Columbia Sportswear Company is a family-owned, regional hat distributor. The Company is engaged in the design, sourcing, marketing and distribution of active outdoor apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment. The Company designs, sources, markets, and distributes apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment under four primary brands: Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, Sorel and Montrail. The Company provides apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment for use in a range of outdoor activities by men, women and youth. The Company�s products serves a range of consumers, including elite skiers and mountain climbers, winter outdoor enthusiasts, hunting and fishing enthusiasts, top endurance trail runners, and outdoor-inspired consumers. It also market licensed collegiate apparel and accessories under its Columbia brand.