Environment
Most complete Earth map published
The most complete terrain map of the Earth’s surface has been published. The Global Digital Elevation Map is drawn from 1.3 million images, covers 99% of the Earth's surface, and will be free to download and use.
NPS and Access Fund sign agreement to work together
The National Park Service and the Access Fund have signed a memorandum of understanding that frames a cooperative relationship between the climbing community and the NPS and outlines their common interests, such as conservation and planning.
EU to Ban Iodine for Disinfecting Water
The European Union (EU) has announced that iodine will no longer be sold or supplied for use in disinfecting drinking water after October 25, 2009. This announcement directly impacts all 27 countries in the EU.
Harvard study links BPA levels to drinking from polycarbonate bottles
A new study from the Harvard School of Public Health is the first to directly show that drinking from polycarbonate bottles raises BPA levels in urine.
Outdoor Retailer: The National Parks: America’s Best Idea
Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns says he’s been trying to understand how our country works for thirty years. You never answer the question, says Burns. You deepen it. He expands on these questions and others in his new documentary series The National Parks: America’s Best Idea.
Outdoor Retailer: BPA Free
The outdoor industry has a new catchphrase: “BPA Free. ” In the wake of the BPA scare that Trailspace has followed over the past year, all the major...
Osprey Seeks Youth LNT Essays for Contest
Osprey is seeking great writing that highlights kids' adventures and demonstrates an understanding of Leave No Trace.
CamelBak Announces Entire Bottle Line Now BPA-Free
CamelBak has converted its entire line of polycarbonate re-usable water bottles to a new material that is 100% free of bisphenol-A and phthalates.
"Buy One Get One Tree" with Chaco this Arbor Day Weekend
For each pair of Chaco footwear sold April 25-27, the National Arbor Day Foundation will plant a tree in a national park.
Nalgene to Phase Out Bottles Containing BPA
Nalgene will phase out production of its polycarbonate containers that include Bisphenol-A (BPA).
“Pass on the Passion” with Osprey’s Pack Recycling Program
Recycle old packs for a good use and get a 10-percent discount on the purchase of a new Osprey pack.
Quiet Commotion Summit: April 30 - May 2
The 5th annual Quiet Commotion Summit is coming to Boise, Idaho, April 30 - May 2.
Celebrate National Wildlife Week April 19-27
Take the time to enjoy wildlife this spring and observe National Wildlife Week April 19-27.
Sierra Designs Earns Sprout Award for Green Effect Program
Rock & Ice has acknowledged Sierra Designs with the Sprout Award for its commitments to green business.
Sierra Club Wins Outdoor Ambassador Award
The Sierra Club is the winner of the Outdoor Industry Association's 2008 Ambassador Award.
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