

Lifelong Exercise Adds Up to Big Health Care Savings

According to a new study of exercise and Medicare claims. It finds that people who start to exercise before or during middle age typically save anywhere from $824 to $1,874 annually on health care costs…

OIA Announces Board Of Director Election Results

The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Board of Directors annual election ended on May 28, 2021, with the Association’s membership electing two new and three returning Board members. Find out who is new, returning and leaving…

Injured campers paddle 6 miles to safety after bear mauling near Skilak Lake

Close to midnight, a bear charged them in their tent while they were sleeping. They had bear spray, but the bear charged too quickly for them to use it. KTOO

Here’s What Makes The Perfect Campsite, According To Research

Though what you look for might seem like a matter of personal preference, a new study by researchers at University of Montana found that there’s actually a pattern to what people look for in their perfect spot.…

56 Million People Planning an RV Adventure this Summer

According to a recent survey from Go RVing, the industry-wide marketing coalition, 31% of U.S. leisure travelers – 56 million people – are planning on taking an RV vacation this summer with 65 million planning an…

Lippert Acquires Specialized Metal Fabricator Trazcor

In addition to providing aluminum sidewalls to the North American RV industry, Trazcor also supplies custom fabricated products to the utility trailer and marine industries. RV-PRO

National Parks Are Overcrowded and Closing Their Gates

Southeast Utah is among the most popular tourist destinations in the U.S. with two national parks and millions of undeveloped acres. But visitors are increasingly spending more time sitting in their cars as they wait to access…

Lazydays Holdings, Inc. To Acquire Burlington RV Superstore

Lazydays Holdings announced that it has signed a letter of intent to acquire Burlington RV Superstore in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, strategically located between the Milwaukee and Chicago markets. Burlington RV offers a wide selection of RV brands including…

Nat. Park Visitor Spending Contributed $28.6B in 2020

The National Park Service announced that visitor spending in communities near national parks in 2020 resulted in a $28.6 billion benefit to the nation’s economy and supported 234,000 jobs. WCM

Eagle Creek to cease operations by late 2021

Eagle Creek, the luggage and backpack brand founded in 1975 and currently owned by VF Corporation, is slated to cease business operations by the end of the year. VF will discontinue the brand due to…

Yellowstone debuts electric driverless shuttle, ‘T.E.D.D.Y’

Each shuttle will have an attendant. Although they are driverless, attendants can take over operations at any time. According to the park, the goal is to understand how automated vehicle shuttle technology can be used…

CamelBak Recall: Choking Hazard Found in Water Bottle Caps

CamelBak is voluntarily recalling nearly 50,000 water bottles in North America due to a potential choking hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced today. The recall includes CamelBak’s Podium and Peak Fitness water bottles — specifically,…

The Best Type of Exercise? A Blood Test Holds Clues

a fascinating new study of more than 650 men and women suggests that the levels of certain proteins in our bloodstreams might foretell whether and how we will respond to various exercise regimens. NYT (paywall)

After Bite® Earns No. 1 Pharmacist Recommendation for Insect Bite and Sting Management for Third Consecutive Year

LITTLETON, N.H. (June 9, 2021) – As mosquito, bee and insect season ramps up, U.S. News & World Report and Pharmacy Times® recognize After Bite® as the No. 1 brand recommended by pharmacists for the…

THOR Set New Sales Record in Q3

THOR Industries reported record net sales of $3.46 billion during the recent quarter – an increase of 106 percent as compared to the third quarter of the last year. The company’s earnings per share for…

2021 Ford Bronco Pop-Up Camping Tent Announced by Ursa Minor Vehicles

2021 Ford Bronco Pop-Up Camping Tent Announced by Ursa Minor Vehicles – Ursa is the aftermarket parts company that specializes in converting the Honda Element and the Jeep Wrangler into more capable camping vehicles. Now,…

Thor Industries racks up $14 billion order backlog amid sustained RV demand

Thor Industries CEO Bob Martin said the company has a year’s worth of orders to fulfill as dealer recreational vehicle inventories continue to decline. CNBC

CRAFT Sportswear Expands Endurance Sports Footprint, Partnering with Spartan Trail and Tough Mudder

BOSTON, Mass. (June 8, 2021) – Swedish-based CRAFT Sportswear has expanded its relationship with endurance sports leader Spartan by adding its designation of official “performance apparel and footwear” partner of the brand’s Obstacle Course Racing…

