Industry condemns repeal of Clean Water Act in US

Sep 18 22:18, 2019

The repeal of the Clean Water Act in the United States has been condemned by the representative body of the recreational fishing industry. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has rescinded legislation that was put in place to protect millions of miles of ...

American Tackle appoints new sales representative

Sep 18 22:13, 2019

Top US rod components manufacturer American Tackle, maker of the multi award-winning MicroWave Line Control System, has appointed a new sales representative. Chris Feagan has joined the Florida-based company’s team. He has nearly 20 years of sales and customer service experience. A passionate ‘maste...

Decathlon continues relentless march into new markets

Sep 18 22:04, 2019

French retail giant Decathlon, owner of the Caperlan fishing brand, has continued its relentless march into new export markets. The company, which currently has 1,500 stores in more than 50 countries worldwide, started construction this month on its first store in Ireland. Located in Ballymun, an ou...

Industry rallies round to help Bahamas hurricane victims

Sep 18 21:58, 2019

Angling organisations and businesses across the US, including Bass Pro Shops and Pure Fishing, have rallied together to support those in The Bahamas affected by the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian. Last week Bass Pro’s founder and owner, Johnny Morris, announced the formation of Anglers for t...

Camping World to close up to 37 Gander Outdoors stores

Sep 18 21:43, 2019

The company that acquired 69 former Gander Mountain outdoor fishing, hunting and camping retail stores is set to close up to 37 following a decision to return to its core business. Camping World, the largest retailer of recreational vehicles (RVs) in the US, is moving away from its strategy of acqui...