Outdoor

Oregon’s Battle Over Outdoor Recreation Liability: Push for Legal Waivers Pits Industry Survival Against Consumer Safety

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SALEM, Ore. — A sense of urgency filled the air as members of the Oregon House Committee on Economic Development, Small Business, and Trade listened intently to harrowing stories of recreation-related tragedies across the state, ranging from deadly drownings on the Rogue River to severe skiing incidents on both Mount Hood and Mount Bachelor. Among the testimonies on February 19 were accounts of disastrous events including a horrific rodeo accident and disturbing cases of abuse. As stakeholders presented evidence, the focus also turned to the burgeoning financial pressures faced by outdoor recreational businesses. Proprietors from … Read more

Keka Morelle Takes the Helm: Named President of Outdoor Lions Jury at Cannes Creativity Festival

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Cannes, France – Keka Morelle, the chief creative officer at Ogilvy Latam, has been appointed as the President of the Outdoor Lions Jury at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. This role highlights her significant influence and leadership within the global advertising industry. Morelle’s new position is a testament to her extensive experience and innovative approach in the field. Her role will involve leading a panel of jury members tasked with evaluating some of the most groundbreaking work in the outdoor advertising category. Expressing her enthusiasm for the appointment, Morelle remarked on the privilege … Read more

New FILM Act to Revolutionize Commercial Filming in National Parks, Easing Content Creation for Outdoor Filmmakers

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In an era when capturing moments via smartphones and cameras has become second nature, Jackson-area filmmakers Alex Rienzie and Connor Burkesmith have found themselves in the middle of a legal and regulatory storm, highlighting significant issues with filming permissions in national parks. Their ordeal culminated in a lawsuit against the Interior Department and Grand Teton National Park, setting a precedent that challenges the disparities in current federal filming regulations. Rienzie and Burkesmith, of Fior Productions, have long documented endurance athletes’ feats in harsh environments, particularly in the majestic Teton Range. Their work became contentious when … Read more

Moon Township Church Ordered to Cease Outdoor Services Amid Noise and Traffic Complaints

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MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A local church in Moon Township is encountering legal setbacks as authorities have mandated a halt to its outdoor gatherings. The Revival Today Church has been entangled in a legal dispute after receiving orders to discontinue utilizing a large tent for its services and events, a mandate issued by an Allegheny County Common Pleas Court judge. The injunction, which takes effect from December 26, bars the church from occupying the tent, located on its property at Coraopolis Heights Road. The temporary court order arises after months of complaints from residents concerning … Read more