Category Archives: Trends

KEEN Officially Proclaims ‘Recess Is Back’

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Confined to an office cube? Working overtime? Constantly on call and online? Multitasking while trying to multitask? It's time to reclaim playtime and escape to the outdoors for a much-needed break. KEEN Footwear officially proclaims “Recess is Back.”At a time when the world is moving further into the digital age, people are becoming more disconnected from the outdoors, and the nation is experienc...

Outdoor Industry Association Celebrates Proclamation of Colorado Outdoor Stewardship Day

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Just a day before Earth Day and recognizing Colorado's unique outdoor heritage, Gov. John Hickenlooper signed a proclamation recognizing April 21, 2011 as Colorado Outdoor Stewardship Day during a ceremony at the Capitol. “We commend the Gov. Hickenlooper for his leadership in protecting our public lands and believe that his action can be a model for other states,” said Frank Hugelmeyer, president...

Cascade Designs Sends Relief Supplies to Japan through Operation USA

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Cascade Designs has donated mattresses, water reservoirs and dry storage bags to Operation USA, assisting to meet the basic needs of up to 4,000 citizens in the aftermath of the recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan.Working with a well-established network of local partners—including Peace Winds Japan and Second Harvest—Operation USA is focusing its efforts on supporting communities that may be ov...

Army Releases Public Service Announcement on Adaptive Sports for Wounded Warriors

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The Army Warrior Transition Command (WTC) released a 60-second public service announcement (PSA) on adaptive sports. This PSA showcases the resilient spirit, competitive nature and physical abilities of wounded warriors through adaptive sports.“The wounded soldiers I've met are not discouraged by their injuries,” said Brig. Gen. Darryl Williams, Commander of the Warrior Transition Command. “Instea...

Forest Service Exceeds 2010 Goal to Reduce Wildfire Risk

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The U.S. Forest Service reduced the risk of wildfire to communities and natural resources on nearly 3 million acres of National Forest System lands across the country in 2010, according to Congressional testimony today by U.S. Forest Chief Tom Tidwell.The agency exceeded its 2010 goal to reduce wildfire risk on 2.3 million acres by completing work on more than 2.94 million acres, approximately the...

America’s Great Outdoors Initiative Reconnects Children, Youth and Families with Nature

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The Outdoors Alliance for Kids commends President Barack Obama for highlighting the importance of reconnecting children, youth and families with nature in the America's Great Outdoors report released today.More than 100,000 Americans provided input into this report, both online and in person at more than 50 general and youth listening sessions across the country last summer and fall. Their collect...

More Baby Boomers Play Extreme Sports and Take Their Lumps

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Winter extreme sports like snowboarding, freestyle skiing and snow-kiting are becoming popular among Baby Boomers bored with the treadmill, but they're also taking their lumps in order to participate. The Winter X Games, kicking off its 15th annual festivities next week in Aspen, Colo., have helped push the popularity – as well as the bruises.Roughly 28 percent more Boomers report extreme-sports r...

Hi-Tec Petitions International Olympic Committee for Liquid Mountaineering Recognition

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Hi-Tec Sports, a leading outdoor footwear and apparel brand, today announced it is petitioning the International Olympic Committee to have “Liquid Mountaineering” officially recognized as an Olympic sport and considered for the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England.In 2010, Hi-Tec brought to the world's attention the thrilling new sport of Liquid Mountaineering. The sport achieves what man has tri...

Online Nature Guide Training Program Provides Career/Volunteer Opportunities For Outdoor, Wilderness Enthusiasts

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Learning how to share a love of nature with others is now just a few clicks away with a new online, distance learning program that can turn a hobby or interest into something more, maybe even a career. The Nature Guiding program offered by the Center for Professional Development at Excelsior College is ideal for aspiring park rangers, volunteers or professionals who want to become outdoor educato...

Old Farmer’s Almanac Web Site Launches Snow Report

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The Old Farmer's Almanac's Web site, Almanac.com, has launched a new Snow Report section created especially for skiers, snowboarders, and other outdoor enthusiasts. While other winter weather Web sites focus on current conditions, the Snow Report gives users access to The Old Farmer's Almanac's famous 80 percent accurate long-range weather forecasts as well as a whole lot more.

Wolves Provide a Buffer Against Climate Change

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As Senators Mark Udall and John McCain held a formal hearing in Estes Park today concerning global climate change and its impact on national parks, conservationists called on the senators to acknowledge the roll that gray wolves necessarily play in buffering against the effects of climate change.

Outdoor Industry Association commends House and Senate introductions of U.S. OUTDOOR Act

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Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) hailed Friday's introduction of the U.S. OUTDOOR Act, groundbreaking legislation that was introduced simultaneously in the United States House of Representatives (H.R. 3168) and United States Senate (S. 1439). Led by Representatives Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), Greg Walden (R-OR), Niki Tsongas (D-MA), Darrell Issa (R-CA), Jim Matheson (D-UT), Jared Polis (D-CO) and Todd Akin (R-MO) in the House and Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Mike Enzi (R-WY) and Charles Schumer (D-NY) in the Senate, the U.S. OUTDOOR Act is the realization of two years of development and consultation between OIA, outdoor industry apparel manufacturers, the U.S. textile industry and these leaders in Congress.