Two Major Outdoor Retailers Coming to Utah

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(KSL News) Two major outdoor retailers announced their plans to move to Utah and another company expressed plans for a large expansion.

Jason Perry, Executive Director, Governor's Office of Economic Development: "Utah is on the map. This truly is becoming the outdoor products and recreation capital of America."

Peregrine and Smith Sport Optics said they want to move their businesses to Utah because it is a prime location for outdoor recreation and business.

Backcountry.com said it wants to expand its company in Utah because Utah is a great place for customers to try out the gear they buy.

Peregrine intends to open its newest store in Ogden by the first of March and Smith Optics hopes to open its store by March 15th in Clearfield.