Each month the GORE-TEX® newsletter features one brand partner to help spread the word about some outstanding brands and products. This month, the featured brand partner is Kokatat, an independently operated, US manufacturer of technical apparel and accessories for water sports. Handcrafted in Arcata, California, our employees are focused on building the finest functional [...]

As 2010 draws to a close, STEP (Student Expedition Program) has some great news to share:
"We are now in our 7th year working with low-income, first-generation college-bound teens, equipping them with the self-confidence, leadership skills, and internal tools to succeed in college. To date, we’ve served 100 students. Ninety two percent of our college-age students [...]

The Outdoor Industries Women’s Coalition is a membership community of professionals in the outdoor industries united to provide power, influence and opportunity for women in outdoor-related businesses and to generate champions to inspire other women. As a member of OIWC, you join a network of women who have pledged to open their minds, experiences and [...]

American Whitewater is pleased to recognize Ian Foley as our Volunteer of the Month!

Ian invested an immeasurable amount of personal time and resources in coordinating releases on the North Fork of the South Platte River in Colorado. Ian worked closely with staff at the Denver Water Board to provide an additional 300cfs into the Bailey [...]

First Descents, founded in 2001 by professional kayaker Brad Ludden, utilizes whitewater kayaking and other outdoor adventure sports to promote emotional, physical, and psychological healing for young adults with cancer. During these free week-long programs, young adult cancer fighters and survivors are given the opportunity to connect with their peers and push their limits in [...]