January 4, 2022

Athletic Brewing Company Partners With Alterra Mountain Company Kicking Off The 2021/22 Winter Season

Stratford, CT & San Diego, CA (January 4, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The leading non-alcoholic craft brewer and fastest growing brewery in the country, Athletic Brewing, is excited to announce its three-year partnership with Alterra Mountain Company, kicking off this 2021/22 winter season. Alterra Mountain Company, the parent company of...

January 4, 2022

National Park Trust Unveils New Branding

Washington, D.C. (January 4, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The National Park Trust, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving parks today and creating park stewards for tomorrow, has unveiled its updated branding and new logo. This unique design not only highlights the organization’s past achievements, but it also symbolizes the Park...

January 1, 2022

Geartrade achieves Carbon Neutral Certification amidst steady 2021 growth of ‘UnNew’ marketplace

Salt Lake City, Utah (Wednesday, January 1) — In November 2021, Geartrade (Geartrade.com), the family-owned marketplace of ‘UnNew’ gear for outdoor adventurists, announced the successful completion of a year-long effort to become Climate Neutral Certified. One month later, Geartrade concluded a robust 2021 holiday season for used gear buyers and...

December 31, 2021

Vail Resorts Closes its Acquisition of Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Hidden Valley Resort and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pittsburgh Area

BROOMFIELD, Colo., Dec. 31, 2021 -- Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) today announced that the Company has closed on its acquisition of Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Hidden Valley Resort and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania. The Company purchased the resorts, including the ski areas, a hotel, conference center and other related operations, from Seven Springs...

December 31, 2021

Orange Mud Celebrates its 10 Year Anniversary

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - January 3rd, 2022 marks the 10-year anniversary of Orange Mud. Founder’s Josh and Beth Sprague first started the company in Corona, California to redefine hydration packs for the running industry. As time went on, workout accessories became a backbone of the business, and now the mix of bladder,...

December 30, 2021

An Everest Guide Just Won a Legal Battle over a Canceled Summit Attempt

In September 2019, Himalayan guide Garrett Madison called off a summit attempt on Mount Everest, telling clients that an ice block hanging over the route made it too dangerous. The following March, one of the clients on the expedition, Zac Bookman, sued Madison for $100,000 for breach of contract and...

December 30, 2021

Helen of Troy Completes Acquisition Of Osprey Packs

Helen of Troy Limited announced the successful completion of its previously announced acquisition of Osprey Packs, Inc, for $414.7 million in cash, which includes the impact of a $5.3 million favorable customary closing net working capital adjustment. SGB Media

December 29, 2021

Climashield Sold to Private Equity Firm

Crown Capital Investments (CCI), an Atlanta-based private equity investment firm, has acquired Climashield to its manufacturing portfolio of companies. Headquartered in Clinton, Tenn., Climashield is a manufacturer and developer of continuous filament insulation. With global distribution to military and outdoor recreation brands, Climashield products offer “thermal efficiency and durability.”  Inside...

December 28, 2021

Vista Outdoor Announces Acquisition of Stone Glacier

ANOKA, Minn., Dec. 28, 2021 -- Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of products in the outdoor sports and recreation markets, today announced the acquisition of Stone Glacier, a premium brand focused on ultralightweight, performance hunting gear designed for backcountry use. The addition of Stone Glacier...

December 23, 2021

Lazydays Holdings, Inc. Announces Leadership Transition

TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 23, 2021 -- Lazydays Holdings, Inc. ("Lazydays" or the "Company") (NasdaqCM: LAZY) today announced that William P. Murnane is stepping down as Chairman and CEO. Robert DeVincenzi, currently lead independent director of the Lazydays Board, will assume the role of Interim CEO on January 1, 2022. Christopher Shackelton, a current director on the Board,...