I discuss the challenging economics facing the outdoor industry with Bill Amos, founder of the recently shuttered brand NW Alpine.
How two recent campaigns by Mammut and Arc’teryx reveal the precarious state of brand identity.
The outdoor world hasn’t fully tuned in yet, but platforms like Whatnot are changing how gear is bought...and who’s buying it.
Well, maybe not "dead". But it has been pretty heavily absorbed into general "culture" and lost much of its previously distinct identity.
The latest land sale proposal from Senator Mike Leeis deeply flawed, but the housing conversation it sparks is one outdoor advocates can’t ignore.
Airbnb wants to be more than just a place to book a stay. But can it really pull off becoming the next great “travel super app"?
Rising tensions and shifting global perceptions are keeping travelers away from the U.S. Thea impact will show up in mountain towns and gateway cities.
It’s been a while since I’ve done a mailbag. If you’re new to Here & There, I like to revisit reader feedback every now and then to address important questions and touch on any updates or revisions to my thoughts.
As glaciers recede and seasons shrink, one of skiing’s most iconic routes feels increasingly fragile.
A viral post, backlash at REI, and the launch of Nature Is Nonpartisan reveal just how fractured environmental politics have become.
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The Norwegian brand is leading the way in the outdoor industry when it comes to omni-channel marketing strategies.
Layoffs will have a significant affect on public lands and institutions this year.