Nominations Open for the 2017 Outdoor Inspiration Awards

The seventh annual Outdoor Inspiration Awards, presented by adidas Outdoor, is now accepting nominations. The awards ceremony is set for January 11, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. during Outdoor Retailer Winter Market.

The event was created to “celebrates the extraordinary passion, dedication and inspiration within the outdoor industry.” Nomination categories include outstanding individuals, retailers, manufacturers, nonprofits and a youth category sponsored by Boy Scouts of America. JanSport, marking its 50th anniversary in 2017, has also joined as a presenting sponsor. Click here to make your nominations.

The Outdoor Inspiration Awards celebrates those who inspire others to enjoy, participate in and support outdoor activities and the outdoor industry. adidas Outdoor and Boy Scouts of America work with Outdoor Retailer and a panel of industry leaders to select the annual winners. The nomination period will remain open through November 16, 2016.

“The Outdoor Inspiration Awards has been an integral part of our history and speaks to the heart and soul of adidas Outdoor,” said Greg Thomsen, managing director of adidas Outdoor USA. “Encouraging outdoor participation is a responsibility that rests with every facet of our community. We are honored to join hands with Outdoor Retailer over the years, which has graciously provided a first-class event during this busy show. We welcome JanSport’s participation and look forward to an evening of great celebration.”

Co-hosts Alex Boylan and Burton Roberts from DreamJobbing and reality TV fame will be back to present awards and tell the powerful stories of the nominees. True adventurers themselves, Boylan won Amazing Race Season 2 and Roberts competed in Eco-Challenge Fiji and Survivor.


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