Wilcox Bait & Tackle

Wilcox Bait & Tackle is a family-owned outdoor outfitter in Newport News, known for live bait, fishing tackle, hunting supplies and an archery pro shop. The store carries Alumacraft and Gheenoe boats and sells bait wholesale to retailers and organizations across the region.

The archery side is the main draw for many customers. The shop is an authorized dealer and service center for brands such as Mathews, Hoyt and Bowtech, and staff can set up, repair and tune bows. A full indoor range sits across the street from the store, offering rentals, practice, lessons, leagues and JOAD programs. The store is at 9501 Jefferson Avenue in Newport News, and the business has been in the same family since 1954.