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BREAKING: Seattle's Ascent Outdoors is back
In early May, a sign on Ascent Outdoors' main door suddenly marked the end of an era. "We will miss you," the sign read. For more than 20 years, the shop in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood was a meeting spot for the outdoor scene, and its shuttering was devastating and shocking to ...read more
Evolv joins Salewa, Dynafit family
The Oberalp Group added a fifth name to its repertoire of mountain sport brands today with the acquisition of the popular climbing company, Evolv. “The addition of EVOLV allows us to offer a complete solution for rock climbers when paired with our WILD COUNTRY brand, an ...read more
REI is making a new print magazine
Uncommon Path is REI's new print magazine, publishing for the first time this fall. Stories will range from gear reviews to full feature stories, curated by the same editorial team that produces the Co-op Journal and created with HearstMedia. “Uncommon Path tells the stories of ...read more
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The Voice drops on Day 1 of each Outdoor Retailer (January, June, and November) so you can arm yourself with everything you need to hit the show running: big ideas and conversation starters, expert product knowledge, and a deep understanding of the issues facing our industry. ...read more
Recent Press Releases
Since 1984, SNEWS has been the outdoor industry’s most trusted source for trade news, company and retailer profiles, outdoor politics and issues, gear trends, and important interviews with power players.
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Making upcycled chalk bags with USU students
We’re sitting down with Outdoor Product Design and Development Program Coordinator Chase Anderson to talk student accomplishments, upcycled chalk-bags, and the future of the OPDD program. ...read more
Can you really make a living in outdoor retail?
Four years ago, Marie*, a lifelong outdoor enthusiast, turned her passion into a full-time position at a Vermont outdoor retailer. But now, even after being promoted, she still finds herself taking dog-sitting gigs just to make ends meet. Marie started her retail job on salary, ...read more
Dream job reality check
Meet five individuals who, from the outside, seem to have the gig of a lifetime. The share details about their paycheck, plus perks and bummers. FILMMAKER Sarah Menzies: Let Media, Seattle, WA The paycheck $40,000 The gig Shooting documentary films and commercial projects ...read more
The gender gap: Why women make less than men—and how to fix it
Turns out, the outdoor industry isn’t immune to overarching trends in income inequality. Our survey revealed a significant pay discrepancy between men and women—a finding that’s about in line with the average pay gap nationwide among all industries, says Chandra Childers, study ...read more
Talking plastics with backcountry queen Pattie Gonia
Bringing inclusivity, positivity, and heels into the outdoors, backcountry queen Pattie Gonia and SNEWS reporter Ronald V. E. Griswell talk mindfulness around plastics and how we each have a responsibility to make the world a cleaner place. ...read more
What you missed: Day 3 at Outdoor Retailer
You made it to the finish line of Outdoor Retailer. We hope your whole show was successful and filled with stoke. Here are a few of the things you might've missed from Day 3: Catch up on Day 1 and Day 2. In the afternoon of Day 3, a group of Plastic Impact Alliance members met to ...read more
Are you paid enough?
Money: Like politics, religion, and bodily functions, you’re not supposed to discuss it in polite company. And we get it. How much hard-earned cash your labor brings home can feel like an intensely personal detail, affecting everything about how you work and play. But when wages ...read more
Cool find of the day: Deejo Knives
When we find a symbol or a character that bears significance, oftentimes we will lovingly tattoo it on our skin as a way to always keep it with us. Deejo wants you to be able to take those beloved designs and turn an every day item into something meaningful with their ...read more
What you missed: Day 2 of Outdoor Retailer
Happy Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. We hope your Day 2 has been just as energizing as Day 1. Here are a few of the things you might've missed: On Monday night, the ninth annual Inspiration Awards by Outdoor Retailer honored a slew of deserving individuals. Vericool Coolers won ...read more
Cool find of the day: Foothill Fuels' Bio-White Gas
As society becomes increasingly more concerned with the impact individuals have on the environment, it's only natural that "green" alternatives will pop up to replace older and more harmful models. The outdoor industry is definitely no exception to that. Foothill Fuels has ...read more
Sex, power, and the outdoor industry, Part II
In 2005, Sarah* was wrapping up her fifth year as a seasonal guide for a wilderness camp in the South. Normally awkward and shy, she had blossomed there, growing into a gifted leader and teacher. She had spent the last five years fixing trails and teaching her young charges how ...read more
What you missed: Day 1 of Outdoor Retailer
Happy Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. We hope your Day 1 has been packed with discoveries and fruitful meetings. Here are a few of the things you might've missed: Afdhel Aziz, author of Good is the New Cool, was the keynote speaker at the Outdoor Industry Association Breakfast. ...read more