Sporting Goods Giants Continue Seeing Record Numbers

Academy Sports reported its Q1 earnings Tuesday, highlighting a recent string of record-breaking quarters in the sporting goods industry. The company saw its highest-ever gross margin, increasing 89.2% to $563.7 million. Net sales jumped 39.1% year-over-year to…

Outdoorsy rolls into the accommodations space with investment and vision for creating bespoke campground properties with Collective Retreats

Outdoorsy is expanding its outdoor experiences portfolio by partnering with outdoor luxury accommodations operator Collective Retreats. The companies will work jointly to build a suite of offerings designed to cater to road travelers and guests…

Lazydays Holdings, Inc. Set to Join Russell 3000® Index

Annual Russell indexes reconstitution captures the 4,000 largest US stocks as of May 7, ranking them by total market capitalization. Membership in the US all-cap Russell 3000® Index, which remains in place for one year, means…

RVShare to Offer Rentals on GoCampingAmerica.com

The National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) has announced RVshare, a peer-to-peer RV rental marketplace, has officially joined the ARVC Integrated Partnership Program as an Elite Partner. The partnership will help expand RVshare’s lead generation by…

Growth-Minded Harvest Hosts Adds ‘Boondockers Welcome’

Harvest Hosts has acquired Boondockers Welcome, bringing together the two biggest organizations that connect RVers with private landowners for free overnight parking. Harvest Hosts provides access to businesses — often farms, wineries and museums — while Boondockers…

Wolverine Worldwide Expects Second Quarter 2021 Revenue To Exceed Second Quarter 2019

Wolverine World Wide Inc. said it expects second-quarter 2021 revenue to exceed 2019 levels due to better-than-expected trends across nearly all brands in its portfolio led by Merrell, Saucony and Sperry. SGBMedia

Vail Resorts Reports Fiscal 2021 Third Quarter Results, Early Season Pass Sales Results, and Provides Fiscal 2021 Outlook

Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) today reported results for the third quarter of fiscal 2021 ended April 30, 2021, which were negatively impacted by COVID-19 and related limitations and restrictions, reported results of early season pass…

$2.8B Plan to Expand Public Rec Access is Unveiled

The Departments of the Interior and Agriculture announced Thursday (June 3) their proposed Fiscal Year 2022 allocations of $2.8 billion in projects, grants and programs authorized in the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) to support…

Surge In Memorial Day Campers Points To Healthy Summer Season For KOA Campgrounds

Following the uncertainty of the COVID-19 Pandemic in 2020, and associated campground closures, Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) reports 80% more camper check-ins this Memorial Day Weekend. Even more impressive, check-ins for the KOA system…

Campspot Launches Mobile App in Time for Busiest Season Following 220% Increase in Bookings in 2020

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Campspot, the leading online marketplace for RV resorts, family campgrounds, cabins, glamping options and more, today announced the launch of a mobile app to make it even easier for campers to…

China bans ultramarathons and off-road races after 21 die in Gansu tragedy

China has issued a ban on all ultramarathons and off-road running races following the recent tragedy at the Huanghe Shilin Mountain Marathon at which 21 runners died on May 22. The General Administration of Sport…

New Survey Finds Campers Prefer RVing Over Tent Camping, Inspiring RVshare to Launch ‘Turn in Your Tent’ Program

Inspired by finding that almost two-thirds of campers prefer RVing over tent camping, RVshare launches ‘Turn in Your Tent,’ a new program calling campers to donate their gently-used tent in exchange for an RV experience.…

RVBlogger.com Founders Launch ‘RV Camping Magazine’

Mike Scarpignato and Susan McDonald, the originators of RVBlogger.com, launched a new digital publication June 1 called RV Camping Magazine. The new feature-length magazine will be a monthly periodical with free subscriptions to all RV enthusiasts. RVBusiness

Fastest Female Climber, Oldest American Return Safely from Everest’s Summit

Tsang Yin-hung, 45, of Hong Kong, set the record for the fastest climb from basecamp to summit by a woman—25 hours, 50 minutes. And Arthur Muir, at 75, became the oldest American to successfully scale…

