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Bass Pro Shops

Bass Pro Shops is a privately held American retailer specializing in fishing, hunting, boating, camping, and outdoor recreation gear and apparel, founded in 1972 by Johnny Morris, who began by selling fishing tackle from the back of his father's liquor store in Springfield, Missouri.^[1]^[2] The company, headquartered in Springfield, has grown into a major omnichannel operation with over 170 physical stores across North America, including Bass Pro Shops and acquired Cabela's locations, emphasizing large-format destinations that integrate retail with entertainment features such as aquariums, wildlife displays, archery ranges, and indoor water parks to immerse customers in outdoor experiences.^[3]^[4] Employing around 40,000 people and generating approximately $7 billion in annual U.S. retail sales as of 2023, Bass Pro Shops has earned recognition as America's top outdoor retailer multiple years running through consumer surveys highlighting its product selection and service.^[5]^[6]^[7] Under Morris's leadership, the firm has prioritized conservation, partnering with over 250 organizations to protect millions of acres of habitat, fund wildlife restoration, and advocate for policies supporting hunters, anglers, and natural resource stewardship, channeling customer donations and corporate resources into initiatives like wetland preservation and youth outdoor engagement programs.^[8]^[9] While defining its success through innovation in retail formats and commitment to the outdoors industry, the company has faced legal challenges, including a 2025 class-action lawsuit alleging price-fixing collusion with suppliers and a prior settlement over hiring discrimination claims, underscoring operational risks in a competitive sector.^[10]^[11]

History

Founding and Early Development

Bass Pro Shops was founded in 1972 by John L. Morris, known as Johnny Morris, who began retailing fishing tackle from eight square feet of space in the back of his father's Brown Derby liquor store in Springfield, Missouri.^[1] Morris, then 21 years old and an avid bass angler, initially offered live minnows and basic lures to local fishermen frustrated by limited local availability.^[12] The operation grew rapidly through word-of-mouth among anglers, prompting Morris to expand inventory and transition to mail-order sales.^[13] In 1974, Bass Pro Shops issued its first catalog, which featured an extensive selection of fishing gear and reached customers beyond Missouri via direct mail.^[13] This catalog business fueled early revenue growth, allowing Morris to formalize the company structure. By 1978, leveraging demand for affordable boating, Morris introduced the Bass Tracker boat, the first mass-produced, fully rigged "fish-ready" aluminum bass boat, manufactured in partnership with Tracker Marine.^[14] The company's physical retail presence began in 1981 with the opening of its first standalone Bass Pro Shops store in Springfield, Missouri, on approximately 35,000 square feet of space designed to immerse customers in an outdoor environment with aquariums, taxidermy displays, and hands-on product testing areas.^[15] This flagship location marked the shift from catalog dominance to experiential brick-and-mortar retailing, setting the template for future stores while the mail-order division continued to expand nationally.^[1]

National Expansion and Milestones

Following the success of its inaugural Outdoor World store in Springfield, Missouri, opened in 1981, Bass Pro Shops initiated national expansion in the mid-1990s by adopting a destination retail model featuring immersive outdoor-themed environments, large footprints exceeding 90,000 square feet, and attractions such as aquariums and wildlife displays to draw customers beyond local markets.^[16] The company's first store outside Missouri opened in 1995 in Duluth, Georgia, spanning 90,000 square feet and marking the shift from regional catalog and Missouri-centric operations to broader U.S. presence.^[16] Expansion accelerated in the late 1990s and early 2000s, with additional flagship Outdoor World stores opening in Gurnee, Illinois, in 1997 (125,000 square feet); Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, in 1999 (200,000 square feet); and in 2001 across Nashville, Tennessee; Charlotte, North Carolina; Cincinnati, Ohio; and the Maryland/Washington, D.C., area.^[16] By around 2002, Bass Pro Shops operated 22 stores nationwide, growing to 27 stores by July 2005, the 40th store by 2007, and 56 stores by the end of the decade, often in sites exceeding 100,000 square feet and supported by public incentives totaling approximately $560 million across developments. These milestones reflected Bass Pro Shops' strategy of selecting high-traffic, experiential locations to build brand loyalty, contributing to annual revenues reaching $3.4 billion by 2008 with over 16,000 employees, while prioritizing large-format stores that integrated retail with entertainment to sustain growth amid competition from general merchandisers.

Recent Growth and Store Openings

In the years following the 2017 acquisition of Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops has sustained expansion through new destination retail stores and smaller Outpost formats, targeting regions with growing demand for outdoor recreation. This growth reflects strategic investments in underserved markets, with announcements and openings accelerating from 2023 onward to enhance market penetration in states like Texas, New York, and California.^[17]^[18] Key developments in 2023 included announcements for three major locations: Spring, Texas; Clifton Park, New York; and St. Augustine, Florida, aimed at bolstering presence in high-growth southern and eastern markets.^[17] In 2024, Bass Pro Shops opened its mega Outdoor World in Irvine, California—a 180,000-square-foot facility—on March 27, featuring extensive aquatic displays and conservation exhibits.^[19] The Spring, Texas, store followed with a grand opening on October 2, spanning over 100,000 square feet and serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area.^[20] The St. Augustine location also commenced operations in late 2024 after site preparations and hiring events.^[21] Expansion intensified in 2025, with multiple grand openings and further announcements. The Tyler, Texas, store—a 77,000-square-foot retail site—opened on April 16, marking the company's 17th location in Texas.^[22] In May, a 70,000-square-foot Outpost in Hermantown (near Duluth), Minnesota, debuted on May 21, accessible via major highways to draw regional customers.^[23] The Clifton Park, New York, Outdoor World followed on July 30, contributing to buzz and job creation in the Capital Region.^[24]^[25] Later in the year, the Odessa, Texas, store opened on October 29 in Midland County, fulfilling a 2023 Permian Basin commitment and hiring over 150 employees.^[26]^[27] Ongoing 2025 announcements signal continued momentum, including a new destination store in Victor, New York, for the Rochester area (October 21), an Outpost in Muncy, Pennsylvania (June 5), a retail site in Osage Beach, Missouri—the ninth in the state (August 1), and an Outpost in Fort Smith, Arkansas (February 10).^[28]^[29]^[30]^[31] By mid-2025, Bass Pro Shops operated 106 stores across 39 U.S. states and territories, underscoring the brand's focus on physical retail amid e-commerce competition.^[6]

Acquisitions and Corporate Evolution

Acquisition of Cabela's

On October 3, 2016, Bass Pro Shops announced an agreement to acquire Cabela's Incorporated, a Nebraska-based outdoor retailing competitor, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $5.5 billion, or $65.50 per share.^[32]^[33] The deal included Bass Pro assuming about $1.4 billion in Cabela's debt and was structured as a merger where Cabela's shareholders would receive cash consideration, with the transaction expected to close in the first half of 2017 subject to regulatory approvals and shareholder consent.^[34] This acquisition aimed to merge two prominent retailers specializing in hunting, fishing, and outdoor gear, creating a larger entity with over 170 stores across North America.^[35] The merger faced scrutiny from antitrust regulators, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which investigated potential competitive impacts in the outdoor retail sector.^[36] On July 3, 2017, the FTC closed its review without requiring divestitures or modifications, notifying Cabela's that the investigation concluded with no action, thereby clearing the path for completion.^[37]^[38] Earlier financing challenges had raised doubts about the deal's viability, prompting reports of potential renegotiation, but Bass Pro secured commitments from banks including JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs to fund the purchase.^[39] The transaction closed on September 25, 2017, with Bass Pro paying $61.50 per share in cash, reflecting an adjusted aggregate value of approximately $5 billion including debt assumption, down from the initial terms amid market and regulatory delays.^[40]^[41] Following the acquisition, Cabela's operated as a subsidiary under Bass Pro Shops, retaining its brand while integrating operations to leverage combined supply chains and customer bases in the outdoor recreation market.^[42] The deal positioned Bass Pro as the dominant U.S. outdoor specialty retailer, with annual revenues exceeding $7 billion post-merger.^[43]

Integration and Subsequent Deals

Following the completion of the acquisition on September 26, 2017, Bass Pro Shops integrated Cabela's operations through a phased approach emphasizing a "best-of-the-best" model that combined complementary product lines, supply chains, and store experiences while initially retaining both brands to minimize disruption.^[44]^[42] This included merging credit card programs via a multi-year partnership with Capital One, enabling seamless rewards across locations, and expanding the overall footprint to approximately 175 combined stores by 2023.^[34] Integration efforts focused on operational efficiencies, such as unified vendor compliance and IT system alignments, though pre-merger analyses highlighted risks like cultural clashes and redundant locations.^[45]^[46] To address antitrust concerns and optimize the portfolio, Bass Pro Shops divested 11 Cabela's stores in June 2019 for $324.3 million, with buyer details and exact locations undisclosed but the sales aiding regulatory compliance from the original deal.^[47] Rebranding of select Cabela's locations to Bass Pro Shops accelerated in subsequent years, including the Wichita, Kansas store in June 2025 and others like Saginaw, Michigan, reflecting a strategy to consolidate under the Bass Pro banner while preserving core Cabela's elements in some markets.^[48] Post-integration, Bass Pro Shops pursued additional strategic moves, including a failed merger attempt with Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings Inc. announced in November 2020 for $785 million, which was terminated on December 6, 2021, due to regulatory hurdles and failure to secure shareholder approval.^[49] In September 2025, Bass Pro Shops, alongside its subsidiary White River Marine Group, acquired Hobie Cat Company, a water sports brand known for kayaks and sailboats, relocating production from Mexico to the United States and adding manufacturing jobs in Missouri.^[50] These transactions underscored efforts to enhance vertical integration in marine products without major retail expansions.^[51]

Business Operations

Retail Model and Store Formats

Bass Pro Shops operates an experiential retail model that combines merchandise sales with immersive environmental simulations to engage customers in outdoor-themed adventures. Stores incorporate elements such as towering aquariums stocked with native fish species, taxidermy displays of regional wildlife, artificial waterfalls, and wooded interiors mimicking natural habitats, transforming shopping into an entertainment destination that encourages prolonged visits and incidental purchases.^[3]^[52] This approach, pioneered by founder Johnny Morris, differentiates the retailer from conventional sporting goods outlets by prioritizing customer immersion over transactional efficiency, with features like archery ranges, gun libraries, and educational exhibits integrated into the sales floor.^[12] The company's primary store format is the large-scale "Outdoor World" destination store, typically exceeding 100,000 square feet and designed as multi-level complexes with atriums, climbing walls, and boating displays. Flagship examples include the 535,000-square-foot location in the Memphis Pyramid, which features a 103-foot observation tower, indoor swamp with alligators, and a hotel atrium, drawing over 4 million visitors annually as a tourism hub rather than solely a retail venue.^[53]^[54] Standard Outdoor World stores range from 140,000 square feet, as in the Orange County, California, location opened in 2022, to the original Springfield, Missouri, headquarters spanning over 500,000 square feet of retail space.^[55]^[56] Smaller formats include "Outpost" stores, which occupy 20,000 to 75,000 square feet and focus on core product categories with scaled-down experiential elements for urban or secondary markets. For instance, a planned 75,000-square-foot store at Lake of the Ozarks emphasizes localized fishing and boating gear without the full flagship attractions. Recent openings, such as the 100,000-square-foot St. Augustine, Florida, store in 2024, feature a 12,000-gallon aquarium and taxidermy but adhere to mid-tier sizing for efficient regional coverage.^[57] This tiered sizing allows Bass Pro Shops to adapt to demographic densities while maintaining the experiential core, with over 200 locations blending physical retail and online fulfillment for omnichannel accessibility.^[58]^[59]

Product Offerings and Supply Chain

Bass Pro Shops primarily offers products for outdoor recreation, encompassing fishing equipment such as rods, reels, lures, terminal tackle, lines, hooks, and weights; hunting gear including treestands, saddles, and truck accessories; boating items like boat covers and marine supplies; apparel and footwear for men, women, and children focused on fishing, hunting, and general outdoor use; and additional categories such as shooting accessories, home decor, gifts, and toys.^[60]^[61]^[62] The retailer stocks both national brands like Yeti and Vortex alongside proprietary labels including Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Redhead, Instinct, Natural Reflections, Blackout, and Herter's, enabling competitive pricing through private-label production.^[60] Through its subsidiary White River Marine Group, Bass Pro Shops manufactures and distributes boats under brands such as Ranger, Nitro, Triton, Tahoe, Tracker, Sun Tracker, and Regency, representing a significant portion of its boating segment with annual sales exceeding 60,000 units as of recent reports.^[12] The company maintains in-house manufacturing for select fishing tackle, apparel, and other goods at dedicated plants to ensure quality control and customization.^[5] Bass Pro Shops manages its supply chain via multiple distribution centers that handle imports, transportation, order fulfillment for e-commerce, and stocking of retail stores, serving as the core infrastructure for product distribution across its network.^[63]^[64] These facilities support efficient logistics from global sourcing to domestic delivery, incorporating predictive analytics for demand forecasting influenced by factors like weather patterns.^[65] The supply chain emphasizes direct oversight of product flow from manufacturers to consumers, integrating post-acquisition operations from Cabela's to optimize inventory management.^[66]

Marine and Manufacturing Divisions

The marine and manufacturing divisions of Bass Pro Shops operate primarily through its subsidiary White River Marine Group (WRMG), which functions as the company's dedicated arm for boat production, distribution, and related off-road vehicle manufacturing.^[67] WRMG, headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, traces its origins to the 1970s when founder Johnny Morris introduced the Bass Tracker in 1978 as the world's first nationally marketed, professionally rigged boat, motor, and trailer package, revolutionizing the industry by emphasizing ready-to-fish accessibility and value.^[68] Today, WRMG holds the position of the world's largest boat manufacturer by production volume, focusing on aluminum and fiberglass fishing, pontoon, and recreational vessels built in facilities across the American heartland.^[68] WRMG's portfolio encompasses a diverse range of boat brands, including TRACKER (the top-selling fishing boat brand in the U.S. for over 45 consecutive years), Ranger, Nitro, Triton, Tahoe, Sun Tracker, Regency, MAKO, Ascend, and Hatteras yachts, with recent expansion into Hobie watercraft following its acquisition on September 24, 2025.^[68]^[51] The group also manufactures TRACKER OFF ROAD ATVs and side-by-sides through a partnership with Textron Specialized Vehicles initiated in 2019, integrating off-road mobility with its boating ecosystem.^[68] Production emphasizes durability, innovation—such as advanced hull designs and rigging—and customer satisfaction, evidenced by eight consecutive J.D. Power Customer Satisfaction Index awards for several brands.^[68] Manufacturing operations are concentrated in Missouri and Arkansas, with key facilities including plants in Bolivar (expanded in November 2020 to add 300 jobs for increased TRACKER production capacity) and Lebanon (slated for Hobie relocation from Mexico in 2025 to support U.S.-based assembly).^[69]^[51] In November 2024, WRMG announced consolidation of boating operations to streamline efficiency, involving the closure or partial relocation of four Missouri plants, such as shifting elements from Bolivar to Lebanon, while maintaining overall U.S. production focus amid economic pressures. These efforts prioritize domestic craftsmanship, with boats distributed through over 130 Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's Boating Centers—making WRMG the largest volume retailer of boats and Mercury outboard motors globally—as well as more than 500 independent North American dealers and international networks spanning 25 countries.^[67]^[70]

Hospitality and Experiential Services

Resorts and Lodging Properties

Bass Pro Shops maintains a portfolio of nature-oriented lodging properties that blend rustic accommodations with outdoor recreation, often situated near retail outlets and emphasizing conservation themes. These include the flagship Big Cedar Lodge in Missouri's Ozark Mountains, the urban-integrated Big Cypress Lodge in Memphis, Tennessee, and more affordable options like Angler's Lodge. Developed under founder Johnny Morris's vision, these properties prioritize experiential stays amid natural settings, with amenities such as private cabins, golf courses, and lake access.^[71]^[72] Big Cedar Lodge, founded in 1987 on Table Rock Lake near Branson, Missouri, serves as the cornerstone of Bass Pro Shops' hospitality offerings. Spanning thousands of acres in the Ozarks, it provides over 300 accommodations ranging from cozy cottages and log cabins to grand lodges and camp-style units, many with lake views. The resort features extensive recreational facilities, including multiple golf courses at Big Cedar Golf, hiking trails, boating, and spa services, positioning it as a premier wilderness destination. In 2025, it was ranked the number one golf resort in the United States by Golf Digest.^[73]^[74]^[75] Big Cypress Lodge, opened in April 2015 following a $60 million renovation of the former Memphis Pyramid arena, offers 103 pet-friendly rooms suspended among cypress trees within the 535,000-square-foot structure. Overlooking the Mississippi River and integrated with a Bass Pro Shops retail store on the lower levels, the lodge evokes a wilderness hotel aesthetic with rustic-elegant suites, treehouse retreats, and cabins featuring modern amenities like fireplaces and balconies. Guests access on-site attractions such as a bowling alley, aquarium, and observation deck, enhancing its appeal as an experiential urban outpost.^[76]^[77] Bass Pro Shops Angler's Lodge operates two locations in Missouri: one in Springfield and another in Hollister near Big Cedar Lodge. These budget-friendly hotels provide family rooms with air-conditioning, indoor pools, complimentary breakfast, and proximity to Ozark outdoor activities, catering to anglers and families seeking simple, nature-adjacent stays. The Hollister site, in particular, ties into the broader Big Cedar ecosystem for extended explorations.^[78]^[79] Additional affiliated properties include Camp Long Creek, a glamping site at Big Cedar with tent cabins and communal facilities, and Finley Farms in Rogersville, Missouri, which offers farmstead lodging alongside agritourism experiences. Bass Pro Shops also promotes partnerships like the Wilderness Club in Montana and select Bluegreen Vacations resorts, though these operate under separate management structures while aligning with the company's outdoor focus.^[71]^[73]

Restaurants and Entertainment Venues

Bass Pro Shops operates a portfolio of casual dining restaurants integrated into select retail stores and hospitality properties, emphasizing outdoor-themed atmospheres with features like large saltwater aquariums displaying tropical fish.^[80] These establishments, branded under the Bass Pro Shops Restaurant Family, include Islamorada Fish Company and Uncle Buck's FishBowl & Grill, serving seafood, steaks, and American fare such as fish camp specialties and grilled items.^[81] Islamorada Fish Company maintains 16 locations across the United States, originating from a Florida Keys marina concept focused on fresh seafood, with menus featuring dishes like key lime grouper and shrimp scampi alongside steaks and cocktails.^[82] Three of its sites incorporate massive saltwater tanks for an immersive dining experience, aligning with Bass Pro Shops' emphasis on aquatic and fishing motifs.^[82] Uncle Buck's FishBowl & Grill operates 12 venues, combining family-style meals—such as burgers, ribs, and fish platters—with entertainment amenities including bowling lanes and billiards tables, often situated within Bass Pro Shops stores for a seamless retail-dining transition.^[83] Entertainment venues within Bass Pro Shops properties extend beyond dining to include interactive attractions that enhance the experiential retail model. Uncle Buck's locations feature multi-lane bowling alleys themed around underwater adventures, accommodating parties and casual play.^[84] Select stores incorporate underwater-themed arcades with video games, amusement rides, and redemption prizes, introduced starting in 2019 to appeal to families.^[85] Flagship sites, such as the Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid in Memphis, Tennessee, offer specialized facilities like a 13-lane aquatic bowling alley, an indoor swamp exhibit, and observation decks overlooking cypress trees and wildlife, drawing over 1800 fish species into public view.^[86] Additional entertainment options in larger stores encompass archery ranges, shooting galleries, and live animal displays, varying by location to promote hands-on outdoor skills without formal instruction.^[87] These features, combined with restaurant access, position Bass Pro Shops as destinations for multi-hour visits, though availability depends on store size and regional regulations.^[60]

Conservation and Environmental Stewardship

Core Conservation Philosophy

Bass Pro Shops' conservation philosophy originates from founder Johnny Morris's formative experiences in the Ozark Mountains, where he developed a deep appreciation for natural resources through fishing and stewardship lessons from his father, a World War II veteran influenced by figures like Theodore Roosevelt.^[88] This personal ethic emphasizes careful management of wildlife and habitats to ensure sustainability, viewing conservation as inseparable from outdoor recreation and ethical use by hunters, anglers, and families.^[88] Morris has articulated a principle of fostering lifelong connections to nature, particularly among youth, to cultivate future generations of responsible stewards, as exemplified by his slogan "Take a kid fishing. You'll be happy you did."^[88] The company's stated mission integrates this philosophy into its operations, aiming to "inspire everyone to enjoy, love and conserve the great outdoors" by uniting customers, employees, and partners in North America's largest private conservation effort.^[9] At its core are three pillars: connecting new audiences—especially children spending an average of eight hours daily on screens—to outdoor activities; conserving wildlife and habitats through restoration projects spanning millions of acres; and advocating for sportsmen's rights to maintain access and traditions rooted in historical conservationists like Roosevelt and John James Audubon.^[9] This framework prioritizes practical outcomes, such as boosting populations of native species and opening public lands, over abstract environmentalism, reflecting a utilitarian approach that links commercial success in outdoor retail to long-term resource preservation.^[9] These principles manifest in targeted actions, including partnerships with over 250 organizations like Ducks Unlimited and the National Wild Turkey Federation to protect specific ecosystems—such as 1.8 million acres in the Prairie Pothole Region for waterfowl and 4 million acres of turkey habitat—while emphasizing habitat restoration and public access as means to enhance biodiversity and recreational opportunities.^[8] Morris's philosophy underscores that conservation succeeds through active participation in hunting and fishing, which fund and incentivize habitat improvements, rather than passive preservation, aligning business incentives with ecological health to counter urban disconnection from nature.^[9] Through vehicles like the Johnny Morris Conservation Foundation, this approach extends to educational initiatives that promote self-reliant outdoor ethics over regulatory dependence.^[9]

