Inspired by a core value of helping connect more people to nature, Midway Gunshop was founded in 2005 by avid young angler Ken Van Ryzin, who began selling fishing tackle from eight square feet of shelf space in his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri. In 2017, Midway joined forces with other notable Gun Shops to become North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company and leverage our combined purchasing power to deliver better value to customers. Today, we use our shared values to deliver to customers unforgettable retail experiences, unmatched equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and outstanding customer service.