Northeast Fishing & Hunting Expo Coming Feb. 26-28, 2010 to Hartford
Press Release
Source: Northeast Fishing & Hunting Expo
On 10:05 am EST, Wednesday December 9, 2009


HARTFORD, Conn., Dec. 9, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 13th annual Northeast Fishing & Hunting Expo is coming Friday, February 26 through Sunday, February 28, 2010 to the Connecticut Convention Center on 100 Columbus Ave. in Hartford, Conn. The hours are: Friday, February 26 from 12 noon to 8 p.m.; Saturday, February 27 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, February 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.



The 2010 Expo features hundreds of booths showcasing the latest products for both fishing and hunting enthusiasts, and is designed as a great outing for the entire family. Seminars by expert fishermen and hunters are included in the cost of admission. The full schedule and more information can be viewed at www.fishinghuntingexpo.com.



"Attendees will discover the newest fishing, hunting and outdoor equipment by some of the top manufacturers and can purchase a variety of products," explains Kristie Gonsalves of North East Expos, Inc., organizer of the annual event. "They can meet charter boat captains, check out new models of fishing boats, enjoy the Northeast Big Buck Club's Score Your Rack exhibit, pan for gemstones, and see many demonstrations on fly casting, fly tying and archery."



Expert Fishing presenters include: Fly-fishing expert Dave Brandt; Robert Mead; Tom Baltz; Capt. Bill Brown; Al Gag; Capt. Lynn Smith; Marla Blair; Capt. John Planeta; Capt. Bruce Millar; and Captain Greg DuBrule.



Expert Hunting presenters include: Kate and Peter Fiduccia a/k/a The Deer Doctor, host of Outdoor Channel's "Wood n' Water" series; Del DelMastro and Archery Tackle & Urban Deer Hunting; and Nick Smith.



Hands-on activities include: skill testing on a Fishing Simulator, fishing at a Catch & Release Trout Pond -- if you catch a tagged fish, you win a Shakespeare rod and reel, a Laser Shooting Range, a Blue Trail Rangeand Crosman Air Shooting Range for youth, and Kids' Bass Casting Competition sponsored by the Connecticut Bass Federation Booth.



"Northeast Fishing & Hunting Expo" at the Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd. in Hartford, Conn. (Exit 29A off Interstate 91, take Columbus Blvd. Exit and Convention Center is on your right) Hours: Friday, February 26 from 12 noon to 8 p.m.; Saturday, February 27 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, February 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.



Admission: $10 adults; $2 for Children 6 to 12; and Free for children age 5 and under. Admission Payment by Cash Only.



Event is sponsored by the Coalition of Connecticut Sportsmen.



For more information, including the schedule of free seminars and events, and vendor/exhibit information, contact North East Expos, Inc. at www.fishinghuntingexpo.com or (860) 844-8461.

Posted Fri Dec 11, 2009 5:11 am

Looks like a good day to browse through some booths. Think I'm gonna head up to Hartford this morning and check it out.

Posted Sat Feb 27, 2010 7:36 am

Not a bad show this year. More peaple there than last year. Got a chance to talk to some fellas from the old Tournement tackle store. Chris and Todd.

Posted Sun Feb 28, 2010 8:00 am

Some nice boats on display. Need to find me a WINNING lottery ticket.

Posted Mon Mar 01, 2010 2:45 pm

mac636

Some nice boats on display. Need to find me a WINNING lottery ticket.



You and me both!

Posted Tue Mar 02, 2010 7:15 am

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