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'Climb the Hill': Pro climbers head to Washington, D.C.
Time is running out. Scientists predict that the snowcap atop Africa's Kilimanjaro could be gone in only a few years, maybe as early as 2020. And that's only one of the many mountains seeing drastic ice melt linked to climate change. "My home mountain range in the Indian Peaks ...read more
Camber Outdoors names new executive director
Camber Outdoors just announced Emily Newman as the Boulder-based organization's new executive director, ending a national search that lasted nine months. Newman is described by Camber as a compassionate connector with extensive executive experience in long-term bridge building ...read more
Camber's Diana Seung joins Jack Wolfskin in leadership role
Jack Wolfskin appointed Diana Seung as the first general manager of the North America operation, which will be based out of Salt Lake City. A Jack Wolfskin representative confirmed the news, without offering more information yet. Seung did not return our messages, but she ...read more
Attention snow sports companies: The Plastic Impact Alliance wants you!
Single-use plastic awareness and avoidance was a huge theme at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market last June. And, thanks to brands, attendees, and show management committing to the cause, there was a noticeable reduction of plastic on the show floor, plus lots more water stations ...read more
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Industry Buzz: Backcountry, Chris Goddard, KEEN x Sherpa, a shoplifter, Krimson Klover, and more
Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at snewsedit@aimmedia.com Coverage opportunity: Is your business doing something for the Global Climate Strike from Sept. 20 to 27? Let Assistant Editor Amelia Arvesen know at ...read more
#CoolShop | The Gear Fix in Bend, Oregon
It's a regular Sunday morning in Bend, Oregon's old Box Factory building: pairs eat sweet and savory treats at Foxtail Bakeshop & Kitchen, men sit still as hairdressers trim around their ears at West Side Barber Shop, and groups of people sift through consignment backpacks, kayak ...read more
Take our FREE course: How to Sell Travel Underwear
Virtually every customer who walks in your shop is a potential buyer of travel underwear. Technical undies are an easy upsell item for any camper, hiker, runner, skier, cyclist, or traveler. Our free course will help any sales associate—seasoned veterans or fresh new hires—lock ...read more
This will be the Conservation Alliance's biggest donation year ever
Over its 30 years, The Conservation Alliance has dispersed an impressive amount of money to dozens and dozens of deserving causes. But the organization is on track to make 2019 its largest donation year to date. As of this month, the conservancy alliance of more than 250 ...read more
Industry Buzz: Transit to Trails, Camber Outdoors, Denver Merchandise Mart, 1% for the Planet, and a ski psyche video
Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at snewsedit@aimmedia.com S.O.S. in a Nalgene: A message in a Nalgene bottle sent down the Arroyo Seco River saved a family in need when waters were high and fierce along the waterfall ...read more
Industry Buzz: Outdoor City, Jeremy Jones and POW, Rue Mapp, PrimaLoft, Rumpl, and more
Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at snewsedit@aimmedia.com This weekend: SNEWS Assistant Editor Amelia Arvesen is heading to Bend, Oregon, to attend a new outdoor festival called Outdoor City USA. Bikes will be abundant, ...read more
Merrell has a new president
Wolverine World Wide today announced that Chris Hufnagel is the new global brand president of Merrell, a role that was previously held by Sue Rechner. A 10-year veteran of Wolverine, Hufnagel most recently served as the global brand president of Cat Footwear. He has also been ...read more
In the wild with Leave No Trace's Dana Watts
After tossing some trash into a bear-proof trash can, Dana Watts pauses to brush her palm on a sign posted along the trail to Mt. Sanitas in Boulder, Colorado. "It's good luck" she says, adding that it's just something silly she's always done. So I do it too, before her and I, ...read more
Check out our new FREE Retail College course: Sell more portable power products
Following the launch of our "Boost Your Sales: Footwear" course last year, we're rolling out 12 more Retail College classes over the next several months to help outdoor specialty retailers boost their sales in numerous categories. We know that you have other training tools at ...read more
Hot New Product of the Week: Columbia SH/FT Collection
Hot New Products are written by the company and edited for space and clarity. They do not express the opinions of SNEWS or its editors. Pitched by Joe Boyle, brand president of Columbia: We recently launched the SH/FT Collection–our newest footwear line inspired by today’s rapid ...read more
Industry Buzz: Xero Shoes, Kathmandu, NatuRx, Dakine, Climate Week, Houdini, and a Decathlon recall
Keep up by reading Industry Buzz. Here are today's top headlines: Have a news tip? Email us at snewsedit@aimmedia.com Xero Shoes on tariffs and moving manufacturing out of China: “It’s a really challenging and dangerous thing to do, and especially for a small business. You’ve got ...read more
POW could witness a big public lands vote on Capitol Hill
When Protect Our Winters (POW) was planning its biggest annual visit to Washington, D.C. months ago, planners had no idea what would be on the docket while they'd be there. Last year, policymakers' attention was occupied by the Brett Kavanaugh hearings. But it just so happens ...read more