Funds, Donations, and Habitat Projects

The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's Outdoor Fund, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charity established following the 2017 acquisition of Cabela's, enables customers to contribute by rounding up purchases at checkout, with 97 cents of every dollar directed to conservation efforts including habitat protection and wildlife restoration.^[89]^[90] The fund supports grants to nonprofits focused on conserving fish and wildlife habitats, connecting new audiences to outdoor activities, and protecting public lands, partnering with over 250 conservation organizations across North America.^[8]^[91] Through the Outdoor Fund and related initiatives, Bass Pro Shops has facilitated the protection of millions of acres of critical habitats, including over 1.8 million acres in Canada's prairie pothole region for waterfowl breeding grounds in partnership with Ducks Unlimited.^[8] Additional habitat projects include the conservation of 4 million acres for wild turkeys via the National Wild Turkey Federation's "Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt" program in its first decade, and the opening of 60,000 acres for elk, pronghorn, and sage-grouse in Montana and Nebraska alongside annual treatments of tens of thousands of acres in Idaho through the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.^[8] The fund has also provided $500,000 grants to the National Fish Habitat Partnership for reservoir priority projects enhancing fish habitats, such as those announced in August 2025 for five additional sites.^[92]^[93] Johnny Morris, founder of Bass Pro Shops, has personally directed major donations through the Johnny Morris Conservation Foundation, including a $1 million pledge in January 2025 to support causes championed by former President Jimmy Carter, such as habitat restoration and youth outdoor education.^[94] Other targeted contributions include funding expansions of Texas Parks and Wildlife's ShareLunker program for bass populations and $10,000 grants for local restoration, as awarded to the Illinois River Conservancy in March 2025 for wetland enhancements.^[8]^[95] These efforts emphasize practical, species-specific habitat improvements over broad advocacy, with verifiable outcomes in acreage protected and population recoveries reported by partner organizations.^[9]

Educational and Public Awareness Initiatives

Bass Pro Shops supports educational initiatives through its affiliated Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, which offers programs designed to foster conservation awareness among youth by emphasizing hands-on interaction with nature and wildlife.^[96] These efforts align with the company's broader goal of connecting new generations to outdoor activities and instilling values of resource stewardship.^[97] A flagship program is the Wonders of the Ozarks Learning Facility (WOLF) School, a year-long curriculum for 46 fifth-grade students annually, operated in partnership with the Springfield Public School System and Bass Pro Shops.^[98] Hosted at the John A. and Genny Morris Conservation Center, it covers ecosystems such as forests, wetlands, and prairies through activities including canoeing, fishing, hiking, and gardening, aiming to develop future conservation leaders via inquiry-based learning.^[98] Complementing this, WOW School provides field trips for students that integrate conservation education with state and national standards, featuring guided experiences led by educators and volunteers.^[96] Outreach programs extend these lessons to families and students of varying abilities, while day camps encourage resource conservation through interactive animal encounters and skill-building.^[96] Bass Pro Shops further promotes awareness via in-store events, hosting 4,000 sessions yearly for hands-on outdoor skills training.^[97] Public engagement includes the Outdoor Adventurers initiative, launched in 2019 with the National Wildlife Federation and YMCA across 13 cities, reaching over 7,800 children aged 6–12 with activities like archery and kayaking to build nature appreciation.^[99] Annual Outdoor Days events introduce 300,000 participants, including many first-time fishers among 100,000 children, to activities such as rock climbing and fishing.^[97] The company has donated over 55,000 rods and reels through the Gone Fishing program to youth organizations and supported 20,000 Scout merit badges in conservation-related classes.^[97] In 2025, Bass Pro Shops granted $100,000 via its Outdoor Fund to the National Archery in the Schools Program, equipping thousands of students with outdoor gear for archery education tied to physical and environmental learning.^[100] Over five years, it donated 400,000 outdoor products to youth nonprofits, amplifying access to experiential learning.^[97] These programs collectively prioritize empirical engagement over abstract advocacy, evidenced by measurable participation metrics and partnerships with established wildlife organizations.^[97]

Veteran and Military Support

Bass Pro Shops provides a 10% discount on purchases in stores and online to active-duty military personnel, veterans, retirees, National Guard members, and Reservists from all branches of the U.S. armed forces, verifiable through ID.me or similar services.^[101]^[102] This Legendary Salute program extends year-round and excludes certain items like gift cards and firearms.^[101] The company employs nearly 4,000 veterans and active-duty military personnel across its operations, reflecting active recruitment efforts to integrate military experience into its workforce.^[103] Bass Pro Shops hosts annual Heroes Outdoors events, offering veterans guided fishing trips and outdoor activities designed to foster camaraderie and therapeutic engagement with nature.^[104] In September 2024, Bass Pro Shops became the official outdoor gear provider for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), enabling tax-free access to its brands for active-duty members, veterans, and dependents at military exchanges.^[105] Through partnerships, Bass Pro Shops supports wounded veterans via the Helping a Hero organization; in July 2021, founder Johnny Morris pledged funding for 10 fully adapted homes, payment of one mortgage, and 25% coverage for the subsequent 100 homes to facilitate independent living.^[106] The company also donates merchandise to military-focused nonprofits for fundraising events and provides in-kind support to veteran assistance programs.^[107]^[104]

Community Aid and Disaster Response

Bass Pro Shops has engaged in disaster response efforts by providing emergency equipment and facilitating rescues during flooding events. In response to widespread flooding in Texas, the company dispatched over 125 Tracker Boats to the Texas National Guard, contributing to more than 18,000 water rescues.^[108] The company maintains partnerships with organizations such as Convoy of Hope to deliver aid following major hurricanes. For Hurricane Ida in September 2021, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's donated $50,000, along with 3,300 ready-to-eat meals and 15,000 bottles of water, distributed through Convoy of Hope to affected communities in Louisiana and surrounding areas.^[109] In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian in 2022, Bass Pro Shops supported Convoy of Hope's recovery operations in Florida, where the organization served over 115,000 individuals; customer donations from 12 Florida locations were directed to these efforts, and the company committed 10% of sales from its Fort Myers store to the Bass Pro Cares Fund for employee assistance, alongside an additional $1 million allocation for impacted staff.^[110]^[111] For Hurricane Helene in 2024, Bass Pro Shops donated $100,000 on October 1 to Samaritan's Purse and Water Mission to aid victims in the southeastern United States.^[112] Beyond direct disaster interventions, Bass Pro Shops has supported recovery in other crises, including a $2 million collective donation led by founder Johnny Morris in 2019 for Hurricane Dorian relief in the Bahamas, supplemented by customer round-up campaigns at Florida stores.^[113] The Bass Pro Cares Fund provides one-time grants to eligible employees facing hardships from disasters or personal crises, covering expenses such as housing, utilities, and medical bills after 90 days of employment.^[114] In community aid initiatives tied to broader recovery, the company has raised funds for wildfire relief and donated personal protective equipment during public health emergencies, though specific figures for these efforts remain less detailed in public records.^[108] These actions align with Bass Pro Shops' stated commitment to assisting local communities and neighbors during crises, often through merchandise donations and in-store fundraising.^[115]

