Backpacker’s Pantry Celebrates 75 Years in the Wild
The company celebrates the miles, meals, and community that have been supporting them since 1951. Boulder, Colo. (May 19, 2026)… Read More »Backpacker’s Pantry Celebrates 75 Years in the Wild
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THE PEAK OF FORM AND FUNCTION: CASIO PRO TREK X WHITE MOUNTAINEERING
WHAT: There is a deliberate art to “outdoor-chic”—a balance between the grit required for the trail and the sophistication… Read More »THE PEAK OF FORM AND FUNCTION: CASIO PRO TREK X WHITE MOUNTAINEERING
DRYOUT® pioneers the future of moisture removal to safeguard electronics, defense and outdoor gear
Breakthrough technology absorbs moisture dramatically faster than existing solutions, helping safeguard equipment in real‑world conditions DRAPER, Utah (Jan. 15, 2025) —… Read More »DRYOUT® pioneers the future of moisture removal to safeguard electronics, defense and outdoor gear
Peak Performance AOP Jackets
The new AOP design offers an early glimpse of the brand’s upcoming spring color story, rendered in mottled splotches and… Read More »Peak Performance AOP Jackets
Western Spirit Launches New Guided Multi-sport Adventure Trips
Trips combine activities like hiking, biking, and paddling, with gourmet dining and unparalleled camping support in iconic Western Landscapes MOAB,… Read More »Western Spirit Launches New Guided Multi-sport Adventure Trips
Peak Performance Unveils FW25 Trailblazer Capsule – Redefining Women’s Ski Apparel
The Women-Designed Collection Redefines Women’s Ski Apparel With Functional, Design Peak Performance, the Swedish mountain brand known for its next-level… Read More »Peak Performance Unveils FW25 Trailblazer Capsule – Redefining Women’s Ski Apparel
HEAD AFIELD WITH THE BEAR VALLEY TACTICAL BV-TAC 8 MULTI-TOOL
American-Made, 8-In-1 Multi-Tool is Available in OD Green Bear Valley, Utah – Bear Valley Tactical, the originator of high-quality, hand-made, multi-faceted tools, has… Read More »HEAD AFIELD WITH THE BEAR VALLEY TACTICAL BV-TAC 8 MULTI-TOOL
Thermore presents Invisiloft®
The innovative slim insulation offering high warmth with minimal thickness Milan, September 30th, 2024 – Thermore Group, which has been innovating… Read More »Thermore presents Invisiloft®
AWARD-WINNING PREMIUM ICE CHEST GETS COOL NEW UPGRADE: INTRODUCING NEW OUTFITTER 55-QUART V2 BY CANYON COOLERS®
The Perfect Balance of Size, Strength and Innovation for Every Adventure Flagstaff, AZ — Canyon Coolers® is proud to announce the… Read More »AWARD-WINNING PREMIUM ICE CHEST GETS COOL NEW UPGRADE: INTRODUCING NEW OUTFITTER 55-QUART V2 BY CANYON COOLERS®
Gregory Packs and Unlikely Hikers Launch New Pack Collection
After launching the industry’s first plus size backpacks in 2021, Gregory is celebrating its longstanding partnership with Unlikely Hikers with this new… Read More »Gregory Packs and Unlikely Hikers Launch New Pack Collection
H2O Audio Launches TRI 2 Multi-Sport Series
The Most Advanced Bone Conduction Waterproof Headphones to Date SAN DIEGO, Aug. 22, 2024 – H2O Audio, the leader in waterproof… Read More »H2O Audio Launches TRI 2 Multi-Sport Series
RECCO continues partnership with AIARE to support Professional Growth Network
RECCO continues partnership with AIARE to support Professional Growth NetworkRECCO continues partnership with AIARE to Partnership will continue to enhance instructor and… Read More »RECCO continues partnership with AIARE to support Professional Growth Network
Biden-Harris Administration Establishes Blackwell School National Historic Site as America’s Newest National Park
Read On: NPS.gov Listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2019, the Blackwell School in Marfa, Texas, was the… Read More »Biden-Harris Administration Establishes Blackwell School National Historic Site as America’s Newest National Park
Caterpy Laces Secures SIMBOL Communications as PR Agency of Record
