Outdoor recreation

Thousands Of Girls, Boys, And Families Celebrate Historic Launch Of Scouts BSA

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Friday, February 1, 2019
Scouting, Advancement and recognition in the Boy Scouts of America, Boy Scouts of America, Human behavior, Outdoor recreation, Venturing, Eagle Scout, Sea Scouting, Exploring, Boy Scouts of America membership controversies, Scouting/USA

For more than five decades, the Boy Scouts of America has been welcoming young women into its Venturing, Exploring, Sea Scouts and STEM Scouts programs.

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  • For more than five decades, the Boy Scouts of America has been welcoming young women into its Venturing, Exploring, Sea Scouts and STEM Scouts programs.
  • And today, the BSA is further expanding that legacy by welcoming young women into Scouts BSA.
  • For many young women, the opportunity to join Scouts BSA comes after years of attending Scouting events with their families.
  • The BSA will celebrate our inaugural class of female Eagle Scouts in 2020.

Los Angeles Area Girls Prepare For Launch Of Scouts BSA

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Thursday, January 31, 2019
Scouting, World Organization of the Scout Movement, Outdoor recreation, Boy Scouts of America, Cub Scout, Boy Scouting, Scout troop, Boy Scouts of America membership controversies, Michael B. Surbaugh

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Girls from across Los Angeles are gearing up to join the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) in its most iconic program this February.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Girls from across Los Angeles are gearing up to join the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) in its most iconic program this February.
  • Alexis and countless other girls will join local troops next month thanks to the BSA's historic decision to open the Boy Scout program, which will be called Scouts BSA, to both boys and girls ages 11-17.
  • Numerous Troops have already formed in anticipation for the launch of Scouts BSA, from Beverly Hills and Culver City, to the San Fernando Valley, and Lancaster.
  • Some of the girls who plan to join Troop 2019 are coming from the BSA's Cub Scout program, which opened to girls age 5-10 in 2018.

InventHelp Inventor Designs Portable Protective Accessory for Outdoor Activities (JMC-2177)

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Wednesday, January 30, 2019
Survival Skills, Learning, Skills, Camping equipment, Human behavior, Procedural knowledge, Scoutcraft, Tent, Tailgating, Sport utility vehicle, Camping, Outdoor recreation

The invention provides added protection against sun, rain and other weather while engaging in outdoor activities like tailgating and camping.

Key Points: 
  • The invention provides added protection against sun, rain and other weather while engaging in outdoor activities like tailgating and camping.
  • In doing so, it offers an alternative to traditional portable tents and shades.
  • As a result, it could enhance comfort and convenience and it could make outdoor activities more enjoyable.
  • The invention features a user-friendly and portable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and the owners of trucks and SUVs.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Motorcycle Seat Cover (CBA-3542)

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Thursday, January 24, 2019
Motorcycling, Transport, MotorCycle, British Motorcyclists Federation, Outdoor recreation

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- An inventor from Greenville, S.C., has developed the SMITH SEAT SYSTEM, a seat covering for use on a parked motorcycle.

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  • PITTSBURGH, Jan. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- An inventor from Greenville, S.C., has developed the SMITH SEAT SYSTEM, a seat covering for use on a parked motorcycle.
  • "I want to protect motorcycle seats from the elements, as well as allow a rider to return to their motorcycle and not have a scalding seat to sit on.
  • The SMITH SEAT SYSTEM conveniently shades and covers a seat to avoid overheating, UV damage, dust/dirt accumulation, rain, etc.
  • It will prevent painful burns from the hot seat, as well as spare motorcyclists clean-up time due to debris.

Lake George, New York, Hosts Fifth Annual AdventureELEVATE 2019; Agenda Features Innovation, Improv

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Thursday, January 24, 2019
Adventure travel, Outdoor education, Outdoor recreation

The event's recently released agenda features an engaging selection of topics, including environmental protection, collaboration with outdoor recreation partners and travel agents, and finding answers in unexpected places through a fully immersive improvisational comedy workshop.

Key Points: 
  • The event's recently released agenda features an engaging selection of topics, including environmental protection, collaboration with outdoor recreation partners and travel agents, and finding answers in unexpected places through a fully immersive improvisational comedy workshop.
  • AdventureELEVATE's agenda also includes built-in time for traditional media and influencer marketing delegates to participate in one-on-one networking meetings with representatives from adventure travel businesses and destinations.
  • Delegates will immerse themselves in Lake George activities during the Day of Adventure, which includes hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, whitewater rafting, and cycling.
  • In its fifth year, AdventureELEVATE is considered one of the most important and practical professional adventure travel trade events in North America.

