If you are preparing for open season in central Wisconsin and need hunting supplies, stop in at Pritzl’s Trading Post. Located in Nekoosa, (Rome) WI, Pritzl’s has everything you need to enjoy a safe and successful hunting season, including licenses, ammunition, camouflage, and blaze orange gear.

Besides visiting their store to stock up on hunting supplies, Pritzl’s Trading Post offers these tips on getting ready for the season:

• Get Your Hunting License Early: Depending on which game you are planning to hunt, the deadline to apply for a license may vary. Check out the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website for info on application deadlines and where to obtain your hunting license.
• Sight-In Your Bow Or Rifle: You should try to sight-in your bow or rifle several weeks before the season begins. If you visit the range well before hunting season starts, you’ll beat the crowds and get plenty of practice. This will also give you enough time to find the right load or broadhead/ arrow combination, and to purchase any replacement gear that you may need.
• Get to Know Your Trails: Thanks to modern technology, it isn’t hard to obtain aerial maps of most locations. But if you’re a traditionalist, Pritzl’s Trading Post sells a plat book of Adams County. By reviewing maps and plats, you can get a visual representation of the trails you’ll be taking while you hunt. Try to also walk through these trails before the season begins to get an idea of the terrain and where game may be located.
• Speak To Local Farmers & Conservation Officers: Local farmers and conservation officers are more aware of the movements and habits of deer and other game than most residents. If you are not from the area, these conversations can greatly improve your chances of success, and you’ll find that most locals are friendly and helpful.
• Get Yourself In Shape: Hunting is not an obviously physically strenuous activity, but it does require some strength and endurance. Consider that you will be hiking up and downhill for hours on end, carrying a weapon and game. If you are hunting big game, especially, you want to be sure that you can carry it back to your vehicle with minimal struggle.

In addition to carrying a wide selection of hunting supplies, Pritzl’s Trading Post also features a bakery, deli, grocery, and an impressive selection of craft beers. To learn more, visit their website or call (715) 325-2281.