May 20, 2024

Kent Outdoors Announces Sale of Kona Bikes

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah - May 20, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Kent Outdoors, helping people in the pursuit of outdoor adventures for more than 60 years, today announces it has closed on the sale of Kona Bikes to a group led by Kona’s original founders, Dan Gerhard and Jake Heilbron....

May 20, 2024

Derek Sevcik Appointed as EVP of Operations at Outdoor Sportsman Group

DENVER (May 20, 2024)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – In a move designed to enhance operational effectiveness and maximize growth opportunities, Outdoor Sportsman Group’s CEO Mike Carney has announced the promotion of Derek Sevcik to the role of Executive Vice President (EVP) of Operations. With a track record of strong financial management and organizational...

May 20, 2024

World Record Gram Slam Turkey Hunt by Michael Waddell & Friends Available to Stream NOW on MyOutdoorTV

DENVER (May 20, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ -  In an astonishing 10 hours and 43 minutes, Michael Waddell – host of Bone Collector and MyOutdoorTV’s “Can’t Stop the Flop” series, along with Troy Link – owner of Jack Link’s, and friends completed the Gram Slam of turkey hunting – and the...

May 19, 2024

REI Union Chicago members walk off job during sale to protest contract negotiations

Members of REI Union Chicago walked off the job in the middle of REI's Anniversary Sale to protest after the company reportedly failed to negotiate a contract in good faith. The protest was held Saturday morning and those in attendance included union members, elected officials and other leaders/workers from the Chicago area.  USA...

May 17, 2024

Patagonia Prevails in Nordstrom Lawsuit

Patagonia settled a counterfeiting lawsuit on May 15 with Nordstrom after filing the accusation against the retailer in federal court on May 30, 2023. The suit alleged that Nordstrom sold “thousands of counterfeit Patagonia sweatshirts and t-shirts” through its Nordstrom Rack stores, in the complaint filed in the U.S. District Court...

May 16, 2024

Yeti Discloses Mystery Ranch Acquisition Price

Yeti acquired Mystery Ranch, known for its durable load-bearing backpacks, bags, and pack accessories, for $36.2 million. The deal closed on February 2. Yeti also acquired Butter Pat Industries, a manufacturer of cast iron cookware, in the first quarter. In the first-quarter earnings call last week, Matt Reintjes, Yeti’s president and...

May 16, 2024

Outdoor Alliance data shows increasing visitors to public land while recreation funding declines

Washington, D.C. (May 16, 2024)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The number of visitors to America’s public lands has steadily increased over the last 15 years, while over the same time period funding for recreation has decreased more than 20 percent at agencies like the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management,...

May 15, 2024

Montane Secures bluesign® System Partner Status

ASHINGTON, ENGLAND (May 15th, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - British outdoor clothing and equipment brand, Montane, has gained bluesign® System Partner status, as part of the brand’s journey to reduce its environmental impact and increase transparency. The accreditation is awarded only to those that meet the strict safety and environmental requirements...

May 15, 2024

FeatherSnap Selects Darby Communications as PR Agency of Record

Caledonia, MN – May 15, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - FeatherSnap, a brand dedicated to revolutionizing the world of birdwatching through Wi-Fi-enabled smart bird feeders, proudly announces its partnership with Darby Communications, a PR and digital marketing agency specializing in the outdoor, active lifestyle, and hunt/fish markets. Effective immediately, Darby Communications...

May 15, 2024

Mountain Equipment Company Announces New Store Opening Soon in Ontario

VANCOUVER, B.C. — May 15, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Mountain Equipment Company (MEC), Canada’s most trusted outdoor retailer is set to open a new standalone store in Whitby this coming July. The new location will be situated at 1 - 1650 Victoria St East, at the Thickson Ridge Power Centre...