August 1, 2022

THOR Industries Highlights Partnership with Girl Scouts of the USA

ELKHART, Ind., Aug. 1, 2022  -- Underscoring its continued commitment to promoting inclusivity in the outdoors, THOR Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) is highlighting its two-year partnership with Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), the preeminent leadership development organization for girls grades K-12, through the short film "Stronger Together". In the multi-year partnership, THOR sponsors GSUSA's largest and most popular...

August 1, 2022

Ultralight Tents Get an Upgrade with the Outdoor Vitals Fortius Trekking Pole Tent

CEDAR CITY, Utah (Aug 01, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Outdoor Vitals, the Utah-based performance outdoor apparel and gear brand, today announced the release of its Fortius Trekking Pole Tent. Available in one-person and two-person versions, the Fortius is an ultralight tent that is actually storm-worthy, giving more options for pitching when it...

July 29, 2022

Camping World to End NASCAR Support

Multiple racing-themed news publications are reporting that Camping World is ending its longtime NASCAR Truck Series sponsorship after this season. Camping World has been the title sponsor for NASCAR’s Truck Series for more than a decade. RV-Pro

July 29, 2022

Pete’s RV Center Acquires American Family RV in Virginia

On July 22nd, Vermont-based Pete’s RV Center officially assumed ownership of American Family RV with dealership locations in Chesapeake and Salem, Virginia. Opened in 2012 by Layne and Carol Rowland, American Family RV grew into a reputable dealership for sales and service in the Hampton Roads area and into the Outer Banks...

July 28, 2022

REI, Airstream Collab on Special Edition Travel Trailer Loaded With Gear

REI continues to pursue investment in “vehicle-supported camping adventures.” Their latest foray into this space is by teaming up with RV manufacturer Airstream to make a special edition Basecamp travel trailer. Maureen Estep, Strategic Brand Partnerships at REI, says this partnership is “bridging the gap between car camping and overlanding.”...

July 27, 2022

Vista Outdoor Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Simms Fishing Products

ANOKA, Minn., July 27, 2022 — Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), the parent company of 39 renowned brands that design, manufacture and market sporting and outdoor products to consumers around the globe, today announced the acquisition of Simms Fishing Products for a purchase price of $192.5 million. The gross purchase price includes a net present...

July 27, 2022

California State Parks campground closing due to drought

California State Parks will close the campground at Portola Redwoods State Park due to lower water flows in Peters Creek, the park’s primary water source. Effective Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, the campground facilities will be closed for the remainder of the camping season (including reservation, group, and drop-in sites). Affected...

July 27, 2022

ICEMULE Coolers Introduces First-Ever Transparent Air-Insulated Cooler

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL (July 27, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – ICEMULE Coolers, makers of the most portable, premium backpack coolers, created the world’s first-ever transparent, air-insulated cooler, the ICEMULE ClearTM. The ICEMULE ClearTM was designed for sporting event venues, concert arenas and amphitheaters, and other locations which require clear bags for entry. “Our...

July 26, 2022

RoverPass Announces Integration with Airbnb

According to 2020 statistics, Airbnb maintains around 20% of the market share in the vacation rental industry and is believed to possess up to 38% of all online booking value. With over 150 million users, Airbnb has a continuously expanding reach to all kinds of travelers looking for unique vacation...

July 26, 2022

Blue Water Acquires Badlands/White River KOA Holiday

OCEAN CITY, Md., July 26, 2022 -- Ocean City, Maryland-based outdoor hospitality specialist Blue Watercontinues its rapid expansion with the acquisition of Badlands/White River KOA Holiday. Located just minutes from Badlands National Park, this property is known as the "Oasis of the Badlands." Visitors can spot wildlife including buffalo, pronghorn deer, and the picturesque Badlands Mountains make...