Many of us have what a lot of people would consider to be dream jobs. Sure, work is work, but a lot of what we do revolves on getting people outside. And we get to do a lot of that ourselves, too.
We're curious how you got started in this great industry. Share your stories with us in the comments below! We'd love to hear how long you've been here, what it took, and why you wanted in.
REI announced that for the third consecutive year, doors will remain locked this Black Friday. This is to encourage people to #OptOutside instead – get out and enjoy the great outdoors rather than spending time shopping. More than 12,000 REI employees are given the day off with ...read more
Attending a national trade show three times a year is a lot for some outdoor industry members, especially when you factor in all the regional shows that happen year round, where the brunt of the buying work actually gets done. There's still ample chatter about whether three big ...read more
Each one of these 11 organizations deserves your dollar, but if you could pick one, which would it be? An organization for youth? One that advocates for inclusivity, diversity, and women? Or one that's focused on conservation? In no way is this an exhaustive list. Vote now to ...read more
With temps in the 80s, it was a good day to be by the water in Denver during Demo Day, themed "Urban Adventures." Brands showed off gear in paddle, running/trail running, overland, camping, climbing, technology, fly fishing, and more. We want to know: Did you take full advantage ...read more
With the show floor cut in half, booths relegated only to the upper level, wider aisles, and plentiful gathering spaces that offered room for show-goers to really stretch out, this Winter Market was smaller and quieter than any before. Some exhibitors we spoke with felt it was a ...read more
Outdoor industry webinars have cropped up swiftly and relentlessly in the last few months. Since the pandemic began, it seems like every week there's a new online event (or five) covering all manner of coronavirus-related concerns, from applying for small business loans to ...read more
We all know Outdoor Retailer is leaving Utah. Where would you like to see it move? Since Outdoor Retailer announced its departure from long-time home in Salt Lake City and opened up the RFP process, cities and states around the country have been clambering for a chance to host ...read more
Your tour company or destination has a story to tell. You craft incredible new experiences, create connections with local people doing positive things for the community, and have a rich history to share. But you need to get those stories out into the world — a world increasingly ...read more
Today is a very special day for us here at SNEWS. Our print publication, The Voice, heads to the presses this evening despite major pandemic-related disruptions to the production process. We're very proud of everyone on the team for getting the issue across the finish line ...read more
