For the Adventure-Loving Dad and Grad: Gift Ideas for Father’s Day and Graduation


Father’s Day is a time to celebrate everything “Dad.” And, in honor of his strength, wisdom and kindness, Verde’s family of clients has some great ideas for those Dads who deserve the very best this Father’s Day.

And don’t forget those recent grads! Celebrate the accomplishments of high school and college graduates with gifts that will help launch them into the outdoor world.


Tubbs Snowshoes and Atlas Snow-Shoe Company Announce Verde PR as Agency of Record


Seattle, Wash., (May 6, 2009) ­- Tubbs Snowshoes and Atlas Snow-Shoe Company today announced Verde PR & Consulting as Agency of Record effective immediately.

Tubbs Snowshoes, a winter adventure brand founded in Maine in 1906, and Atlas, a technical-based snowshoe company founded in the Bay Area in 1990, together comprise the leading names in snowshoeing. While continuing independent product innovation and initiatives, both brands will use their leadership positions in the snowshoe and outdoor industry with Verde PR to promote the sport of snowshoeing.


Outside Magazine’s Outside Buyer’s Guide Honors Osprey Packs with “Gear of the Year” Award


Cortez, Colo., (May 4, 2009) ­- Osprey Packs’ Exos 46 lightweight backpack was awarded the prestigious Gear of the Year Award by Outside Magazine, in the April 29th issue of the Outside Gear Guide.

The lightweight Exos 46 (medium frame size weighs 2 pounds 5 ounces) is a groundbreaking design that enables backpackers to go superlight without compromising the Osprey hallmarks of suspension, comfort, durability and adjustability.


Conservation Alliance Ad Auction Begins


Online auction of ad space from leading publications runs through Friday, May 8

Bend, Ore., May 1, 2009 – The Conservation Alliance’s third annual Ads for the Earth Auction, an online sale of advertising space, kicked off today, and runs through Friday, May 8. The auction consists of ad space donated by Alpinist, Backcountry, Backpacker, Men’s Journal, National Geographic Adventure, Outside, Paddler, Sierra, Telemark Skier, and Wend magazines.

All proceeds from the auction will go into The Conservation Alliance’s grant fund to support efforts to protect wild places throughout North America. Each publication has donated one full-page, four-color ad. Winning bidders may use the ad space anytime within 12 months after the close of the auction (May 2009-May 2010)


Great Success Brings Positive Company Changes for Buff


Buff is undergoing many positive changes due to substantial growth and success in 2008 and into 2009. Effective May 1, the company name will change from Original Buff, SA USA to Buff, Inc. to become a subsidiary of Original Buff, SA Spain. Additionally, former US general manager, Shirley Choi Brunetti’s position will adjust to vice president and general manager of Buff, Inc.’s U.S. operation.


Original Buff® Partners With Eddie Bauer to Create First Ascent Private Buff Line


Original Buff partners with Eddie Bauer on journey back to mountaineering
roots as an essential and ingenious mountaineering accessory in new First
Ascent apparel and gear line.

We are excited to be part of the First Ascent launch and what Eddie Bauer
considers to be essential apparel and gear. Most guides and sherpas who have used a Buff on past expeditions find that it¹s the perfect base layer to
have and wear on the expedition where every piece of gear counts,² says
Shirley Choi Brunetti, U.S. general manager.

Additionally, Eddie Bauer has assembled a line-up of renowned alpinists to
form the First Ascent Expedition team dedicated to developing the line,
living in the gear and testing it in the harshest environments known to man.


Uptown Angler Store Dishes on the Benefits of the UV Buff for Anglers




Verde PR & Consulting Hires Todd Walton as Senior Account Executive


Verde PR & Consulting, boutique public relations, communications and corporate social responsibility consulting agency, announced today the hiring of Todd Walton as Senior Account Executive.

Walton was with Outdoor Research from 1999 – 2008, serving most recently as Public Relations Manager. This past year, he directed public relations and communications at Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

As a Verde Senior Account Executive, Walton will directly manage accounts while bringing his range of skills and depth of experience in PR to the team at Verde. Walton’s over 10-years of experience in Verde’s core markets will undoubtedly enhance the agency’s signature creative approach to communications.

Walton starts on May 4.


Original Buff Provides U.S. Women’s Ski Jumping Team With Custom Buff and High Hopes for Inclusion in 2010 Winter Olympic Gam


Buff Headwear provided the United States Women¹s Ski Jumping Team and othe women ski jumpers from around the world with custom Original Buff head and neckwear to kick off the FIS Ski Jumping World Championships in February 2009. Additionally, Original Buff looks forward to continue supporting these pioneering athletes to gain inclusion rights from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to compete in future Olympic Winter Games. As it stands currently, ski jumping is the only sport in the Winter Games in which women are excluded.