West Marine is closing stores: See a full list of doomed boating supply locations that will shutter in 23 states (opens in new tab)

West Marine, a major boating and marine supply retailer that has been operating since 1968, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. While the bankruptcy will allow the company to continue operating during its restructuring, West Marine has confirmed in court documents that it will close 59 locations as part of the process. Here’s what you need to know about West Marine’s bankruptcy and which stores are closing. What’s happened? On May 17, West Marine, Inc. West Marine began its life a...