Pioneering shoelace/elastics brand, already renowned in running industry, hopes to grow awareness in outdoor, lifestyle and fashion for step-in, self-locking,… Read More »Caterpy Laces Secures SIMBOL Communications as PR Agency of Record
MSR Expands Titanium Cookware Collection for Spring 2024
New Titan Double Wall Mug, Titan Long Spoon and Titan Spork get added to MSR’s Titanium cookware assortment. Offering minimalist… Read More »MSR Expands Titanium Cookware Collection for Spring 2024
Deckers X Lab Releases New MAX 40 SPSK: The Ultimate Winter Warrior Boot
Featuring a premium sheepskin lining and Vibram grip outsole to combat the cold GOLETA, Calif. – January 9, 2024. With… Read More »Deckers X Lab Releases New MAX 40 SPSK: The Ultimate Winter Warrior Boot
National Park System Designates Three National Scenic Trails
WASHINGTON – Three national scenic trails have become the country’s newest national parks, raising the total number of existing parks from… Read More »National Park System Designates Three National Scenic Trails
Paka® releases PAKACLOUD™️, the first alpaca fiber fleece alternative
PAKACLOUD tests as 2x more thermally efficient than standard synthetic fleece Boulder, CO (December 14th, 2023) – Paka, the leading… Read More »Paka® releases PAKACLOUD™️, the first alpaca fiber fleece alternative
Costa Sunglasses Releases King Tide Collection
Continuing momentum from its premiere, sold out limited edition release, and ‘Best in Show’ Award at ICAST, the full line… Read More »Costa Sunglasses Releases King Tide Collection
Lake Love
One of the things I love most about open water swimming, my favorite things to do in nature, is the… Read More »Lake Love
Outdoor Volunteer Gigs
You don’t always need a lot of money to have an adventure. One of my friends spent a summer observing… Read More »Outdoor Volunteer Gigs
Outdoor Research Donates U.S. Made Surgical Masks to Ukraine
Masks will be donated to medical-care efforts supporting the Ukrainian people in partnership with the Ukrainian Community Center of Washington. SEATTLE… Read More »Outdoor Research Donates U.S. Made Surgical Masks to Ukraine
Gunnison Rising Names Verde Brand Communications as Agency of Record
Gunnison, Colo., (April 13, 2023) — Gunnison Rising – a new mixed development in the heart of Gunnison committed to… Read More »Gunnison Rising Names Verde Brand Communications as Agency of Record
Revel Bikes Announce The New Ranger
(Re)Built to Explore. The original Ranger brought the efficiency and performance of the Canfield Balance Formula to a Cross Country… Read More »Revel Bikes Announce The New Ranger
Deckers X Lab Unveils The X-SCAPE RDSTR
An all-purpose commuter shoe with an eco-friendly side GOLETA, Calif. – April 5, 2023. Built for performance and inspired by nature,… Read More »Deckers X Lab Unveils The X-SCAPE RDSTR
Deckers X Lab Covers New Terrain with the X-SCAPE SNEAKOUT GTX Low
Performance and comfort collide with premium foam and hydrophobic technology GOLETA, Calif. – March 6, 2023. The innovative minds at Deckers… Read More »Deckers X Lab Covers New Terrain with the X-SCAPE SNEAKOUT GTX Low
FORLOH Introduces Groundbreaking American Made Down Expedition Series
Built for Most Inhospitable Corners of the Earth: Fully Seam-Sealed 3L Waterproof Outerwear Insulated with First Ever 800+ Fill USA… Read More »FORLOH Introduces Groundbreaking American Made Down Expedition Series
Winnebago Industries Foundation Founds Summer Internships with Cater Outdoors
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota, July 20, 2022 – This summer, the Winnebago Industries Foundation is funding a new internship program in… Read More »Winnebago Industries Foundation Founds Summer Internships with Cater Outdoors
National Park Service awards $3.4 million in grants to preserve and interpret World War II Japanese American confinement sites
Northwest Film Forum and Japanese American Memorial Pilgrimages will use one of this years’ grants to organize a pilgrimage to… Read More »National Park Service awards $3.4 million in grants to preserve and interpret World War II Japanese American confinement sites
