Calgary, Alberta, January 5 - THE 2010 CALGARY BOAT & SPORTSMEN’S SHOW
Outdoor enthusiasts dreaming of summer will find everything they’re daydreaming about at the 2010 Calgary Boat and Sportsmen’s Show kicking off Thursday, February 4 at BMO Centre in Stampede Park.
The 2010 Calgary Boat and Sportsmen’s Show is 250,000 square feet of the latest boats, personal watercraft, accessories and camping, fishing and outdoor gear. That’s 50,000 square feet more than last year, making this show the largest outdoor show in Southern Alberta.
Show Hours:
Thursday, February 4 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday, February 5 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 6 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 7 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Daily Admission: $12.00 for Adults
$8.00 for Juniors (ages 6-15)
$9.00 for Seniors (over 65)
$30.00 for a family pass (2 Adults and 2 Juniors)
FREE for those under 6 years of age, when accompanied by an Adult.
This year’s exciting features include:
Fishing Presentation Pool and Hunting Seminar Stage
The Fishing Demonstration Pool and Hunting Seminar Stage will feature a series of seminars provided by some of the best outdoorsmen in North America. T.J. Schwanky and Richard Mellon (co-hosts of Outdoor Quest Television), Claudio Ongaro (an expert hunter and fisherman), and Brad Fenson (outdoor photographer and animal caller extraordinaire) will present entertaining and interactive hour-long segments on topics ranging from ice fishing to big game hunting.
DockDogs
New to the 2010 Calgary Boat and Sportsmen’s Show are the DockDogs! This high-flying event sees dogs and owners compete for the position of the Big Air Dog! Known as the “Long Jump for Dogs”, the dog with the longest leap off the end of a dock takes home the prize. As seen on ESPN, the Outdoor Channel and ABC, this sport is growing in popularity worldwide. Even better, any dog and owner can compete!
Spring Boat Super Show and Sale
The 2010 Calgary Boat and Sportsmen’s Show will feature over $16M worth of boats and marine equipment. You can get some of your own at the Spring Boat Super Show and Sale.
Preview 2010 models and make a great deal on a new boat for early spring delivery. Whether you’re looking for a new competition boat, luxury, cruiser, fishing, deck, tow, pontoon, sport, sail, inflatable boat or personal watercraft, the Calgary Boat & Sportsmen’s Show Spring Boat Super Show & Sale is the place to check out numerous brands and models. The dealers are set up and motivated to do business and they’ve got everything you’ll need for a summer full of fun on the water! If you’re in the market for a new boat, motor and trailer, this is one show you do not want to miss! Many dealers have hot deals on their new non-current models as well – be sure to get down to the show and take advantage of the pricing specials!
Grand Prize Giveaway
One lucky winner will get to shop the show with a handy $5,000 gift certificate, courtesy of the Canadian National Sportsmen’s Shows!
2010 Calgary Boat and Sportsmen’s Show
BMO Centre Centre, Stampede Park
Thursday, February 4, 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday, February 5, 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 6, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 7, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Daily Admission
Adults: $12.00
Junior: $9.00 (Ages 6 – 15)
Senior: $8.00 (Over 65)
Family Pass: $30.00 (2 Adults and 2 Juniors)
Children: FREE (Under 6 years of age and accompanied by an Adult).
For media registration, contact:
Heather Moore
Show Publicist
William Joseph Communications
T: 403.770.4900 ext. 29
F: 403.232.8996
E: h.moore@williamjoseph.ca
For more show information and to receive show updates, contact:
Laurie Paetz
Show Manager
T: 403-245-9008
C: 403-888-6583
E: paetz@sportshows.ca
The Calgary Boat and Sportsmen’s Show presents Southern Albertans with the first opportunity to view the latest paddle boats, fishing boats, sailboats and cabin cruisers from over 75 manufacturers. At the show, visitors may browse the latest in hunting, fishing, and water sports apparel, excursions, and accessories. Complete show information is available at www.sportshows.ca.
About CNSS:
CNSS is a non-profit corporation and the largest producer of boat, fishing, sportsmen’s, ski, outdoor and motorcycle shows in Canada. Through its family of shows, the corporation raises funds to ensure that generations of young Canadians can benefit from Canada’s outdoors. Since the first show held in 1948, more than $30,000,000 has been committed to these causes.