Economic Contributions and Job Creation

Bass Pro Shops employs approximately 40,000 individuals across its retail outlets, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and subsidiaries throughout North America.^[116] Headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, the company anchors the local economy as a primary employer and tourism magnet, with its flagship store attracting over 4 million visitors annually and generating substantial sales tax revenue alongside indirect job support in hospitality and services.^[14] This presence has positioned Bass Pro Shops as a significant driver of regional growth in the Ozarks, where its operations sustain employment in retail, logistics, and related sectors while fostering ancillary economic activity from visitor spending. Operating nearly 200 retail stores and marine centers continent-wide, Bass Pro Shops draws more than 200 million visitors yearly, amplifying local economies through heightened consumer expenditure on lodging, dining, and transportation in host areas.^[14] New store developments and facility expansions routinely add hundreds of direct positions per site, as evidenced by historical openings that have integrated full- and part-time roles in sales, maintenance, and customer service. The company's manufacturing arm, including the White River Marine Group subsidiary, further contributes by creating specialized jobs in boat production and assembly, with recent initiatives like the 2025 reshoring of Hobie Water Sports kayaks to Lebanon, Missouri, introducing additional employment opportunities in advanced manufacturing.^[117]^[118] These efforts yield multiplier effects, as store-induced tourism and supply chain demands support upstream suppliers and downstream vendors, enhancing overall fiscal contributions via property and payroll taxes in operational communities. In Missouri alone, Bass Pro Shops' integrated model has propelled job retention and expansion in rural manufacturing hubs, aligning with state incentives like the Missouri Works program to incentivize workforce growth.^[118]

Sponsorships and Cultural Affiliations

Motorsports and Professional Sports

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Bass Pro Shops entered motorsports sponsorship in 1998 through an associate partnership with Richard Childress Racing for Dale Earnhardt's No. 3 Chevrolet in the NASCAR Cup Series.^[119] This relationship evolved into primary sponsorship roles for various races, including appearances on Earnhardt's car before his death in 2001.^[120] The company expanded its NASCAR commitments, serving as primary sponsor for drivers such as Martin Truex Jr. in select 2016 races and continuing with Richard Childress Racing teams.^[121] In 2025, Bass Pro Shops partnered with Winchester Ammunition to primary sponsor Austin Dillon's No. 3 Chevrolet for 17 NASCAR Cup Series races under Richard Childress Racing.^[121] The retailer also committed to full-season primary sponsorship of Chase Briscoe's No. 19 car with Joe Gibbs Racing for the entire 2025 NASCAR Cup Series.^[122] Additionally, Bass Pro Shops renewed its multi-year deal with JR Motorsports for NASCAR Xfinity Series involvement, building on prior collaborations.^[123] Bass Pro Shops holds the title sponsorship for the annual Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway, a NASCAR Cup Series playoff event, beginning in 2016 after an initial 2015 agreement co-sponsored with the National Rifle Association.^[124] The race, held on the 0.533-mile concrete oval, attracts over 100,000 attendees and features high-stakes competition under the lights.^[125] In professional sports, Bass Pro Shops serves as title sponsor for Major League Fishing's Bass Pro Tour, a premier professional bass fishing circuit, with the agreement extended through 2028 as part of a partnership originating in 2019.^[126] The company also sponsored the 2024 Bassmaster Classic, the sport's Super Bowl equivalent, held March 22–24 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.^[127] Further, Bass Pro Shops acts as the official retailer and global sponsor for USAngling's 12 national fishing teams from 2024 to 2026, supporting competitive angling at international levels.^[128] These alignments reflect the retailer's focus on outdoor and conservation-themed competitions rather than traditional team leagues like the NHL or MLB.^[129]

Shooting Sports and Second Amendment Advocacy

Bass Pro Shops operates the Bass Pro Shops Shooting Academy at Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale, Missouri, providing instruction and facilities for various shooting disciplines including rifles, shotguns, handguns, and archery, catering to beginners through advanced participants.^[130] The academy emphasizes safety training and skill development in a controlled environment, aligning with the company's broader promotion of outdoor shooting activities.^[130] Through the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's Outdoor Fund, the company has awarded grants to youth-oriented shooting programs, such as $100,000 to the National Archery in the Schools Program in 2022 and an additional $100,000 in 2025 to expand archery education and conservation awareness in schools.^[131]^[132] Similar support includes a $50,000 grant to the USA Clay Target League for scholastic shotgun shooting initiatives and $20,000 to USA Archery in 2021 for competitive programs.^[133]^[134] Bass Pro Shops also hosts introductory events like Shoot Like A Girl clinics, offering free hands-on experiences in firearms and archery to encourage female participation in shooting sports.^[135]^[136] In terms of Second Amendment advocacy, Bass Pro Shops maintains a longstanding partnership with the National Rifle Association (NRA), collaborating on events such as the NRA Annual Meetings to promote firearms heritage and hunting traditions.^[137] The company participates in NRA Freedom Days promotions, providing discounts up to $150 on firearms for NRA members during specified periods, such as July 2016, to affirm support for gun ownership rights.^[138]^[139] Merchandise like the "Hands Off My Arms" T-shirt explicitly celebrates Second Amendment protections.^[140] Founder Johnny Morris has contributed over $28,000 to NRA-backed political candidates since the 2020 election, reflecting personal alignment with pro-Second Amendment positions.^[141] Despite external pressures, including a 2018 appeal from Sandy Hook families to halt sales of AR-15-style rifles, Bass Pro Shops continued offering such firearms, prioritizing customer access over restrictive demands.^[142]^[143] This stance underscores the company's commitment to Second Amendment principles amid debates over gun policy, without altering inventory to appease advocacy groups seeking broader sales limitations.^[144]

Controversies and Legal Matters

Employment and Hiring Disputes

In 2011, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a lawsuit against Bass Pro Outdoor World, LLC, alleging a nationwide pattern or practice of racial discrimination in hiring since November 2005.^[145] The suit claimed the company systematically denied qualified Black and Hispanic applicants retail positions such as cashiers, sales associates, and team leaders, while favoring non-Hispanic white applicants, based on statistical analyses showing a shortfall of approximately 1,000 minority hires compared to competitors.^[146] Additional allegations included retaliation against employees who complained about the practices and intentional destruction of employment records to conceal discriminatory conduct.^[147] Bass Pro contested the claims, arguing that the EEOC's evidence relied on flawed statistical models and anecdotal reports rather than direct proof of intentional discrimination, and that store-level hiring decisions were decentralized and merit-based.^[148] Federal courts partially limited the EEOC's scope, ruling in 2016 that the agency could not pursue relief for unidentified class members without individual evidence, narrowing the case from a broad pattern-or-practice claim under Section 707 of Title VII to specific disparate-treatment allegations under Section 706.^[149] The dispute resolved in July 2017 with a $10.5 million settlement, including up to $10 million in back pay and damages for over 2,000 claimants identified by the EEOC, without Bass Pro admitting liability.^[150] The agreement mandated injunctive measures such as anti-discrimination training for managers, revised hiring policies emphasizing objective criteria, annual reporting to the EEOC on applicant demographics, and enhanced record retention for five years.^[147] No other major employment or hiring disputes involving Bass Pro Shops have been reported in subsequent federal litigation as of 2025.

