2020 was the year of virtual trade shows and the question on everyone’s mind now is whether or not 2021 will look the same. According to the organizers of the twice-annual surf and water sports event, Surf Expo, the answer is a definitive “no.” If that show is any sort of ...read more
Industry headlines: Intriguing reads from around the web Grants for marginalized communities: In Solidarity Project, the organization that oversees the Outdoor CEO Diversity Pledge, has announced a grant program to support underrepresented and underserved people in the outdoors. ...read more
A young woman injured in a 2017 accident involving an ENO hammock has sued the brand's parent company, Eagles Nest Outfitters, for unspecified damages to be determined at trial. Erin Field, 23, was paralyzed from the neck down after a brick chimney—to which an ENO hammock had ...read more
North Carolina's Outdoor Recreation Industry Office has a new leader—and it was an obvious choice. Amy Allison steps into the role after working as marketing and PR manager at Eagles Nest Outfitters (ENO) and co-founding a coalition of outdoor brands based in Western North ...read more
If you're roaming around the show floor on Sunday, stop by these booths for to support outdoor causes and snag some awesome deals while supplies last. Alpine Provisions (49002-UL): 50 percent off with the code "WINTEROR2018" at alpineprovisionsco.com American Alpine Club ...read more
Outdoor brands who partner with Insect Shield have new evidence to boast about. A recently-released study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found that clothing treated with insecticide permethrin really does deter ticks, including those that carry ...read more
Hang a few straps around some stable trees and hammocks can elevate—literally and figuratively—your park visit or camping trip. Vote now for the brand making the best. Speaking of getting cozy outside, you can also vote for the best sleeping pads, sleeping bags, and tents. ...read more
If you read anything today, make it Industry Buzz. Here are today's must-read headlines: Have a news tip? We've created a new form where you can submit tips and story ideas. We'll be checking it often to ensure we don't miss anything. In an opinion column in the Albuquerque ...read more