2016 Outdoor and Fishing Show information provided by Dan Neuland

Jan . 15-16 - Richmond Fishing Expo

Meadow Event Park, St, Fairgrounds ofVirginia, Doswell, VA. The largest array of tackle combined with some of thefinest professional talent around, offering a weekend of fishing 'overload".Adult admission $9.00 http://richmondfishingexpo.com/show-info/general-info/

Jan.16 -- 7th Annual Saltwater Fishing Expo, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

FrederickFairgrounds, Building 9, 797 E. Patrick St. Frederick. Sponsored by theFrederick Chapter of the MSSA. Vendors of bay and offshore tackle, rods andreels, crabbing supplies, boating supplies, new and used boating and fishingsupplies, charter captains, taxidermist and on-site professional knifesharpening. Guest speakers on bay and offshore fishing, light tackle jiggingand kayak fishing. Hot food, raw oysters. Contact Ed Susa 301-252-0322 Adultadmission: $5 www.mssafrederick.com.

Jan.15-17 -- West Virginia Hunting & Fishing Show

Civic Center, Charleston,W.Va. This is the 28th year that thisshow has been organized by the West Virginia Trophy Hunters Association. Withover 240 booths, this show claims to be one of the best run and more productiveshows in the East. This show brings hunters and fishermen into contactwith organizations that can provide them with related goods and services. Allproceeds except for operating expenses are donated to programs that promote orprotect hunting, fishing, wildlife, conservation, and related educationalactivities. 304-768-9999 Adultadmission: $8.00 http://www.wvtrophyhunters.com

Jan. 23, 24 -- Monaghan Fishing Show and Flea Market

245 West Siddonsburg Road,Dillsburg, Pennsylvania. Over 100 tables of merchandise and displays plus freeseminars, fly tying demonstrations, door prizes every hour, new and usedfishing and related merchandise, antique fishing and related equipment, boatsand boating equipment, tournament information from local, regional and nationaltournament organizations, guides and charter captains, trout pond with realfishing, and more. Adult admission $4.00 Phone 717-991-1015 http://www.monaghanfishingshow.com/

Jan. 29-31-- The Fly Fishing Show

Garden State Convention Center, Somerset, NJ.Everything there is to know about fly fishing, featuring fly tiers, writers,instructional classes and seminars and fly-fishing destinations. The exhibithall is packed with industry manufacturers, the largest dealers, the bestguides and lodges in fly fishing, great artists, nearly every fly tyingmaterial invented, all the books and DVD's, and all the best rods, reels,lines, waders, and accessories. The Federation of Fly Fishers is pleased tooffer FREE fly fishing instruction at the FFF Learning Center located at theFFF booth. Basic fly casting- fly tying- knot tying will be taught throughoutthe day-every day of the Fly Fishing Show. International Fly Fishing FilmFestival - Award-winning films will be shown

Friday, Jan. 29 beginning at 6:30p.m. Adult admission, cash only at gate - 1-day $18.00, 2-day $28.00, 3-day$38.00 http://flyfishingshow.com/somerset-nj/

Jan. 29-31-- NationalCapital Sportsman Show

Fredericksburg Expo Center, Fredricksburg, VA. Anexciting experience for hunters, fishermen, and outdoor enthusiasts. Featuringall-star celebrity speakers, family entertainment, and the newest, cutting edgegear. Isles of exceptional exhibitors and awesome attractions offers somethingfor everyone - no matter what you're looking for. From tree stands and archerygear to trail cameras, the latest camo, and fishing gear. Phone 540-937-6366Adult admission $10. http://www.nationalsportsshow.com/info/

Feb. 6-14 -- GreatAmerican Hunting and Outdoor Show

Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex,Harrisburg PA. The Great American Outdoor Show is a nine-day event celebratinghunting, fishing and outdoor traditions that are treasured by millions ofAmericans and their families. The show features nearly 1,100 exhibitors plus ajam packed schedule including concerts, fundraising dinners (NRA FoundationBanquet Feb. 6, 6:30 pm.), speaking events, archery competitions, celebrityappearances, seminars, demonstrations and much more! Adult admission $13.00(1-day) $22.00 (2-day), join NRA and get 1-day free. http://www.greatamericanoutdoorshow.org/

Feb. 20 - 2016 Lefty Kreh Tiefest

Chesapeake Bay Beach Club, 500 Pier 1 Rd, Stevensville, Maryland. Theever-popular Lefty Kreh TieFest, sponsored by the Coastal ConservationAssociation of Maryland will be combined with the Light Tackle Fest. The secondannual Dine with Legends Dinner will follow that evening with such luminariesas Lefty Kreh, Bob Clouser and Bob Popovics. During the day a number of thenation's top fly tyers, equipment manufacturers, local guides, and others willgather to demonstrate techniques and discuss fishing strategies. The event willrun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information contact TonyFriedrich, tony@ccamd.org

Feb. 20 -- 2016Rapidan Trout Unlimited Annual Fishing Show

Warrenton, VA. "The Biggest LittleFishing Show" will be held at Fauquier County Fair Grounds this year. Thefishing show always has a great lineup of speakers and presentations. This isthe annual fundraiser for the Chapter's conservation projects, annual Youth Conservationand Fishing Camp, Trout in the Classroom, Heritage Day (Kid's Day fishing),Chapter operations, and stream restoration and cleanup. Adult admission- $5.00 www.rapidantu.org/

Mar. 5-6 -- Lancaster Fly Fishing Show

Lancaster County Convention Center, 3East Vine Street, Lancaster, PA. Everything there is to know about fly fishing,featuring fly tiers, writers, instructional classes and seminars andfly-fishing destinations. The Federation of Fly Fishers is pleased to offerFREE fly fishing instruction at the FFF Learning Center located at the FFFbooth. Basic fly casting- fly tying- knot tying will be taught throughout theday-every day of the Fly Fishing Show. International Fly Fishing Film Festival- Award-winning films will be shown Sat. March 5. Adult admission $15.00, $25for 2-day pass. http://flyfishingshow.com/lancaster-pa/

March 18-20 - 11thAnnual Saltwater Fishing Expo

Garden State Exhibition Center, Somerset,New Jersey. Major tackle manufacturers will be here to answer all yourquestions and local tackle retailers available to fill your orders, this istruly one-stop shopping. Meet face to face with guides and charters,compare and buy saltwater fishing boats and kayaks, and learn the latesttechniques from local experts. This is where avid anglers congregate to becomebetter at fishing while plotting out their season and buying the gear they've beendreaming about all winter. Adult admission $12.http://www.sportshows.com/somerset/index.html

April 9-10 - VirginiaFly Fishing and Wine Festival

The Meadows event Park, 13111 Dawn Blvd,Doswell, VA. NEW LOCATION, just outside of Richmond, VA. This festival willdraw anglers from across the Mid-Atlantic Over 50 onsite exhibitors will havethe latest in fly fishing equipment, fly tying and guide services. Beginner to expertanglers will enjoy nonstop lectures on where, when and how to fly fishing theMid-Atlantic and beyond. Virginia wine tastings, microbreweries, local food andlive music will also be featured. Adult admission $20 or $35 for a weekendpass. http://www.vaflyfishingfestival.com

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