Consumer Protection and Privacy Claims

In 2022, Bass Pro Shops faced a class action lawsuit alleging false advertising related to its "Lifetime Guarantee" on socks, claiming the company reduced the warranty period to 60 days without updating promotional materials or notifying customers, leading to denied replacement claims.^[151] The suit, filed by plaintiff Kent Slaughter in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri, argued this constituted deceptive trade practices under consumer protection statutes, as the guarantee was marketed as covering wear and tear indefinitely.^[152] On the privacy front, Bass Pro Shops and its affiliate Cabela's have been accused in class actions of unlawfully sharing customers' personal data, including firearm purchase details, with third parties like Facebook via tracking pixels without explicit consent, potentially violating state privacy laws such as Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act and general wiretap statutes.^[153] A 2023 lawsuit in Illinois federal court claimed these practices exposed sensitive purchase information, raising concerns over unauthorized data transmission during website visits.^[154] Additional privacy suits have targeted Bass Pro's use of session replay software on its websites, which allegedly records users' keystrokes, mouse movements, and interactions without disclosure, constituting electronic wiretapping under federal and state laws like the Stored Communications Act.^[155] In multiple cases filed between 2022 and 2023, plaintiffs argued this violated privacy expectations, but federal courts in Pennsylvania and elsewhere dismissed several for lack of Article III standing, finding plaintiffs failed to demonstrate concrete harm beyond speculative injury.^[156]^[157] Earlier, in 2014, Bass Pro settled California class actions for $6 million over alleged violations of state privacy laws, including unauthorized collection and sharing of customer data through online tracking tools, without admitting wrongdoing.^[158] These claims highlight ongoing scrutiny of the retailer's data handling practices amid broader industry concerns over consumer consent in digital tracking. No major data breaches have been publicly reported, with disputes centering on affirmative disclosures rather than security failures.

Antitrust and Business Practice Challenges

In 2017, Bass Pro Shops' proposed $4 billion acquisition of rival Cabela's underwent extensive antitrust review by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state regulators, amid concerns over reduced competition in the outdoor sporting goods retail sector. The FTC investigation, which began following the merger announcement in December 2016, examined potential market concentration effects but concluded without conditions or divestitures, issuing a no-action letter on July 3, 2017.^[37]^[159] Regulators cited factors such as the presence of alternative competitors, including online retailers and big-box stores, as mitigating risks of anticompetitive harm.^[160] The deal closed later that month, with Bass Pro Shops adjusting the purchase price to $61.50 per share, totaling approximately $5 billion including debt assumption.^[161] Subsequent to the merger, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's faced class-action lawsuits alleging antitrust violations through price-fixing conspiracies in specific product categories. In June 2025, plaintiffs filed suits claiming the companies colluded with archery manufacturers (including Hoyt Archery and PSE Archery) and distributors to artificially inflate prices via minimum advertised price (MAP) policies enforced since around 2015, which penalized retailers for discounting.^[10]^[162] These policies allegedly stifled intrabrand competition, with evidence cited from industry meetings and communications suggesting coordinated efforts to maintain high resale prices.^[163] The cases, part of broader claims also targeting Dick's Sporting Goods, were consolidated into a multidistrict litigation (MDL) by the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation in October 2025, transferred to the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado—the state's first such MDL in over 15 years.^[164] Business practice challenges have included allegations of misleading advertising and warranty enforcement. A 2022 class-action lawsuit accused Bass Pro Shops of false advertising regarding its RedHead socks' lifetime warranty, claiming the company unilaterally reduced coverage to 60 days without updating promotional materials, leading to denied claims on defective products.^[151] The suit sought up to $5 million in damages for affected consumers who purchased the socks expecting perpetual replacement.^[165] Separately, in January 2025, Bass Pro Shops settled a class action for $4.95 million over a wellness program that allegedly imposed a $2,080 annual premium surcharge on tobacco-using employees without proper risk assessments or opt-out provisions, violating ERISA disclosure requirements.^[166] These cases highlight scrutiny on post-merger operational practices but remain distinct from core antitrust merger reviews.

