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May 18, 2023
National Parks Close Roads and Campgrounds and Delay Summer Openings
The epic winter of 2022–23 is still with us, with snowmelt causing flooding concerns in some national parks and in others roads and trails are closed for repairs. Here’s what you need to know for your summer trips. Outside Online
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May 17, 2023
New film follows a Wisconsin ultra runner’s quest on the Pacific Crest Trail
Ultra runner Timothy Olson set a world record when he ran 2,650 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2021. The Amherst, Wisconsin, native's journey along the way was documented by a film crew. It took an average of 50 miles a day for 52 consecutive days. The "Mirage" film...
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May 15, 2023
RV explosion during tour at dealership sends 3 people to hospital, Texas cops say
Three people are hospitalized after an explosion happened in an RV being shown at a dealership in Texas, according to police. Officers with the Wharton Police Department responded to a 911 call about a “gas leak” at about 4:30 p.m. May 14, the department said in a news release. Investigators...
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May 15, 2023
There’s a Report of Stolen Climbing Gear on Mount Everest
On Thursday, May 12, New Zealand climber Guy Cotter of expedition company Adventure Consultants wrote on Facebook that valuable climbing gear belonging to him had gone missing at Camp IV, which is located at approximately 26,000 feet on the South Col of Mount Everest. According to Cotter's post, a cache...
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May 12, 2023
Wild Adventures moves forward with ‘glamp’ RV park
Wild Adventures Theme Park is set to begin construction on a multi-phased Safari Campground Resort with sites for RV, cabins, "glamping" and amenities on the property. The Lowndes County Commission approved the theme park's updated site plan for the development at its most recent meeting and J.D. Dillard, county planner,...
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May 12, 2023
Campspot Reveals Unexpected Top Camping Destinations
Campspot, a leading online marketplace for RV resorts, cabins, and campsites, has announced the most popular and top trending states for camping in North America this summer. RV Business
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May 11, 2023
Yeti Posts Q1 Revenue Growth Despite Recalls
Yeti managed to post revenue growth in the first quarter despite the negative impacts of the voluntary recall of three different products due to safety concerns and a slower pace of wholesale orders in North America. In March, Yeti initiated the voluntary recall of the Hopper M30 Soft Cooler, the...
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May 11, 2023
Solo Brands acquires TerraFlame
Adding to its portfolio of direct-to-consumer companies, Solo Brands on Thursday announced it acquired TerraFlame for an undisclosed amount. TerraFlame’s team will become a part of Solo Brands, including CEO Lenny Vainberg, who will transition to the role of TerraFlame general manager, according to a company press release emailed to...
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May 10, 2023
Merrell and Saucony the Stars for Wolverine Worldwide in Q1
Hiking brand Merrell and running brand Saucony were the stars for parent company Wolverine Worldwide in the first quarter ended April 1. The company believes those two brands, along with active brand Sweaty Betty, have the most potential to grow and is focusing its efforts and investments on them. The Daily OR
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May 10, 2023
GoPro Q1 revenue down 19% in Q1
For the quarter ending March 31, revenue was $175 million, compared with $217 million at the same time last year. Subscribers were up 36% year-over-year (2.36 million). GoPro.com revenue, including subscription and service revenue, increased 7% year-over-year at $95 million (54% of all revenue). Retail channel revenue was $80 million,...
