SGB Update Sportsmans
Secretary Zinke Announces Members Of The Hunting And Shooting Sports Conservation Council
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke announced the newly appointed members of the Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation Council.
Bushnell Adds Competitive Shooter Tiffany Piper
Bushnell, the maker of high-performance optics, announced the signing of Tiffany Piper to Bushnell’s ambassador/shooting Team.
T-H Marine Acquires Blue Water LED Assets
T-H Marine Supplies, Inc., of Huntsville, AL, announced the acquisition of the assets of Blue Water LED Enterprises, LLC (Blue Water) of Lawrenceburg, KY.
Sportsman’s Warehouse’s Q1 Comps Climb 3.4 Percent
Sportsman’s Warehouse widened the company’s loss slightly in the first quarter, but both the loss and sales came in at the high end of expectations. Same-store sales were up 3.4 percent in the quarter ended May 5.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Amends Revolving Credit Facility And Refinances Term Loan
Sportsman’s Warehouse Holdings Inc. announced that, on May 23, 2018, the company amended an existing credit agreement to increase the borrowing capacity under the company’s existing revolving credit facility by $100 million to $250 million, subject to a borrowing base calculation, and to provide for a new $40 million term loan.
Idaho’s Turner’s Sportsfair Closes
Turner’s Sportsfair, a bar and tackle shop on State Street in Boise, ID, has closed.
Sig Sauer Hires Brad Criner
Sig Sauer Inc., the maker of firearms, announced that Brad Criner has joined Sig Sauer as senior director, brand management and business development of ammunition.
Remington Exits Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Nearly two months after filing for bankruptcy protection, Remington Outdoor Company claims the company has emerged after successfully implementing a plan that will reduce debt levels and provide more stable financing that may help the company ride out a slowing market for firearms.
Gander Outdoors Sets Opening For Eden Prairie
Gander Outdoors, formerly known as Gander Mountain, is now open in Eden Prairie, MN.
Camber Outdoors Announces OR Summer Market Events
Camber Outdoors has announced its lineup of events during the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018 in Denver, CO. The events are focused on advancing the active-outdoor industries through convening and conversations on equity, inclusion and intersectionality.
April Retail Sales Up 2.8 Percent YOY
April retail sales increased 0.4 percent seasonally adjusted over March and 2.8 percent year-over-year as consumers continued to spend, the National Retail Federation said Tuesday. The numbers exclude automobiles, gasoline stations and restaurants.
Clarus Corp. To Expand In Utah
The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) in Utah announced Clarus Corporation, parent company of Black Diamond Equipment, will expand in Utah over the next eight years, adding up to 147 high-paying jobs, $8.9 million in new state revenue and $40 million in capital investment.
Academy Sports To Open New Store In Columbus
Academy, Ltd. (d/b/a Academy Sports + Outdoors), announced that it will open a new store in Columbus, GA, next month.
Mustad Appoints President, Americas
Mustad and Son, the maker of fishing tackle and accessories, announced that Jordan Davis has accepted the position of president, Americas.
Casey Donahew Partners With Pulsar Thermal And Night Vision
Sellmark Corporation announced that Country Music star and outdoor enthusiast Casey Donahew will be representing their Pulsar brand.
