Eastern Mountain Sports will host a grand opening of its newest location in Avon, CT on Oct. 15-17, 2010. After nine years in Simsbury, Eastern Mountain Sports has moved to a larger location at Avon Marketplace.


The new, 14,400 square-foot store is nearly double the size of the former location and features an expanded boat department, a climbing gear test area, as well as a full-service bike shop. These improvements complement an extensive selection of outdoor apparel and gear for backpacking, camping, climbing and hiking.

“For 22 years, our staff of experienced athletes in the Hartford market has been preparing our customers for all kinds of outdoor adventures,” said Will Manzer, CEO of Eastern Mountain Sports. “With more products to choose from and an upgraded shopping experience, we look forward to exceeding the expectations of every outdoor enthusiast who walks through the door of our new Avon store.”


Store Manager Michael Lloyd added, “Connecting to the local community through outdoor sports and conservation has always been important to us. We're excited to build on our existing relationships within the local community and to build new partnerships with like-minded organizations.”