Last updated: November 11, 2026 · We checked the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s help centers, the Legendary Salute page on basspro.com, and the company newsroom for the current military discount rules.
- Yes. Bass Pro Shops offers a military discount called Legendary Salute: 10% off eligible merchandise and 5% off firearms and ammunition.
- Who qualifies: active duty, veterans, National Guard and reserves, plus law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs and state fish and wildlife agency employees.
- Where: in stores and online at basspro.com. In store you show a current ID; online you verify once through your basspro.com account.
- Cabela’s: the Cabela’s help center lists the same program with the same 10% / 5% rates.
- Veterans Day 2026: we found no extra percentage off on basspro.com. Local news reports a free veterans breakfast at stores on November 11, 2026.
Bass Pro Shops runs a year-round military discount, not just a holiday deal. The official name is the Legendary Salute program, and it covers veterans as well as people currently serving.
Below we explain how much you save, what proof you need, how to use it online, and where the rules are not spelled out. We only list what we could confirm on Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s official pages.
Bass Pro Shops military discount at a glance (November 2026)
| Detail | What we found | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Program name | Legendary Salute | Confirmed (site) |
| Discount on most items | 10% off eligible merchandise | Confirmed (site) |
| Firearms and ammunition | 5% off | Confirmed (site) |
| Active duty, veterans, Guard, reserves | Eligible | Confirmed (site) |
| LEOs, firefighters, EMTs, fish and wildlife agents | Eligible | Confirmed (site) |
| Military spouses and dependents | One basspro.com banner mentions “families”; the help center does not | Not confirmed |
| In-store proof | Current ID showing military status | Confirmed (site) |
| Online | Verify through your basspro.com account | Confirmed (site) |
| Verification company (ID.me, GovX, SheerID) | Not named on the help page | Not confirmed |
| Same program at Cabela’s | Yes, same rates and rules | Confirmed (cabelas.com) |
| Full exclusions list | “Exclusions apply,” list not published on the pages we checked | Not confirmed |
How the Legendary Salute discount works
According to the Bass Pro Shops help center, verified customers get 5% off firearms and ammunition and 10% off all other eligible merchandise. The Legendary Salute page on basspro.com says the 10% discount works both online and in store, and adds that exclusions apply.
The discount is not a one-time coupon. Once you qualify, you can use it on every eligible purchase. Online, it is taken off your cart subtotal on eligible items.
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are owned by the same company. The Cabela’s help center has its own military discount page with the same wording: 10% off eligible items, 5% off firearms and ammo, and the same in-store and online steps. So you can use your discount at either store brand.
How to use it in store (step by step)
- Shop as usual at any Bass Pro Shops or Cabela’s store.
- At checkout, tell the cashier you want the military discount.
- Show a current ID that verifies your military status. First responders show proof of current employment in their role.
- Check your receipt to make sure the 10% (or 5% on guns and ammo) came off.
How to use it online at basspro.com
- Create an account on basspro.com (or cabelas.com) if you don’t have one.
- Log in and go to the military discount section of your account.
- Submit your verification information. The help center says you will get instructions for applying the discount after you are verified.
- Add items to your cart. The discount is subtracted from the subtotal on eligible items.
One note: the help center says fish and wildlife agents cannot be verified online. They can still get the discount on purchases in a store.
Who qualifies and what you need
- Active duty military from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard.
- Veterans. The company newsroom says the program honors veterans and active military, and its military page includes the National Guard and reserves.
- First responders: law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMTs.
- State fish and wildlife agency employees (in store only).
Spouses and dependents: this is the gray area. One discount banner on basspro.com mentions members “and their families,” but the help center and Legendary Salute page do not say spouses can use the discount on their own. If you are a spouse shopping without your service member, ask at the register before you check out.
Space Force: the newsroom list of branches we saw did not name the Space Force. Members should be covered as active military, but we could not confirm the wording.
Rules and fine print
- Exclusions apply. Both basspro.com and cabelas.com say so but do not list the excluded items on the pages we checked. Ask in store or check your cart before you pay.
