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January Newsletter / Issue 48
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If you read nothing else ...
The three most important things to know
- DECD Commissioner Heather Johnson will speak at MOB's virtual annual meeting on January 19th.
- MOB will host an outdoor industry meet and greet with our legislators on January 31st at the Hall of Flags.
- Seven Maine brands will be attending the Outdoor Retailer Snow Show in Utah next week.
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Save the Date: Our Annual Meeting Is January 19!
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We are hosting our annual meeting virtually this year – zoom in over lunch on January 19 at 12pm to hear some of our highlights from 2022, what MOB has planned for the year ahead, and how you can get involved. We will be joined by Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Heather Johnson who will share perspective on the economic outlook for the state and the role of the outdoor industry.
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MOB Hosts Outdoor Industry Meet and Greet at the Hall of Flags
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Mark your calendars for Tuesday, January 31st! MOB has reserved the Maine Legislature’s Hall of Flags from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Please join us at the State House in Augusta to meet legislators and their staff, enjoy refreshments and snacks, and spread the word about your Maine outdoor brand and MOB’s mission.
Watch the video recap of the event we did in 2020 below to give you an idea of what to expect. We'd love for as many brands to attend as possible. Let Jenny know if you're interested in having a table or sending products to showcase.
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Watch the recap of the 2020 Hall of Flags MOB Meet and Greet
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7 Maine Brands Head To Outdoor Retailer To Showcase Outdoors + Innovation
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MOB will attend Outdoor Retailer Snow Show 2023 in Utah January 10-12 with seven brand members, showcasing innovative gear and heritage industry products.
Attendees at Outdoor Retailer will have the opportunity to meet brand representatives and view products from seven MOB members: Brant and Cochran, Huga, Mainers, Opolis, Benoit's Design, Juneberry, and Arctic Lynx Maternity at the MOB Booth.
Read more about the exciting events that MOB will take part in and stay tuned for a recap next month!
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New! Outdoor Industry Career Newsletter
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Looking to level up your skillset, pursue a new career in the outdoor industry, or meet likeminded people who share a love for Maine's outdoors? Then sign up for our all new Outdoor Industry Career Newsletter! You'll get an email every third Thursday of the month with events, new job postings, educational programming opportunities, and even pro-tips from experienced professionals in Maine's outdoor industry.
Subscribe now (and tell a friend!) to get your name on the list.
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Sugarloaf’s $104M expansion proposal advances with DEP approval - The iconic Maine ski resort will build on-mountain housing, all new restaurant, lodge, and ski and bike trails as part of the West Mountain project.
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The Trust for Public Land announced Wednesday it has purchased 31,367 acres adjacent to the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument for $29.8 million from Conservation Resources, a timber investment management organization.
Read More on the Press Herald >
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Flowfold on ABC News - Gorham-based Flowfold appeared on ABC News' Made in America segment to showcase their locally-made outdoor and lifestyle gear.
Watch on ABC >
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Get All of MOB News In One Place
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Liked something you read in a past newsletter but don't know where to find it? Now you can access content from our previous newsletters on our website. Read articles, member spotlights, event recaps and more! Simply go to the "News + Events" page on our site and toggle to "Newsletters" to find what you're searching for.
Check it out! Get a sneak peek at the archives below:
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Meet Our New Summit Supporter!
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REI invests millions annually in hundreds of local and national nonprofits that create access to—and steward—the outdoor places that inspire us all. In addition to including MOB as one of those local nonprofits, REI is proudly showcasing MOB and local Maine brands at their store in Westbrook. We are excited to work with them on the “Get Loud” pillar of our strategic plan to elevate and advocate for a vibrant outdoor economy in Maine.
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We are a market research consulting firm that focuses on outdoor recreation and hospitality, which includes helping outdoor brands boost their profile, engage their constituency to a greater degree, and develop their marketing and strategic planning.
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Reclaimed Maine Co. is a one-woman small business, featuring handmade home goods, apparel, and more inspired by our love of Maine's lakes, pines and coastlines. Using the outdoors as inspiration, each product is custom designed in hopes that they can inspire exploration and give back to the environment.
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Kindling Collective is a queer-centered gear library creating an accessible pathway to outdoor experiences in Maine (Wabanaki Confederacy Territory). We aim to build community and support folks in the greater Portland area in building and sustaining relationships with the natural world.
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Sperry General Store is a décor and gift-focused shop specializing in vintage style travel posters, prints and handcrafted artisan items.
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Fully outfitted canoe trips in the summer and dog sledding in the winter since 1990. Located in western Maine. All trips are owner guided. Wholesome food, some cultural trips with Wabanaki of Maine, Cree and Inuit guides.
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Born out of necessity, Squatch Rope makes a high performance, lightweight, waterproof fire starter rope from one of the most sustainable materials on the planet; hemp.
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Survue is an AI-enabled bicycle tail light which detects approaching vehicles, warns the cyclist and vehicle, and records incidents.
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Thank You to Our Supporters!
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Summit: Blaze Partners, Visit Maine, Autumn Lane Web Studios
Tree Line: Machias Savings Bank, iBec Creative, Bernstein Shur
Trailhead: ShipRight, Backyard Concept LLC, SA Hutnak & Associates, CurrierBuchanan, Yarmouth Payroll Plus, Maine Center for Entrepreneurs, KMA Human Resources Consulting, Acadia Benefits
Interested in sponsorship opportunities for 2022? Reach out to jenny@maineoutdoorbrands.com. Thank you for supporting Maine's outdoor economy!
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Maine Outdoor Brands is a member-driven alliance of outdoor product makers, experience providers, retailers and organizations invested in strengthening Maine’s $3 billion outdoor recreation economy. As champions of our state’s growing outdoor industry, we believe there is strength in numbers and aim to be a catalyst for growth. We empower outdoor businesses to thrive by providing collaborative marketing, networking, resource sharing and education in partnership with the Maine Office of Outdoor Recreation.
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