RV Shipments Projected to Surpass 575,000 Units in 2021

Strong growth through the remainder of 2021 will push RV wholesale shipments to their highest historical total ever, according to the Summer 2021 issue of “RV RoadSigns,” the quarterly forecast prepared by ITR Economics for…

Alterra Mountain Company Names Jared Smith as President

DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Alterra Mountain Company announced today that Jared Smith has been selected as President of the mountain destination company, effective June 7, 2021. Smith will be responsible for operating and further developing the company’s Resort Division…

Clarus to Buy Australia’s Rhino-Rack for $198 Million

Clarus Corp. on Tuesday said it agreed to buy Rhino-Rack Pty. Ltd., an Australia-based maker of automotive roof racks and other accessories, for about $198 million in cash and stock. The Salt Lake City, Utah, maker…

Everything You Need to Get Started Overlanding

Want to go on a vehicle-based adventure this summer? Here’s where to head, what vehicle to take, and how to stay safe and comfortable while you’re out there. Outside

Evidence of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test may be required for Tokyo 2020 spectators

Domestic spectators could only be permitted to attend events at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games if they provide either proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test, it has been claimed. To date,…

Who are the new RV buyers?

The United States’ RV Industry Association (RVIA) has commissioned a survey of new American buyers to discover who they are, what they’re buying and their preferred destinations. Camping Trade World

RVezy Raises $19 Million in Venture Capital for RV Rentals

RVezy, a peer-to-peer marketplace for renting recreational vehicles (RVs) and campervans in North America, has raised about $19 million ($23 million Canadian dollars). The company, based in Ottawa and with 54 employees, began in 2017…

Wholesale RV Values Continue to Set Records

The average selling price for motorized units was $64,474, which is up $1,507 (2.3 percent) from the previous month. Towables came in at $22,214, up $393 (1.8 percent) from last month. One year ago, the…

Dometic Acquires Zamp Sol

Dometic has acquired Zamp Solar, a North American manufacturer of innovative and high-quality mobile solar power solutions for the outdoor market. In 2020, Zamp Solar’s sales were about $14 million with a good operating margin and…

A Controversial Climbing Season on Mt. Everest Nears its End

As the final summit bids wrap up and the seasonal monsoons arrive, Nepal is left to face an uncertain future as COVID-19 cases, and causalities are on the rise. And with all international flights canceled,…

Vista Outdoor acquires two companies, including an e-bike brand

Vista Outdoor, the parent company of CamelBak, Giro, Camp Chef, and others, has acquired e-bike maker QuietKat and the “hunt athleisure” brand Venor, adding to its portfolio of outdoor companies. OBJ

Co-op Studios: REI Takes Center Stage With New Production Company for Movies, Podcasts

REI Co-op announced it will launch an in-house content arm to produce films, podcasts, and editorial programs. The co-op already produces a quarterly magazine, storytelling podcast, and myriad how-to videos. But with the debut of Co-op Studios,…

The Best Time of Day to Exercise for Metabolic Health

Late-day exercise had unique benefits for cholesterol levels and blood sugar control, a study of overweight men eating a high-fat diet found. New York Times

Surfrider Foundation Releases Annual Clean Water Report to Protect Public Health at the Beach

Surfrider’s Blue Water Task Force test results revealed that 21% of samples indicated high bacteria levels that exceed water quality criteria, or Beach Action Values, set by each state to protect public health in recreational…

We Need More Campsites

A shortage of places to camp is hurting the environment and limiting diversity in the outdoors. But there are some innovative solutions on the table. Outside

Blue Water Development Expands Campground Management Portfolio to Maryland

Premier outdoor hospitality management firm Blue Water Development announced that it recently assumed management of two popular sister campgrounds owned by Sun RV Resorts in coastal Maryland: Frontier Town RV Resort and Campground in Berlin and Fort Whaley RV Resort and Campground in Whaleyville. PR Newswire

So you want to live the van life? How to calculate the costs

In movies and Instagram posts, living the van life can look as simple as selling your possessions and hopping in a van, but turning a vehicle into a home requires research and often a big…

Dealer Registration Now Open for RV Dealers Con/Expo

Registration for the 2021 RV Dealers Convention/Expo, set for Nov. 8-12 at Paris Las Vegas, is now open, the RV Dealers Association (RVDA) announced.

