August 31, 2022

Clif Bloks Energy Chews Contain Less Caffeine Per Cube Than Advertised, Class Action Says

A proposed class action contends that each cube of Clif Bloks Energy Chews contains less caffeine than advertised. The 28-page suit says that although product labels lead buyers to believe that each Clif Bloks cube will contain 25mg or 50mg of caffeine, depending on the flavor, the energy chews actually...

August 31, 2022

Ibex Announces New Sales Representation in Rockies and Intermountain West

Nederland, CO (August 31, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Ibex, leader in merino wool apparel and accessories, has partnered with Black Dog Sales Group to manage sales relationships for the brand throughout the Rockies and Intermountain West. Black Dog Sales Group is an independent sales group based in Denver, CO and...

August 30, 2022

Yosemite Big Wall Climbing Access Will Change in 2023

Yet another new permit system is on its way to the international hub of rock climbing. On August 26, the National Park Service (NPS) announced it would soon transition from its current Wilderness Climbing Permit Pilot Program in Yosemite National Park to a long-term solution to manage the ever-growing crowds...

August 30, 2022

Mountain Towns 2030 Welcomes Industry Leaders for September Climate Solutions Summit

PARK CITY, Utah (Aug. 30, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Mountain Towns 2030 is proud to announce the return of the MT2030 Climate Solutions Summit, the annual gathering of key stakeholders from mountain and outdoor communities working together to implement bold ideas to meet the zero-carbon commitment. Taking place in Breckenridge,...

August 29, 2022

RVWA Seeks Member Applications to Join Board of Directors

The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) is currently seeking members to join its Board of Directors. The Board is the governing body of the RV Women’s Alliance and the directors set the strategic direction of the organization. There are currently two Board seats available, and applications are being accepted through Sept....

August 29, 2022

Portland Design Works Expands with New Sales and Marketing Manager Hire

Portland, OR (8/29/22) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Portland Design Works (PDW), creators of gear for everyday cycling, has recently hired Kate Echols Moore as their new Sales and Marketing Manager. Echols Moore joins PDW most recently from Snow Peak and previously from Surly Bikes. As the Sales and Marketing Manager, Echols...

August 29, 2022

Outdoor Industry Association Releases Statement Regarding Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante Lawsuit

BOULDER, CO (August 29, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Outdoor Industry Association today released a statement regarding the state of Utah’s decision to file a lawsuit over the Biden Administration’s decision to reinstate the boundaries of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments under the Antiquities Act: “We share the disappointment and concern...

August 25, 2022

5.11 Tactical To Celebrate the Grand Opening of its 100th Company-Owned Retail Location

Irvine, Calif. /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - 5.11 Tactical®, the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear and gear, will celebrate the grand opening of its 100th company-owned retail store in Oxnard, California on Saturday, September 17. The store marks a major milestone in the brand’s retail expansion and growth since it introduced its...

August 25, 2022

Outdoor Industry Association Announces Interim Executive Director Kent Ebersole

BOULDER, CO [August 25, 2022]/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The Outdoor Industry Association board of directors has named Kent Ebersole as interim executive director during the organization’s continued search for a permanent executive director, following the resignation of Lise Aangeenbrug earlier this month. Ebersole has deep roots in the outdoor industry, with a...

August 25, 2022

REI Workers At Berkeley Store Vote To Unionize In Another Win For Labor

REI employees in Berkeley, California, have formed the outdoor retailer’s second union, extending a winning streak for organized labor at largely non-union companies. Workers at the Berkeley store voted 56 to 38 in favor of joining the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) union in a mail-in election this month,...