DT10Sam Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Hi Everyone, I regretfully wish to inform everyone that I have closed Carra outdoor Sports and we will be auctioning off everything that is left in the store. We have tried to run a good business and the result of economic times and big box operations increasing their hunting and fishing supplies namely CT now carrying guns in the Belleville area it is not feasible for us to keep our doors open. The high cost of of doing business rent, insurance for a gun store etc. has made it difficult to continue. The price of the US dollar also effecting our operation where everyone can cross border shop or order from cross border and as a retailer we have no option but to go through Canadian distributors that adds their percentage on the products can make things very costly. We do not blame our customers for shopping cross border as they can get better deals then what we can get. As a result of this and many other factors we have decided not to continue. I have lost my life savings in this business and just recently have accepted a position as an auditor for both on shore and off shore oil and gas wells. I have just returned from working the past 5 weeks in Australia and will be heading there again very shortly and then off to New Zealand. I will be posting from there as soon as my shark fishing trip is arranged. I work 6 months of the year and the other 6 months I will be working in my taxidermy shop that I am presently building. I will be post much later in Spring sometime when I get my taxidermy business back in full swing. I would like to thank the many OFC'ers that have supported our store and I will now have some time to actually get out and fish more and it may be around the world and not just in my back yard at Quinte. I will still contribute in the very near future to some of the fund raisers that OFC'ers organize and with luck fish some of them providing that I am back in Canada. Again many thanks to all of you that support Carra Outdoor Sports............you will not be forgotten, this is still the best forum around the fishing community. Best regards, Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out4Trout Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Sam Really sorry to hear that. I bought quite a bit of gear at your store and the staff were always top notch. Going to miss the Kent loads this fall, your prices last fall were superb. Goes to show what happens when local businesses are not supported. Sad, really. I may just move a few purchases ahead by a month or two... if you are still open 'til Sept 12th? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brifishrgy Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Sorry to hear about the store but glad things are working out for you work wise .. must be tough being away from home for so long .. if I ever get that Quinte monster eye I will bring it by to get mounted whenever you get your taxidermy up and running (the way I catch walleye it is gonna take me some time ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowPoke Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Thanks for dropping in Sam. It sounds like an exciting new chapter ahead for you. Best of luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Best Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 That is the worst news Buddy.....I was planning to come see you soon as I will be in the market for a new Cross-bow and a shot-gun.September is too early for me,but please let me know if you have any remaining stock after Oct. 1st....Again Sam,very sorry to hear of the closure,but you're no quitter and new avenues can always lead to new adventures....TC buddy and tight lines....Chuck... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish4Eyes Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Sorry to hear about your loss. Is the auction taking place at your store? Preview pics of what is being auctioned? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carp Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Sorry to hear the bad news Sam. Best wishes for your future projects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 That's a real bummer Sam, but think of the new and exciting times ahead. I wish you all the luck in your new endeavour and hope to see you come around here more often. Say hello to Laura for me okay. Joey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhunter Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Sad news Sam... you always took the high road when things got a little dicey and I for one hold you in high regard. (We met very briefly at the Quinte GTG) Folks are saying that we are out of this recession... but I think of it this way: A recession is like getting kicked in the gut... it hurts for some time. Right now, the foot has left the gut, but the pain is still there. This to, shall change. Good luck in your new endevour and please do post for where ever you are! HH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbuck Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 It's too bad you have to close your shop but things happen for a reason, this may be the beginning of the most exciting and fun chapter of your life. Best of luck in your new endeavour!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeXXington Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 (edited) Best of luck in the future, You are a standup guy One door closes and another one opens Edited September 3, 2009 by LeXXington Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squid Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 That really sucks Sam. I wish you the best in whatever you pursue and stay in touch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistyriver1 Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Sorry to hear this Sam. Best of luck in the new venture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunner27 Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Sam.....sorry to hear that......we always stop by on our way to the cottage. Anyways will you be publically displaying this auction......?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT10Sam Posted September 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Hi Everyone, Thank you for the kind words as this has been a tough pill to swallow. This auction is a public auction and I will take some pics this weekend of some of the products and will post them here that way some of you will have an idea what is available. Kind regards, Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 As most have said Sam, one door closes, another door opens. You've always been a stand up, honest guy with us and so it pains us to see you biting the bullet. Selfishly, I'm just hoping that I can get to see your taxidermy shop to get just a glimpse of your airbrushing skills. Best of luck to you Sam. I know you'll do well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucktail Posted September 4, 2009 Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 That sucks Sam! Hell I misssed you when you were around the corner in Burlington. I hope everything works out.....most often it does!! Darren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted September 4, 2009 Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 I too am saddened to hear this Sam. I hope you find your new ventures both fulfilling and rewarding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinbanger Posted September 4, 2009 Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 sorry to hear Sam but the adventures ahead sounds exciting . you 'll be missed! dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyb Posted September 8, 2009 Report Share Posted September 8, 2009 Sorry to hear the news Sam...you're a class act and best of luck with your travels and enjoy the increase in fishing time now! Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccmtcanada Posted September 8, 2009 Report Share Posted September 8, 2009 I'm sorry to hear this news Sam! You have made lots of friends here on this board...and I really hope to see you still on here. Thanks so much for everything...I wont forget the great things you've done for me...and hope the taxidermy business does well for you when you get that up and running again. Good luck in whatever you do...good things happen to good people...and you fit that bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuchikubo Posted September 8, 2009 Report Share Posted September 8, 2009 That is sad news indeed, sorry to hear that you'll be closing. As with many here, I wish you all the best in your new ventures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUSTER Posted September 8, 2009 Report Share Posted September 8, 2009 One door closes a new door opens, good luck with your new venture. Iam also in the market for a new 7mm rem, mag /.... PM Me a price if you have one cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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