RECALL: Thule Tepui Hybox rooftop tents

A defect in certain Thule rooftop tents can cause the products to become detached from vehicles. OBJ

Consumer Demand For Camping Gear At All-Time High

Pattern, a global e-commerce research company, analyzed market demand for outdoor and camping supplies from 2019 through March 2021. Among its findings, monthly demand for camping gear, overall (tents, lanterns, backpacks, camp stoves) is up 25…

Forrest Street Partners Acquires Johnny’s RV Park in Mobile, Ala.

Forrest Street Partners now owns two RV parks in Alabama, after acquiring Johnny’s RV Resort, located in Theodore, near Mobile. The RV resort has 165 sites and seven cabins, plus a commercial building and pavilion housing other…

Renting Out Their RV Went From Side Hustle to Full-On Business That’s Brought in $25,000 in One Month. Here’s How.

Read how four RV owners from across the U.S. have turned a pandemic into a serious business opportunity. Entrepreneur

10 best RV resorts in the U.S., as voted by USA Today readers

A stay at these 10 luxury RV resorts, voted by USA Today readers as the best in the U.S, gives you the best of both worlds – the comforts of your own mobile home and…

KOA camping report forecasts nearly 18 MILLION campers over Memorial Day

Kampgrounds of America Inc. released results of its May KOA Monthly Research Report. It projects more than 17.8 million households will kick off the camping season over the Memorial Day weekend alone in the U.S.…

Florida, Alabama Elect Not to Renew Affiliation with ARVC

The Florida and Alabama Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (Florida and Alabama ARVC) today (May 21) notified the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) that it does not plan to renew its…

KOA Partners to Launch Campground Resale Prog.

The KOA Resale Program, in partnership with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Floberg Real Estate, will help franchisees navigate the intricacies of campground sales. As part of the KOA Resale Program, KOA will assist franchisees in evaluating…

Ford Takes in More Than 44,500 F-150 Lightning Orders in 48 Hours

As soon as Ford debuted the all-new, all-electric F-150 Lightning pickup, it offered interested customers a place in line for a refundable $100 deposit drumming up more than 44,500 reservations. What’s significant about the F-150 Lightning’s…

Ford’s Electric F-150 Set to Go On Sale Next Spring

Ford Motor has opened a major new front in the battle to dominate the fast-growing electric vehicle market. The automaker unveiled an electric version of its popular F-150 pickup truck called the Lightning. Ford’s F-Series trucks, including…

Dozens of Motorhomes Destroyed in California Storage Yard Fire

The blaze occurred near Canyon Lake, a reservoir in Riverside County southeast of Los Angeles, the county. Thirty to 40 recreational vehicles were destroyed and a firefighter received non-life threatening injuries, the Fire Department said. ABC7

Millions of Families Expected to Camp over Memorial Day

Despite climbing gas prices, consumers are eager to travel. Millions are expected to hit the road at the end of this month. New data from Kampgrounds of America’s May edition of the Monthly Research Report shows…

Outdoor Brand Snow Peak Opens a Restaurant?

Snow Peak has been making high quality outdoor equipment, mostly kitchen related, in Japan for 60 years. And now, if you’re in the Portland area, you can use some of those items at Snow Peak’s new…

Kathmandu taps Rip Curl boss for the group’s top post

The New Zealand-based holding company has named Michael Daly, who had led the Kathmandu-owned brand Rip Curl for the last eight years, as group CEO and managing director. OBJ

Under Armour Increases Its Minimum Pay Rate to $15 Per Hour

Under Armour announced up to a 50% increase in its minimum pay rate for hourly teammates in the United States and Canada from a minimum of $10 per hour to $15 per hour. As a…

‘Woodall’s Campground Management’ Refreshes Brand

Woodall’s Campground Management (WCM), a sister publication of RVBusiness, announced a rebranding that includes a shift to a new look and a new name, Woodall’s Campground Magazine in order to better market itself to a…

Survey Finds 56M People Plan to RV This Summer

A recent survey of leisure travelers, commissioned by the RV Industry Association and conducted by Cairn Consulting, found that 31 percent are planning on going RVing this summer. The survey also showed that RVing is a year-round…

Winnebago Has a New Tiny and Affordable Camper Van

The company just unveiled a new model, the Solis Pocket, which will be entry-level and relatively affordable, delivering substantial functionality within a small, urban-friendly footprint priced under $100,000. Gear Patrol