Lake George, New York, Hosts Fifth Annual AdventureELEVATE 2019; Agenda Features Innovation, Improv

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Thursday, January 24, 2019
Adventure travel, Outdoor education, Outdoor recreation

The event's recently released agenda features an engaging selection of topics, including environmental protection, collaboration with outdoor recreation partners and travel agents, and finding answers in unexpected places through a fully immersive improvisational comedy workshop.

Key Points: 
  • The event's recently released agenda features an engaging selection of topics, including environmental protection, collaboration with outdoor recreation partners and travel agents, and finding answers in unexpected places through a fully immersive improvisational comedy workshop.
  • AdventureELEVATE's agenda also includes built-in time for traditional media and influencer marketing delegates to participate in one-on-one networking meetings with representatives from adventure travel businesses and destinations.
  • Delegates will immerse themselves in Lake George activities during the Day of Adventure, which includes hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, whitewater rafting, and cycling.
  • In its fifth year, AdventureELEVATE is considered one of the most important and practical professional adventure travel trade events in North America.

GoAllOutdoors.com Ranks the Best and Worst Winter States in the U.S. for Outdoor Recreation

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Thursday, January 24, 2019
States of the United States, New England, Vermont, Outdoor recreation, UTAH, United States, Country subdivisions, Countries in North America

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Jan. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GoAllOutdoors.com has ranked the best and worst winter states in the U.S. for outdoor recreation.

Key Points: 
  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Jan. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GoAllOutdoors.com has ranked the best and worst winter states in the U.S. for outdoor recreation.
  • "We set out to rank winter states in the U.S. by how friendly each was for outdoor activities, using objective data and criteria," said Matt Rowan, co-founder of GoAllOutdoors.com.
  • The top-3 winter states for outdoor recreation (from best to worst) were Wyoming, Colorado and Utah.
  • The bottom-3 winter states for outdoor activities (starting with the worst) were Vermont, Rhode Island and Indiana.

Lightning Motorcycles Announces All-New Lightning Strike

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Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Lightning Motorcycle, Electric motorcycles and scooters, MotorCycle, Transport, Vehicles, Outdoor recreation

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Lightning Motorcycles, manufacturer of the world's highest performance electric motorcycles, is ready to take the industry by storm.

Key Points: 
  • SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Lightning Motorcycles, manufacturer of the world's highest performance electric motorcycles, is ready to take the industry by storm.
  • After years of developing the most advanced electric motorcycle technology in the world while dominating racetracks and setting land speed records with the LS-218 Superbike, Lightning is announcing the upcoming launch of the all-new Lightning Strike - the world's first premium mass-market electric motorcycle.
  • Lightning Motorcycles manufactures the highest performing and most advanced electric motorcycles in the world.
  • For any media inquiries, please reach out to Matt Schulwitz, Lightning Motorcycles VP Communications, at mschulwitz(at)lightningmotorcycle.com

Space Craft and Volta Announce Sustainable Luxury RV with First Ever Automotive-Grade Li-Ion System for Fifth Wheel

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Friday, January 18, 2019
Camping, Recreational vehicle, Lithium-ion battery, Fifth-wheel coupling, Lithium, Innovation, Human behavior, Outdoor recreation, Science

to bring the first Fifth Wheel RV featuring an automotive-grade lithium ion system to market.

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  • to bring the first Fifth Wheel RV featuring an automotive-grade lithium ion system to market.
  • The 2019 Space Craft is specifically designed to meet increased demand for off-grid capabilities, high comfort and environmental responsibility.
  • "Space Craft is leading the RV market with the most innovative and sustainable Fifth Wheel RV on the road today," said Greg Wallman, president of Space Craft.
  • Founded in 1962, Space Craft builds custom Fifth Wheel trailers with a focus on quality and innovation.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Interactive Fishing Bobber (PIT-862)

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Tuesday, January 15, 2019
Bobber, Human behavior, Fishing float, Fishing, Outdoor recreation, Recreation

After some creative thinking, he redesigned a standard fishing bobber to make that happen.

Key Points: 
  • After some creative thinking, he redesigned a standard fishing bobber to make that happen.
  • He developed REMOTE BOBBY to enable a fisherman to direct the movement of a fishing bobber remotely.
  • His intention was to make fishing even more fun by increasing the likelihood of more successful catches.
  • Built to withstand long-term use, this novel accessory is lightweight, compact and easy to operate, making it also ideal for children just learning to cast.