Virginia Beach, Virginia – January 2, 2024 – Freedom is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Stoddard’s Range and Guns, a respected name in the shooting and outdoor sporting industry. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in our journey with the addition of two storefronts to our operations to provide unparalleled services and value to the communities we serve. Stoddard’s operates at two locations – Douglasville, GA, and Midtown Atlanta, GA.
      A Tribute to Stoddard’s Legacy – We begin by expressing our deepest gratitude and appreciation to Ken Baye and the Stoddard’s team. Their dedication, innovation, and passion have established Stoddard’s as a beacon of excellence in the industry. The achievements and reputation built by the Stoddard’s team are admirable and a testament to their commitment to quality and customer service.
     Our Members and Guests – This exciting new chapter would not have been possible without the unwavering support of our members and guests. Your trust and patronage have been the cornerstone of our collective success. We are committed to continuing to earn that trust every day, and this acquisition is a step towards enhancing the experience we excitedly offer to our valued community.
     Freedom’s Team – The accomplishment of this acquisition is also a reflection of the extraordinary performance of the Freedom team. Their hard work, strategic vision, and relentless pursuit of excellence have enabled us to reach this pivotal moment. This acquisition is not just a business decision; it represents the fruition of our team’s collective efforts and aspirations to provide the best experience in the shooting and outdoor sporting industry.
     Enhanced Value and Service – The integration of Stoddard’s into the Freedom family signifies our dedication to enhancing value and service in the shooting and outdoor sporting markets. We are excited about the opportunities this acquisition presents. Together, we aim to innovate, expand, and elevate the experiences for our customers, combining the best of both organizations.
     Looking Forward – As we embark on this journey, we remain committed to the core values that have guided both Freedom and Stoddard’s: dedication to our customers, a passion for excellence, and a relentless pursuit of innovation for the guest experience, whether in-store, on the shooting range, or online. We are excited about what the future holds and are confident that together, we will set new benchmarks as leaders and ambassadors for our industry.
     We pride ourselves on creating a premier customer experience and ensuring that people have access to quality products and services in the shooting and outdoor sporting industry. Freedom will continue to deliver exceptional service, competitive pricing, and a comprehensive product offering to members and guests. We appreciate your business, and if you have questions, please check out our updated website. Additionally, if you or someone you know is interested in exploring a potential acquisition, please contact Acquisitions@FreedomOutdoors.us.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – December 28, 2023 – Silencer Central, America’s largest silencer dealer, is thrilled to announce their collaboration with Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) and South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks to recognize the significant contributions made by hunters and targets shooters, as well as industry manufacturers that support wildlife conservation efforts across the country through the Pittman-Robertson Act.

As part of their ongoing commitment to conservation, OSCF has developed a video series titled ‘Connecting with Conservation,’ where they collaborate with industry manufacturers and state fish and wildlife agencies. The latest installment of this series showcases a visit to South Dakota and Silencer Central’s Sioux Falls headquarters, shedding light on the remarkable conservation efforts taking place in the state.

“We are proud to connect with and visit Silencer Central. It was great to learn of their dedication to conservation. By donating millions of dollars’ worth of their suppressors to conservation groups they truly are making a difference.,” said Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation’s Executive Director Jim Curcuruto. “By contributing $3.6 billion each year, America’s 60+ million active HATS (Hunters, Anglers, Trappers and Shooters) are truly the primary funders of wildlife conservation in America, and we appreciate Silencer Central helping to spread that message.”

The Pittman-Robertson Act, also known as the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration, generates funds from an excise tax on select outdoor products and goes to benefit projects such as land acquisition and improvement of wildlife habitat, introduction of wildlife into suitable habitat, research, surveys and inventories of wildlife populations, and hunter education programs, including construction and operation of public target shooting ranges.

“As more people hunt and target shoot, more money goes to conservation,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “We are proud to partner with a variety of conservation organizations to expand this initiative and we’re honored to host OSCF at our headquarters.”

Over the past 86 years, the partnership between hunters, sport shooters and outdoor industry manufacturers has become the largest contributor to wildlife conservation and public access to natural resources in America. In just the past five years, nearly$5 billion has been collected from outdoor industry manufacturers and made available to state wildlife agencies for their conservation efforts.

The ‘Connecting with Conservation’ video series is produced with the support of The Murray Road Agency. Funding for this project is provided by the Multistate Conservation Grant Program (F23AP003940), a program supported with funds from the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program and jointly managed by the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

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The mission of the S.D. Game, Fish & Parks is to serve and connect people and families to the outdoors through effective management of our state’s parks, fisheries and wildlife resources. For more information and to learn how to get involved, visit gfp.sd.gov.

For more information and to explore Silencer Central’s extensive range of products, visit SilencerCentral.com, or call 888-781-8778.