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Mar 1, 1999 · GARY OLEN, CEO & Chairman of The Sportsman's Guide, Inc. Born on March 29, 1942; Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Children: Wendy, Jeff.
Founded in 1970 by Gary Olen, Sportsman’s Guide started out as a mail-order catalog business shipping fishing lures and hunting supplies nationwide. What began as a small operation run out of a basement has since grown into one of the largest online retailers of outdoor sporting goods in the country.
Sportsman's Guide sent out nine million catalogs in 1986, primarily to middle-income, blue collar men interested in hunting and the outdoors. Among the 16,000 items in the 88-page catalog were dart and stun guns, ninja stars and other martial arts weapons, inflatable beds and boats, and clothing.
Sportsman's Guide is an online retailer of hunting and fishing gear, military surplus, ammunition, and outdoor sporting goods. It is based in South St. Paul, Minnesota, USA. The company was founded by Gary Olen in 1970, and the first Sportsman's Guide catalogue was mailed in 1976.
Mar 7, 2022 · Gary was the founder of The Sportsman’s Guide and loved all things outdoors. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandpa. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Jun 27, 2023 · Sportsman’s Guide is a well-known retailer of outdoor gear and equipment, catering to the needs of hunters, anglers, and camping enthusiasts. Founded in 1970 by Gary Olen, the company started as a mail-order catalog that offered a selection of outdoor products at affordable prices.