Five Ways to Say “Happy Father’s Day” With Gifts of Eco-Friendly Steeped Coffee
[Santa Cruz, CA, MAY 17, 2022] – Chances are you have someone in your life who’s a serious coffee drinker. Wouldn’t… Read More »Five Ways to Say “Happy Father’s Day” With Gifts of Eco-Friendly Steeped Coffee
National Park Service Launches New Land Use Innovation Grant Program in Partnership with EPA and Groundwork USA
Five Groundwork Trusts awarded inaugural Land Use Innovation Grant to transform brownfields into community assets WASHINGTON—The National Park Service, Environmental… Read More »National Park Service Launches New Land Use Innovation Grant Program in Partnership with EPA and Groundwork USA
Harriet Tubman Sites Featured on “Travel With Tubman” App
New travel guide on NPS App connects visitors with sites associated with Harriet Tubman WASHINGTON – A powerful advocate, freedom fighter, and… Read More »Harriet Tubman Sites Featured on “Travel With Tubman” App
Chrome Industries Launches 2022 Niko Camera Collection
Chrome Industries announces their new Niko Camera Collection. Low-profile and unassuming but with tons of features, the Niko bags are… Read More »Chrome Industries Launches 2022 Niko Camera Collection
Yakima Names Verde Brand Communications as Agency of Record
The partnership focuses on key-market communications and storytelling for the Yakima brand Lake Oswego, OR (April 14, 2022) – Yakima… Read More »Yakima Names Verde Brand Communications as Agency of Record
It’s National Park Week, April 16-24
WASHINGTON—The National Park Service and the National Park Foundation invite all to explore and enjoy national parks during the annual National Park Week, beginning on… Read More »It’s National Park Week, April 16-24
Smartwool Turns More Than 90K Used Socks into Sustainable Dog Beds
Smartwool celebrates National Sock Day with the New K9 Camp Cushion demonstrating progress on path to 100% circularity DENVER, Co.,… Read More »Smartwool Turns More Than 90K Used Socks into Sustainable Dog Beds
Billion-Dollar Investment in National Park Service Infrastructure
Great American Outdoors Act funding includes a $15.2 million project to renovate an iconic building in the park WASHINGTON—During a visit… Read More »Billion-Dollar Investment in National Park Service Infrastructure
Alchemy Bikes Creates Certified Service Center Network with Beeline Connect
Iconic boutique brand expands its direct-from-fabricator-to-rider model by offering innovative service option Denver, Colorado (February 8, 2022) — In an innovative effort… Read More »Alchemy Bikes Creates Certified Service Center Network with Beeline Connect
Big City Mountaineers Announces Program Updates for 2022
BCM welcomes David Taus New Executive Director and Bailey Denmark Development Director Attending the Outdoor + Snow Show in Denver Colorado, January 26-28thJoin… Read More »Big City Mountaineers Announces Program Updates for 2022
Gathr Outdoors Acquires Cascadia Vehicle Tents
Cascadia Joins Gathr Outdoors’ Growing Portfolio of Outdoor Recreation Products BRENTWOOD, Tenn. [Jan. 24, 2022] – Gathr Outdoors, a diversified… Read More »Gathr Outdoors Acquires Cascadia Vehicle Tents
National Park Service and AIANTA Highlighting the History and Traditions of Native Communities
Partnership Strengthens Commitment to Tribal Consultation and Collaboration WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) and the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA)… Read More »National Park Service and AIANTA Highlighting the History and Traditions of Native Communities
National Park Services Awards $7.27 Million for Building Preservation
Properties that contribute to this National Register of Historic Places district in Wheeling, West Virginia will be eligible to apply… Read More »National Park Services Awards $7.27 Million for Building Preservation
SAVE THE DATE: Join BACKPACKER for National Summit Day on August 7th 2021!
