December 19, 2024

Climbers Rejoice as National Park Service Nixes Plan to Ban Fixed Anchors

Climbers worried about the future of their sport in wilderness areas can take a big sigh of relief. On Wednesday, the National Park Service (NPS) decided against a plan to prohibit fixed anchors — the gear that climbers use to protect themselves from falls. Climbing advocates had fought against the proposal since November...

December 19, 2024

Outdoor Industry Association Celebrates Bipartisan EDA Reauthorization with Recreation as A Priority

BOULDER, Colo.  (December 19, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) applauds the bipartisan reauthorization of the Economic Development Administration (EDA). The EDA, a federal agency focused on promoting economic growth and job creation in communities across the country, plays a crucial role in supporting the outdoor recreation economy.  For...

December 19, 2024

Historic Passage of Explore Act Advances Public Land Access and Outdoor Recreation Opportunities Nationwide

BOULDER, Colo. (December 19, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - In a major step toward expanding outdoor recreation opportunities across the country, the U.S. Senate has passed the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act (EXPLORE) Act. This initiative, led by Senator Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.), represents a significant milestone in efforts to enhance...

December 19, 2024

Senate passes EXPLORE Act modernizing outdoor recreation policy

Washington, D.C. (Dec. 19, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Following a 10-year advocacy campaign to modernize outdoor recreation policy, today the U.S. Senate passed by unanimous consent the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act, a first-of-its-kind bipartisan package that improves outdoor recreation on America’s public lands and waters. The...

December 19, 2024

American Hiking Society Celebrates Bipartisan Passage of EXPLORE Act

SILVER SPRING, MD – December 19, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - This afternoon, the Senate unanimously passed the EXPLORE Act on the Senate floor, bringing the landmark outdoor recreation and access legislation across the finish line. It will now be sent to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “American...

December 19, 2024

The RECCO Network Continues to Grow in Canada With New Helicopter Detector In Newfoundland

STOCKHOLM, Sweden (Dec. 19, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — RECCO, a leading manufacturer of advanced rescue technology, has announced a placement of a helicopter detector in Newfoundland, Canada. Operated by Newfoundland Helicopters in Deer Lake, this new addition will support Gros Morne National Park Visitor Safety and Provincial Search and Rescue...

December 19, 2024

Smith Announces New Snow Product & Marketing Managers

PORTLAND, Oregon (December 19, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Smith – global market leader in snow goggles and helmets and industry innovator across bike helmets, sport, lifestyle, and prescription eyewear – is excited to announce two new additions to its snow marketing and product teams. Grady Skelton joins the brand as...

December 19, 2024

New Year, New Adventures on Outdoor Sportsman Group Networks Q1 Lineup

DENVER (December 19, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network and MyOutdoorTV are dropping a new lineup of expert lifestyle and adventure series beginning on December 30, 2024. With robust schedules of fresh content across all platforms, outdoor enthusiasts can stay connected to their favorite pursuits year-round, whether tuning in from home...

December 18, 2024

Snowsports Industries America (SIA) Participation Deep Dive Report Shows Snowboarding is Most Inclusive of Winter Sports

PARK CITY, UT (December 18, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Snowsports Industries America (SIA) today released its deep dive of the 2023-2024 Participation Study, revealing helpful insights into the demographic landscape of winter sports participants. The new report highlights the diversity in snowboarding and cross-country skiing, particularly among Hispanic and Black...

December 18, 2024

Heliconia Wraps Up a Groundbreaking 2024: A Year of Adventures, Expanded Distribution, and Digital Success

December 18, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The team at Heliconia is excited to be celebrating another amazing year! From taking viewers on extraordinary journeys across the globe, to expanding their distribution partnerships and making a major leadership announcement, 2024 has been a year of remarkable achievements for the team. Television...