May 15, 2024

REI Workers Say Union Effort Has Prompted A Disciplinary Crackdown

Employers are free to punish workers for violating company policy, but not with the intention of ousting organizers or chilling a union drive. Whether such discipline is legal often boils down to whether or not it was meted out consistently to other workers in the past. REI denies it’s trying to...

May 15, 2024

Longboarding Could Be Included in the 2028 LA Olympics

Imagine the world’s best longboarders gliding down the point at Malibu, but instead of Malibu’s  typical Sunday afternoon summertime shit-show of drop ins and board traffic, just two surfers are in the water, and they’re surfing for Olympic medals. The IOC is currently mulling over a proposal by the International Surfing...

May 14, 2024

Organization’s unique wheelchair makes hitting the trails accessible to more people

For some, going on a hike can be as simple as throwing on some shoes and heading out the door — but for those who rely on a wheelchair to get around, a trail is impossible. Kevin Schwieger found that reality unacceptable. As a lifelong lover of the outdoors, Schwieger...

May 14, 2024

Boston man and 3 teens rescued while hiking ‘dangerous’ trail in N.H.

New Hampshire conservation officers rescued a Boston man and three teens he was leading on a hike Saturday night after the group found themselves unprepared for a “dangerous” trail in the White Mountains, according to the state Fish and Game Department. Jonathan Long, 26, was leading three teens aged 13...

May 14, 2024

Teva Partners with FP Movement on a Limited Edition Outdoor Footwear Collection

Goleta, California (May 14, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Teva®, heritage footwear brand and a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), is excited to announce a limited-edition summer adventure kit with FP Movement, Free People’s renowned activewear brand, launching this May. The collaboration will include a new take on Teva’s iconic...

May 14, 2024

Vasque Reinforces Partnerships with Outdoor Sports Marketing and Waypoint Outdoors

Red Wing, MN, May 14, 2024/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Vasque Footwear, with 60 years of experience delivering functional, durable footwear to millions of outdoor enthusiasts, is excited to announce significant advancements in its sales team partnerships with Waypoint Outdoor and Outdoor Sports Marketing (OSM). These strategic initiatives mark a milestone in Vasque’s...

May 14, 2024

Sea to Summit Launches New Canadian Website, Expands Direct-to-Consumer Experience

Perth, Western Australia (May 14th, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Sea to Summit, the globally recognized manufacturer of award-winning adventure equipment, is thrilled to announce the launch of their new Canadian website, providing outdoor enthusiasts nationwide with seamless access to the brand's entire line of high-performance gear. The dedicated platform ensures...

May 14, 2024

Arcade Introduces New Island Collection Supporting Maui Strong Fund

OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. - May 14, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Arcade (https://arcadebelts.com), a brand founded on the belief that belts could be designed to function better, last longer, and be more comfortable, today introduces the new Island Collection. This new collection consists of four different belts, each was designed to...

May 14, 2024

For Nepali Guides on Mount Everest, Daily Life Is Full of Danger

very year, a vast ecosystem of Nepali mountain workers helps hundreds of climbers ascend and then descend Mount Everest. In 2024, approximately 1,500 of these guides, porters, cooks, rope fixers, and expedition operators will support the 414 paying clients on the peak. Abiral Rai, 33, is one of these unsung heroes. Abiral is...

May 14, 2024

The Dyrt Announces the 2024 Best Places to Camp Regional Awards

PORTLAND, Ore., May 14, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has announced the 2024 Best Places To Camp Regional Awards based on reviews and ratings from its vast community of campers. These destinations include some of the hottest and trendiest...