Big Agnes, manufacturer of award-winning sleeping bags, pads and tents, enters its seventh year of business reporting record sales growth. Additionally, brand recognition is stronger than ever, as Big Agnes has earned several of the outdoor industry’s most coveted awards for new product in 2007.

Johnson Outdoors Paddlesports, a leader in the recreational boating community, is pleased to announce the launch of two new websites for their paddling accessory brands: Extrasport® Tech Wear and PFD’s and Carlisle® Paddle Gear. Site development for Lendal® Paddles, a recent addition to the Paddlesports portfolio, is currently underway and will launch in June 2007.

RACINE, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Johnson Outdoors Inc. (Nasdaq: JOUT), a leading global outdoor recreation company, today announced net sales of $122.1 million for the second quarter ended March 30, 2007, a 14 percent increase compared to net sales of $107.4 million for the prior year quarter. Net earnings were $1.6 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2007 compared to net earnings of $4.2 million, or $0.46 per diluted share in the prior year quarter.

Toronto, ON, Canada -- Apr 25, 2007 -- On May 5th, 2007, Seth Wotten will leave Kenora, Ontario to resume the Water for Future Generations Expedition. This is a cross continental solo canoe journey to raise awareness about water related environmental issues and inspire people to take action to protect our water resources. Wotten is canoeing from Montreal, Quebec to Tuktoyaktuk, Northwest Territories over the course of 2006, 2007, and 2008. During his travels, he has been suggesting ways to take action for our water, promoting environmental campaigns, and making observations about the waterways.

As a guide or instructor, carrying and knowing how to use a stirrup rescue tool can be very helpful. It is a quick and easy assisting device to help and injured or weak paddler back into their boat.

It is fairly simple to make your own by going out and purchasing some tubular webbing from your local climbing store. What ever material you purchase, make sure that it doesn't float as it will make your rescue considerably easier.