by Dan Neuland
Does the Winter Doldrums have you stuck inside, well it’s time once again to get out and attend an Outdoor Show to your liking! We are very fortunate to have so many taking place in our area over the next several months.
10th Annual Saltwater Fishing Expo
Saturday, January 12th from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Frederick Fairgrounds, Building 9, 797 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD.
Sponsored by the Frederick Chapter of the MSSA. Vendors of bay and offshore tackle, rods and reels, crabbing supplies, boating supplies, new and used boating and fishing supplies, charter captains, terminal tackle, boat & fishing licenses. Guest speakers on bay and offshore fishing, rod selection & maintenance. Hot food will be available. Contact Ed Susa at 301-252-0322 or Rob Pellicot at 301-606-0392. Adult admission – $5.00
For more information: www.mssafrederick.com
Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival
Saturday, January 12th & Sunday, January 13th
Meadows Event Park, 13191 Dawn Blvd, Doswell, VA.
This festival will draw anglers from across the Mid-Atlantic. Over 50 on-site exhibitors will have the latest in fly fishing equipment, fly tying and guide services. Beginner to expert anglers will enjoy nonstop lectures on where, when and how to fly fish the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. Virginia wine tastings, microbreweries, local food and live music will also be featured. Adult admission – $20.00
For more information: www.vaflyfishingfestival.com/
The Fly Fishing Show
Friday, January 25th to Sunday, January 27th
New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison, NJ.
Everything there is to know about fly fishing, featuring fly tiers, writers, instructional classes and seminars and fly-fishing destinations. The exhibit hall is packed with industry manufacturers, the largest dealers, the best guides and lodges in fly fishing, great artists, nearly every fly tying material invented, all the books and DVD’s, and all the best rods, reels, lines, waders, and accessories. The Federation of Fly Fishers is pleased to offer FREE fly fishing instruction at the FFF Learning Center located at the FFF booth. Basic fly casting, fly tying, knot tying will be taught throughout the day-every day of the Fly Fishing Show. The International Fly Fishing Film Festival – Award-winning films will be shown Friday at 6:30 PM. Adult admission, (cash only at gate) is 1-day – $18.00, 2-day – $28.00, 3-day – $38.00. For more information:
https://flyfishingshow.com/edison-nj/
26th Annual Fishing Show & Flea Market
Saturday, January 26th & Sunday, January 27th
Monaghan Township Volunteer Fire Company, 245 West Siddonsburg Road, Dillsburg, PA.
Over 100 tables of merchandise and displays plus free seminars, fly tying demonstrations, door prizes every hour, new and used fishing and related merchandise, antique fishing and related equipment, boats and boating equipment, tournament information from local, regional and national tournament organizations, guides and charter captains, trout pond with real fishing, and more. Adult admission – $4.00, Phone 717-991-1015 or for more information: www.monaghanfishingshow.com/
Great American Hunting & Outdoor Show
Saturday, February 2nd to Sunday, February 10th
Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, 2300 North Cameron Street, Harrisburg PA.
The Great American Outdoor Show is a nine-day event celebrating hunting, fishing and outdoor traditions that are treasured by millions of Americans and their families. The show features nearly 1,100 exhibitors plus a jam packed schedule including concerts, fundraising dinners, speaking events, archery competitions, celebrity appearances, seminars, demonstrations and much more! Adult admission: 1-day – $14.00, 2-day – $24.00, join the NRA and get a 1-day pass for free! For more information: http://www.greatamericanoutdoorshow.org/
Rapidan Chapter TU Annual Fishing Show
Saturday, February 16, 2019
“The Biggest Little Fishing Show” will be held at Highland School, 597 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA.
This Fishing Show always has a great lineup of speakers and presentations. This is the annual fundraiser for the Chapter’s Conservation projects, annual Youth Conservation and Fishing Camp, Trout in the Classroom, Heritage Day (Kid’s Day fishing), Chapter operations, and stream restoration and cleanup. Adult admission – $5.00. For more information:
19th Annual Lefty Kreh Tie Fest
Saturday, February 23rd & Sunday, February 24th
BWI Marriott, 1743 Nursery Road, Linthicum, MD.
The event honors Lefty Kreh, Frederick native and one of fly fishing’s international legends. Come meet some of the best local and nationally known fly tiers and fly anglers. Stock up on fly tying materials from select vendors. For more information: www.tony.friedrich@gmail.com
The Fly Fishing Show
Saturday, March 9th & Sunday, March 10th
Lancaster County Convention Center, 3 East Vine Street, Lancaster, PA.
Everything there is to know about fly fishing, featuring fly tiers, writers, instructional classes and seminars and fly-fishing destinations. The exhibit hall is packed with industry manufacturers, the largest dealers, the best guides and lodges in fly fishing, great artists, nearly every fly tying material invented, all the books and DVD’s, and all the best rods, reels, lines, waders, and accessories. The Federation of Fly Fishers is pleased to offer FREE fly fishing instruction at the FFF Learning Center located at the FFF booth. Basic fly casting- fly tying- knot tying will be taught throughout the day-every day of the Fly Fishing Show. International Fly Fishing Film Festival – Award-winning films will be shown Saturday at 6:00 PM. Adult admission (cash only at gate) is 1-day – $15.00, 2-day – $25.00. For more information: https://flyfishingshow.com/lancaster-pa/
14th Annual Saltwater Fishing Expo
Friday, March 15th to Sunday, March 17th
New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison, NJ.
Major tackle manufacturers will be here to answer all your questions and local tackle retailers available to fill your orders, this is truly one-stop shopping. Meet face to face with guides and charters, compare and buy saltwater fishing boats and kayaks, and learn the latest techniques from local experts. This is where avid anglers congregate to become better at fishing while plotting out their season and buying the gear they’ve been dreaming about all winter. Adult admission – $12.00. For more information: