BOARDMAN, Ohio — Fin Feather Fur Outfitters, a sporting goods and outdoor supply chain, will open a new store on Boardman Poland Road this spring.

This will be the fourth expansion in less than three years for the business.

It carries a variety of items from firearms to reloading supplies to fishing equipment and outdoor clothing from The North Face, Columbia, Rocky Boots and other manufacturers.

Established in Ashland, Ohio, in 1985, Fin Feather Fur Outfitters, more commonly known as “The Fin,” has been expanding across Northeast Ohio.

The company has about 200 employees and officials project another 40-45 positions at the new location.

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