ShakeyJake, yes, it is worth the trip to see the Original store. I just grew up with it, so it is somewhat blahse.
Be sure to visit the wildlife museum, in the store. Lots of displays. Don't miss the Wonders of Wildlife Museum (seperate building). Great stuff in there, I especially like the Fishing simulators. Oh, and don't forget the "Fine Gun Room"; amazing that someone bought a Parker sxs for $29,000...
Best time to avoid crowds, early (8 or so) Sunday mornings. Hit the store first, as it fills quick. One bit of advice from a crowd-hater, unless you absolutly have to, avoid going during the "Fall Hunting Spectacular", coming up. Shoulder to shoulder thru the whole store, all week.
MissouriBob, B Pro puts out multiple mini-catalogs. Don't sweat it. Ask them to send you a Master Catalog.
Sorry for the hijack, but at least it was about Bass Pro...