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December 22, 2022
‘Free Outside’ Documentary Chronicles Grueling Realities of Colorado Trail FKT
In 2020, Garmire broke the unsupported Colorado Trail record in the West-to-East direction. He walked the trail (486 miles long) in 9 days, 8 hours, and 18 minutes. But it wasn’t just a record that was set. A camera crew was also there to capture the whole endeavor. The film,...
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December 20, 2022
KOA Survey: Camping Likely to Increase in 2023
Kampgrounds of America said in its December research report that an estimated 58 million households went camping in 2022 – a record year. The organization said the outlook for 2023 also looks healthy, as 87% of campers plan to include the activity in their New Year’s resolutions, most of which say...
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December 20, 2022
National Park Service Announces 5 Fee-Free Days for 2023
The National Park Service will have 5 entrance fee-free days in 2023. These ‘free days’ provide free admittance to all national parks for everyone. On these days of commemoration or celebration each year, the National Park Service is committed to increasing access to national parks and promoting the advantages of outdoor...
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December 19, 2022
Fallout from the Pandemic Bike Boom
A month after lockdowns had them wondering about their future in the spring of 2020, they suddenly couldn’t keep up with demand. For a year and a half, staff worked overtime as Americans rolled out their dusty steads or bought new ones. A 50 percent increase in riding, plus supply...
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December 19, 2022
What drove coyotes to kill a hiker in a Canadian park?
When a 19-year-old woman was killed by coyotes in a Canadian park in 2009, she became the only known coyote attack fatality in North America. What prompted coyotes to behave so uncharacteristically? In a study published in the Journal of Applied Ecology, researchers believe they have an answer. Wildlife
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December 19, 2022
VF Corp mulling JanSport sale: Bloomberg
VF Corp. is mulling a sale of its JanSport brand, according to a Bloomberg report citing unnamed sources. The deal would value the 55-year-old brand, best known for its backpacks, at about $500 million, per the report. A spokesperson for VF Corp. declined to comment. Retail Dive
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December 17, 2022
Harvest Hosts locations cited for operating illegal campgrounds
In San Luis Obispo (SLO) County, California, numerous Harvest Hosts locations have received code violations for operating illegal commercial campgrounds. In the last three months alone, up to 20 different hosts received notices detailing their violations. The county currently has ordinances put in place regulating rural camping, and Harvest Hosts...
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December 16, 2022
Ohio RV Supershow Planned for 5 Days in January at IX Center
The Ohio RV Supershow is set to return Wednesday through Sunday, Jan. 4-8, at the International Exposition (IX) Center in Cleveland. Hundreds of RVs – including tent campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels and motor homes – will fill the spacious center’s renovated show floor. RV Business
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December 16, 2022
Winnebago Industries Revenues Reflect a Cooling Market
Winnebago Industries on Friday reported fiscal first quarter revenues of $952.2 million, a decrease of 17.6% compared to $1.2 billion for Q1 of fiscal 2002. Net income for the quarter was $60.2 million, a drop of 39.6% compared to a year ago. RV Pro
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December 15, 2022
Christy Sports Continues Expansion in Big Sky, Montana With Acquisition of Grizzly Outfitters
LAKEWOOD, Colo., Dec. 15, 2022 - Christy Sports, the premier winter & outdoor specialty retail and rental operator helping people #stepoutside, today announces the acquisition of Grizzly Outfitters, a specialty outdoor retail and rental operator located at 11 Lone Peak Drive, Suite 101 Big Sky, MT 59716. The acquisition closed...
