General Info

Johnson Outdoors is a leading global outdoor recreation company that turns ideas into adventure with innovative, top-quality products. The company designs, manufactures and markets a portfolio of brands across four categories that include watercraft, marine electronics, diving and outdoor equipment. Its familiar brands are Old Town canoes and kayaks; Ocean Kayak and Necky kayaks; Escape electric boats; Minn Kota motors; Cannon downriggers; Humminbird, Bottomline and Fishin' Buddy fishfinders; Scubapro and UWATEC dive equipment; Silva compasses and digital instruments; and Eureka! tents. The company has more than 20 locations throughout the world, employs approximately 1,300 people and reported annual sales of $381 million in 2005. Johnson Outdoors is located in Mankato, Minn.