Sierra Designs, an environmental stewardship advocate, adventure seeker and authentic technical leader in developing innovative outdoor products including tents, sleeping bags and clothing announced its 2007-2008 alliance partnership programs to maximize product awareness and support sustainable practices.

For the second time in the three-year history of the event, freestyle kayaking World Champion Eric "EJ" Jackson was honored for his achievements with an Everest Award presented during the Teva Mountain Games at Vail.

Thule, the world leader in Sports Utility Transportation, announces the closing of the Case Logic acquisition after approval of relevant anti-trust authorities. The transaction was originally announced on April 30th, 2007.

I finally got a chance to release a new site template that I have been working on for the past several months. I have been quite busy with other projects and family that this has been pushed back ohh...at least 200 times.

I hope that you find it a little easier to navigate through. I still have some minor tweaking to do and I should have most things sorted out this week. Let me know if you notice any "disconnects".

Both events, underwritten by Kokatat, will be held from 12 - 1pm on Days 1 and 3 of the show and will feature women's paddling gear and skill training for experienced and newbie female paddlers.

"TAPS is very excited to be working with OIWC and Kokatat at this summer's Outdoor Retailer trade show. Promoting paddlesports to women is important for the health and growth of our sport. We appreciate what OIWC does on the industry side to promote women in paddling and all outdoor activities," stated TAPS Administrator Nikki Rekman.