A Frederick fixture since 1959 ... long before I started going there as a little boy. Never mind the dust because this gang know their stuff! Fresh bait and great supporters of the community.

Stopped into this shop on the edge of historic downtown Frederick, named "The Official Big Fish Record Keeper" by the Frederick News-Post, and with good reason. They've got albums worth of old & new pics alike of current and former State records checked into this DNR weigh station.



Since 1959, this family-run business has served sportsmen in the tri-state area. Their knowledge of local areas is unrivaled, particularly by the owner (Bill). On occasion you can catch his son (Todd) there who teaches boating safety and is a master fly-fisherman.



Days are staffed in large part by the eldest daughter, Laurie, but the owner arrives after 4pm. He's the best to talk to for archery, and does a majority of the bowhunting/archery servicing.



Great live bait selection, and avid behind-the-scenes supporters of local fishing clinics & youth derbies.



A great alternative to the 'big box' stores for most anything.