The GSM Outdoors family of brands enters the fishing category for the first time with its acquisition of Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits.

Surge Outdoors, a new supplier of hunting and outdoor-related products, recently announced its purchase of Barnett Crossbows.

Pure Fishing recently announced the close of purchase for Plano Synergy Holdings, then immediately sold the Plano Synergy archery and hunting accessories brands to GSM Outdoors.

GSM Outdoors adds to its extensive collection of outdoor brands with the acquisition of TruGlo, makers of popular sights and shooting accessories for compounds, crossbows and firearms.

In the latest shooting sports news, the U.S. Coast Guard has selected Glock pistols and Blackhawk has expanded its Serpa CQC Concealment holster line.

GSM Outdoors acquires Skull Hooker; QDMA and NDA become a unified deer organization; USA Archery offers free trial youth memberships; Corey Consuegra named president of Arcus Hunting; and NSSF to host July 13 webinar, “Using Social Media Effectively.”

Well-known outdoor gear manufacturer Hunters Specialties is the latest brand to join the portfolio of GSM Outdoors.

In the latest shooting industry news, Ruger is making its debut at the Great American Outdoor Show in Pennsylvania, top speakers are scheduled at the SCI Convention in Reno and GSM Outdoors has acquired Hunters Specialties.

A record 2,600 exhibitors opened the 42nd SHOT Show in Las Vegas, the 22nd time the show has been held in the city.

The acquisition of Down & Out Blinds expands GSM Outdoors’ product selection in the portable hunting stand category.