Outdoor recreation

Indian Motorcycle’s New 2021 Chieftain Elite Combines Unmatched Power With Bold, Custom-inspired Styling

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Automotive Manufacturing, Motorcycles, Manufacturing, General Automotive, Automotive, Indian Motocycle Manufacturing Company, MotorCycle, Transport, Companies, Outdoor recreation

Indian Motorcycle, Americas First Motorcycle Company, today unveiled the latest in its Elite lineup of ultra-premium, limited edition motorcycles with the 2021 Chieftain Elite.

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  • Indian Motorcycle, Americas First Motorcycle Company, today unveiled the latest in its Elite lineup of ultra-premium, limited edition motorcycles with the 2021 Chieftain Elite.
  • Combining unmatched power with bold, custom-inspired styling, the 2021 Chieftain Elite was designed for riders who demand the best of the best and want to stand out from the crowd.
  • Riders can personalize their 2021 Chieftain Elite and truly make it their own through a robust offering of authentic Indian Motorcycle accessories.
  • Indian Motorcycles easy-to-use, state-of-the-art technology found throughout the 2021 Chieftain Elite delivers a next-level riding experience.

Avantis Systems: Free VR Social Engagement Platform for Schools Launched to Combat Isolation Among Children

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Monday, March 1, 2021
Outdoor recreation, Parks, Play, Playground, Tuson, Virtual reality, Simulation

GLOUCESTER, England, March 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A new virtual reality technology designed to simulate the playground experience launches today in an effort to combat isolation and improve wellbeing amongst children stuck at home.

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  • GLOUCESTER, England, March 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A new virtual reality technology designed to simulate the playground experience launches today in an effort to combat isolation and improve wellbeing amongst children stuck at home.
  • With disruption to classrooms likely to continue for several months, it is essential that children are able to interact with their peers during the school day.
  • Each 'VRroom' is easy for students to navigate and can mimic locations such as a beach, playground and theme park.
  • Nik Tuson, CEO of Avantis, says: "Research suggests that 76 percent of parents and carers are worried that their children are lonely.

SYNLawnⓇ Unveils New and Enhanced Artificial Turf Products for New Year

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Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Textile arts, Textiles, Sustainable agriculture, Lawn care, Outdoor recreation, Parks, Playground, Biobased product, Pile, Sod, Yarn

SYNLawn will soon have five new additions that have earned Certified Biobased Product labels from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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  • SYNLawn will soon have five new additions that have earned Certified Biobased Product labels from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
  • "SYNLawn is committed to sustainability ," said George Neagle, executive vice president at SYNLawn.
  • The new offerings include:
    SYNPro PET: The low pile turf is an ideal choice for pets and their parents.
  • SYNLawn PLAY PLATINUM STX43 with Super Yarn: Designed for playgrounds as a safe turf for kids of all ages with non-abrasive grass blades.

Camping World Holdings Continues Expansion of Dealer Network with Planned Acquisition of Flagg RV in New England

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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Sports, Travel, Automotive, Specialty, Vacation, Outdoors, Recreational vehicles, Retail, Bowling Green, Kentucky, Camping World, Outdoor recreation, Camping, Marcus Lemonis, Recreational vehicle, Lemonis, Travel, Human activities

Flagg RV has been a family owned and operated business in the RV industry for over 30 years and brings a team with great passion and energy to our company, said Marcus Lemonis, CEO and Chairman of Camping World Holdings.

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  • Flagg RV has been a family owned and operated business in the RV industry for over 30 years and brings a team with great passion and energy to our company, said Marcus Lemonis, CEO and Chairman of Camping World Holdings.
  • We will continue the pursuit of Flagg RVs key initiatives which include expansion into the states of Rhode Island and Connecticut.
  • Various improvements will be made at both locations as they transition to the Camping World brand with a target date of mid-April 2021.
  • Camping World is always looking for seasoned and professional RV sales associates, technicians, and retail support to assist with locations across the country.

Endurance athletes can now go the distance with Garmin Enduro, the GPS multisport watch with superior battery life

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Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Consumer electronics, Health, Sports, Running, Technology, Fitness & Nutrition, Biking, Cycling, Dirt biking, Outdoor recreation, Garmin, Schaffhausen, Enduro, Dual-sport motorcycle, Technology, Sports

And with Enduro on their wrist, ultraperformance athletes can focus on the competition instead of their battery life.

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  • And with Enduro on their wrist, ultraperformance athletes can focus on the competition instead of their battery life.
  • Created with endurance athletes in mind, Enduros lightweight and durable design features a new UltraFit nylon strap and optional DLC coated titanium bezel.
  • Designed to endure, runners and cyclists can quickly adjust settings to disable certain features to get the longest battery life on a Garmin wearable to date.
  • Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere.