Find YOUR Peak with Backpacker and Big City Mountaineers National Summit Day on the first Saturday of August each year (this… Read More »SAVE THE DATE: Join BACKPACKER for National Summit Day on August 7th 2021!
National Parks News: Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program Awards $180,000 in Grants
Church Creek, MD – The National Park Service’s National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program, in collaboration with the Association for the… Read More »National Parks News: Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program Awards $180,000 in Grants
National Park Service encourages visitors to Plan Like a Park Ranger this summer
WASHINGTON — Just in time for Great Outdoors Month, the National Park Service today unveiled a top-ten list of visitation… Read More »National Park Service encourages visitors to Plan Like a Park Ranger this summer
Bollé Brands Commits To Development Of Sustainable, Eco Friendly Products
Serengeti Launches New Eco-Nylon Sunglass Frames, Bollé Introduces Bamboo Based Bike Helmet Lyon, France (March 18, 2021) – Bollé Brands,… Read More »Bollé Brands Commits To Development Of Sustainable, Eco Friendly Products
No Everyday Tie Dye: A True Aficionado Leaves His Mark on New Helinox Tie Dye Collection
Designer, Artist and Tie Dye Collector Tae-hun Kim Dives Deep into His Archives to Create a Vibrant New Collection on… Read More »No Everyday Tie Dye: A True Aficionado Leaves His Mark on New Helinox Tie Dye Collection
Pamela A. Smith New Chief of the U.S. Park Police
WASHINGTON – The National Park Service today announced Pamela A. Smith has been named the new Chief of the United States… Read More »Pamela A. Smith New Chief of the U.S. Park Police
Deckers X Lab Drops the KO-Z Mule
The Classic Mule Reinvented by Deckers X Lab, Creating Arguably the Most Comfortable and Technologically Advanced Slipper Out There The… Read More »Deckers X Lab Drops the KO-Z Mule
Yniq: Lindsey Vonn’s Limited Edition Goggle Available in the US
Limited to 82, symbolizing her record-breaking number of World Cup wins MEDIA RELEASE- Stockholm, Sweden (February 9th, 2021) — Today, Yniq and Lindsey Vonn announce the… Read More »Yniq: Lindsey Vonn’s Limited Edition Goggle Available in the US
Ascent Protein Donates $22,000 to Patriot PAWS Service Dogs
DENVER, COLORADO – January 26, 2021 – This week, Ascent Protein announced a $22,000 donation to Patriot PAWS, a non-profit service organization… Read More »Ascent Protein Donates $22,000 to Patriot PAWS Service Dogs
Rural Cloth and CMC Brands Form Partnership
Oakley, UT — November 10, 2020. Today CMC Brands and Rural Cloth announced a joint partnership leveraging strategic operational efficiencies to spur… Read More »Rural Cloth and CMC Brands Form Partnership
Pinarello Introduces Limited Edition Hani Rashid Dogma F-12
Pinarello Introduces Limited Edition Hani Rashid Dogma F-12 TREVISO, Italy – Pinarello, a leading brand of premium road bicycles, accessories, and… Read More »Pinarello Introduces Limited Edition Hani Rashid Dogma F-12
OROS Introduces Fall 2017 High-Tech Outerwear Line for Cold Weather
Cincinnati, OH – OROS, the company that brings the universe’s best high-tech insulation to earth, is introducing its new… Read More »OROS Introduces Fall 2017 High-Tech Outerwear Line for Cold Weather
Green Mountain College Awards Four Year Essay-Based Scholarship
Poultney, Vermont – May 22, 2017 – A student who is passionate about restoring St. Albans Bay, Vermont, to a… Read More »Green Mountain College Awards Four Year Essay-Based Scholarship
