New Date/Location of Ohio Open Season Sportsman’s Expo
COLUMBUS, Ohio (March 16, 2021) — The 2021 Ohio Open Season Sportsman’s Expo will take place July 30-August 1 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in downtown Columbus. The Expo (formerly the Outdoor Life/Field & Steam Expo) was originally scheduled for March 19-21 at the Ohio Expo Center, but rescheduled and re-located due to COVID.
The Ohio Open Season Sportsman’s Expo will spotlight new products and learning experiences for hunting, fishing and outdoor enthusiasts. The Expo will feature everything from bow trials and archery trick shooting, to the always-popular trophy deer contest and much more.
For more information on the Ohio Open Season Sportsman’s Expo as well as the full schedule of 2021 Expos, visit:
www.OpenSeasonSportsmansExpo.com.
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Sport Fishing Television Celebrates 20th Anniversary with New Season on Discovery
Winter Park, FL (March 12, 2021) — Sport Fishing Television, the Telly Award-winning fishing-travel-adventure series, celebrates its 20th season April 3 on Discovery, kicking off an 11-episode trek that takes viewers to Alaska, Louisiana, Panama, the Florida Keys, Cape Cod, San Diego, North Carolina and Florida’s Indian River Lagoon.
Using the show’s two-decade milestone as inspiration, the season’s theme is evolution. (“The history and future of fishing — told one destination at a time,” to use the show’s tagline.) Combining award-winning cinematography and rare archival footage, the 2021 season showcases heart-pounding fishing action, and explores how the species, destinations, migrations, and tactics have evolved over the years.
SFTV was created in 2001 by executive producer Drew Townes, who still oversees the show today. The original concept was to have the editors of Salt Water Sportsman, Sport Fishing and Marlin serve as hosts. Now 20 years later, the show endures, with several of the flagship sponsors still involved (including Yellowfin Yachts and Mercury).
When asked about the 2021 season, Townes says, “I can tell you we were in the right place at the right time. It’s the most incredible fishing footage we’ve ever captured, and the stories will keep you entranced in our favorite pastime.”
SFTV: Evolution premieres April 3 at 6:30am on Discovery, with new episodes every Saturday.
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SAVE THE DATE: Wisconsin Open Season Sportsman’s Expo
WHAT:
The Wisconsin Open Season Sportsman’s Expo heads to the Wisconsin Dells, Friday, March 26 through Sunday, March 28 at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions. The Open Season Sportsman’s Expo is the former Outdoor Life/Field Stream Expo in Madison, which due to COVID restrictions in Madison and Dane County had to be moved. The Wisconsin Open Season Sportsman’s Expo will feature top companies, gear, equipment, and the latest products. Whether for their next hunt, adventure, or passion for the outdoors, attendees will have the unique opportunity to shop, meet and learn from the most knowledgeable people in the industry. Show deals, trophy contests, feature displays, seminars, archery, shooting ranges, exhibits and more!
- Trophy Deer Contest & Display and On-Site Deer Measurement
- Archery Trick Shooting with Byron Ferguson
- Travis “T-Bone” Turner from Bone Collector on the Outdoor Channel
- Chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois with Wild Game Cooking
- Try, Before You Buy Demo Opportunities
- Seminar Series including Wild Game Cooking with Chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois, Live Fishing Demos, Turkey Hunting with Eddie Salter & Much More!
WHEN:
Friday, March 26, 2021 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Saturday, March 27, 2021 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 28, 2021 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
WHERE:
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions (Free Parking)
1305 Kalahari Drive | Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
TICKETS:
Online Ticket Prices (until March 25)
1-Day Adult (ages 18+)- $10
1-Day Youth (ages 13-17)- $4
2-Day Adult (ages 18+)- $18
2-Day Youth (ages 13-17) – $8
1-Day Family Package* (includes 2 adults and 2 youth age 13-17)- $24
*Family package available online only
Children 12-under: Free, but require a ticket, which can be obtained online or at the door.
Ticket Prices Online and at the Door during Show Weekend (March 26-28)
1-Day Adult (ages 18+)- $12
1-Day Youth (ages 13-17)- $5
2-Day Adult (ages 18+)- $20
2-Day Youth (ages 13-17) – $9
1-Day Military w/ID- $10 (available in person only)
1-Day Family Package* (includes 2 adults and 2 youth age 13-17)- $26
*Family package available online only
Children 12-under: Free, but require a ticket, which can be obtained online or at the door.
SPONSORS:
Budweiser, Weaver Auto Parts, Wisconsin RV World, Trucks for Toys, Bowhunters United, the Official Sponsor of the “Try, Before You Buy” Shooting Lanes and U.S. LawShield, Sponsor of the Seminar Series
INFO:
For more information, visit, www.OpenSeasonSportsmansExpo.com.
