Expanding its presence in the outdoor category, Dick’s Sporting Goods has agreed to acquire retailer Moosejaw from Walmart. Dick’s outdoor portfolio is currently led by its specialty retailer, Public Lands, and the company said this acquisition will reaffirm its commitment to the long-term business opportunity in the growing multibillion-dollar outdoor category.
Moosejaw, founded in Michigan in 1992, operates both in e-commerce and brick-and-mortar locations in Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Kansas, Michigan and Missouri.
“We admire what Moosejaw has accomplished over the past 30 years as leaders in the outdoor industry and look forward to the opportunity to share insights and learn from one another,” said Todd Spaletto, president, Public Lands and senior vice president, Dick’s Sporting Goods. “We believe there’s potential to grow the Moosejaw business and provide compelling experiences and an expanded product assortment to its millions of loyal customers.”
After several years of development, Dick’s launched Public Lands in 2021 with the mission to celebrate and protect public lands for all. The brand has since grown to seven retail locations and an e-commerce presence. Once the acquisition closes, Moosejaw CEO Eoin Comerford will report to Spaletto.
The deal is expected to close in March 2023.
