Gander Mountain is once again expanding its network of outdoor specialty stores with a new location in Killeen, TX, set to open in the spring of 2015.

“Gander Mountain is already a well-known and trusted name in Texas among those who love the outdoors, and who enjoy great traditions like hunting, fishing, hiking, boating and camping, ” said David Pratt, Gander Mountain's President and CEO David Pratt. “We are thrilled to bring a new Gander Mountain store to Killeen, and give our friends in Central Texas more opportunities to experience our top-quality gear and knowledgeable service at great prices. “

Gander Mountain in Killeen will be located in a new 45,600-square-foot store on East Central Texas Expressway, between West Trimmier Road and Athens Street. It will be the 20th Gander Mountain location in Texas.

“The residents of Killeen and all of Central Texas are excited that Gander Mountain has decided to locate a store in our community, ” said Dan Corbin, mayor of Killeen. “Our soldiers from Fort Hood, our veterans, retirees and lovers of the outdoors are grateful that we will have a store in our community that has all of the goodies we want for our sporting and outdoor activities. “

“We appreciate the warm welcome we have received from the people in Killeen and look forward to our grand opening in the fall, ” said Gander Mountain's Executive Vice President and Director of Real Estate Eric Jacobsen.