November 18, 2015

Portable Solar Generator Indiegogo Project Achieves Funding Goal 12 Hours

Pocatello­based Inergy Solar, launched a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo yesterday, November 17, at 9 AM PST to help fund the mass production of its innovative and portable home solar system in a box, the Kodiak Solar Generator System, and has already surpassed 125% of its goal within the first 24 hours....

November 18, 2015

Seth Cobb Named Chaco President

ROCKFORD, Mich. (November 18, 2015) – Wolverine Worldwide has named Seth Cobb as the new president of Chaco. In this senior role, Cobb will lead all aspects of the business and position Chaco for accelerated global growth. Cobb replaces Chip Coe, who was promoted to Managing Director of the Wolverine Worldwide EMEA region in...

November 18, 2015

Stio Partners with Alta Ski Area for 2015-16 Winter Season

JACKSON, Wyo. (November 18, 2015) – Jackson Hole mountain apparel brand Stio is partnering with Alta Ski Area for the 2015-16 winter season. Alta and Stio customers will have exclusive benefits between brands, including awareness and exposure to respective audiences, discounts on Stio apparel and chances to enter sweepstakes and giveaways for ski packages,...

November 18, 2015

Avatech Launches Updated Avanet, a Crowdsourced Mobile & Web Platform of Mountain Safety Information for Snow Pros and Recreationalists

Avatech, an outdoor technology company focused on developing breakthrough, mountain safety technologies, announces the launch of Avanet, the world’s first crowdsourced, real-time platform of mountain safety information. Avanet is now available to both recreational and professional users for download on the web at www.avatech.com and on mobile at the App Store. “At Avatech...

November 17, 2015

Thermal Strengthens Team With Addition of Marketing Manager for Hunting

BEDFORD, Mass. (November 17, 2015) — Thermacell® Repellents Inc., a leading manufacturer of area mosquito repellent products, has strengthened its marketing team with the hire of hook-and-bullet industry veteran Adam Goess. Goess is now Marketing Manager for Thermacell’s Hunting division. “In this new role, Adam will drive Thermacell’s efforts to capitalize...

November 17, 2015

Fishpond Angles to Save the Colorado River

Denver (November 17, 2015) – For fly fishing brand fishpond, helping save and protect watersheds is just as important as making great gear for anglers. The brand has been a long-time supporter of non-profit Save the Colorado, and this year they have donated over $3,700 for the organization. “As a Colorado company, we...

November 16, 2015

HERA Climb4Life Event Raises $20,000 for Ovarian Cancer Research

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (November 16, 2015) — Petzl is proud to announce the 2015 HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation’s Climb4Life series raised more than $20,000 for ovarian cancer research. The Petzl Technical Institute hosted a special screening of Reel Rock 10 for HERA family, friends and supporters at its 15,000-square-foot technical training facility in...

November 16, 2015

Petzl Recognized in OUTSIDE’s Best Places to Work 2015

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (November 16, 2015) – Petzl has been selected as one of OUTSIDE’s Best Places to Work 2015. Each year, OUTSIDE recognizes the top 100 companies in the United States that help their employees strike the ideal balance between work and play. These companies encourage employees to lead...

November 16, 2015

Copp-Dash Inspire Award Accepting Applications for 2016

The Copp-Dash Inspire Award is currently accepting applications through December 31, 2015 for small climbing teams attempting fast and light alpine climbing objectives with a desire to creatively document and share their experience. The award was established in memory of American climbers Jonny Copp and Micah Dash, who were killed in an...

November 12, 2015

Confluence Outdoor Raises Funds for American Whitewater

GREENVILLE, S.C. (November 12, 2015) — Confluence Outdoor, the owner of eight unique watersports brands, today announced it raised $6,000 for American Whitewater, a national non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation and restoration of America’s whitewater resources. “American Whitewater’s mission and the important work they do all year is important to our...