Sneak peek of first Scheels store in Utah {GIVEAWAY}
I thought the new Scheels in Utah was just another Cabela’s (i.e., perfect for Nathan and of little interest to me).
Boy, was I wrong.
Scheels is 85 specialty shops—including a Denim Den…be still my denim-loving heart—under one roof complete with 16-car Ferris Wheel and Gramma Ginna’s Deli & Fudge Shop.
It’s basically a sporting goods store combined with a mall combined with fun center all on crack.
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I was invited to the Scheels pre-opening press event tour of the new store. Sadly, a lot of the store was still in boxes but that didn’t stop me from catching a glimpse of some pretty cool merchandise.
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Believe me when I say Scheels is ginormous. GI-NOR-MOUS. And it has to be in order to house the Ferris Wheel, life-size airplane…
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…children’s play structure, shooting gallery (who does that guy remind you of?)…
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…demo kitchen, archery lane, wildlife mountain and those 85 specialty shops I mentioned.
Megan from Brassy Apple was my tour buddy. She had a lot of fun testing out the guns at the shooting gallery.
Maybe too much fun.
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I must admit, the Ferris Wheel was pretty impressive as were the Barbie fishing poles, bins of ammo, and selection of Real Salt Lake gear. But what wowed me the most was the 16,000-gallon salt water aquarium.
We were able to watch as they started introducing the salt water fish to their new home. Who knew it required an entire team including a scuba diver?
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By the way, I had no idea tropical fish came in a box.
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I honestly can’t wait until Scheels finally opens its doors on September 29th. I’m totally planning a visit as a family night activity. My family will love the shooting gallery, sports simulator games, mini bowling and a few turns on the Ferris Wheel. We’ll follow it up with a taste or two of Scheels fudge.
Let’s just hope this gal is dressed a bit more modestly before those doors open.
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These were my three most favorite shots from the Scheels tour:
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And now for the GIVEAWAY!
To kick-off the grand opening of the new Utah Scheels, I am giving away $100 in Scheels gift cards to one (1) lucky ITRML reader!
Gift cards are good both in store and online at ScheelsSports.com.
This giveaway will be administered via Rafflecopter.
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Disclaimer: Scheels provided me with a tour of the new store and lunch along with $100 in gift cards for the giveaway. They offered me a ride on the Ferris Wheel but I politely turned them down due to my fear of vomiting in one of their new Ferris Wheel cars.
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Looks very cool. If I put some of my clothes on the white mannequin does it count as a workout?
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Emily Hill Reply:
September 21st, 2012 at 9:52 pm
Totally. Especially if she’s wearing multiple layers.
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That looks like such a fun store! I can’t wait to check it out!
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Emily Hill Reply:
September 22nd, 2012 at 2:01 pm
It really is awesome!
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We have a Scheel’s in Saint Cloud MN and I shop there for my workout shoes.
Thank you.
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I had NO idea what Scheels was! Good to know and I’d love the gift certificate – especially since apparently, I’ll be going on my first hunting trip next month!
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Emily Hill Reply:
September 24th, 2012 at 10:48 am
I can’t wait to hear all about your trip. You’ll definitely have to post about it!
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LOL! dying laughing at the shots of me at the shooting gallery! hilarious!!!! so fun to tour scheels with you EM!!!
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Emily Hill Reply:
September 24th, 2012 at 2:04 pm
Any tour is WAY more fun with you!
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So fun! I can’t wait to go Christmas shopping. Sounds like I could get it all done in one place. :)
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Emily Hill Reply:
September 24th, 2012 at 2:05 pm
You totally could! Seriously!
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I must live under a box — I’d never heard of these guys before! Looks so so fun. Totally going to have to take my girlies there one of these days! You guys look like you had so much fun. I won’t be riding the ferris wheel either. Deathly afraid of heights!
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Emily Hill Reply:
September 24th, 2012 at 4:42 pm
Becky, we shall sit out the Ferris Wheel together. Whew!
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never been to one
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Emily Hill Reply:
September 25th, 2012 at 11:00 pm
Well, you totally must go–so very cool!
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We drove past Scheels on Saturday, and boy was it crowded. I can’t wait to go, but I might give it a month or so because I’m not a huge fan of crowds… (especially with a 3 month old) Looks like a fun place to shop though. Gotta start on my Christmas shopping!!
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Emily Hill Reply:
October 1st, 2012 at 3:51 pm
I’m not a huge fan of opening day for most stores–way too many crowds! But we’ll definitely be visiting soon. Such a fun store!
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