DAYTONA BEACH – The long awaited Bass Pro Shops store nearing completion across the street from Daytona International Speedway will open Feb. 16 with a public evening event featuring appearances by NASCAR drivers and other celebrities.

Here are some things to know about the new store.

1. What is Bass Pro Shops? The chain describes itself as a “leading destination retailer offering outdoor gear and apparel in an immersive setting.” Founded in 1972, when young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, Bass Pro Shops today has 102 stores and marine centers across much of the country.

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