The best sporting goods shops in Norwich

Whether you're posted up at the lake, chasing Gaga Ball glory, or catching a movie under the stars, start at Odetah Store & Office inside Odetah Camping Resort to get set for the day at a spot proudly voted most beautiful in Connecticut.

From the Norwich newsletter, October 21, 2026

Wild Edge Inc builds American-made mobile hunting gear for hunters who like to keep it simple. Home of the original steppladder climbing system, they’ve got everything you need to get elevated without the extra stuff, so you can slip in, climb up, and focus on the shot.

From the Meriden newsletter, August 11, 2026

Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.

Trade your usual weeknight for nearby Smith Cove time with Three Belles Outfitters, offering kayak and SUP rentals, guided sunset and glow paddles, ecology tours, and playful SUP yoga, all launching right from the cove, then stick around for a casual coastal bite at their waterfront restaurant.

From the Waterford newsletter, October 9, 2026

Anthem Sports is the spot coaches and league wranglers around Groton trust for real-deal gear, from bats and backstops to scoreboards, bleachers, and field tarps. They carry CIAC approved balls and offer team sales, plus items marked in stock that are ordered by 2 pm EST ship the same day Monday to Friday.

From the Groton newsletter, October 17, 2026