The Telluride Venture Accelerator (TVA) has begun accepting applications from outdoor product companies for its second annual competition. Up to six companies will be chosen to receive $25,000 in seed funding, free services from Google, Microsoft and Amaz
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OIA Challenges Congress to End Government Shutdown
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) challenged Congress to resolve and pass a FY14 federal spending bill, putting an end to the harm being done to America’s $646 billion outdoor recreation economy. The government shutdown is bad for thousands of
Industry Employees Convene in Boulder Friday to Clean Flood-Damaged Parks
On Friday, October 4, the Conservation Alliance along with Colorado-based member companies and grantees will work together to help clean up and improve Boulder parks in the aftermath of the historic September flooding that forced the closure of 119 miles
Jarden Corp. Completes Acquisition of Yankee Candle
Jarden Corporation completed its acquisition of Yankee Candle Investments LLC Thursday for approximately $1.75 billion in cash, subject to final working capital and other adjustments…
The Conservation Alliance Disburses $750,000 in Grants
The Conservation Alliance disbursed grants totaling $750,000 to 19 organizations working to protect wild places throughout North America. The donations marked the Alliance’s second funding disbursal for 2013, and brings the year’s giving total
AND1 Signs NBA Prospects Isaiah Canaan and Jamaal Franklin
The AND1 Basketball and apparel brand announced the signing of Isaiah Canaan and Jamaal Franklin, two up and coming NBA prospects to join the growing list of professional basketball players to endorse AND1…
Sierra Trading Post Named Top Performer in Customer Service
Sierra Trading Post was recognized for superior customer service this week by STELLA Service, an independent company that rates eTailers’ customer service performance…
Loudmouth Golf Grants License to iZone Group
Loudmouth Golf has granted a license to Zone Group to launch a line of colorful sports and lifestyle sunglasses and accessories to match its outlandish apparel line, which features brightly colored patterns that would make even Jesper Parnevic…
300 Turn Out for Timberland Service Project at OIA Rendezvous
More than 300 outdoor industry executives helped clean up the Tijuana River Valley Monday as part of the 15th annual Rendezvous Service Project Sponsored by Timberland…
Atomic To Launch First Ski Apparel Line
Atomic, long known for its alpine skis, is entering the apparel business for the first time in its nearly 60-year history. The Austrian ski maker said the new line will be available in European and North American stores in time for Winter 2014/15…
Foot Locker Supports Fred Jordan Mission
About 60 Foot Locker associates sorted and organized 4,000 pairs of brand new athletic shoes and socks for what has become America's largest Back-to-School Giveaway, thanks to a unique partnership with Fred Jordan Missions & Foot Locker…
National Parks Service Goes Dark
Because of the shutdown of the federal government caused by the lapse in appropriations, the National Park Service closed all 401 national parks and even its web site Tuesday. The NPS estimates visitors spend $76 million a day in communities adjoining it
VF Corp Signs Climate and Clean Energy Agreement
VF Corporation, the parent of The North Face, Vans and Timberland, has joined BICEP (Business for Innovative Climate & Energy Policy), which advocates for innovative climate and clean energy policies. VF has also signed the Climate Declaration, which call
Balega Launches Redesigned Website and New Packaging
Balega, the performance sock brand, has launched a redesigned website that streamlines Balega’s product offering while providing a window into the brand’s unique story. The newly launched site also aligns with the introduction of slick new soc
ICSC Forecasts Holiday Sales Will Outpace 2012 Rate
The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) is forecasting a 3.4 percent increase in sales for the traditional November-December holiday period, even though retailers are expecting a more modest spending season…
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