Maxima Media, a full-service advertising and marketing company serving the outdoor industry, announces its selection by Eddie Salter – The Turkey Man…
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Government Shutdown Reduced Visits to National Parks By Nearly 8 Million
Visits to national parks declined by 9.1 million, or 3.3 percent, in 2013 compared with 2012, due in large part to the government shutdown that took place during the first 16 days of October, according to a report released by the National Park Service….
Epoch Lacrosse Partners with StringKing Lacrosse
Epoch Lacrosse has chosen StringKing Lacrosse to manufacture its game changing and patent pending Otter Mesh…
Mizuno to Open New Distribution Center in 2015
Mizuno USA announced the relocation of all distribution facilities and manufacturing operations to a new 520,000 square-foot facility in Braselton, GA, by 2015. The new Mizuno USA Distribution Center significantly increases the current supply chain footpr
Five Ten to Sponsor American Mountain Guides Association
In addition to providing two partial tuition scholarships per year, Five Ten became the Official Approach Shoe Sponsor for the AMGA’s Instructor Team in 2014. The company first partnered with the AMGA in 1993…
Worldwide Elects Members to Board of Directors
Worldwide, the independent retailer buying group, announced elections to their board of directors with new and returning members. Charlie Grigg of Grigg’s Enterprises in Pasco, WA, a long-time member, has returned to serve on the board for a three-y
Kamik Joins European Outdoor Conservation Association
Kamik, a division of Genfoot Inc., has joined the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA)…
Billabong Appoints Men’s Global Merchandising and Design VP
Billabong announced the appointment of global merchandising and design expert Mark Weber to the Billabong mens team. He previously worked for RAEN Optics and Hurley…
Cole Haan Hires Dree Hemingway as Spokesperson
Cole Haan announced a multiyear partnership with Dree Hemingway, who will make her debut for the brand in its Fall 2014 advertising campaign. In addition to her collaboration on and appearance in advertising, Cole Haan and Dree Hemingway will co-create a
Report Shows Paddlesports Industry Gaining With Kids and Women
The paddlesports industry got encouraging news last week when an update of its largest consumer survey showed significant gains in participation among children and women. While reluctant to draw too many conclusions from one annual survey, marketers said
FNH Manufacturing Wins Army Contract
FNH USA, LLC announced today that FN Manufacturing, LLC in Columbia, SC has received a new, three year, $7.6 million indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract from the Defense Logistics Agency to build MK 19 spare receivers for the U.S. Army
Under Armour Announces Promotions
Under Armour Inc. announced a number of promotions across its organization to support its growth. Among those receiving promotions were Jason Archer, Brian Boring, Kelly Cortina, Dave Dombrow and Josh Rattet…
Gander Mountain Opening Store in SW Charlotte, South Carolina
Gander Mountain is expanding with a new location in Southwest Charlotte, NC, set to open in the late summer…
Edwin Watts Partners with Golfweek
On the heels of Worldwide Golf’s recent acquisition of Edwin Watts Golf Shops, the company announced a partnership extension with Golfweek, whereby the specialty retailer will serve as the official presenting sponsor of the Golfweek Amateur Tour…
Asics Launches ‘We Are Marathoners’ Campaign for LA Marathon
Leading up to the Asics Los Angeles Marathon, Asics will bring the marathon spirit to every boulevard of the city with its “We Are Marathoners” campaign. The effort showcases a mobile treadmill challenge…