REI Welcomes ‘OXO Outdoor,’ New Camp Kitchen Offering Only at the Co-op

A sister brand to Hydro Flask, OXO Outdoor debuts exclusively at REI with products to tackle camp cooking and cleaning. GearJunkie

Thor Unveils Two New Tiny Camper Vans Called Rize And Scope

With all of the creature comforts on board, both vehicles have a gross vehicle weight rating of around 8,550 pounds (3,878 kilograms). Buyers have two floor plans to choose from for each vehicle, one with…

Patagonia tops reputation rankings

American outfitter Patagonia has topped the list as the brand with the best reputation according to the 2021 Axios Harris Poll 100 reputation rankings. Patagonia is the only apparel company to make it to the…

Leigh Perkins, Who Built Orvis Into a Lifestyle Brand, Dies at 93

In 28 years at the company’s helm, he turned a small mail-order fishing tackle shop into a sporting brand with stores all over the country. New York Times

A COVID Outbreak Is Plaguing Climbers on Everest

The COVID outbreak at Everest Base Camp continues to cause chaos on the world’s highest peak. At least two expeditions have packed up their tents and abandoned their climbs, and China officially canceled the season on…

RV Retailer, LLC (“RVR”) Announces Grand Opening of RVR University Training Center in Utah

RV Retailer, LLC (“RVR”) announced the grand opening of its second RVR University Training Center at its flagship 28-acre Sierra RV dealership campus in Utah. RVR also announced the launch of RVRU’s Tech Mentor Program…

Airstream Partners with Pottery Barn on Luxury Camper Decor

The collection of over 40 goods includes custom-fitted organic-cotton bedding, dinnerware, kitchen linens, barware, indoor/outdoor pillows, and even small accessories such as wine-bottle stoppers and travel games. Car and Driver

Japan expands coronavirus emergency ahead of Tokyo Olympics

Japan on Friday further expanded a coronavirus state of emergency from six areas, including Tokyo, to nine, as Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga repeated his determination to hold the Olympics in just over two months. Associated…

Lazydays RV founder’s Florida estate sells for $16.7 million

The sweeping Thonotosassa estate belonging to a co-founder of Lazydays RV dealerships has sold for $16.7 million. The sale closed on April 26, according to the Multiple Listing Service, for what is the highest sale…

Did you get a counterfeit copy of a popular RV book from Amazon?

A chronic problem with Amazon that has plagued authors and publishers for years has finally made its way to the RV industry. We’re talking about counterfeit books. RVTravel

‘Big Wall Bev’ Changed the Calculus of Women’s Climbing in Yosemite

In 1969, Beverly Johnson left school in the last semester of her geology studies for a more hands-on education in California granite, culminating with her historic first female solo of El Capitan in 1978. Johnson…

YETI Sales Explode With 42% Growth And 260% Increase In Net Profits

YETI reported a net sales increase of 42% for the first-quarter (Q1) of 2021 bringing total revenue to $248 million, compared to $174 million during the same period last year. Net profit increased from $8.5…

Merrell, Saucony Lead the Way for Wolverine Even as Overall Sales Fall Short of Expectations

For the three months ended April 3, revenues rose 16.3% to $510.7 million, compared with analysts’ expectations of $511.8 million. By brand, sales at Merrell improved nearly 25%, while Saucony surged close to 60%. Footwear…

Camping World Announces Acquisition of Boat-N-RV Superstore in South Carolina

The new SuperCenter will transition to the Gander RV and Outdoors brand and include a wide range of new and used RVs from top manufacturers in addition to a full assortment of RV and outdoor…

Lazydays Holdings to Acquire B. Young RV

Lazydays Holdings has announced it has signed a letter of intent to acquire BYRV Inc. and BYRV Washington Inc., collectively “B. Young RV”. B. Young RV has two dealerships located in Portland, Ore. and Vancouver,…

April Breaks Another Record for RV Shipments

The RV Industry Association’s April 2021 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month with 51,813 units – the most for any April on record and a more than 9 percent increase…

Storied La Ruta Mountain Bike Race Sells Out Field for 2021 Event

SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA (January 13, 2021) – Following the first cancelation in its 28-year history, organizers of the La Ruta mountain bike stage race have announced that the 2021 event, scheduled to take place…

