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Remington Outdoor Sees Profit Rebound
Remington Outdoor Co. reported earnings of $9.5 million in the third quarter ended September 25, rebounding from a loss of $11 million a year ago. Sales grew to $221.7 million from $193.9 million.
Greenpeace Identifies PFC Pollution Hotspots
The environmental watchdog identified locations in the U.S., Europe and China as global pollution hotspots of polyfluorinated chemicals (PFCs) widely used by industries, including active lifestyle brands.
Allied Certifies Down Supply Chain
Allied Feather & Down can now offer 100 percent of its supply chain as certified for the humane treatment for animals. But it’s still up to brands to pay the extra costs for the option.
Bear & Son Cutlery Acquires Gatco Sharpeners
Bear & Son Cutlery acquired Gatco Sharpeners, including its slogan, “We sharpen the world.” Bear & Son hopes that Gatco will round out the company’s product line and provide a one-stop shop for knives and sharpening. “Bear & Son is equipped with a rich family tradition in knife making, and the Gatco brand is a […]
U.S. House Passes Outdoor REC Act
The bill, which now moves to the U.S. Senate, would shine a greater spotlight on economic effects of the estimated $646 billion outdoor industry.
Gander Mountain Hosts Annual First Ice Expo
The 6th Annual First Ice Expo will be held Saturday, November 19 starting at 8 a.m. at the Gander Mountain store in Forest Lake, MN.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Raises Outlook On Strong Q3
Dick’s Sporting Goods raised its guidance after it reported third-quarter results that easily exceeded earnings and comp expectations. The performance was driven by a 5.2-percent comp sales increase and gross margin expansion.
Tenkara Rod Co. Reels In New PR
Groundswell PR will oversee its media relations to drive the brand’s story across a myriad of editorial channels.
Arcus Hunting Hires Former Crosman Marketing Manager
Arcus Hunting LLC appointed Chip Hunnicutt to the position of director of marketing, effective November 1.
Outdoor Retailer, SIA Wrangle Over Trade-Show Schedule
Officials with both organizations have been in communication, but have yet to come to an agreement on how best to schedule the trade-show calendar.
Three States Tighten Firearms Background Checks
Voters in three states – Nevada, California and Washington – approved ballot measures tied to background checks in the private sale of firearms.
Outdoor Retailer, Grassroots Agree To New Trade Show Schedule
The biggest change comes at Outdoor Retailer, which, starting in 2018, will move its Summer Market trade show to June and Winter Market to November.
Smith & Wesson May Change Name To American Outdoor Brands
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation plans to hold a special shareholder meeting to seek approval to change its corporate name from Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation to American Outdoor Brands Corporation.
FeraDyne Outdoors Names Northeast/Mid-Atlantic Sales Rep
Jones & Company Inc. will help the collection of archery brands drive sales and growth in 15 states.
MidwayUSA Promotes Dan Stokes To Database Manager
Stokes began his career at MidwayUSA in April 2007 as an application developer, and has since worked in merchandising, logistics and most recently customer support.
