News - POMA

2026 Pinnacle Awards Now Open

February 01, 2026

POMA’s Pinnacle Awards are the highest honor in outdoor communication - recognizing excellence in outdoor journalism, photography, broadcasting, magazine production and content creation across traditional and emerging media platforms....

January POMA President's Message

January 26, 2026

January kicked off at a full sprint for POMA, and SHOT Show set the tone for the year ahead. Over two packed days in Las Vegas, Executive Director Stephanie Spika...

POMA’s Basecamp Meet-Up at SHOT Show Draws Record Crowd

January 25, 2026

POMA held its first Basecamp meet-up of 2026 at SHOT Show last week, drawing more than 70 attendees, making it one of the largest Basecamp events in recent years. The...

POMA Launches Membership Referral Program

January 14, 2026

POMA is offering an incentive to all members: Refer a new member to POMA and receive a $25 credit toward your next membership renewal....

POMA Internship Available

January 13, 2026

Part of POMA's commitment to the next generation includes offering college students a shot at the coveted POMA Intern position. This is an unpaid position but can be incorporated into...

Campfire Session: Strategies for Success at Outdoor Expos

January 12, 2026

The first Campfire Session of 2026 is now available! In this conversation, POMA Board Members Rob Shane and Justin Morrissey share insights on how outdoor professionals can effectively network at expos....

Black Belt Beginnings

January 11, 2026

In 2025, POMA offered an Alabama Black Belt turkey hunt Expedition to it's members. NWTF published an article about the hunt in their latest publication....

POMA Basecamp Meet-Up at SHOT Show Promises Engaging Speakers and Key Networking Opportunities

December 31, 2025

Join the Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA) for our next Basecamp Meet-Up at SHOT Show on Wednesday, January 21 at 4 p.m. in room Delfino 4001AB in the Venetian. POMA...

Transitions but Not Goodbye

December 16, 2025

I have some news to share. On January 1, 2026, I will become the Senior Vice President of the Sportsmen’s Alliance (SA). The Alliance is a national non-profit advocacy organization...

December POMA President’s Message

December 10, 2025

As we closed out our December board meeting, I wanted to share a brief update on the work your board and committees are doing behind the scenes to strengthen our...

2026 POMA Summit Keynote Speaker Announced

December 04, 2025

The Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA) is excited to announce Dan Kahn as this year’s 2026 POMA Summit keynote speaker....

President's Message - November 2025

November 18, 2025

As we gear up for the final month of the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the momentum we’re building and the milestones ahead....

We’re Headed to Minnesota! Join Us for the 2026 POMA Summit

November 12, 2025

Get ready, POMA is heading north for the 2026 POMA Summit! This year’s event will be held May 26-28 at Wild Wings of Oneka in Hugo, Minnesota, just 45 minutes...

POMA’s Online Auction is Live – Bid Now!

November 10, 2025

POMA’s online fundraising auction is now live! From Nov. 9–23, you can bid on premium outdoor gear, firearms, optics and accessories – all while supporting POMA’s mission to connect and...

Get ready – POMA’s Online Auction Launches Nov. 9

November 03, 2025

POMA’s online fundraising auction is almost here! From Nov. 9–23, you’ll have the chance to bid on premium outdoor gear, firearms, optics and accessories – all while supporting POMA’s mission...

Sponsors and Speakers Announced for POMA Basecamp Meet-Up at SHOT Show

October 24, 2025

The Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA) holds special gatherings for media members at trade shows and conventions, called POMA Basecamp Meet-Ups. The next POMA Basecamp will be at SHOT Show...

NASGW Announces Annual Appreciation and Caliber Award Winners at the 2025 Expo

October 16, 2025

The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) kicked off the NASGW Expo on Tuesday evening, with the Annual Appreciation Dinner. Each year, the NASGW Expo brings together wholesalers and...

Celebrating 20 Years: POMA Rebrands for the Future of Outdoor Media

October 14, 2025

POMA is celebrating its 20th anniversary – two decades of uniting media and industry, championing responsible storytelling and strengthening the voices that shape our outdoor traditions....

Positive Momentum – October POMA Update

October 08, 2025

Fall is here, and with hunting season kicking off across the country, I know many of you are gearing up for field time, fresh content and new collaborations. It’s an...

Introducing POMA Perks

October 04, 2025

We’re excited to share a new opportunity for you to engage with POMA members through our POMA Perks program. This initiative allows Corporate Partners to provide exclusive benefits—such as product...

NASGW & POMA Announce Finalists for the 2025 Caliber Awards

September 19, 2025

The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) in partnership with the Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA), has chosen the top three products in seven categories including Best New Rifle...

Update Your Membership Information

September 19, 2025

Whether you are are a Media Member who has changed your email or phone number, or you are a Corporate Partner who has hired new staff, POMA wants to ensure...

Have You Updated Your Headshot?

August 25, 2025

One benefit of belonging to POMA is receiving a press card. We want to ensure that we have the most up-to-date headshots of our members for their press cards....

POMA Approves New Corporate Partner to the Board of Directors

August 21, 2025

Following on the bylaw change expanding Corporate Partner representation, the POMA Board has added Rob Shane from the American Sportfishing Association. Rob Shane is the Public Affairs Manager for the...