U.S. Forest Service Outlines Steps to Update Recreation Permitting Process
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell announced steps to make it easier for outfitters, guides, schools, non-profits and other partners to take groups out to enjoy outdoor activities on national forests and grasslands.
Analyst Reviews Cabela’s Strategic Options
Of all the rumors swirling around Cabela’s Inc., D.A. Davidson & Company analyst Andrew Burns tells us which ones make the most sense.
Smith & Wesson Outpaces NICS Checks in Q4
Smith & Wesson Holding Corp. (Nasdaq:SWHC) firearms shipments grew at twice the rate of Adjusted NICS checks during the company’s fiscal fourth quarter, ended April 30, indicating the business grew its share of handgun sales significantly during the period.
Newell Brands Exit from Some Brands to Slow Jarden’s Growth
Newell Brands Inc. said plans to jettison product lines with $250 million in annual sales over the next two to three years will slow core sales at Jarden Corp. in fiscal 2016…
A Delayed Annual Meeting at Cabela’s Has Us Watching
Cabela’s Inc.’s delay in scheduling its annual shareholder meeting — held in early June since 2008 — may indicate more changes ahead for the retailer.
Gun Stocks Rally Following Orlando Massacre
Shares of Smith & Wesson Holding Corp and Sturm Ruger & Co. on Monday rose sharply in the wake of Sunday’s mass shooting at an Orlando gay nightclub, which left at least 50 dead.
Gander Mountain Hires Softlines Executive
Gander Mountain announced that Jeff Csuy will join the company this month as Senior Vice President of Softlines Merchandising and Product Development.
Polartec CEO Defends Closing of Factory; Union Issues Plea to Patagonia
Saving companies and American manufacturing jobs, particularly in the textile industry, is not for the faint of heart.
UPS Report: Online Shoppers Embracing In-Store Pickup
Half of U.S. shoppers who buy online ship to a physical store, according to UPS’s fifth annual Pulse of the Online Shopper study.
Arcus Hunting Acquires Trophy Taker
Arcus Hunting has completed its acquisition of Trophy Taker Inc., marking its fifth acquisition in the archery space since November 2014…
Duluth Trading Logs Another Record Quarter
Duluth Holdings Inc. reported net sales increased 20.8 percent to $68.6 million in the fiscal first quarter ended May 1 and affirmed its plans to continue opening stores across the Midwest. The Belleville, Wis. company, which does business as Duluth Trading Co., said net sales increase was driven by 17.5 percent growth in direct net […]
Firearms Background Checks Slide in May from April
The Federal Bureau of Investigation reported a 13 percent drop in firearm background checks in May compared to the prior month but above year-ago levels.
Costa Partners with Dave Mercer
Costa recently has signed a marketing partnership agreement with Facts of Fishing TV show host and Bassmaster Elite Series tournament emcee Dave Mercer…
Body Labs: Returns of Online Apparel and Footwear Sapping Retail Profits
Body Labs estimated that up to a quarter of apparel and footwear acquired online in the United States last year was returned due to sizing issues.
Dick’s SG Sets Openings for Quincy, IL and Gainesville, FL
Dick’s Sporting Goods set grand opening celebrations for stores in Quincy, IL and Gainesville, FL
