Popular outdoor retailer faces nationwide shutdown amid possible bankruptcy

Eddie Bauer is heading toward bankruptcy and may close its North American storefronts, according to a report - (Getty Images)

Longtime outdoor apparel retailer Eddie Bauer may close its 200 brick-and-mortar storefronts across North America as its retail operator looks to file Chapter 11 bankruptcy, according to a report.

Eddie Bauer’s retail operator is preparing to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will shut down approximately 200 stores across North America, WWD reported.