- Two rates. Guns and ammunition get 5%, not 10%.
- Stacking: we found no official statement on combining the military discount with sale prices, coupons or other promotions. Not confirmed.
- Boats and ATVs: not addressed on the military discount pages. Ask the boat center or dealer directly.
Veterans Day 2026 at Bass Pro Shops
We did not find a special Veterans Day percentage on basspro.com or cabelas.com. The regular 10% Legendary Salute discount still applies.
Local news outlets reported events for November 11, 2026. NOCO Style Magazine reported that U.S. Bass Pro Shops locations would host a free veterans appreciation breakfast from 9 to 10 a.m. The Denver Gazette reported the same breakfast at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s stores in the Denver area. We could not find an official company press release for this year’s event, so call your local store to confirm.
Troubleshooting and tips
- Discount not showing online? Make sure you are logged in to the same account you verified. The discount only applies to eligible items, so excluded products will show full price.
- Retired or separated veteran without a military ID? The help page asks for a “current ID” that verifies military status but does not list accepted IDs. Bring what you have (for example, a VA card or a veteran ID on a state driver’s license) and ask the cashier.
- Buying a gun or ammo? Expect 5% off, not 10%.
- Need help? The basspro.com discount page lists customer service at 1-800-227-7776.
Other real ways to save at Bass Pro Shops
Outdoor Rewards. This is the store’s loyalty program. The Bass Pro Shops help center says you earn 1 point per $1 spent on merchandise at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s, and each point is worth 2 cents. That works out to $2 back on a $100 purchase. Restaurant, food and beverage, taxidermy and some marine and ATV purchases do not earn points.
CLUB Mastercard. The CLUB card is the co-branded credit card issued by Capital One. The Cabela’s help center lists three tiers that earn 2% (Classic), 3% (Silver) or 5% (Black) back in CLUB Points at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s. Points can be used for gear, resort stays and restaurant meals. Only apply if a credit card fits your budget.
Bargain Cave. basspro.com has a clearance section called the Bargain Cave. Checking it before you buy full-price gear can save more than a 10% discount alone.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Bass Pro Shops give veterans a discount?
Yes. The Legendary Salute program covers veterans as well as active duty, National Guard and reserves, with 10% off eligible items and 5% off firearms and ammunition.
Can you use the Bass Pro military discount online?
Yes. You create a basspro.com account, submit your military verification through it, and the discount then comes off eligible items in your cart.
Does the Bass Pro Shops military discount work at Cabela’s?
Yes. The Cabela’s help center lists the same military discount: 10% off eligible merchandise and 5% off firearms and ammunition, in store with ID or online after account verification.
Do military spouses get the Bass Pro Shops discount?
Not confirmed. One basspro.com banner mentions service members’ families, but the help center does not say spouses qualify on their own, so ask at the register before buying.
Does Bass Pro Shops have a Veterans Day 2026 discount?
We found no extra Veterans Day percentage on basspro.com; the regular 10% Legendary Salute discount applies, and local news reported a free veterans breakfast at stores on November 11, 2026.
CouponVPS is not affiliated with Bass Pro Shops or Cabela’s. Discount terms can change and may vary by store. We report only what we could check ourselves. Sources: Military Discount help article (help.basspro.com/company-information, checked November 2026); Military Discount help article (help.cabelas.com/company-information, checked November 2026); Legendary Salute page (basspro.com/b/legendary-salute, checked November 2026); Military Discount page (basspro.com/shop/en/military-discount, checked November 2026); Military and Veterans page (about.basspro.com/community/military-and-veterans, checked November 2026); College Station press release, August 27, 2026 (about.basspro.com, checked November 2026); What Is Outdoor Rewards (help.basspro.com, checked November 2026); What Is CLUB (help.cabelas.com, checked November 2026); Veterans Day reports from NOCO Style Magazine (nocostyle.com, November 10, 2026) and The Denver Gazette (denvergazette.com, November 10, 2026).