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Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo this Weekend in Overland Park
| OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (March 10, 2021) — The Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo brings the Outdoor community together this weekend at the Overland Park Convention Center in Overland Park, Kan., March 12-14. Attendees can expedite show entry, save money and enjoy a contactless transaction by purchasing advance tickets online at www.openseasonsportsmansexpo.com. Parking is FREE at the Overland Park Convention Center and kids ages 12-under are FREE. The Kansas Expo features the latest products, gear and equipment for hunting, fishing and outdoor enthusiasts. Attendees will have the chance to meet industry insiders, attend educational seminars and demonstrations, test out the newest products, shop for show special deals and even bring their deer to have it scored. Attendees can also enter to win door prizes all weekend. One of the highlights of the Expo will be the one-day only appearance by Travis “T-Bone” Turner of Bone Collector on the Outdoor Channel. Turner on Saturday, March 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Turner will be hosting a Deer Hunting seminar at 1 p.m., in Seminar Room A, with an in-depth Q&A session as part of the presentation. Byron Ferguson’s always popular Trick Shot Archery Show, will be held once on Friday, twice on Saturday and once on Sunday. Also part of the Seminar Series will be Chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois, with wild game cooking demonstrations. Jason Clark of Southeastern Reptile Rescue, features an entertaining and educational snake show, with Alan Probst, chatting about Trapping, Eddie Salter, discussing turkeys. Randy Flannery will be speaking about the time honored tradition of tracking and stalking of whitetail deer, while Tom Mesnard, will chat about hunting land management. Pro Fisherman, Travis Perret, Brent Chapman and Thomas Wells, will be conducting fish demos at the Hawg Tank. New this year, Open Season Sportsman’s Expo Merchandise is also available for purchase online when buying tickets or on-site at the Expo. All online orders MUST be picked up at the Expo. Please Note: In an effort to ensure that the Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo provides both a safe and enjoyable environment for all our guests, participants, sponsors/exhibitors, partners, building and event staff and the local community, a specific set of guidelines have been mandated by the State of Kansas, Johnson County and the Overland Park Convention Center. These guidelines will be enforced throughout the event and cooperation from Open Season Sportsman’s Expo vendors and attendees is paramount to ensuring that the event is able to continue as planned. All guests will be required to have a face mask to enter the venue. All guests will be required to wear face masks at all times while walking around the show. All guests must practice social distancing. The Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo is sponsored by: Sportsman’s Outfitter Marine, Cable Dahmer Automotive Group, U.S. Army, Hague Quality Water, Bordner Home Improvement, Croft Trailer Supply, Leaf Guard and Bowhunters United, “Try Before You Buy” Shooting Lanes Sponsor. ### |
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Hawg Tank to Feature Fishing Demos at Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (March 9, 2021) — Fishing demos will take center stage at the Hawg Tank as part of the Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo in Overland Park, Kan., March 12-14 at the Overland Park Convention Center.
The Hawg Tank is a mobile 5,000 gallon tank, built on a trailer frame, filled with water and stocked with fish to conduct demonstrations of fishing techniques. With the use of a sound system, guest fishing experts will both educate and entertain show attendees all weekend. The Hawg Tank travels the country to boat shows, sportsman shows, fairs and festivals.
“It’s good to have a show since we have not worked for a year now,” said Jim Vitaro, owner/operator of the Hawg Tank. “It means that things are starting to move in the right direction, and things are starting to open back up. It’s great that this show is setting the pace to move forward in such a positive direction. Plus we get to do what we love to do the best, talk about fishing and the great outdoors.”
At the Kansas Expo, home state fishermen, Travis Perret, Brent Chapman and Thomas Wells will all be holding demos/seminars at the Hawg Tank.
“The tank gives people a chance to see how different baits work under water, while at the same time you can see fish react to the different baits and techniques,” shared Vitaro. “Plus you’re able to talk to the pros before and after their seminars, and ask them questions.”
Perret, who hails from Overland Park, has won several fishing tournaments using the Ned Rig and other finesse style techniques. He is part of the Z-Man Fishing pro staff and Denali Rods pro staff and will teach Expo attendees how to get more fish in the boat with finesse techniques.
Chapman fishes at the highest level of bass fishing in the world including the Bass Pro Tour, Bassmaster Elite Series and Major League Fishing. He won the 2012 Elite Series Angler of the Year, which most anglers consider the toughest and most prestigious title that a professional angler can attain. Chapman has qualified for 14 Bassmaster Classics and has won 4 Bassmaster tournaments. Chapman calls Lake Quivira, Kansas home.
