May 13, 2021

‘Big Wall Bev’ Changed the Calculus of Women’s Climbing in Yosemite

In 1969, Beverly Johnson left school in the last semester of her geology studies for a more hands-on education in California granite, culminating with her historic first female solo of El Capitan in 1978. Johnson spent ten days on Yosemite’s iconic 3,000-foot monolith, just one highlight in her extraordinary life...

May 11, 2021

Snowbasin Resort Announces Summer 2021 Schedule with Outdoor Fun for the Entire Family

Huntsville, UTAH (May 11, 2021) –Snowbasin Resort announced its summer 2021 schedule today with a lineup of fun for the entire family with outdoor adventures, mountain top dining and an outdoor concert series. The resort will officially kick off the summer season on June 12 with lift served hiking and...

May 11, 2021

11th Annual ‘Kids to Parks Day’ Saturday, May 15, 2021

Washington, DC, May 11, 2021 – In commemoration of the 11th annual Kids to Parks Day celebration, National Park Trust is encouraging families to get outdoors and show their favorite park some love by participating in its #MyParkMyWhy social media campaign on Saturday, May 15, 2021. “We keep hearing from...

May 9, 2021

Brazilian Olympic Committee transports 20 tonnes of sports equipment and PPE to Tokyo

The Brazilian Olympic Committee has now sent the last of 20 containers of sports equipment and COVID-19 protection materials to Japan ahead of the Tokyo 2020 Games' scheduled opening on July 23. Transported were 68,000 disposable masks, 12,500 disposable shoe covers, 400 alcohol sprays and 250 aprons, among other products....

May 9, 2021

Grand Canyon Hike Organizer Violated Covid-19 Restrictions, Officials Say

Prosecutors said at least 150 people showed up, astounding rangers and overwhelming visitors who struggled to steer clear of the hikers, many of whom were not wearing masks or social distancing. New York Times

May 7, 2021

Tailwind’s Maggie Guterl Takes First at Cocodona

DURANGO, CO [May 7, 2021]- After three grueling days on the trail, Tailwind Nutrition athlete Maggie Guterl placed first in the female category and seventh overall in the inaugural Cocodona 250 late Thursday evening (May 6). This is the first year of the ultra race, which spans a curated route...

May 7, 2021

World’s Best Take On Expedition Oregon Adventure Race

Bend, Oregon — Team Bend Racing, the top-rated US team in international Adventure Racing (AR) and promoter of some of the most challenging multi-sport races in North America, will be hosting some of the best AR teams in the world from May 12-16 at the sold-out Expedition Oregon. Widely renowned...

May 6, 2021

IOC and Pfizer strike vaccine deal for Tokyo 2020 athletes

The British Olympic Association has been handed a boost in its bid to vaccinate all its athletes and support staff prior to the start of the Olympic Games in Tokyo in less than 12 weeks’ time. Under a deal struck between the International Olympic Committee and pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, vaccines...

May 6, 2021

Nine Woman-Founded Nonprofits Named Finalists for Title Nine’s Pitchfest

Emeryville, Calif. (May 6, 2021)- Title Nine, the adventure and outdoor apparel retailer that encourages women to risk, lead and own, is proud to announce the nine incredible woman-founded organizations chosen as finalists in its inaugural annual Pitchfest Nonprofit Edition. As finalists, these women are leading movements of equality and...

May 5, 2021

Royal Robbins Opens New Retail Store in Seattle

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (May 5, 2021)— Royal Robbins has accelerated its retail expansion plan and announces its first retail store in downtown Seattle, opening its doors on May 7. The new 2,200-square-foot retail store is located at 1601 2nd Ave, and provides a broader platform for telling the unique story...