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FIELD NOTES
🏔️ Nepalese authorities charged 32 people in an alleged fake rescue and insurance fraud scheme involving staged medical emergencies and inflated helicopter evacuation claims that defrauded insurers of nearly $20 million.
📉 Solo Brands, Inc. will be delisted from the NYSE due to insufficient market capitalization and will begin trading on the OTCQB Venture Market starting April 6.
🏞️ The National Parks Conservation Association raises concerns over the Trump Administration's 2027 budget proposal, which includes a $736 million reduction to National Park Service operations affecting over 430 parks.
💻 Northern Virginia's data center expansion, with 663 facilities operating and 595 more planned, is creating conflicts with historic battlefields and public lands due to land scarcity and high power demands.
PRESS RELEASES
BUSINESS
Gear Envie has received a patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for its Hikas gaiter design, which are featherweight, water-resistant cuffs worn inside footwear. The patented design provides a secure, debris-blocking seal without the bulk of traditional external gaiters, targeting trail runners and fast-packers seeking minimalist protection. Gear Envie
Thermore, an Italian sustainable synthetic insulation manufacturer, has appointed ultra-endurance athlete and Rocky Peak Marketing founder Don Reichelt as its North American Sales Representative to expand apparel partnerships across the U.S. market. Thermore
PRODUCTS & SERVICES

GSI Outdoors Travel Stack Collection
GSI Outdoors launched the Travel Stack Collection, a modular vacuum-insulated system with stackable containers that maintains hot or cold temperatures for hikers, campers, and backpackers. The system features 12oz and 16oz interchangeable components with leak-proof lids, allowing users to customize their meal storage for extended backcountry trips. GSI Outdoors
Mountain House launches two new high-protein freeze-dried entrees, Cajun Style Jambalaya and Breakfast Fried Rice, each containing 32g of protein per pouch. These additions to the backcountry menu are designed for rapid rehydration and provide a calorie-dense fueling option for high-exertion outdoor activities. Mountain House
Outdoor Sportsman Group launches Western Pursuit, a new annual 120-page publication covering western big-game hunting with sections on skills, field stories, and gear reviews. The premiere issue focuses on elk and mule deer tactics, featuring expert contributions from seasoned western guides and detailed equipment testing for rugged terrain. Outdoor Sportsman Group
Nocs Provisions launches the Spring Migration limited-edition optics collection in partnership with the National Audubon Society, featuring binoculars and monoculars highlighting threatened bird species. Available exclusively at REI, a portion of the proceeds from each sale supports Audubon's conservation efforts to protect migratory bird habitats across North America. Nocs Provisions
CORDURA Advanced Fabrics launches CORDURA Adventurer, a curated fabric collection for outdoor apparel, debuting at Functional Fabric Fair in Portland, Oregon on April 8-9. The collection features high-tenacity nylon 6,6 fiber technologies designed for enhanced durability, abrasion resistance, and lightweight performance in technical outerwear. CORDURA® Advanced Fabrics
OuterSpatial has launched the Team Plan, enabling outdoor organizations to establish an online presence, share visitor information, and access interactive features like Challenges for scavenger hunts and digital badges. The new subscription tier is designed for land trusts and local parks to increase visitor engagement through mobile-first navigation and community-driven trail reporting. OuterSpatial
KIPRUN launches in the United States with three performance running footwear models: KIPRIDE MAX, KIPSTORM ELITE, and KIPSUMMIT MAX for road and trail runners. The brand, a technical running specialist under the Decathlon umbrella, enters the U.S. market with a focus on high-performance carbon-plated and cushioned trainers at competitive price points. KIPRUN
World Fishing Network launches Reeling Around Wednesdays programming block starting at 6 p.m. ET, featuring fishing shows hosted by legendary anglers including Bill Dance, Roland Martin, and Jimmy Houston. The new block consolidates the network's most popular instructional and adventure series into a dedicated mid-week prime-time slot for angling enthusiasts. World Fishing Network
JOBS
NEW BearVault - Product Developer – Outdoor Gear (softgoods)
Track Shack Events - Event Operations Coordinator
Track Shack Events - Event Manager
Garmin International - Engineering Business Development Manager (Outdoor and Fitness Technology)
Red Bull - Manager, Brand & Partnerships
NOBULL - Manager, Brand Marketing
NOBULL - Merchandising Assistant
Elevate Outdoors - Product Line Manager - Snowboard
WHOOP - Senior Business Planning Manager
Wolverine Worldwide - Part Time Store Associate - Merrell
Stio - Brand Activations Manager
New Balance - Retail Sales Associate
Arc'teryx - Senior Manager, Platform Engineering
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