A re you a sportsman, with a sportsman family and sports man friends? Well, let me direct you to your headquarters. It's on highway 77 in Minong, Wisconsin; you can't miss it and the name truly says it all.

Sportsman's Headquarters has a long and vital reputation as the ultimate sportsman store and this year there are a few changes, like new owners. John and Becky Waggoner from Hayward decided this was a business they would enjoy and sold their interest in the Hayward Bakery and Cheese Shop and have taken the keys from Ron and Pat Bowman who have owned the place for 6 1/2 years. John wants to hold the status-quo and continue in the same direction the store is famous for.

"How can you argue with success:'" John asked. "We plan to continue the fine tradition."

Since it's that time of year when you take rod and reel, tackle, bait and high hopes to drift across the sky blue water of the Northwoods. lets start with fishing. Sportsman's Headquarters has it all for the fisherman and can help you with anything, except maybe the high hopes.

It doesn't matter if you need a new spinning rod or just new line spun onto your old reel. Sportsman's Headquarters can help. rods, and a large selection of reels. They also carry rod and reel sets for all fishing skills even the youngest, little fisherman. The tackle department is extensive. You can find just about any kind or size of lure. Plus spinner baits, jigs and jig accessories like rubber tails, and a big selection of rubber worms. They carry live bait. Of course we all know a fisherman need lots of extra equipment to assure success. Boat seats, a couple of landing nets, there are many sizes to choose from, fish bags, stringers, minnow traps and buckets and the list of accessories goes on and on.

It's no wonder, this 4000 square foot store is your destination point within your destination point. Everyone stops at Sportsman's Headquarters before heading to the lake; or in the fall before they go hunting in the
deer woods.

Sportsman's Headquarters carries Matthews and Parker bows. These are popular high quality bows. Do you need an arrow or broadhead or maybe you just need a target, they can fill the bill for you. Now that you've got the
new bow and arrows you need somewhere to sit ... a ladder or tree stand. They carry Big Rivers, Game Tracker, River's Edge, Strongbuilt among others. John is an avid sportsman and bow hunter and knows what he likes.

"We're sportsman, too," John said. "And can speak to our customers with authority."

But all the hunting and fishing product and supplies aside it is only the beginning. Sportsman's Headquarters carries hunting clothes, sweat shirts, tee shirts, boots, all kind of boots, hats, gloves, and more. They carry a large selection of camping equipment and water toys, too. Need a dock or boat lift? This is the place for that too as they are the world's largest
DockRite dealer.

"We're a full service sports shop for everyone from the beginners to the most experienced backwoodsman." John said. "Come see for yourself."

Indeed, come see for yourself and you'll soon make it your destination point within your destination point. Sportsman's Headquarters is truly a store for you and your whole family.

715-466-2171

Reprinted with permission.