Why Camping World Holdings Surged 84.1% in 2020

Shares of Camping World Holdings soared as the coronavirus pandemic caused people to get back to nature and away from the crowds. Nasdaq

Safety issues mount as skiers hit backcountry in pandemic

Skiers and snowboarders flocked to the backcountry almost immediately after resorts across the country shut down last spring because of the coronavirus. Associated Press

How Arc’teryx parkas and Salomon hiking boots became high fashion

Urban guys are wearing technical outdoor gear from brands like Patagonia, And Wander and the North Face. They look like they could summit Everest—but they’re probably just running to Starbucks. WSJ [paywall]

Every day that the National Parks are free in 2021

There’s no better way to celebrate these holidays than by exploring our public lands. Outside

Tokyo 2020 domestic sponsors agree to contract extensions for 2021

Although a poll finding that a majority of the Japanese public oppose holding the Games in 2021, organizers of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games have announced that all 68 domestic sponsors have agreed…

Americans exercised more in 2020, according to Strava

Strava reviewed data from more than 73 million users in 2020 for their year-end-report and found that despite working from home, social distancing and shelter-in-place restrictions, the virtual community became stronger than ever. ESPN

2020 Billabong Pipe Masters suspended due to Covid-19 cases

The WSL has decided to suspend the Billabong Pipe Masters presented by Hydro Flask competition as a result of positive COVID-19 tests within the WSL staff, including WSL CEO Erik Logan. Surfer Today

Why genetics is a poor predictor of athletic talent

You’ve probably heard people say some athletes have “the right genes” for running, but it turns out that’s not very accurate. Canadian Running

2020 SNEWS Retailer Survey results: Camping sales

136 independent outdoor retailers across the country responded to this year’s annual survey. Here’s how camping sales did this year, according to their responses. SNEWS

First Look: Apple’s new Fitness+ streaming workouts

Outside tests out a preview build of Fitness+, along with the numerous workout and health functions of the Series 6 Watch, which debuted in September.

California bans overnight stays in campgrounds

RV parks and other campgrounds in five regions of the state will be prohibited from accommodating overnight guests. RV Travel

9 “health” foods that can be very unhealthy

Check out these nine foods that have earned a healthy reputation, but can undermine your diet if you aren’t careful. PodiumRunner

The man who found Forrest Fenn’s treasure

The decade-long hunt captured the world’s attention, but when it finally ended in June, everyone still wanted to know: Who had solved the mystery? This week, as legal proceedings threaten his anonymity, a 32-year-old medical…

RVshare 2021 Travel Trend Report

In collaboration with third-party research company STR, RVshare analyzed consumer sentiment, travel behaviors, and internal booking data to identify the top travel trends and RV travel destinations for 2021. RVShare

Calif. parks essential, remain open under new orders

RV Parks and campgrounds can remain open under potential closures that California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced due to an uptick in cases of COVID-19. Campground Management

Dick’s join coalition to combat the sale of fraudulent goods

The Buy Safe America Coalition announced new members – Dick’s Sporting Goods, HP Inc., OpSec Security and Rite Aid. Inside Outdoor

The Great Spartan Games are here: Watch Episode 1 now

Despite the ups and downs of 2020, the Spartan Games are on. The lineup includes ultramarathoners, CrossFitters, swimmers, adventure racers, triathletes, and more competing for $100,000. Gear Junkie

Todd Spaletto tapped to lead new Dick’s Sporting Goods outdoor concept stores

The former group president of Wolverine Worldwide and global president of The North Face will lead the sporting goods company’s expansion into specialty outdoor retail. SNEWS

Camping World declares special dividend

Camping World Holdings Inc. announced that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $1.00 per share on the company’s Class A Common Stock and a cash distribution of 29 cents per common unit…

Why Plastics Shouldn’t Get a Pass: The Battle for Reusables in a Pandemic

The proliferation of single-use plastic this year due to COVID-19 has imperiled outdoor industry initiatives and given consumers tough choices. GearJunkie

‘Wall Street Journal highlights the rise of ‘Covid Campers’

After months of living under work-from-home measures and travel restrictions, many cabin-feverish Americans are looking for safe ways to work outside their house and see new places, too. They are turning to “Covid Campers”: specially…

