Sportsmen’s Connection

Sportsmen’s Connection is a fishing and outdoor outfitter based in downtown Kent, Connecticut, serving anglers and outdoor enthusiasts throughout Litchfield County and the Housatonic Valley, including Cornwall and New Milford. For more than 20 years, the shop has supplied local residents, visitors, and Appalachian Trail hikers with gear, practical advice, and access to the region’s outdoor recreation. Founded by lifelong angler and professional guide Ethan Raskind, the business draws on local knowledge of the Housatonic River from Canaan to Kent.

The store carries fly and spin fishing tackle, rods, reels, lures, line, live bait, apparel, camping supplies, hiking essentials, and ice-fishing equipment. Its services include fly-shop support such as line winding and custom setups, as well as guided Housatonic River fishing trips for trout, bass, and pike. Anglers can choose drift-boat or wading outings tailored to their experience and goals. The business also shares river reports covering water flows, hatches, and fishing activity.