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New Partnership Allows Wildernet Users To Find Outfitters & Guides Listings by State on Wildernet.com
ASPEN, CO - August 21, 2002 - Interactive Outdoors, owner of Wildernet.com, and America Outdoors - the voice of America's outfitters and guides, announced a new partnership that will enable Wildernet.com visitors to find outfitters and guides listings by state.
Wildernet.com, an online outdoor recreation guide, is the most comprehensive
web site of its kind. In addition to its over 40,000 activity descriptions
for hikes, fishing spots, camping grounds, bike routes, horseback rides and
more, visitors will now be able to find outfitters and guides when planning
their outdoor activities.
"We are excited to be able to provide access to America Outdoors' outfitters
and guides listings to our Wildernet users. Not only are we able to provide
excellent coverage of trails and campgrounds found on public lands, now
users can find information about who can provide guiding services for their
next adventure in the great outdoors" Bob Rankin, chief executive officer,
announced Wednesday.
"We are pleased to offer our members services to the public through Wildernet. Our studies show that the greatest barrier to participation in a backcountry trip is lack of information. This agreement will help the public access adventure travel and family vacations in America's most stunning scenery", said David Brown, executive director of America Outdoors.
America Outdoors (http:/www.americaoutdoors.ORG) is an international, nonprofit association of the nation's leading adventure travel outfitters, tour operators and outdoor educators operating in 43 states and 50 foreign countries. Members provide rafting trips, wildlife viewing, fishing trips, ranch vacations, pack and hunting trips, kayak instruction, family adventures, outdoor education and other recreation opportunities on public lands. America Outdoors mission is conservation and enhancement of quality outdoor experiences on America's lands and waters. For more information about America Outdoors contact David Brown at 865-558-3595 or visit Americaoutdoors.org.
Wildernet.com is an online outdoor recreation guide designed for the outdoor enthusiast. With over 40,000 activity descriptions on hikes, fishing spots, campgrounds, bike routes, horseback rides, scenic byways and more found on America's public lands, it is the most comprehensive site of its kind in the world. Wildernet.com is produced and owned by Interactive Outdoors, Inc. a privately-held Web publishing company based in Aspen, Colorado. Interactive Outdoors, Inc. also owns Peakware.com, the Web's most comprehensive guide to mountains and mountaineering. For more information, contact Clara Coleman at 970-920-7097, or visit Wildernet.com.
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