Eastern Mountain Sports Promotes Senior Managers
Eastern Mountain Sports promoted its COO and CFO Bob Mayerson to president as part of a series of senior management promotions at the regional outdoor retail chain…
OIWC Sees 20 Reg’l Events in 2010
The Outdoor Industry Women’s Coalition, which is dedicated to helping women in the outdoor industry advance their careers, is hosting nearly 20 regional events in 2010 with a focus on six regions that are home to a concentration of outdoor companies
Outdoor Coalition Wants Recreation to Play Bigger Role in U.S. Forest Service Planning
A coalition of national and regional outdoor groups, including Outdoor Alliance, Outdoor Industry Association, Appalachian Mountain Club, the Mountaineers and the Colorado Mountain Club, said it has submitted comments to the Obama Administration regarding
Americans More Inclined to Spend Tax Return on Big Purchases
After two years of paying down debt and skipping family vacations, many Americans plan to cautiously start spending their tax refunds once again, according to a survey released by the National Retail Federation…
Clark Wendlandt Joins Cabela’s Pro Staff
Professional angler Clark Wendlandt has signed on to become part of Cabela's Pro Staff team. In 2009, Wendlandt was named FLW Angler of the Year for the third time, more than any other angler, ranking him among the most successful tournament bass ang
Crosman Open Distribution Center in Shannon
Crosman Corporation has announced the opening of a new warehouse and distribution facility in Shannon, Ireland. Crosman said facility will serve as the company’s European distribution center (EDC) and warehouse…
FWS to Distribute $76.5 Million to States to Conserve Imperiled Fish and Wildlife
Department of the Interior Secretary Ken Salazar said the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will distribute more than $76.5 million to the fish and wildlife agencies of the 50 states, commonwealths, the District of Columbia, and territories to help conserve
New Balance Honored by Run Walk Ride Fundraising Council
Run Walk Ride Fundraising Council has honored New Balance with a Run Walk Ride Pacesetter Award for Best Sponsorship Activation for the company's marketing program which celebrated New Balance's 20 year partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cu
Payless ShoeSource to Launch Beauty Products
Payless ShoeSource announced an alliance with Maesa Group to create a collection of new beauty and body care products to be available exclusively in about 1,500 Payless ShoeSource stores this fall…
Target Announces Debut of Shaun White Shoes
Target announced the launch of Shaun White Shoes, an exclusive skate collection, which will debut nationwide in early fall 2010…
Payless Launches Champion Toning Footwear Collection
Payless ShoeSource announced the launch of Champion Fitness, a line of toning shoes for women ranging in price from $25 to $40…
Perry Ellis to Distribute Top-Flite Apparel at Kmart
Perry Ellis International reached an agreement with Sears Holdings Corporation to distribute a full collection of golf apparel under the Top-Flite brand at Kmart stores in the U.S. The Top-Flite brand is property of Callaway Golf and is licensed for appar
San Jose Cycling Classic Expected to Draw 20,000
The San Jose Cycling Classic will be held May 15-20 throughout San Jose in conjunction with the upcoming Amgen Tour of California. The week of amatuer and professional cycling events is expected to attract 20,000 spectators, participants and cycling-relat
Columbia Sportswear to Open Chicago Store
Columbia Sportswear Co. has scheduled the opening of its fifth U.S. Columbia branded store Friday, March 12 on Chicago's Magnificent Mile…
Paddlesports Group Backs Outdoor Nation Campaign
The Paddle Advisory Council that now receives about $30,000 annual stipend from the Outdoor Retailer trade show to promote paddlesports, will invest a portion of that money in Outdoor Nation, a campaign launched last year that will culminate this summer w
