ASA, under its consumer-show management com­pany, ASA/Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition, is a leader in producing sports shows in the eastern United States, showcasing fishing, hunting and other outdoor sports for enthusiasts. In 2006 ASA, the sportfishing industry’s trade association, assumed ownership of Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition from founder, Paul Fuller. For more than 30 years, the Eastern fishing shows have entertained and educated hundreds of thousands of sportsmen and women and been host to thousands of exhibitors.

The new show will serve the millions of fishing, hunting and outdoor sports enthusiasts who live in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware region who collectively spend over $3.9 billion in pursuit of fish or game each year. The Suburban Philadelphia Market has not had a venue capable of housing a large-venue sports show since 2006 when the Fort Washington Exposition center closed.

“Sportsmen and women will really enjoy this new Philadelphia show,” said ASA’s Consumer Shows Director Jonathan Sauers. “For over 30 years we have been providing a showcase for the best there is in the fishing, hunting and marine industries. In the tradition established by Paul Fuller, we are going to produce a first class show that will be a key destination for exhibitors and attendees alike. Big name talent, big name features, super seminars and, most importantly, first class exhibitors are hallmarks of ASA’s consumer shows and I can assure you that the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow will enjoy the same success as our other shows.”

“Times are tough, but that’s all the more reason to get outside and enjoy the simple pleasures that can be found in our great outdoors,” said ASA President and CEO Mike Nussman. “What we’re finding is that many folks that have not been afield in some time are returning to the sports they enjoyed in their youth and are bringing the next generation along with them.”

With the addition of the Philadelphia show, ASA/Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition will produce four East Cast consumer shows in 2010 serving all of the major metro markets on the eastern seaboard from Delaware to Maine.

The dates and locations of the 2010 shows are:

·Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition, Worcester, Mass., Feb. 11−14, 2010

·NEW! The Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, Oaks, Pa., Feb. 25−28, 2010

·World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition, Suffern, N.Y., March 4−7, 2010

·The Saltwater Fishing Expo, Somerset, N.J., March 19−21, 2010

The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks is one of the largest privately owned exhibition centers on the East Coast with 210,000 square feet of exhibitor-friendly space and is just 20 minutes from central Philadelphia. The Expo Center has the following features:

Services the tri-state region (Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware) and is within driving distance of all five counties in the Greater Philadelphia area
Easy access to the building right off the highway.
More than 5,000 free on-site parking spaces.
Wireless internet service.
Eight 14 x 14 drive-in loading dock doors.
Ceilings that measure 22-45 feet.
Privately owned by American Expo Corp.
Managed by experienced professionals from the Fort Washington Expo.

Berkley sends two 4,000-gallon bass tanks all over the country to help out the everyday angler. Kids and adults alike will enjoy learning about new Berkley products and tips on how to use these innovative baits.

“The Berkley Bass Tanks are out on the road, giving all anglers the opportunity to hone their skills,” said Tammy Cox, Berkley Marketing Manager “Not only will attendees learn to “Catch More Fish,” they will also learn about new products that will help them become a better angler.”

March 4 – 8
Fred Hall Tackle and Boat Show
Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center
300 E. Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90802

If you are unable to make it by the Fred Hall Tackle and Boat Show, plan to attend one of these other upcoming events:

March 12-16 – Minneapolis Boat Show, Minneapolis, Minn.
March 14-15 – FLW Tour Family Fun Zone, Branson, Mo.
March 28-29 – BASS Elite Series Expo, Russellville, Ark.
March 26 – April 5 – South Texas State Fair, Beaumont, Texas
April 24 – April 26 – Joe’s Fish Fest, St. Paul, Minn.
April 25 – 26 – FLW Tour Family Fun Zone, Charlotte, N.C.

The Combo Pack is a back pack with a universal chest pack attached for convenience and practicality.  The Chest Pack has special straps that can be attached to any life-vest or any backpack.  It can also be used alone when not attached to the Glacier Glove pack or any other backpack.

The Combo Unit Back Pack features a water resistant fleece lined pouch for glasses, ample storage, rod holders and bright interior lining for increased visibility.  It also includes multiple fishing rod holders and comfortable form fitting straps.  The Back Pack buckles to the Glacier Glove Chest Pack

The Tackle Bag is made of durable 600D polyester with water-resistant PVC backing and a soft PVC waterproof bottom to handle wet and windy weather conditions. The bag features a number of pockets and compartments to hold whatever gear you may need to give you that winning edge.

Team Realtree Weigh Bag Purchase the bag alone, which includes nine plastic utility boxes, or as a set, which also includes one Team Realtree camo weigh bag, one Team Realtree measuring board and one QuikSlide Tournament Culling System. Each of these items can also be purchased separately. The set provides you with everything you need to succeed as a tournament fisherman…well, everything that is except for the luck.

The Soft Tackle Bag is available in a variety of Realtree and Advantage patterns.