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Jan 6, 2025 · Johnny Morris and Bass Pro Shops have announced a One Million Dollar Conservation pledge to support conservation causes President Jimmy Carter championed for ...Missing: philosophy | Show results with:philosophy
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Local Habitat Restoration Funded by Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's ...
Mar 26, 2025 · The $10,000 grant from the Outdoor Fund will support IRC's habitat restoration and enhancement work. These funds play a crucial role in IRC's ...
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Education | Day Camps, Field Trips & More | Wonders of Wildlife
Educating the Next Generation. Share the love for the great outdoors, wildlife and conservation through education programs designed for young minds.WOW School · WOLF School · Outreach · CampsMissing: Shops | Show results with:Shops
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Connect with the Great Outdoors - Bass Pro Shops
Through Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's – and our conservation efforts – we aim to connect kids and visitors to the outdoors in new ways.
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WOLF School | Outdoor Education | Wonders of Wildlife
The Wonders of the Ozarks Learning Facility (WOLF) School is a comprehensive outdoor learning curriculum for students in fifth grade.Missing: awareness | Show results with:awareness
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Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's partners with the National Wildlife ...
Nov 2, 2019 · The three year-long Outdoor Adventurers program will engage more than 7,800 children and their families, providing educational outdoor ...
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Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's continues strong partnership with the ...
Jul 11, 2025 · It provides outdoor gear for programming that makes a positive and significant impact on thousands of students nationwide. “The National Archery ...<|separator|>
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Military Discounts | First Responder Discounts - Bass Pro Shops
In appreciation of our men & women on the front lines, Bass Pro Shops is proud to offer a 10% discount online & in-store. Exclusions Apply.
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Bass Pro Shops Military Discount
Bass Pro Shops offers active military, veterans, retirees, National Guardsmen and Reservists of our Armed Forces a 10% discount every day, year-round at stores ...
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Helping a Hero, Bass Pro Shops, and Cabela's Release Special ...
Mar 13, 2025 · Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's have a proud history of supporting veterans, demonstrated through multiple initiatives: • Hiring Heroes: Nearly ...
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Honoring Military and Veterans | Bass Pro Shops
We're proud to offer an everyday discount in stores and online to active military and veterans from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps plus ...
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Bass Pro Shops becomes official outdoor gear provider for the Army ...
Sep 3, 2024 · Veterans, active-duty service members and their dependents will have the opportunity to shop the leading outdoor brands from Bass Pro Shops tax- ...
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Bass Pro Shops Founder Johnny Morris Surprises Wounded ...
Jul 8, 2021 · Johnny Morris and Bass Pro Shops pledged 10 adapted homes, paid one mortgage, and will cover 25% of the next 100 homes through Helping a Hero.
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Apply for Support | Bass Pro Shops
Supporting fundraising events, banquets and giveaways for conservation and military-focused nonprofits through donations of merchandise. Apply Now.Community Support · Missouri Ozarks Community... · Bass Pro Shops & Cabela's...
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Supporting Disaster Relief | Bass Pro Shops
In response to widespread flooding, we dispatched more than 125 TRACKER Boats to The Texas National Guard, leading to more than 18,000 water rescues. Working ...
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Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's donates $50000 for Hurricane Ida ...
Sep 9, 2021 · Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's donates $50,000 for Hurricane Ida relief efforts · Thousands of ready-to-eat meals, water bottles to be distributed ...
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Bass Pro Shops Supports Convoy of Hope's Hurricane Ian Recovery
Nov 8, 2022 · To date, Convoy has served more than 115,000 Floridians through its Hurricane Ian response. Ian is one of 30 disasters Convoy has responded to ...
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Johnny Morris & Bass Pro Shops Announce Major Support for ...
Nov 4, 2022 · Bass Pro Shops will donate 10% of all sales from its location in Fort Myers, Florida to the Bass Pro Cares Fund to assist Outfitters impacted by the storm.
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Johnny Morris and Bass Pro Shops Expand Support for Hurricane ...
Oct 7, 2024 · On October 1st, Bass Pro Shops donated $100,000 to Samaritan's Purse and Water Mission which will provide much needed support to individuals ...
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Johnny Morris – Bass Pro Shops and Initial Supporters Donate $2 ...
Bass Pro Shops customers can round-up their purchases to support relief efforts in impacted areas at all 12 Bass Pro Shops locations in Florida including ...<|separator|>
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Bass Pro Cares Team Member Support
Supporting Outfitters in Times of Crisis · Apply for Support. When hardship strikes, team members can apply to receive support from the Bass Pro Cares Fund.
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Helping Neighbors. Honoring Heroes. - Bass Pro Shops
We view every day as an opportunity to support causes in our backyard, lend a hand when disaster strikes and honor the brave men and women in our armed forces.
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Bass Pro | Company Overview & News - Forbes
Is This You? Upgrade to Start Personalizing Your Forbes Profile ... Bass Pro Stats. As of October 2025 ... Employees: 40,000. Forbes Lists. #183. Best Customer ...
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Bass Pro Shops & White River Marine Group Acquire Hobie Water ...
Sep 25, 2025 · White River Marine will expand its existing manufacturing facility in Lebanon, Missouri. The return of Hobie production to the U.S. marks an ...
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White River Marine Group to expand in Lebanon, bringing ... - Mo DED
Sep 24, 2025 · White River Marine Group, a leading boat manufacturer and Bass Pro Shops company, announced today that it will expand in Lebanon, bringing a ...Missing: division | Show results with:division
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A Partnership Unlike Any Other: RCR & Bass Pro Shops
Sep 15, 2022 · The long-standing partnership began in 1998 as an associate sponsorship of the No. 3 Chevrolet, driven by the legendary Dale Earnhardt.
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RCR Partner: Bass Pro Shops - Richard Childress Racing
Bass Pro Shops has a long relationship with NASCAR, dating back to 1998. RCR's long-standing partnership with America's premier outdoor and conservation ...<|separator|>
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Bass Pro Shops & Winchester team up to continue their long ...
Jan 17, 2025 · Bass Pro Shops and Winchester announced today an exciting new partnership for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season, with Austin Dillon's No.
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Bass Pro Shops to sponsor Chase Briscoe for entire 2025 NASCAR ...
Jan 24, 2025 · Bass Pro Shops will sponsor Chase Briscoe and the No. 19 team for the entire 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season with Joe Gibbs Racing.
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Bass Pro Shops to Return to JR Motorsports
Oct 1, 2024 · JR Motorsports announced today a renewal of their multi-faceted partnership with Bass Pro Shops, the leading national retailer of outdoor gear and apparel.
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Bass Pro Shops, NRA to sponsor Bristol Night Race | FOX Sports
Nov 6, 2015 · Bristol Motor Speedway announced Friday it has partnered with Bass Pro Shops and the National Rifle Association to serve as the sponsor for ...
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Bass Pro Shops Night Race - Official Site Of NASCAR
The Bass Pro Shops Night Race will be held September 21, 2024 at Bristol Motor Speedway. Learn more about the NASCAR Cup Series race.
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Major League Fishing and Bass Pro Shops Announce Historic 5 ...
Bass Pro Shops will also remain the title sponsor of the Bass Pro Tour through 2028. “Bass Pro Shops was an original founding partner in our sponsorship family, ...
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Bass Pro Shops Named Title Sponsor of the 2024 Bassmaster Classic
Jan 25, 2024 · The Bassmaster Classic has announced that outdoor retailer Bass Pro Shops will be the title sponsor of the 2024 event in Tulsa, Oklahoma, from March 22–24.
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Bass Pro Shops and USAngling Announce Global Sponsorship
This agreement makes Bass Pro Shops the “Official Retailer” and global sponsor of USAngling and its 12 national fishing teams.Missing: professional | Show results with:professional<|control11|><|separator|>
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Will Bass Pro Shops Contribute to or Sponsor Our Event?
In the past five years alone, together we donated more than $100 million to conservation, community, and outdoor education programs. We are committed to our ...
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Bass Pro Shops Shooting Academy - Big Cedar Lodge
Designed for the novice, the intermediate and the expert, this premier facility will offer instruction and education in a variety of shooting sports.Missing: involvement | Show results with:involvement
