Simms Fishing Products sold – Vista Outdoor Will Increase their Presence in Bozeman

CEO of Vista Outdoor Chris Metz  says their presence in Bozeman will grow as Vista Outdoor looks to headquarter their outdoor product business in Bozeman. “Bozeman has a place that is near and dear to my heart and the company’s heart and so we think the ability to continue to grow our footprint here.”

Vista Outdoor Inc. is the parent company of 39 brands that design, manufacture and market sporting and outdoor products to consumers around the globe. Simms is a premium fishing brand and leading designer, marketer and manufacturer of waders, outerwear, footwear and technical apparel.

Headquartered in Bozeman, Simms was founded in 1980 and later acquired in 1993 by K.C. Walsh, its current Executive Chairman. Walsh’s initial vision for Simms was to create the most beloved brand in sport fishing that could marry his passion for fishing with his commitment to fisheries conservation, a news release states.