Overview

• The plan shutters 31 stores and five outlet locations, reducing roughly half of the company’s brick-and-mortar footprint.
• Orvis will tighten its assortment toward gear for fly fishing and wingshooting while phasing out some lifestyle lines.
• The company will lean on its direct website, Orvis Adventures travel offerings, and more than 550 wholesale partners.
• Specific locations slated to close and the number of affected employees have not yet been disclosed.
• Closeout events, including "Last Release" discounts and clearance at closing stores, will accompany the transition.