3+ hour, 47+ min ago  (134+ words) On Holding announced the formal opening of its first retail store in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood. The store measures roughly 2, 800 square feet. The company said in a media release that "the store blends On's contemporary design aesthetic with Boston's historic…...

4+ hour, 15+ min ago  (287+ words) Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) plans to host its annual Capitol Summit on April 28-29, 2026, bringing together leaders from across the U. S. outdoor recreation economy for two days of advocacy, policy engagement and direct dialogue with lawmakers. "Capitol Summit 2026 offers a unique opportunity…...

4+ hour, 33+ min ago  (282+ words) Schwan-Stabilo Outdoor, USA, the parent company of Deuter and Ortovox, has appointed Tom Mason as interim general manager, effective immediately. Mason succeeds Jonathan Degenhardt, who has led the brand for seven years. Additionally, Olivia Mayhew has been appointed sales manager…...

5+ hour, 17+ min ago  (353+ words) Industry voices to engage directly with policymakers on trade, public lands, and recreation policy At a pivotal moment marked by trade instability and expiring investments in public lands infrastructure, Capitol Summit 2026 offers a unique opportunity for business leaders to connect…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (361+ words) St. Croix Rod, the fishing gear maker based in Park Falls, WI, promoted Cristian Simpkins to social media coordinator. He continues as pro staff coordinator and show coordinator on the St. Croix marketing team. Simpkins began his professional career as…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (337+ words) NSGA's 2026 edition of tis Annual Sports Participation Study found 49 sports/activities - or 80 percent of the 61 tracked - showed increases in participation for 2025 compared to the prior year. Flag football, cheerleading, tennis, golf, pickleball and hiking were among the sports seeing the…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago  (240+ words) Outdoor online retailer Backcountry announced the launch of Backcountry Garage, a brand incubator platform, with Coalatree, a Utah-based eco-minded gear and apparel brand, marking its first acquisition. JM Fabrizi, Coalatree's president, becomes director of Backcountry Garage. The Backcountry Garage name…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago  (179+ words) Dick's Sporting Goods plans to open a House of Sport location in Sarasota, becoming the experiential concept's fourth location in the state of Florida and the first on the Suncoast. News of the opening was revealed by a post by…...

1+ day, 7+ hour ago  (147+ words) Nike signed on as the Official Apparel Partner for the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) and Women's Lacrosse League (WLL), replacing Champion. Beginning with the 2026 season, Nike will design and produce on-field uniforms and sideline apparel for PLL and WLL teams,…...

1+ day, 11+ hour ago  (250+ words) Roger Barton is stepping down as president of Outdoor Research (OR). The move comes after an eight year run at the technical apparel and outdoor gear company. Likewise, OR said Barton guided Outdoor Research through a period of significant industry…...