Outdoor recreation

The North Face Unveils Official Sport Climbing Competition Uniforms For Tokyo

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

b'DENVER, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The North Face today unveiled the official sport climbing competition uniforms to be worn by athletes from the U.S., Japan, South Korea and Austria in Tokyo.\nFounded by climbers, The North Face has been designing world-class climbing apparel for more than 50 years.

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  • b'DENVER, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The North Face today unveiled the official sport climbing competition uniforms to be worn by athletes from the U.S., Japan, South Korea and Austria in Tokyo.\nFounded by climbers, The North Face has been designing world-class climbing apparel for more than 50 years.
  • "\nIn developing the uniforms, The North Face drew inspiration from its roots in Swiss design.
  • "\nIn designing the uniforms for the U.S., Japan, South Korea and Austria, The North Face interpreted each country\'s flag using the Swiss grid system.
  • The North Face products are available at premium and specialty retail sporting goods stores globally and we are headquartered in California on a LEED Platinum-certified campus.

Inflatable Sleeping Pad for Camping & Backpacking Receives Accolades

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021

b'FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Hyke & Byke is pleased to reveal that its recently launched sleeping pad for camping and backpacking has made a promising start in Amazon.

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  • b'FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Hyke & Byke is pleased to reveal that its recently launched sleeping pad for camping and backpacking has made a promising start in Amazon.
  • Many Amazon shoppers have already recommended this camping mattress pad for camping, backpacking, hiking, and bike packing.
  • Ultralight backpacking, bouldering, and camping are hobbies, a mindset, and a way of life that we want to share with everyone," said a senior spokesperson from Hyke & Byke spokesperson.\nThe sleeping mattresses from Hyke & Byke are available in standard and ultralight sizes.
  • Also, with its single-side rapid air discharge valve,the product deflates quickly.\n"Super compact and light sleeping pad with exceptional comfort and pad thickness.

Yamaha Delivers Essential Support to Public Lands for Outdoor Recreation

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021

In total, Yamaha granted more than $350,000 in 2020 while supplying essential support to public lands providing vital access to outdoor recreation across the country.

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  • In total, Yamaha granted more than $350,000 in 2020 while supplying essential support to public lands providing vital access to outdoor recreation across the country.
  • The Yamaha OAI program continues to lead the powersports industry in providing direct monetary support to grassroots efforts helping to protect, expand, and improve entry to public spaces off-road for motorized recreation.
  • Yamaha is proud to continue supporting our riders favorite outdoor activities, including OHV riding, hunting, camping and fishing, through the Outdoor Access Initiative.
  • For more than 12 years, Yamaha has issued quarterly grants to non-profit organizations supporting the needs of riding groups, outdoor enthusiasts, land stewardship organizations, and public land managers to improve access to public land for outdoor recreation.

Campgrounds Report Advanced Bookings Up Over 50%

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Tuesday, March 30, 2021

In a survey of 2,000 campgrounds and RV parks performed by CampgroundViews.com nearly two-thirds of respondents stated that their advanced bookings are up 50% over average for the 2021 camping season.

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  • In a survey of 2,000 campgrounds and RV parks performed by CampgroundViews.com nearly two-thirds of respondents stated that their advanced bookings are up 50% over average for the 2021 camping season.
  • 24% of respondents are seeing advanced bookings up over 80% for the same period.
  • "The outdoors and camping provide a safer alternative to other forms of travel and vacations," stated Mark Koep, Founder and CEO of CampgroundViews.com.
  • "We expect 2021 to be the year of camping with record numbers of Americans camping in tents, RVs and glamping accommodations."

Camping World Holdings Continues Expansion with West Virginia Acquisition

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Monday, March 29, 2021

Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (Camping World or The Company), Americas Recreation Dealer, today announced an agreement to acquire Trailer City RV dealership in Fairmont, WV.

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  • Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (Camping World or The Company), Americas Recreation Dealer, today announced an agreement to acquire Trailer City RV dealership in Fairmont, WV.
  • The acquisition agreement is anticipated to close in May 2021 and will be the Companys first location in the state of West Virginia.
  • We continue to march towards our goal of operating a recreational dealer platform in the 48 contiguous states, said Marcus Lemonis, CEO and Chairman of Camping World Holdings.
  • Camping World is always looking for seasoned and professional RV sales associates, technicians, and retail support to assist with locations across the country.

