ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 23, 2007--Outdoor lifestyle retailer, Gander Mountain, announced today it is launching a program to help its customers and employees explore and adopt clean renewable energy. Gander Mountain is a leading purchaser of renewable energy, offsetting 100% of the electricity used in all its Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, Kansas and Colorado stores as well as their St. Paul, Minn., headquarters.

Under this new promotion, the Gander Mountain stores utilizing renewable energy are offering free $50 and $20 gift cards to anyone who purchases wind power for their homes for one year with Renewable Choice Energy. More details about the promotion, including applicable restrictions, can be found at www.gandermountain.com/links

"We are excited to take this next step in support of our commitment to renewable energy," said Mark Baker, president and CEO of Gander Mountain. "We hope that our employees and customers will take advantage of this unique opportunity to help keep the outdoors safe for tomorrow."

This is the second phase of Gander Mountain's renewable energy program. In February 2007, Gander Mountain purchased 17,000 megawatt-hours (MWh) of renewable energy credits from renewable energy facilities including wind farms and biomass facilities. This purchase of renewable energy from domestic sources in rural communities will help avoid more than 23 million pounds of carbon dioxide pollution in 2007. To have the same impact, more than 2,000 cars would have to be taken off the road, or more than 3,100 acres of trees would have to be planted, according to statistics from the Environmental Protection Agency.

Gander Mountain is working with Colorado-based Renewable Choice Energy. Renewable Choice Energy is a leading national provider that is building the market for clean and renewable sources of energy.

"Renewable Choice Energy is delighted to be working with Gander ountain on the second phase of this program," said Quayle Hodek, Renewable Choice Energy's CEO. "Most consumers don't know they have a choice in how the energy they use is being produced. By reaching out to their customers, Gander Mountain is helping build the market for clean and renewable sources of energy," he added.

About Gander Mountain Company

Gander Mountain Company (Nasdaq: GMTN), headquartered in St. Paul, Minn., is the nation's largest retail network of stores for hunting, fishing, camping, boating, marine and outdoor lifestyle products and services. Since 1960, the Gander Mountain brand has offered an expanding assortment of competitively priced outdoor equipment, technical apparel and footwear, as well as gunsmith, archery, ATV and marine services. The stores feature national, regional and local brands as well as the company's owned brands. Focused on a "We Live Outdoors(R)" culture, Gander Mountain dedicates itself to creating outdoor memories. There are currently 105 Gander Mountain outdoor lifestyle stores in 22 states. For the nearest store location call 800-282-5993 or visit www.gandermountain.com/links

About Renewable Choice Energy

Based in Boulder, Colo., Renewable Choice Energy (www.renewablechoice.com) promotes the development of clean alternatives to fossil fuels. Renewable Choice connects renewable energy producers with forward-thinking consumers including Fortune 500 companies, cities, universities and residential consumers across the country. As a pioneer in wind power marketing, Renewable Choice Energy has helped develop many industry standards and best practices, and is the leading supplier to LEED certified green building projects.

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We achieve our vision by engaging, educating, and collaborating with our stakeholders; leading the industry with innovative strategies, products, and service solutions; delighting our customers; establishing strong corporate partnerships; and providing employees with fulfilling yet balanced careers of which they can be proud.

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