Sports News and Press Releases about Outdoor Industry Events
Want to stay up to date on the latest press releases and news about outdoor sports races and events including mountain biking, trail running, climbing, skiing and more? Scroll below to view all outdoor sports event news.
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January 10, 2024
Could Drones Revolutionize the Future of Surf Judging?
The judging proposal sent by the ISA claims drones could be used as one angle, among others, that the judges could access to score waves. One drone blog caught wind of the ISA’s plan and posted an article that posed the question: “Can drones resolve 2024 Summer Olympics surfing controversy?”...
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January 4, 2024
Lottery System Now Open to Hike One of the Most Popular (and Deadly) Trails in the U.S.
The beauty and scenic views from the top of Angels Landing have made it one of the most sought after hikes in the U.S. But the crowds and steep terrain also make it one of the nation’s most deadly. Thus, to mitigate crowds and increase safety, Zion National Park is...
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January 2, 2024
Snoop Dogg to Report on 2024 Olympics for NBC Primetime Show: ‘I Will Be Bringing That Snoop Style’
NBCUniversal has announced that the iconic rapper Snoop Dog is joining its team to report on the Olympic Games this summer, and will be onsite to deliver “regular reports” on the Olympic Primetime Show beginning July 26. The announcement arrived during the New Year’s Eve Green Bay Packers vs. Minnesota...
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December 31, 2023
10 National Parks That Require Early Reservations For 2024 Visits
As travelers are making plans to visit national parks, the park system readies itself to receive the influx of guests. For some of the most beautiful (and popular) national parks in the US, this means implementing early reservation and timed entry systems to control the flow of vehicles and people into...
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December 19, 2023
Yosemite National Park Brings Back Reservation System to Mitigate Overcrowding
If you were thinking about embarking on a spur-of-the-moment mountain getaway to Yosemite next summer, you might need to reconsider your plans. Yosemite National Park is reinstating a reservation system in 2024 to manage the millions of visitors that flock to the scenic California park. Visitors will have to reserve an entry...
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December 16, 2023
GoPro: Best of 2023
To wrap up another incredible chapter in the GoPro history books, they have put together a 3-minute highlight video of its family's best surf, ski, bike, climb, BASE, travel, + so many other unique experiences from this year. YouTube
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December 11, 2023
‘Everest From Above’: Stunning Drone Footage At the Roof of the World
Drones have revolutionized photography, and that’s rarely more evident than with videos of the outdoors. Case in point: YouTuber Sandro GH, a relative newcomer to the platform, uses his drone to incredible effect, showcasing the stunning beauty of mountains like K2. He’s also made videos about the controversial use of...
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December 4, 2023
National Parks announces fee-free entry days
As the New Year rolls toward us, many RVers are planning their 2024 outings. Here’s the list of 2024 National Parks free entry days. The cost to enter parks with entrance fees ranges from $10 to $35. The funds remain in the National Park Service. 80-100% stays in the park where collected....
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November 28, 2023
World First: Catalan Kayaker Achieves Historic 20-Meter Glacier Waterfall Descent
In a historic feat, Catalan adventurer and elite kayaker Aniol Serrasolses has conquered the world's highest glacier waterfall drop in the Svalbard archipelago, Norway. Aniol Serrasolses and his team embarked on a challenging expedition to the Svalbard archipelago, to one of the most remote places on earth, beginning with a...
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November 21, 2023
Campgrounds in Path of Totality Selling Out in Anticipation of April 2024 Solar Eclipse
Seven out of ten people who camp in the U.S. and Canada are planning to witness this spring’s anticipated celestial event dubbed the ‘Great North American Eclipse’ on a camping trip, and 18% have already booked their spots, according to Kampgrounds of America (KOA). The latest data from KOA reports...
