Wenger Breaks Up Counterfeiting Operation
Wenger has successfully broken-up a counterfeit operation at a factory located in the Huadu district of Guangzhou, China where several hundred fake Wenger backpacks were being manufactured…
Tapco Teams With Valor Corporation
TAPCO has joined forces with Valor Corporation to assist with the distribution of quality, U.S. made shooting gear and accessories…
Pheasants Forever Names New Rep. for Western Kansas
Pheasants Forever has named Tony Jacobs of Wichita as the organization's new regional representative for western Kansas…
Cannon Safe, GunVault Tap VP of Sales
Cannon Safe and GunVault, a manufacturer of safes and “home security storage solutions,” has promoted Steve Hoffa to VP of Sales & Marketing…
Teko Hires Wasatch Reps
Teko Socks announced today the hire of Wasatch Reps for sales representation in the Extended Rocky Mountain region, which includes Utah, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana…
Jack Wolfskin Acquired by Blackstone Group
Blackstone, the multi-billion investment company, agreed to acquire Jack Wolfskin GmbH & Co KGaA from Quadriga Capital and Barclays Private Equity. While the transaction is still subject to approval by the regulatory authorities, Blackstone named a former
Roanoke, VA. Continues Push for Outdoor Businesses
The Roanoke Region in Virginia compares favorably to such outdoor destinations as Asheville, NC; Chattanooga, TN and Boulder, CO when it comes to outdoor recreational amenities, according to a study released by the Roanoke Regional Partnership. The Roanok
CDC Partners on Concussion Education Campaign
The National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are teaming up to launch “Heads Up to Parents,” a new educational initiative designed specifically to provide parents wi
LaCrosse Footwear’s Outdoor Sales Rose 18 Percent in Q2
LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. reported sales grew 1.9 percent in the second quarter, to $27.1 million from $26.6 million a year ago. Sales to the Outdoor Market were up 18 percent, offsetting a 5 percent decline to the Work Market…
REI Donates $20,000 to Appalachian Trail Conservancy
REI awarded the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) a $20,000 grant, which will go towards recruiting and training Appalachian Trail Community Ambassadors, in support of the Appalachian Trail Community program…
Outdoor Retailer Urges Buyers to Use Online Planner and Mobile App
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market reminds retailers to check out the online tools its provided to help them navigate the labyrinthine Salt Palace next month and get the most out of their show. Even if you've already made your appointments, you can enter
Native Eyewear Hires Florida Reps
Native Eyewear hired Ken Schappert and Bill Kendall to represent the brand in the state of Florida…
National Park Microsite Built in Vancover, Canada
Using a $100,000 grant from ING Direct as well as money from the local school board and parks and rec department and Parls Canada, volunteers built Canada's fourth natural playground at an elementary school in Vancouver Wednesday. The 10,000-square-f
EBay’s Net Falls on GSI-Acquisition Costs
EBay Inc. said costs tied to the $2.4 billion purchase of GSI Commerce Inc., completed in June, cut into net income in the second quarter. For the quarter ended June 30, eBay earned $283.4 million, or 22 cents per share, down 31 percent from $412 million,
Brunton Outdoor Introduces Retail Incentive Program
The Brunton Outdoor Group, comprised of the Brunton and Primus brands, introduced the 2012 “Summit Team” Outdoor Partner Program, providing retailers with discounts on outdoor gear and a variety of free in-store sales support tools…
