Cabela's Inc., a well-known outfitter of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, said Tuesday it is in negotiations to build one of its large-format destination retail stores in Reno.
Plans call for the 150,000-square-foot outdoor gear superstore to be open by late 2006 or early 2007. It will be similar in size to the Cabela's retail stores in Owatonna, Minn., and Kansas City, Kan.
Dennis Highby, president and CEO of Cabela's Inc., said, "We are excited to bring our world-famous retail experience to our great customers who live in Reno, as well as to the thousands of hunters and anglers who travel through the area every year. We believe a Cabela's store will be the perfect fit for Reno and all of Nevada."
Cabela's has agreed to purchase 38.5 acres of land from Pinnacle Entertainment next to the Boomtown Reno property on Interstate 80 near the California border. There are many details to work out before the store can open, including securing funding for road and interchange improvements.
Cabela's expects to employ as many as 400 people. Offerings will include hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, boating and wildlife-watching gear, as well as outdoor clothing and outdoors-styled gifts and furnishings.
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