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The new Echo Meter Touch 2 and Echo Meter Touch 2 Pro plug-in modules, for iPhone and iPad, allow users to listen to, record, and identify a wide variety of bats by their ultrasonic echolocation calls. Previously only possible through the use of expensive scientific equipment, ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina, April 19, 2017 — Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, is proud to announce its title sponsorship of the inaugural Blue Ridge Double Marathon. The sponsorship is in addition to Farm to Feet’s continuing sponsorship of the Blue Ridge Marathon as ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina — Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, has signed on as the title sponsor of the Gathering of Friends, the annual meeting of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail. 2017 marks the 40th anniversary of the trail and the extended weekend celebration in Elkin, ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina — Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American sock, has added hiking speedster Jennifer Pharr Davis to its Global Ambassador Team. Pharr Davis, of Asheville, NC, will promote the brand during her upcoming book tour and speaking engagements, provide product ...read more

BOSTON, MASS (February 15, 2017) – Song Sleuth (www.songsleuth.com), a groundbreaking app that turns your iOS device into a powerful and accurate bird song identifier, debuts on the App Store® today. Developed by Wildlife Acoustics in collaboration with world renowned bird ...read more

ARCATA, CALIFORNIA – LUNA Sandals (www.lunasandals.com) was named the overall winner of the fifth-annual American Made Outdoor Gear Award. The award was announced during a ceremony at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Salt Lake City, UT. Conceptualized and hosted by Kokatat ...read more

Farm to Feet Cottonwoods to be official socks of Ski City Mt. Airy, North Carolina — Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, has entered into a strategic partnership with America’s Ski City (a.k.a. Salt Lake) as part of the launch of its new Cottonwood Collection of ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina — Nester Hosiery and its brand Farm to Feet are highlighted in a new documentary film, “The Real Mayberry.” The film explores the past, present and future of Mt. Airy, NC, the company’s and Andy Griffith's hometown and the inspiration for television’s ...read more

ARCATA, CALIFORNIA, (November 25, 2016) – The American Made Outdoor Gear Awards, which annually celebrates the best stories from companies with a commitment to American manufacturing and sourcing in the outdoor market, announces the finalists for the 2017 awards. Winners will be ...read more

Arcata, CA, October 31, 2016 - Today is the final day for companies committed to domestic manufacturing to submit their “made in America” story for the 2017 American Made Outdoor Gear Awards (AMOGA). The award program recognizes companies with the most compelling domestic ...read more

ARCATA, CALIFORNIA, (October 31, 2016) – Today is the final day for companies committed to domestic manufacturing to submit their “made in America” story for the 2017 American Made Outdoor Gear Awards (AMOGA). The award program recognizes companies with the most compelling ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina — Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, has been selected as the official sock for MasterFit University. MasterFit will use Farm to Feet’s line of socks, with primary emphasis on its ultralight Jackson and Wilson styles, at all of its bootfitting ...read more

ARCATA, CALIFORNIA, (October 24, 2016) – Companies committed to domestic manufacturing have until Monday October 31, to submit their “made in America” story for the 2017 American Made Outdoor Gear Awards (AMOGA). The award program recognizes companies with the most compelling ...read more

Ironwood, MI — Last Friday, droves of Stormy Kromer fans showed up at Sacred Tattoo Studio, in Marquette, MI, for the Caps for Tats event, where 100 of them received Stormy Kromer caps for life with a Stormy Kromer tattoo. About 50 people were lined up outside the morning of the ...read more

ARCATA, CALIFORNIA, (September 30, 2016) – Domestic manufacturers have until October 31, 2016, to submit their entry for the 2017 American Made Outdoor Gear Awards. The American Made Outdoor Gear Awards celebrates the stories of companies with a commitment to American ...read more

Ironwood, MI — In celebration of National Fall Hat Week, Stormy Kromer, makers of the world’s most recognizable cap, has released results of its U.S. Cranial Report. The report found the average size of American heads grew only slightly in 2016, and didn’t affect the average hat ...read more

With the first cooler days blowing into Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Stormy Kromer, the most recognizable hat brand in the world, has unveiled its new collection of caps, apparel, and accessories for Fall 2016 on its website,www.stormykromer.com. The new collection features new ...read more

ARCATA, California –The new Kokatat GORE-TEX® Supernova Angler gives kayak anglers the driest, most durable fishing specific paddling suit option on the market. The GORE-TEX® Supernova Angler is based on the same design of the popular Hydrus Supernova Angler suit, but made with ...read more

ARCATA, California – The new Kokatat Habanero liner for Spring 2017 takes paddlers’ favorite dry suit insulation to a new level. Kokatat used multiple fabrics and body mapping designs to create a performance, paddling specific one-piece liner that is compatible with all Kokatat ...read more

