May 16, 2008 – May 18, 2007
See website for times, schedule and details.
Louisville, KY
The National Rifle Association Annual Meeting is being held in Louisville, Kentucky this May 15-18.
The annual meetings are a great way to get energized for the coming year’s legislative battles, enjoy the fellowship of fellow gun owners, and see all of the new guns, holsters, and gear that the manufacturers are bringing to market.
The Sportsman Channel will be offering show attendees the chance to win great prizes from Benelli, Cabela’s, Napier,InterMedia Outdoors, Bradley Smoker, Trijicon, Exxel, Otis, and Joe Bucher by playing "The Spinning Sportsman". Stop by booth 146 for your chance to win!
Also make sure to check out the contest page to win a free ticket package, gas card and TSC prize bag. Contest Link
The Sportsman Channel’s Hunt.Fish.Feed. Initiative
May 17, 2008 – May 17, 2008
Saturday 11am-3pm
New Orleans, LA
The Sportsman Channel and the Safari Club International Foundation’s Sportsmen Against HungerTM are partnering to feed those less fortunate during the National Cable & Telecommunications Association’s (NCTA) Cable Show 2008. The home-cooked meal consists of venison, which was donated by local hunters, as well as vegetables, bread and dessert.
The Hunt.Fish.Feed.SM second annual initiative connects hunters and shelters to feed those who are less fortunate in New Orleans. For true outdoorsmen, hunting is synonymous with harvesting. Through programs like Sportsmen Against Hunger™, sportsmen and sportswomen provide millions of meals annually to the hungry.
Jun 20, 2008 – Jun 22, 2008
Fri 3pm-9pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm
Jacksonville, FL
Established in 2000 the Southern Trophy Hunters' BIG BUCK EXPOS have become a favorite with both patrons and exhibitors. This years event will feature over 250 booths, awesome whitetail displays, a chance to win prizes, The Muzzy Hunting Camp and much more!
Prime Osborn Convention Center
1000 Water St.
Jacksonville, FL
Jul 11, 2008 – Jul 13, 2008
Fri 3pm-9pm, Sat 9am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm
San Antonio, TX
San Antonio is home to some of the most avid whitetail hunters in the state of Texas. Customers at the San Antonio show are from south Texas, west Texas, Mexico and beyond. These folks are on the search for supplies, guides and outfitters and anything else "hunting"! San Antonio, representing a population of almost 2 million, is also the home of the Texas Trophy Hunters Association. The very first Hunters Extravaganza was held here over 30 years ago! Today, we continue to produce the premier hunting exposition for south Texans. Thousands of customers, in one location, ready to prepare for the upcoming hunting season! You gotta be there! From the Hill Country to the Brush Country, this is a show that you cannot afford to miss! And this year we are in an all new venue!
The International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades, better known as ICAST, is the world’s largest sportfishing trade show. The show, being held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, July 16–18, is the cornerstone of the sportfishing industry, helping to drive sportfishing companies’ product sales year round. From buyers to media to exhibitors, ICAST annually attracts 7,000 members of the international sportfishing community to the Convention Center.
Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Jul 18, 2008 – Jul 20, 2008
Fri 5-10 pm, Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 10am-6pm
Birmingham, AL
The deer show just keeps growing. We have more new attractions and more exhibitors than ever before. Several outfitters will be giving away free hunts. The door prizes and these hunts will be drawn from the Deer Expo admission tickets; so make sure you fill them out completely. We will also be having 2 live animal exhibits, a Trout Fishing tank, & The World Championship Turkey Calling Contest®. Alabama Whitetail Records will be in charge of measuring the trophy bucks brought to the Deer Expo and to be entered into the BIG BUCK Recognition Awards. In addition to our normal Seminars, we will also simultaneously have a schedule of Predator Seminars.
Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex
1 Civic Center plz
Birmingham, AL 35203
Aug 01, 2008 – Aug 03, 2008
Fri 3pm-9pm, Sat 9am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm
Reliant Center, Houston
As you know, Houston has the distinction of being one of the top 5 largest metropolitan areas in the nation. In addition to a population of almost 5 million, Houston and its surrounding areas provide some of the nation’s best opportunities for deer and waterfowl hunting, not to mention bay and offshore fishing! Outdoorsmen flock to the Houston show by the tens of thousands!
This year, we are pleased to announce a new venue for The Hunters Extravaganza - The Reliant Center! This state of the art facility boasts over 700,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space.
Aug 08, 2008 – Aug 17, 2008
Friday-Sunday 9am- 6pm
Ramsey, MN
In August, the hunting season is just around the corner and a hunter’s thoughts turn to the woods, field and waterways. Dreaming about the hunt and planning the details are at the forefront of the mind. Soon it will be time for hunters to converge in pursuit of their quarry.
Nothing whets the appetite of an outdoors enthusiast more than the GAME FAIR, held annually over two weekends at Armstrong Kennels Ranch, six miles northwest of Anoka. Celebrating 27 years in 2008, GAME FAIR is the nation’s largest outdoors, pre-hunting, family participation event.
