Popular outdoors retailer adds 7th North Carolina store, 3rd Super Center in the nation.
ST. PAUL, Minn., –-(Ammoland.com)- Gander Mountain is bringing another pioneering development in the firearms industry to North Carolina with the opening of the state’s first “Gander Mtn. Firearms Super Center” in Monroe.
The Gander Mtn. Firearms Super Center is a popular new concept which will give Monroe a specialty retail outlet focused on fulfilling the needs of firearms enthusiasts, featuring thousands of new and used firearms of all kinds, and the industry’s best selection of firearms accessories, specialty apparel, ammunition and security.
Gander Mtn. Firearms Super Center will buy and sell a huge selection of used firearms and will be staffed by firearms specialists on duty to give shoppers more one-on-one service.
“Gander Mountain is already recognized as the firearms experts, but with our latest Gander Mtn. Firearms Super Center we are taking the experience of shopping for firearms and accessories to an entirely new level of selection and service,” said David Pratt, CEO of Gander Mountain, “We are excited to bring this new retail experience and opportunity to the people of North Carolina and we’re confident that our unmatched selection and the expertise of our specialists will make this a premiere destination for those with an interest in firearms.”
Construction activity is underway on a 30,000-square-foot facility at 3151 West U.S. Highway 74 in Monroe, on the site of the former Best Buy store. The Gander Mtn. Firearms Super Center is projected to open in late April.
The Gander Mtn. Firearms Super Center mission is to provide responsible citizens the highest quality solutions for their firearms needs, including safety, security, education and training. They will provide the largest assortment and selection of firearms solutions for hunting, self-defense, recreation, competition and training, while at the same time upholding the highest level of compliance in accordance with all local, state and federal laws. Highly knowledgeable, professional and customer-focused store personnel are ready to assist you to in becoming a satisfied, prepared and well-informed firearms owner and user.
The store has all levels of products to fit the needs and interests from beginners to the true firearms enthusiast, and offers rare and hard-to-find firearms and ammunition. In addition, the store features a huge selection of used firearms, and top-level expertise from associates who will walk customers all the way through the selection, purchase and compliance process. Gander Mtn. Firearms Super Center also offers a wide selection of hunting clothing and gear designed with outdoor enthusiasts in mind.
“We couldn’t be happier to have Gander Mountain become part of the City of Monroe landscape,” said Monroe Mayor Bobby Kilgore. “Our residents and the surrounding area’s residents will be able to have their outdoor needs met right here in Monroe. Gander Mountain is a fantastic company that will not only provide a great shopping destination, but also jobs, a financial investment in our community and a new retail destination we can be proud of.”
Additional details on special events, activities and promotions that will be a part of the new Monroe store grand opening celebration will be available at www.GanderMountain.com. Those interested in careers with Gander Mountain can explore current opportunities and submit an application on-line at www.GanderMountain.com/careers
About Gander Mountain Company
Gander Mountain Company headquartered in St. Paul, Minn., is the nation’s largest retail network of outdoor specialty stores for firearms, hunting, fishing, camping, marine and outdoor lifestyle products and services. Since 1960, Gander Mountain has offered the best selection of outdoor equipment, technical apparel, active performance wear, and footwear featuring national, regional and specialty brands at competitive prices. Focused on a “We Live Outdoors” culture, Gander Mountain dedicates itself to creating outdoor memories. There are currently 120 conveniently located Gander Mountain outdoor lifestyle stores in 24 states. For the nearest store location call 800-282-5993 or visit www.GanderMountain.com. Gander Mountain is also the parent company of Overton’s (www.Overtons.com), a leading catalog and Internet based retailer of products for boating and other water sports enthusiasts.