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ENO Celebrates 8 Black Trailblazers in the Outdoors
A celebration of Black History in the Outdoors Outdoor Afro, the nation’s leading, cutting edge network that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature, has highlighted notable Black historical figures, places and recent achievements of Black people related to outdoor recreation. We encourage you to follow @outdoorafro on Instagram and read through the entire series. Matthew Henson Matthew Henson was born in Maryland in 1866, the son of free sharecroppers. He was orphaned at the age of 7 or 8. Henson found work as a cabin boy and seaman and did so for several years before being hired as a valet on one of Peary’s survey expeditions. This began a decades-long working relationship with Peary. Henson’s skills were unmatched, and he made a total of seven voyages to the Arctic with Peary. On April 6, 1909, Henson became the first person to set foot on the North Pole. Four Inuit (Indigenous people of northern Canada), whose names were Egingwah, Ootah, Ooqueah, and Seegloo, assisted Peary and Henson. Charles M. Crenchaw In 1964, Charles Madison Crenchaw became the first Black man to reach the summit of Mount McKinley, also known as Denali, the highest peak in North America. During...Read moreabout ENO Celebrates 8 Black Trailblazers in the Outdoors
ENO Lounger DL: Hammock Comfort In A Camp Chair – Gear Junkies
ENO Lounger DL: Hammock Comfort In A Camp Chair ENO’s latest lounger stands on its own. And boy, it feels nice. The recently released ENO Lounger™ DL Chair might be the most comfortable compact camp chair I’ve used.
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Eagles Nest Outfitters Releases New Lightweight Hammock Stand
The Nomad is the 4th offering in the growing line of hammock stands designed by ENO. The portable, lightweight Nomad Hammock Stand is constructed of aluminum alloy and weighs only 15 lbs.
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ENO Hammock Research Series Uncovers Glue for Social Bonding
Read about how Lyon College and ENO investigated levels of creativity, friendship, and relaxation in a hammock compared to the typical table and chair settings.
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ENO Introduces the Sub7 – the Industry’s Lightest Hammock
Eagles Nest Outfitters, creators of packable camping hammocks and fun outdoors accessories, presents the industry’s lightest hammock – the Sub7.
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REI Honors Top Vendor Partners of the Year
Eagle’s Nest Outfitters, Inc. receives top accolade; divisional winners are Kühl, Thule and Osprey Packs SALT LAKE CITY – Each day, leading outdoor retailer REI offers the top gear and apparel from more than 1,300 established and up-and-coming brands. To recognize those valued partners, REI named its 2014 Vendor Partner of the Year awards during the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market trade show. Eagle’s Nest Outfitters, Inc. (ENO) was presented with the annual Vendor Partner of the Year awards, while Kühl, Thule and Osprey Packs were named divisional winners.The Vendor Partner of the Year awards program was established by REI in 1993. Each year, companies are nominated by the co-op’s three merchandising divisions – camp/travel, actionsports and outdoorwear – for their efforts to build a strategic and successful relationship focused on meeting member and customer needs, and to bring quality, innovation, outdoor stewardship and performance to the industry. REI retail employees vote on the slate of nominees. “ENO redefined the hammock category and saw amazing growth in 2014,” says Susan Viscon, senior vice president REI Merchandising. “They are the consummate vendor partner. With their highly engaged, collaborative and strategic approach, they worked closely with REI to continue to deliver product and...
ENO Launches College Brand Ambassador Program
Throwing back to their university years, ENO re-introduces nationwide college brand ambassador team. Eagles Nest Outfitters (ENO), creators of nomadic outdoor and travel gear, is reliving the glory days of college by proudly announcing the re-launch of their ENO College Brand Ambassador Program. Already a commonality on campuses nationwide, ENO looks to strengthen their grassroots approach to spreading hammock love in a university setting with their new college ambassador team. Originally launched in Jan. 2012, the company went back to basics with their current version of the program. “Aside from creating the best hammocks on the market, ENO likes to have a good time, and we wanted our College Ambassador Program to reflect that,” said Amy Allison, Event Coordinator for ENO. “We’ve stripped the program down to the simplest, yet most effective, version to really put us on the university map.” The new program, that is actively searching for ambassadors for the Spring ’15 semester, will begin in 10 universities for its first year with plans to expand in future semesters. Ambassadors are expected to be the official ENO presence on their campuses, throwing hammock parties and providing social media content among other responsibilities. “We’re so excited to finally begin...Read moreabout ENO Launches College Brand Ambassador Program
New Product: Atlas XL Hammock Straps
Built to expand your options for hanging out, the patented Atlas XL Hammock Straps are expertly constructed to safely and perfectly suspend your hammock in a tree-friendly flash.
Over its 14-year history, Eagles Nest Outfitters, Asheville, NC has established a following of loyal outdoor enthusiasts. The company’s brightly colored hammocks offer a unique way to rest after a long day on the trail or a lightweight alternative to a tent for overnight shelter.