Bass Pro Shops Springfield, Missouri headquarters is the grand daddy of all outdoor stores and a place you must visit on your next Branson, Missouri vacation. The following excerpt is included in Bass Pro's media information kit and helps give you a feel for just how amazing the Bass Pro story really is:
Few individuals have had the insight and energy to create an entire industry where none existed before. John L. Morris, a young tournament fisherman frustrated by the lack of a consistent source for the specialized gear he needed, decided to do something about it. In 1971, he asked his father for 8 feet of retail space in his Springfield, Missouri liquor store, and stocked the shelves with the latest gear from the tournament trail. The rest, as they say, is history...
"Our secret to success? It's very simple: Offer each customer a comprehensive selection of quality merchandise at great prices, and back every item with outstanding customer service. For over a quarter of a century, this philosophy has been the cornerstone of our business - and the driving force behind our role as the world's leading supplier of outdoor gear." - John L. Morris, Founder
A visit to the store that started it all should be a part of every vacation itinerary. We suggest that you allow a few hours on your next trip to visit the store and we always recommend it as a stop on our custom group and tour operator packages.
We can help your group plan a Branson, Missouri vacation that will include a stop at the world headquarters of Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World!
