OIA Concerned About Lack Of Transparency In Zinke’s National Monument Review Report
In a letter, Amy Roberts, executive director, Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), said she was pleased that no national monument designations will be rescinded as indicated in Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke’s National Monument Review Summary Report but was concerned about the “lack of details and transparency, especially regarding the recommendation to alter some monument’s borders.”
The Conservation Alliance Condemns Recommendation To Shrink National Monuments
Said John Sterling, executive director of The Conservation Alliance, in a statement. “If President Trump acts on those recommendations, it would be an unprecedented assault on the crown jewels of our public lands system. We stand ready to defend our National Monuments.”

Clarus Corp. Acquires Sierra Bullets
Clarus Corp., formerly Black Diamond Inc., has completed the acquisition of Sierra Bullets LLC for $79 million.
Finish Line And Migos Join Forces For Creative Partnership
The platinum hip-hop group will lead several Finish Line marketing initiatives featuring themselves, as well as other social influencers and the latest and greatest products in the marketplace.
Arc’teryx Recalls Ski Mountaineering Boots
Arc’teryx Equipment is recalling about 3,900 Arc’teryx Procline boots. The axis pin located at the rear of the boot can dislodge, resulting in damage to the boot and posing a fall hazard.

PHIT America Gets 150,000 Kids Moving
PHIT America announced that more than 150,000 elementary school children over the past 24 months have remained physically active through the PHIT America GO! Grants program.

Secretary Zinke Recommends Trump Shrink Several National Monuments
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke said he’s asking President Trump to shrink “a handful” of national monuments that previous presidents designated to protect land and water.

Eldora Mountain Names Marketing Director
Prior to joining Eldora, Sam Bass was content director and senior account manager at Backbone Media.

More Parents Holding Off On Back-to-School Shopping
According to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, the average family with children in grades K-12 had completed only 45 percent of their shopping as of early August. That’s down from a peak of 52 percent at the same time in 2013 and 48 percent last year, and the lowest level since 40 percent in 2012.
Orangetheory Names Gregg Koffler Chief Development Officer
In his new role, Koffler will be responsible for overseeing the brand’s franchise development efforts in addition to supervising the sales, real estate, design, construction and supply chain teams and processes.
Sears’ Q2 Comps Slumped 11.5 Percent
Sears Holdings reduced its net loss in the second quarter to $251 million from $395 million. Comparable store sales declined 11.5 percent.

Newell Brands Technical Apparel Announces New Sales Leader
Newell Brands Technical Apparel (NBTA), a division of Newell Brands that includes Marmot and ExOfficio, appointed Deanna Fleming as its new head of global sales and business development. She was formerly VP of marketing and sales for Harmless Harvest.
The American Sportfishing Association (ASA) Brings Message To Congress
The American Sportfishing Association (ASA) called on Congress to address the unique challenges of federal saltwater recreational fisheries management as it considers reauthorizing the nation’s primary law governing federal saltwater fisheries management.

Perry Ellis Tops Guidance In Q2
Perry Ellis International Inc. reported second-quarter earnings that easily topped guidance as margins expanded and sales rose 2.5 percent. Driving the top-line growth was Perry Ellis, Original Penguin, its overall Golf Sportswear segment and Nike Swim.

REI Invests $1 Million To Connect Women With The Outdoors
As part of its commitment to create access to the outdoors for all, REI has invested $1 million in organizations across the country that are creating opportunities to connect women and girls to nature.