NuORDER Announces Partnership With Black Diamond Equipment

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Thursday, March 18, 2021

LOS ANGELES, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NuORDER, the premiere wholesale B2B e-commerce platform, announces its partnership with Black Diamond Equipment, the global innovator in climbing, skiing, mountain sports equipment and apparel.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NuORDER, the premiere wholesale B2B e-commerce platform, announces its partnership with Black Diamond Equipment, the global innovator in climbing, skiing, mountain sports equipment and apparel.
  • "Black Diamond Equipment is excited to partner with NuORDER to create a more collaborative, immersive buying experience for our independent specialty retailers," said Jeff Pratt, Black Diamond Equipment's North American sales manager.
  • Black Diamond Equipment will join a growing list of iconic sporting goods, outdoor, surf and apparel brands that have selected NuORDER as their B2B platform of choice.
  • For more information, please visit www.nuorder.com
    About Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. |Black Diamond Equipment is a manufacturer of equipment and clothing for climbing, skiing and mountain sports.

Premiumization of Hiking and Trail Running Footwear Drives Growth in the Global Hiking and Trail Footwear Market to 2024 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, March 16, 2021

The report on hiking and trail footwear market provide a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as key vendor analysis.

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  • The report on hiking and trail footwear market provide a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as key vendor analysis.
  • The market is driven by the increasing premiumization of hiking and trail running footwear and rising prominence of hiking and trail running as an outdoor recreational activity.
  • This study identifies the growing support for outdoor hiking and trail running through associations as another of the prime reasons driving the hiking and trail footwear market growth during the next few years.
  • Also, the hiking and trail footwear market analysis report includes information on upcoming trends and challenges that will influence market growth.

Patagonia Exercises Option to Acquire the Mina Angela Property

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Saturday, March 13, 2021

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Patagonia Gold Corp. (Patagonia or the Company) (TSXV: PGDC) announces the Company has exercised the option pursuant to the previously announced definitive option agreement (the Definitive Agreement) to acquire the Mina Angela property.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Patagonia Gold Corp. (Patagonia or the Company) (TSXV: PGDC) announces the Company has exercised the option pursuant to the previously announced definitive option agreement (the Definitive Agreement) to acquire the Mina Angela property.
  • As announced on September 15, 2020, Patagonia signed the Definitive Agreement with Latin Metals Inc. (Latin Metals), which granted Patagonia an irrevocable option to acquire a 100% interest in the Mina Angela property, which was subsequently assigned to its wholly-owned subsidiary, Huemules S.A.
  • The Mina Angela property is situated in the Somuncura Massif of southern Argentina and is comprised of 44 individual mining claims.
  • In connection with exercising the option, Patagonia (through its subsidiary) will pay Latin Metals the second earn-in payment of US$250,000.

Camping World Holdings Announces Planned Acquisition of Nielson RV in Utah

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Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (Camping World), Americas Recreation Dealer, today announced that an agreement has been signed to acquire Nielson RV.

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  • Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (Camping World), Americas Recreation Dealer, today announced that an agreement has been signed to acquire Nielson RV.
  • The state of Utah has many great RV and outdoor venues, said Marcus Lemonis, CEO and Chairman of Camping World Holdings.
  • Camping World will have five locations in Utah once the acquisitions are complete.
  • Camping World is always looking for seasoned and professional RV sales associates, technicians, and retail support to assist with locations across the country.

Woodcraft Names New VP for Retail and Franchise Operations

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Monday, March 8, 2021

"Andrew has a firm foundation from which to approach this new opportunity," Woodcraft President and CEO Jack Bigger said.

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  • "Andrew has a firm foundation from which to approach this new opportunity," Woodcraft President and CEO Jack Bigger said.
  • Bondi started at Woodcraft in June of 2000 as a Vendor Manager.
  • Over the next 20 years, he held numerous positions within the organization, including Power Tool Manager, Director of Product Development, Director of Multi-Channel Sales and Director of Retail Operations.
  • To learn about Woodcraft franchise opportunities, visit woodcraftfranchise.com or email [email protected] .