REI adventure travel broadens US trip offerings in response to demand for active vacations

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Thursday, February 11, 2021
Recreational Equipment, Inc., Outdoor recreation, Human activities, Retailing, Adventure travel, Backpacking

SEATTLE, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In recent months, REI adventure travel has engaged with hundreds of co-op members who wish to plan safe and responsible active vacations.

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  • SEATTLE, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In recent months, REI adventure travel has engaged with hundreds of co-op members who wish to plan safe and responsible active vacations.
  • With more than 100 itineraries across the United States, REI is the largest operator of adventure travel tours in the country.
  • In addition, REI continues to diversify with expansion in hiking, backpacking, cycling, women's, Under 35, families, and weekend adventures.
  • Adventurers can take the trip of a lifetime with REI's active adventure travel company, a global leader that runs more than 200 itineraries across all continents.

Trove Appoints Gayle Tait as President and Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Online Retail, Fashion, Other Retail, Retail, Department Stores, Sports equipment, National Library of Australia, Trove, Outdoor recreation, Non-store retailing, Patagonia, Inc., Recreational Equipment, Inc.

Trove, a company that powers circular shopping for leading brands, including Levis, Patagonia, REI, Eileen Fisher and Arcteryx, today announced that it has appointed Gayle Tait as President and Chief Operating Officer.

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  • Trove, a company that powers circular shopping for leading brands, including Levis, Patagonia, REI, Eileen Fisher and Arcteryx, today announced that it has appointed Gayle Tait as President and Chief Operating Officer.
  • Taits appointment follows a year of milestone achievements for Trove, including significant revenue growth, a new partnership with Levis, sustainability progress and industry recognition.
  • Circular shopping is the fastest-growing retail segment and were very excited to have Gayle join us at this key moment to further propel our growing business, said Andy Ruben, CEO of Trove.
  • Im thrilled to join Trove at this important inflection point for the industry, said Gayle Tait, President and COO of Trove.

New novel goes on a deep dive into friendships, family and loyalties by following a penny

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Scoutcraft, Outdoor recreation, Backpacking

He has written for HomeLife magazine, The Graphic, and private and public blogs.

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  • He has written for HomeLife magazine, The Graphic, and private and public blogs.
  • His freelance articles have appeared nationwide and in the James Beard Award-winning publication, Edibles magazine.
  • His outdoor activities include kayaking, fly-fishing, backpacking, snowshoeing, and enjoying a good bottle of scotch.
  • With unique resources to support books of all kind, Archway Publishing offers a specialized approach to help every author reach his or her desired audience.

Kalkomey Enterprises Acquires Campfire Collective

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Thursday, February 4, 2021
Camping, Fireplaces, Light sources, Communal Areas Management Programme for Indigenous Resources, Recreation, Campfire, Outdoor recreation, Richardson, Texas, Skills, Learning, Articles

RICHARDSON, Texas, Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kalkomey Enterprises, a leading provider in the outdoor recreation sector for safety education and agency management solutions, announces the acquisition of Campfire Collective, a Peterborough, ON-based online provider of safety education for outdoor pursuits.

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  • RICHARDSON, Texas, Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kalkomey Enterprises, a leading provider in the outdoor recreation sector for safety education and agency management solutions, announces the acquisition of Campfire Collective, a Peterborough, ON-based online provider of safety education for outdoor pursuits.
  • The addition of Campfire Collective brands to the Kalkomey portfolio will further improve our ability to deliver best-in-industry education to outdoor enthusiasts."
  • Jason Alexander, CEO Kalkomey Enterprises
    Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Richardson, TX, Kalkomey is a leading provider of online recreational safety education, certifications, and cloud-based agency management solutions.
  • "Campfire Collective, Kalkomey, and our partners share the same mission We're passionate about introducing and activating outdoor pursuits and helping people participate with confidence.

LAND Electric Motorcycles to Order up to 2,000 Coil Drivers from Exro

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Thursday, February 4, 2021
Cleveland CycleWerks, MotorCycle, Electric motorcycles and scooters, Transport, Individual sports, Outdoor recreation

LAND produces a US made, powerful, lightweight electric motorcycle called the District that showcases innovative vehicle design and craftsmanship for an enhanced riding experience.

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  • LAND produces a US made, powerful, lightweight electric motorcycle called the District that showcases innovative vehicle design and craftsmanship for an enhanced riding experience.
  • LAND is founded by industry veteran Scott Colosimo, who also founded Cleveland CycleWerks, which has been manufacturing gas motorcycles for more than 11 years.
  • Exro and LAND have agreed to cooperate to optimize the powertrain for the District motorcycle with the Coil Driver.
  • "We are so glad to be collaborating with LAND to optimize their motorcycle's powertrain", said Sue Ozdemir, Chief Executive Officer of Exro.