NMMA: Recreational Boating’s Economic Impact Soars To $230 Billion
NMMA released new data that found that the annual economic impact of recreational boating increased 36 percent, from $170 billion in 2018 to $230 billion in 2023.
RVIA: 44 Million Americans Plan To Go RVing This Summer
The RV Industry Association reported in a recent survey of America’s leisure travelers that 44 million consumers plan to RV this summer, including 12 million who said they plan to RV this Memorial Day weekend.
MEC To Expand Presence In Canadian Maritimes Region
Canadian outdoor retailer, Mountain Equipment Company, is set to expand its retail footprint by opening a new standalone store in the Maritimes this August.
Johnson Outdoors Appoints Board Director
Johnson Outdoors, Inc. appointed Jeffrey M. Stutz as an independent director to the company’s Board of Directors effective May 23, 2023.
Dick’s SG Posts 5.3 Percent Comp Sales Growth In Q1; EPS Up 38 Percent
Dick’s Sporting Goods reported net sales for the fiscal first quarter rose 5.3 percent to $2.84 billion from $2.70 billion in the prior-year Q1 period. Comparable store sales grew 3.4 percent
Walmart Opens First Market Fulfillment Center In Arkansas Store
Walmart opened its first high-tech Market Fulfillment Center (MFC) in Arkansas at Store 100 in Bentonville, underlining the retailer’s strategic move to expand using its stores as fulfillment centers to enhance the shopping experience.
Traeger, Inc. Hires EVP Of Engineering
Traeger, Inc. has hired Brendan Welch as EVP of engineering leading product development and technical execution for Traeger.
Helinox Opens New Creative Center In Tokyo
Helinox opened its third multi-story creative center, “Helinox Creative Center Tokyo” (HCC Tokyo), on May 19.
City Bikes Owner Charlie McCormick Passes Away
Charlie McCormick, founder and owner of City Bikes in Washington, D.C., died of natural causes on May 11 under the stars at a remote camping spot overlooking the Potomac River in Poolesville, MD.
Camping World Opens Branson, MO Supercenter
Camping World Holdings, Inc. announced the opening of its Branson, MO RV dealership, its 191st location.
Michelin Soles Expands In The U.S. With Vermont Office
JV International, a manufacturer of technical soles and the worldwide licensee of soles by Michelin, is expanding its North American presence with a new office opening in Wolcott, VT. JV North America will be headed by Glen McKibben as VP and general manager.
Camping World To End Title Sponsorship Of NHRA Series
Camping World reported that the company would not renew its title sponsorship of the NHRA (National Hot Rod Association) drag racing series when its contract ends at the close of 2024.
KOA Names Two To Top Leadership Positions
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) has named Jill Currier as SVP of operations for the owned properties of KOA and Bill Gottwals as SVP of franchise operations.
KMD Closes NZ$310 Million Debt Refinancing Tied To Sustainability
KMD Brands Limited, the parent company to the Rip Curl, Oboz and Kathmandu brands, has successfully refinanced its existing debt facilities with NZ$310 million of syndicated sustainability-linked multi-currency revolving facilities.
Solid Rip Curl Q3 Growth Trails Oboz And Kathmandu Gains At KMD
KMD Brands, Ltd., in a financial update, reported sales for the third quarter ended April 30 rose 15.6 percent. Among its brands, sales grew 7.9 percent at Rip Curl, 11.3 percent at Kathmandu and 120.3 percent at Oboz.
