Industry headlines: Intriguing reads from around the web

Columbia struggles: The brands’ share price plummeted 16 percent this week. [The Oregonian]

New public land threat: The Trump administration has opened Tongass National Forest to logging. [Adventure Journal]

Covid vs. the ski industry: An examination of how the pandemic will affect New England ski resorts this winter. [Boston Magazine]

Building better corporations: If we want all companies to adhere to the ethical standards of a business like Patagonia, we need laws to enforce it. [Fast Company]

DEI mentoring: Applications are now open for Camber Outdoors’ Ann Krcik Professional Mentoring Program, a “cross-industry DEI mentoring initiative advancing inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplaces.”

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The Big Gear Show is on: The new trade show has released details about its summer 2021 event.

Meet Alder Apparel: The Kickstarter-funded brand is working to bring true authenticity and inclusion to women's outdoor apparel.

The North Face invests in DEI: The brand has pledged $7 million to its diversity grant program and formed a new council of experts to steward the money.

Access Fund expands board: The organization has welcomed four new members to its board of directors.

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