Columbia Sportswear is one of the world's most well-known and recognizable sports and outdoor apparel brands. You'll find their gear at several familiar retailers including Bass Pro Shop, REI, and ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — Years before Columbia Sportswear started selling outdoor gear and was a multi-billion dollar business, it started as a much smaller company. "We've been very, very fortunate. We've ...

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