PRESS RELEASES
Browse the latest press releases from companies serving the outdoor sports industry. You’ll find news regarding new hires, promotions, products, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, special announcements, and more.
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July 7, 2021
Oberalp Group Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainability
Boulder, CO (July 2021) - The Oberalp Group, which owns SALEWA, DYNAFIT, POMOCA, WILD COUNTRY, and EVOLV, recently unveiled its 2020 Sustainability Report and reaffirmed its commitment to a unique and comprehensive strategy focused on employee wellness, safe factory conditions, philanthropy, and environmental sustainability. The Oberalp Group published its Sustainability...
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July 7, 2021
Norrøna Goes Ultralight for Spring 2022 Collection
OSLO, Norway (July 7, 2021)— Norrøna, the four-season Norwegian outdoor brand known for its sustainably built premium outerwear, announces new all-season offerings for Spring 2022. The falketind collection, designed for mountaineering and hiking in variable weather conditions, receives significant upgrades with the introduction of the lightest, most packable waterproof and...
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July 7, 2021
Leslie Jordan, Inc. Certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council
[Portland, OR]—Leslie Jordan, Inc is proud to announce national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by WBEC Pacific, a regional certifying partner of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). Leslie says, “Thanks for the warm welcome to WBENC. We are excited to connect with other women who have worked...
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July 7, 2021
Kodiak Commits to Sustainability with “Built for What Matters” Initiative
Cambridge, Ontario, July 7, 2021– Kodiak, the 110-year-old Canadian boot brand, is taking steps to reduce its environmental footprint and improve sustainability through a new multi-year, multi-faceted initiative dubbed, Built for What Matters. The initiative kicks off with a focus on design and manufacturing, incorporating fewer, more sustainable materials and...
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July 6, 2021
Vasque Introduces New Core Hiking Styles for Spring/Summer 22 Line
Red Wing, MN – July 6, 2021 - Vasque footwear, a family-owned company with over 55 years of experience in the outdoor footwear sector, is pleased to introduce two new styles for Spring/Summer 22. The Torre AT GTX and Torre XT GTX are built upon Vasque’s legacy of supreme comfort...
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July 6, 2021
Buddy Now Protects Connecticut from Outdoor Mishaps
RICHMOND, Va. July 6, 2021 —Connecticut, the Constitution State, is the 43rd state to approve e-commerce insurtech startup Buddy (https://buddyinsurance.com/) to operate in, according to an announcement today. The Richmond-based online agency offers instant accident insurance to anyone who is active outdoors — and is a resident of a state...
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July 2, 2021
Gain Retail Knowledge and New Perspective at The Big Gear Show
PARK CITY, UT (7/2/21) – The Big Gear Show, a premier bike, camp, climb, hike, overland and paddle industry gear event for summer 2021, is pleased to announce an extensive range of retailer education opportunities during the August 3-5 show, held in Park City, Utah. The 3-day event will feature...
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July 2, 2021
Wilderness Risk Management Conference To Host 28th Conference Online from October 18 – 22, 2021
Lander, Wyo—July 1, 2021—NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School), in partnership with Outward Bound USA and the Student Conservation Association (SCA), announced that the annual Wilderness Risk Management will return as an all-online event after the success of the 2020 online conference. Scheduled for October 18-22, registration is now open. As...
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July 1, 2021
Pensacola Sport’s Ray Palmer Elected Board Treasurer of Sports ETA
Pensacola, Fla. – Sports Events and Tourism Association (Sports ETA) announced new board leadership as elected at the Annual General Membership Meeting this week. Ray Palmer, STS, of Pensacola Sports was elected Board Treasurer. “It’s an honor to be selected by my peers to represent them on our industry’s national...
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July 1, 2021
New Holland Brewing Wins 2021 West Michigan Best and Brightest Award
Holland, MI (July 1, 2021) -- New Holland Brewing, recently included among the top-50 craft breweries in America, is proud to announce that the company has been awarded the 2021 West Michigan and National Best and Brightest Award. Having won both the 2020 West Michigan Best and Brightest, and the...