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Bass Pro Shops to Acquire Cabela's

After months of rumor and speculation, Bass Pro Shops has announced it will acquire longtime competitor Cabela’s for about $5.5 billion, which equates to $65.50 per share. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2017, subject to the customary conditions and review.

Crimson Trace Founder Lew Danielson to Retire

The founder of Crimson Trace, Lew Danielson, has officially announced his retirement. Danielson—winner of our 2015 NRA Golden Bullseye Pioneer Award—co-founded Crimson Trace in the backroom of an Oregon machine shop in 1994. It eventually grew into one of the industry's more renowned companies, and recently sold to Smith & Wesson for $95 million.

Michigan to Allow Coyote Hunting Year-Round

In April, the Michigan Natural Resources Commission approved measures to expand coyote hunting in the state as well as extensions on the taking of other furbearers.

Smith & Wesson to Acquire Crimson Trace Corporation

Smith & Wesson has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Crimson Trace for a reported $95 million.

Remington Announces New Worldwide Distribution Center

Remington Outdoor Company has announced the opening of its new worldwide distribution center in Southaven, Mississippi.

Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Awards More than $80,000

Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, has announced that the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative has awarded more than $80,000 in funds and equipment to nine grant applicants in the first quarter of 2016.

Gamo Outdoors Acquires Daisy

Gamo Outdoor SL, an affiliate of the investment firm BRS, along with its United States subsidiary, Gamo Outdoor USA, has announced the acquisition of Daisy Outdoor Products.

Ruger Appoints NRA Past President Sandra Froman to Board of Directors

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., has announced that its Board of Directors has voted to appoint Sandra S. Froman—an NRA Past President—as a board member, effective immediately.

Remington Announces Voluntary Model 887 Shotgun Recall

Remington has anounced a voluntary recall of Model 887 shotguns manufactured from December 1, 2013 to November 24, 2014.

Hornady Named NASGW Ammo Manufacturer of the Year

Hornady Manufacturing was presented with the “2014 Ammunition Manufacturer of the Year” Award by the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) at an awards ceremony last week.

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