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Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's Outdoor Fund continues its support ...
Jul 1, 2022 · SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's Outdoor Fund is proud to award a $100,000 grant to the National Archery in the Schools ...
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Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's continues strong partnership with the ...
Jul 10, 2025 · NASP is proud to continue to work with the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's family to grow the shooting sports and promote conservation!” Guided ...
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BASS PRO SHOPS AND CABELA'S OUTDOOR FUND AWARDS ...
Springfield, Missouri – The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's Outdoor Fund is pleased to award the USA Clay Target League a grant of fifty thousand dollars.Missing: involvement | Show results with:involvement
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USA Archery Secures Generous Grant from Bass Pro Shops and ...
Mar 17, 2021 · USA Archery is grateful to receive a generous grant of $20000 from the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's Outdoor Fund in support of USA Archery ...
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Shoot Like A Girl Hosts Free Shooting Sports Experience at Bass ...
Aug 23, 2023 · Shoot Like A Girl, a brand of SLG2, Inc., is bringing their 2023 15-Year Expansion tour to Bass Pro Shops in Cary for an interactive event.
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Bass Pro hosting Shoot Like A Girl - BG Independent News
Jun 21, 2023 · Shoot Like A Girl, a brand of SLG2, Inc, is bringing their 2023 15-Year Expansion tour to Bass Pro Shops in Rossford, this weekend for an interactive event.
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Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's Continues Support of NRA Annual ...
Apr 22, 2019 · “The NRA and Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's have a longstanding partnership in preserving and protecting America's great firearms heritage and ...Missing: advocacy | Show results with:advocacy
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Bass Pro Shops "Freedom Days” Rewards NRA Members
Jul 23, 2016 · The NRA's larger “Freedom Days” event takes place between July 15 and 31, offering discounted prices on firearms—which Bass Pro advertises as “ ...
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Bass Pro Shops NRA Freedom Days TV Spot, 'Second Amendment'
Jul 19, 2016 · Bass Pro Shops invites viewers to celebrate NRA Freedom Days with savings of up to 150 dollars on guns and other deals.<|separator|>
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Bass Pro Shops Hands Off My Arms T-Shirt for Men
Celebrate your Second Amendment rights with the Bass Pro Shops® Hands Off My Arms T-Shirt for Men. This Bass Pro Shops T-shirt has a logo on the left chest ...
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Business Must Act
Bass Pro Shops and the NRA “have a longstanding relationship” and their ... Since the 2020 election, CEO Johnny Morris has donated $28,050 to NRA-backed members ...
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Bloomberg: Bass Pro's Johnny Morris has 'constructive' talk with ...
Mar 7, 2018 · Bass Pro CEO Johnny Morris met privately with representatives for the families of victims in the Sandy Hook elementary-school shooting.
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Sandy Hook lawyers to Bass Pro: Stop selling assault rifles - CTPost
Mar 3, 2018 · The lawyers for nine families of Sandy Hook shooting victims have sent a letter to the founder and CEO of Bass Pro Shops, asking him to stop selling military- ...
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Newtown Families Ask Bass Pro Shops To Stop Selling Assault Rifles
Mar 2, 2018 · Joshua Koskoff sent a letter on Thursday to Bass Pro Shops founder and CEO Johnny Morris. In the letter, Koskoff appeals to Morris with ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Bass Pro Failed to Hire Blacks and Hispanics at its Stores ... - EEOC
Sep 21, 2011 · The EEOC's suit alleges that qualified African-Americans and Hispanics were routinely denied retail positions such as cashier, sales associate, team leader, ...
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Settlement Possible in Bass Pro Hiring Lawsuit
HOUSTON (CN) - Bass Pro Shops cannot dismiss claims that it discriminates against minority job applicants but it will get 30 days to reach a settlement, ...
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Bass Pro to Pay $10.5 Million To Settle EEOC Hiring Discrimination ...
Jul 25, 2017 · The EEOC's suit charged that the company discriminated in hiring at its retail stores, unlawfully retaliated against employees who opposed ...
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No Means No - Judge Limits The EEOC's Claims In Bass Pro Case ...
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EEOC v. Bass Pro Outdoor World, LLC, No. 15-20078 (5th Cir. 2016)
The EEOC filed suit against Bass Pro pursuant to Sections 706 and 707 of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, 42 USC 2000e et seq., alleging that the company ...
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Bass Pro to Pay $10.5 Million to Settle Hiring Discrimination Claims
Aug 10, 2017 · Bass Pro Outdoor World LLC has agreed to pay $10.5 million to settle an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) race and national origin discrimination ...Missing: disputes | Show results with:disputes
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Singleton Schreiber Files Class Action Lawsuit Against Bass Pro ...
Rating 4.7 (111) Jul 21, 2022 · The lawsuit alleges Bass Pro Shop changed the sock warranty from lifetime to 60-day, without disclosing this change in advertising, despite the ...
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Bass Pro class action alleges company won't honor lifetime warranty ...
Plaintiff Kent Slaughter claims Bass Pro offers consumers a flimsy lifetime guarantee that includes a promise to replace the product in the event it wears out.
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Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's Secretly Share Consumers' Firearm ...
Apr 7, 2023 · A class action claims Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's secretly send website visitors' personal data, including information about firearm purchases, ...Missing: protection | Show results with:protection
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Bass Pro Shop and Cabelas Data Privacy Investigation - Girard Sharp
Cabelas and Bass Pro Shops may have violated state law by sending customers personal information and firearm purchases to Facebook without proper consent.
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Bass Pro class action claims website records visitors' electronic ...
Feb 21, 2023 · Bass Pro Shops violates Maryland law by wiretapping the electronic communications of visitors to its online website, a new class action lawsuit alleges.
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Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's Beat Website-Surveillance Lawsuits
Dec 7, 2023 · Nine lawsuits alleging that BPS Direct LLC and Cabela's LLC tracked user interactions with their websites in violation of state and federal wiretap laws were ...
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Bass Pro Shop Direct gets US wiretap claims dismissed by federal ...
Dec 6, 2023 · Bass Pro Shop Direct was granted dismissal of US website user claims that the retailer illegally tracked their keystrokes and browsing ...
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California class actions? Bass Pro finds it's like shootin' fish in a barrel
Sep 29, 2014 · The outdoor sporting goods company Bass Pro recently agreed to pay $6 million to settle claims that it violated California privacy laws.
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Antitrust regulators sign off on Cabela's sale to Bass Pro | AP News
Jul 5, 2017 · Cabela's says U.S. antitrust regulators have ended their investigation into Bass Pro Shops' $4 billion deal to buy the Nebraska-based chain.
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Bass Pro/Cabela's: a case study of competitive retail mergers
Jul 24, 2017 · On 3 July 2017, the Federal Trade Commission issued a no-action letter officially closing its investigation into the proposed merger of Bass ...<|separator|>
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Cabela's-Bass Pro merger gets FTC blessing - Retail Dive
Jul 6, 2017 · The Federal Trade Commission on Monday notified Cabela's that its proposed merger with rival Bass Pro Shops can proceed, according to a ...
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Class-Action Lawsuit Accuses the Archery Industry of Price Fixing
Jun 6, 2025 · The suit alleges that retailers like Bass Pro and bowmakers like Hoyt conspired to artificially inflate the prices of archery equipment.<|separator|>
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Class action claims antitrust violations by archery manufacturers ...
Aug 19, 2025 · The lawsuit claims that manufacturers started enacting MAP policies that provided punishment for violations by retailers and distributors, ...
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Price Fixing Class Action MDL Transferred to Colorado, State's First ...
Oct 16, 2025 · The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation transferred major antitrust class action lawsuits accusing Dick's Sporting Goods, Bass Pro Shops,
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Bass Pro Shops Sued for $5 Million—Over Socks
Jul 21, 2022 · Bass Pro Shops Sued for $5 Million—Over Socks. The company is accused of not honoring its lifetime warranty on a brand of socks. Published ...<|separator|>
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Bass Pro Smoker Penalty Lawsuit Settles For Nearly $5 Million
Jan 7, 2025 · Bass Pro Group LLC signed a $4.95 million class settlement with tobacco-using workers who say they've wrongly been charged a $2080 annual ...Missing: consumer protection