GAME FAIR is a sporting event for the entire family. Held in the out-of-doors on 80 beautiful acres of woods and water, GAME FAIR has everything you need for the outdoors. This year will feature many of the favorites from years past as well as many new exhibits, renovated grounds and new dog events. You are invited to attend GAME FAIR to see, try and buy the latest in hunting equipment and learn from expert outdoorsmen and women. Special exhibits to view include everything from duck boats, archery, decoys, art, dogs and dog accessories, taxidermy and all the latest in hunting for the outdoor enthusiast.
Your hosts for all 26 years of GAME FAIR are Chuck and Loral I Delaney who patterned the extravaganza after European Medieval Fall Festivals. Hosted by a family and designed for families, GAME FAIR is a participatory occasion. Fairgoers are encouraged to bring their dogs (leashed) and their guns or bows (cased) so they can participate in the numerous activities in this magnificent outdoor setting. Activities for children of all ages include slingshots, air rifles, archery and darts. There are also tons of concession stands with all your favorite summer treats.
This year there will be more exhibitors than ever before displaying the latest in outdoor and hunting equipment and providing expert advice. Hourly seminars presented by experts in every aspect educate, enlighten and entertain attendees on subjects such as how to fool a deer, techniques on bringing in ducks and geese, preparing game for a family feast and many more.
Make plans now to attend the 27th Annual GAME FAIR
Aug 15, 2008 – Aug 16, 2008
FRI Gates open at Noon, SAT Gates open at 10am
Oshkosh, WI
The 2008 Wisconsin Sports Fest is slated for Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16 at the Sunnyview Exposition Center in Oshkosh. More than 350 prizes will be given away during the two-day event. The prize list includes eight vehicles (seven trucks and one car), eight ATVs, five boats with motors, dozens of hunts and other vacations, three Harley Davidson motorcycles (including a Limited Edition 105th Anniversary Dyna), over 120 guns and bows, numerous steel trailers and thousands of dollars in cash.
In addition to huge raffles, live entertainment will appear on stage on both Friday and Saturday nights, headlined by Leon Russell and Poco. Other groups appearing include Austin’s Rosie Flores, the Commander Cody Band, Blueheels and the Honky Tonk Twisters.
Outdoor personalities including Jim Zumbo – Jim Zumbo Outdoors, Bob Walker – Sportsmen’s Outdoor Strategies, Ray Eye – Winchester Turkey Revolution and Dan Small – Outdoor Wisconsin Television will be on hand to entertain attendees. Also appearing will be Jeff Gagnow – No Excuses TV, Paul Butski – GSM/Walker Products and Sportsmen’s Outdoor Strategies, Brian and Mark Smith – Raghorn’s Wild Adventures, Justin Gaiche – Hooked Up TV and Wisconsin turkey calling champion, Jeffrey Fredrick. Nashville’s own Irlene Mandrell will be greeting attendees and signing autographs.
The Wisconsin Sports Fest is being held in cooperation with Deerassic Park and the National Whitetail Deer Education Foundation. They are the architects of the Deerassic Classic, after which the Sports Fest is modeled. That event is now in its sixth year and attracts over 30,000 attendees.
Sunnyview Exposition Center
500 East Sunnyview Road
Oshkosh , WI 54901
Aug 22, 2008 – Aug 24, 2008
Fri Noon-6 pm, Sat 9 am-6 pm, Sun 9am-5pm
Oshkosh, WI
The 10th Annual Great Outdoors Festival is set to take place in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Friday, August 22, Saturday, August 23 and Sunday, August 24, 2008. The Great Outdoors Festival is made up of nine villages, each filled with activities, seminars, demonstrations and exhibitions of industry related products. From fly fishing clinics and retriever dog demonstrations to shooting sports and archery, outdoor enthusiasts can participate in dozens of hands-on sporting activities.
Attendees at the Great Outdoors Festival can test their skills in nine specialized Festival villages. Novice to experienced sportsmen can try the latest sporting products in real-life conditions and receive coaching from skilled professionals. The specialized Villages include: ATV Village, Off Road/4x4, Fishing Village, Archery Village, Sporting Dog Village, Biking and Camping Village, Shooting Sports Village, Exhibitor Village, Conservation Village and KidsZone.
The Sportsman Channel, returns again this year to be an official sponsor of National Hunting and Fishing Day.
This years event will feature:
Trick- archer, Randy Oitker Jr. try to shoot five arrows at once in a target! Oitker’s recent successful attempt landed his bow and arrows in Ripley’s Believe it or Not!
Fishing Lessons
Introductory shooting lessons with the United Sportsmen’s Youth Foundation
Seminars on duck/turkey calling, dog training, hunter safety and much more!
National Hunting and Fishing Day was founded and remains actively sponsored by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), but today the holiday has an official home at Wonders of Wildlife Museum. The Springfield, Mo., museum is the only hunting- and fishing-focused facility that’s both affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution and accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association.
Wern Valley Sportsmens Club
S36 W269657 Wern Way
Waukesha, WI 53189
