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Modern America Campgrounds Acquires NH Campground with Four More in Pipeline
The largest RV park owner in the Northeast has acquired Winding River Campground in Exeter, NH. The company said the deal marks its 29th park acquisition in the last 24 months, with plans for 33 locations by the beginning of the 2025 season.
Report: Outdoor Recreation Contributes $1.2 Trillion to the U.S. Economy, Supports 5 Million U.S. Jobs
The newly revised data in this year’s BEA report, outlines that the outdoor recreation economy has grown 36 percent in real terms since 2012 and that outdoor recreation contributes more to the U.S. economy than farming, mining and utilities.
Banshee Brands Appoints JP Fischer as VP Sales for Retay USA and Breda America Group
Fischer brings over a decade of proven success in driving company growth within the competitive firearms and outdoor sports market, including having worked at Christensen Arms, Benelli USA and Smith & Wesson.
Lazydays Holdings Posts Deeper Loss as Sales Fall in Third Quarter
With a streamlined balance sheet, enhanced liquidity, and a simplified dealership network, Lazydays said it is better equipped to navigate the evolving RV landscape and deliver on our commitment to industry leadership.
Survey: Consumers Expected to Spend $125 Billion Over Thanksgiving Weekend 2024
ICSC said 90 percent of consumers – or 236 million people – plan to shop based on the results from the 2024 Thanksgiving Weekend Intentions survey.
Lazydays Holdings Looks to Secure Future of Its Business Through Financial Transactions
The RV dealership company has entered into a series of transformative transactions designed to provide the company with a strengthened financial foundation and a more focused dealership portfolio.
Camping World Holdings to Acquire Seven Lazydays Dealerships
Camping World estimated that the seven locations generated nearly $200 million of revenue on a trailing twelve-month basis, during a trough RV market.
Kinsey’s Inc. Fills Brands Sales Manager Position
Joseph Eccker has an extensive background in sales, marketing and brand development and is an active end-user of firearms and archery and an avid hunter and fisherman.
Regal Products Expands Sales & Customer Service
The provider of firearm safety devices, suicide prevention tools, and outdoor sporting goods accessories has announced additions to its sales and customer service group, including one promotion.
Charter Arms Adds Indie Sales Agency for 13 Western States
Mountain States Sports Marketing Inc. (MSSM Group) is now the company’s sales agency of record for the Western region of the United States, including the states of AK, WA, OR, HI, CA, NV, ID, MT, UT, AZ, NM, CO, and WY.
NMMA Divests Northwest Sportshow in Minneapolis to Expand Discover Boating Shows
The Northwest Sportshow will be the 19th show the company has purchased in this category since March 25 of this year. The acquisition reportedly brings the total number of events that the company produces to 114.
Rec-Com Outdoors Appoints Regional Sales Rep for International
The company said the appointment of Richard White as its international regional sales representative will support the company’s growth in the global fishing market.
Nite Ize Spins Off Tru Zip to Stand-Alone Brand
Nite Ize, manufacturer of the Tru Zip toothless, dustproof and waterproof zipper, announced that the product now operates as an independent brand. Nite Ize, the product inventor, will remain its sole distributor.
Massimo Group Pontoon Boat Sales Crash in Q3, Less Weakness in E-Bikes, ATVs and UTVs
The company said the 14.4 percent decrease in revenue was primarily due to a significant drop in Pontoon boat sales, and a slight decrease in sales of UTV, ATV and e-bikes.
Report: Christmas Gifting Trends and Consumer Insights from YouGov Survey
YouGov data suggests word of mouth remains the best way for companies to make their products the hottest Christmas gift of 2024, with 18- to 34-year-olds twice as likely to get their gift ideas that way versus social media.
