Bass Pro Shops is taking the outdoor shopping experience to another level with its new location in Sayreville, New Jersey. The massive store promises much more than fishing gear, hunting supplies and camping equipment. Visitors will find an 80,000-gallon shipwreck aquarium, live marine exhibits, underwater-themed bowling lanes, an arcade and a restaurant designed around an immersive deep-sea setting. The 200,000-square-foot destination will also feature a special display of former President George H.W. Bush’s personal fishing boat. With shopping, dining, entertainment and conservation education under one roof, the new location is shaping up to be a major attraction for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
An 80,000-Gallon Shipwreck Aquarium Will Be the Store’s Centerpiece
Forget the usual shopping experience. The biggest attraction at the new Bass Pro Shops in Sayreville, New Jersey, will be an enormous 80,000-gallon Shipwreck Aquarium designed to bring an underwater world into the retail space. Rising nearly three stories high, the cylindrical aquarium will contain more than 280 fish and serve as the centerpiece of the store. Its shipwreck theme is intended to create an immersive setting while introducing visitors to aquatic life and conservation. The attraction will also give families a reason to explore the store beyond its outdoor equipment and fishing supplies. A ray touch pool and live jellyfish exhibits will add to the experience, making the aquarium one of the location’s most distinctive features.
The Flemish Cap Will Combine a Restaurant With Underwater-Themed Bowling Lanes
Bass Pro Shops is giving visitors another reason to stay longer with The Flemish Cap, an unusual restaurant and entertainment attraction inspired by the North Atlantic. Rather than functioning as a conventional dining area, the experience will combine casual family dining with an immersive deep-sea environment. Guests will also find underwater-themed bowling lanes and arcade games, creating an entertainment space for children and adults alike. The concept reflects the store’s broader plan to bring shopping, dining and recreation together under one roof. For families who might not be interested in browsing fishing rods or camping equipment, the restaurant and adventure zone could become a major part of the visit.
Visitors Can Explore Stingray Touch Pools, Jellyfish Exhibits and More
The aquarium is only one part of the store’s planned aquatic attractions. Visitors will also have access to a ray touch pool featuring five species of rays, giving guests an opportunity to encounter these marine animals up close through a hands-on experience. Two jellyfish exhibits will provide another look at aquatic life, adding variety to the educational displays. These attractions are designed to do more than entertain. Bass Pro Shops says the new destination will combine recreation with conservation education and hands-on learning experiences intended to inspire younger visitors to care about the natural world. The combination of live exhibits and interactive activities makes the location particularly appealing to families looking for something beyond a traditional retail outing.
The 200,000-Square-Foot Store Will Showcase George H.W. Bush’s Personal Fishing Boat
One of the most unusual pieces on display at the Sayreville location will be Fidelity V, the personal offshore fishing boat belonging to former President George H.W. Bush. The vessel will form part of a special tribute to American presidents who enjoyed fishing and supported conservation. Its presence adds a historical element to a store otherwise centered on outdoor recreation and retail. The boat will be housed within a massive 200,000-square-foot Outdoor World destination located in the Riverton retail complex, near the Garden State Parkway and the intersection of Interstates 95 and 287. Beyond the presidential tribute, the store will carry a wide selection of outdoor equipment and boating products, making it a substantial destination for shoppers throughout New Jersey and the wider Tri-State Region.