RV’ing it across the country while running a business

Three productivity rules that allow this business owner to do it. Entrepreneur

2020 SNEWS Retailer Survey results, part 1: Sales volume

172 independent retailers across the country responded to this year’s annual survey. This is part one of a multi-part series. SNEWS

National Park Service faces $270M wrongful death claim after incident at Arches National Park

The family of a women’s rights activist from Uganda has filed a more than $270 million wrongful death and personal injury claim against the National Park Service after she was decapitated by an unsecured gate…

Ski resorts that you can rent out

If privacy and wide-open space are your main concerns this winter, then renting out an entire ski resort for the day with your pod is worth the splurge. Outside

Gregory’s Q3 revenues slide 13 percent, High Sierra’s tumble

Samsonite International S.A. reported sales on a currency-neutral basis were down 13 percent for its Gregory brand and off 70.2 percent at High Sierra. On a reported basis, Gregory’s sales reached $15.9 million against $18.0 million,…

Emerald appoints Hervé Sedky as President and Chief Executive Officer

Sedky brings three decades of experience including, most recently, six years as President of Reed Exhibitions Americas. Before that, he was an executive for 20-years at the American Express Company, where he held the title…

Lululemon to sell Mirror devices in stores, add community features

After acquiring the company over the summer, Lululemon will now offer Mirror devices at its stores across the U.S., beginning with 18 stores this holiday season. The athletics retailer is also introducing a range of…

What a Biden presidency means for the outdoor industry

With a shift in executive powers nearing, we will soon see big changes that could have great effects on the environment, the outdoors and the recreation economy. Read more on Forbes.

‘Worst Tourist in the World’ Banned From Public Lands

The man who Instagrammed multiple of his own public lands violations has now been banned from virtually all of them. Read more on GearJunkie.

Sun Valley Takes Gold In Prestigious Resort Awards

Sun Valley Resort, the fabled, prestigious and original North American destination ski resort, is proud to announce it has been named as the top ski resort in the 2021 Annual Ski Resort Awards by SKI…

RV and boat stocks fall out of favor on vaccine development

Investors are backing away from some outdoor camping, recreational vehicle and boating stocks after Pfizer announced 90% efficacy with its COVID-19 vaccine in a market-rattling development.

Emily Harrington breaks El Cap record with historical climb

After years of effort, the 34-year-old became the first woman to free climb El Cap’s Golden Gate route in less than 24 hours, and only the fourth woman to reach the top in under 24…

VF acquires streetwear brand Supreme

The parent company of The North Face has announced plans to add the direct-to-consumer streetwear company to its portfolio of brands. Read more on SNEWS.

Cold weather next challenge for fitness industry.

A chunk of the fitness industry has sustained itself amidst COVID-19 two ways: virtual workouts and outdoor offerings. The latter will become difficult — if not impossible — in much of the nation as fall…

Bike, Powder, Snowboarder, and Surfer magazines to cease publication indefinitely.

Four of the outdoor industry’s oldest print magazines—Bike, Powder, Snowboarder, and Surfer—will cease publication indefinitely this year, according to multiple sources at the brands’ parent company, A360 Media. Sierra Shafer, editor-in-chief at Powder, confirmed that staff members at all…

CamelBak® Introduces 50% Recycled Material into Spring 2021 Product Line

PETALUMA, Calif. (August 6, 2020)– CamelBak®, the global leader in award-winning personal hydration products, announces the introduction of Tritan Renew, a 50% recycled material, into the brand’s everyday bottle collection for the first time in…

Red Bull Heavy Water Returns to the Bay

San Francisco, Calif. (Sept. 17, 2019) – Red Bull Heavy Water, a highlight on the pro Standup Paddleboard circuit, is headed back to San Francisco after weather condition requirements were not met in 2018. The…

Hillsound Equipment Launches New FlexSteps Crampons

For Photos Click HERE Vancouver, BC (September 16st, 2019) – Hillsound Equipment, the leading producer of winter traction equipment and gaiters for outdoor enthusiasts, is excited to announce the launch of their FlexSteps crampons. The…

Mazama Designs Expands its Hands-Free Hydration Line

Bend, Oregon – January 31, 2019 – Mazama Designs, outdoor-products development company located in Bend, Oregon, recently announced the release of its new Kapka Multi-Purpose hydration backpack to complement their ever-growing arsenal of hydration solutions…

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