Ironwood, MI, — Following a successful launch of its first spring collection, Stormy Kromer, makers of functional headwear born in the wilds of the northern Midwest, has expanded its collection of warm weather headwear and accessories to include kids headwear for Spring 2017. ...read more

Ironwood, MI, — For spring 2017 Stormy Kromer is introducing two new women’s silhouettes inspired by designs from the past century. While the Cloche and Cloverland styles are rooted in the past, Stormy Kromer has given them a contemporary look through the use of color and ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina — For Spring 2017, Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, is introducing a collection of hiking socks that celebrates its home state’s premier hiking trail, the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, which stretches from the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina — For Spring 2017, Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, introduces the Raleigh with 3D Active Knit Technology. This new technology uses the most advanced knitting methods to create multi-dimensional patterns for the ideal balance of fit, comfort, ...read more

Ironwood, MI — Following a successful launch of its first spring collection, Stormy Kromer, makers of functional headwear born in the wilds of the northern Midwest, has expanded its collection of warm weather headwear and accessories for Spring 2017. The new collection features ...read more

Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, has been named the official sock of FloydFest, the South's preeminent music festival, for a second year. This year Farm to Feet will feature the winner of the On the Rise contest, a competition featuring up and coming acts voted on by ...read more

ARCATA, California – This July two young families will attempt to paddle the length of the Mackenzie river, Canada’s largest and longest river. The Paddle to the Arctic expedition is designed to challenge the current childhood trends of a sedentary lifestyle dominated by ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina, June 15, 2016 — Nester Hosiery, the world’s most advanced sock manufacturing company, has announced that company president Kelly Nester has been promoted to the position of CEO, effective immediately. The current CEO and company founder Marty Nester will ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina (May 4, 2016) — This spring Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, has teamed up with Backpacker’s Get Out More Tour and the Live Outside and Play tour to introduce the brand to new audiences and educate outdoors enthusiasts on the importance of ...read more

Ironwood, MI, (April 11, 2016) — Stormy Kromer, makers of functional headwear born in the wilds of the northern Midwest, presented a check in the amount of $3,834 to the Upper Peninsula Honor Flight. The check represents a portion of sales of a limited edition cap the company ...read more

MT. AIRY, NC (APRIL 07, 2016) - In conjunction with its title sponsorship of Appalachian Trail Days, Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, introduces the Damascus Elite hiking sock. The Damascus is named for the Virginia town that annually hosts the weekend long ...read more

Mt. Airy, North Carolina (March 31, 2016) — Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, received a Bronze POPAI’s Outstanding Merchandising Achievement (OMA) Award at the recent GlobalShop trade show in Las Vegas, NV, for its retail floor display. “When we set out to design our ...read more

Ironwood, Michigan (March 21, 2016) – Stormy Kromer, the iconic US manufacturer of boldly original headwear, apparel, and accessories, has introduced its first collection designed for the summer months. The made in America collection features hats, shirts, and accessories ...read more

Ironwood, MI — Stormy Kromer, makers of functional headwear born in the wilds of the northern Midwest, has selected a diverse group of twenty ambassadors to represent the brand for 2016. “From outdoorsmen and women, to artisans, to farmers, to Midwestern expats, these individuals ...read more

Ironwood, MI, March 1, 2016 — Stormy Kromer, makers of functional headwear born in the wilds of the northern Midwest, has created commemorative limited edition caps to benefit the Upper Peninsula Honor Flight. The men’s and women’s caps will be available for purchase on Stormy ...read more

Arcata, CA, February 26, 2016 - In late March explorers Chris Christie, Jon Burak, and Kokatat ambassador Jimmy Martinello plan to depart on a 12 to 14-day journey to surf, ski and paddle through the Bella Coola of British Columbia, Canada. “The late winter early spring will ...read more

Mt. Airy, NC, February 24, 2016 - Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, has extended its relationship with Bassmaster Elite Series and Major League Fishing professional Andy Montgomery for the 2016 fishing season. Montgomery, of Blacksburg, S.C., will continue to wear Farm ...read more

Signs on as official headwear of USA Ice Team Stormy Kromer, makers of functional headwear born in the wilds of the northern Midwest, has been named the official headwear of USA Ice Team. The team is preparing for the upcoming World Ice Fishing Championship, February 15-21, 2016, ...read more

Mt. Airy, NC – Farm to Feet, makers of 100% American socks, was recently received an American Made Outdoor Gear Award at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Salt Lake City, UT. Farm to Feet was recognized as a category winner for companies with 100 or more employees. The ...read more

ARCATA, CALIFORNIA – Hyperlite Mountain Gear (www.hyperlitemountaingear.com) was named the overall winner of the fourth-annual American Made Outdoor Gear Award. The award was announced during a ceremony at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Salt Lake City, UT. Conceptualized ...read more