Wells is a lifelong Kansas City resident and specializes in fishing the Kansas City and Ozark area lakes and waterways. Founder of the Kansas City Team Tour, a local tournament series that has some of the highest payouts and toughest local competition, Wells has extensive experience fishing for bass, crappie, wipers and walleye. Wells has applied his knowledge successfully to place high finishes in a variety of local fishing tournaments.
Perret will be at the Hawg Tank once on Friday, January 15, three times on Saturday, January 16 and once on Sunday, January 17, while Wells will appears three time on Saturday and Chapman will be appearing twice on Sunday only. For a full Kansas seminar schedule, CLICK HERE.
Attendees can save money, expedite show entry and enjoy a contactless transaction by purchasing advance tickets online at www.OpenSeasonSportsmansexpo.com.
New this year, Open Season Sportsman’s Expo Merchandise is also available for purchase online when buying tickets or on-site at the Expo. All online orders MUST be picked up at the Expo.
Please Note: In an effort to ensure that the Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo provides both a safe and enjoyable environment for all our guests, participants, sponsors/exhibitors, partners, building and event staff and the local community, a specific set of guidelines have been mandated by the State of Kansas, Johnson County and the Overland Park Convention Center.
These guidelines will be enforced throughout the event and cooperation from Open Season Sportsman’s Expo vendors and attendees is paramount to ensuring that the event is able to continue as planned. All guests will be required to have a face mask to enter the venue. All guests will be required to wear face masks at all times while walking around the show. All guests must practice social distancing.
The Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo is sponsored by: Sportsman’s Outfitter Marine, Cable Dahmer Automotive Group, U.S. Army, Hague Quality Water, Bordner Home Improvement, Croft Trailer Supply, Leaf Guard and Bowhunters United, “Try Before You Buy” Shooting Lanes Sponsor.
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Registration Open for 5th Anniversary Silver Lake Sand Dunes Jeep Invasion
MEARS, Mich. (March 8, 2021) — Vehicle registration is now open for the 5th Anniversary Silver Lake Sand Dunes Jeep Invasion, which has a new location this year, in downtown Mears, Michigan, at Golden Township Park, June 4-6. Early Bird Registration is $25, through March 31 and includes: Wristbands for all 3-days for up to 4 people age 13+ (kids 12 and under are free), Entry into the Jeep Invasion Park, Dash Plaque, Pro Show-N-Shine Judging and an Event Swag Bag (1 per Jeep).
Over 1,000 Jeep vehicles are expected at the 5th Anniversary Silver Lake Sand Dunes Jeep Invasion, with a weekend full of Trail Rides, Racing Activities, Live Music, Off-Road Exhibitors at the Performance Marketplace, Awards and more family fun.
Now in its fifth year, the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Jeep Invasion continues to unite Jeep vehicle owners and enthusiasts as they share their passion for their vehicles and the Jeep-centric lifestyle.
2021 Event Registration Fees
$25- Early Bird (Valid Through March 31, 2021)
$30- Pre-Registration (Valid through June 2, 2021)
$40- Late & Onsite Registration (June 3 through the weekend of the event)
For a full schedule of events, activities, event locations and to register as a participant, visit slsdjeepinvasion.com. Also follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SLSDjeepinvasion.
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Winners Announced in the First-Ever Best Elex Awards
Raymarine Axiom+ Takes Top Prize
Today,the four leading titles in marine media—Boating, Yachting, Salt Water Sportsman and Cruising World—announce the winners of their first-ever joint awards program. The 2021 Best Elex Awards honors standout marine-electronics products that have been reviewed and approved by a panel of judges that includes the editors-in-chief and electronics editors of the aforementioned titles. In the end, seven products set themselves apart. The Editors’ Choice Award, presented to the best overall product in the competition, was awarded to the Raymarine Axiom+.
The judges were effusive in their praise of Raymarine’s award-winning innovation:
- “From a nanocoated water- and impact-resistant display on the outside to a fast-operating quad-core processor on the inside, Raymarine’s Axiom+ multifunction displays provide improved GPS, vivid 3D sonar imagery, dual-channel functionality and more.”
- “These units have more memory than your mother-in-law. They run a multitude of apps, using an intuitive GUI ripped from a smart TV and, thanks to Wi-Fi, no pulling radar cable through pipework. What’s not to like?”
Other winners were:
Leading-Edge Technology: Furuno NavNet TZTouch3 9F. “Its frequency-agile radar paints targets like a Picasso.”
Best Integrated System: Garmin GPSMap 1243xsv. “Brings state-of-the-industry features to a midrange instrument that can be easily refit as an upgrade.”
Most Innovative for Sailing: Airmar DST 810. “Provides complicated speed calculations along with easy installation and setup at a very affordable price.”
Best in Entertainment: Rockford Fosgate 12-inch Color Optix M2 subwoofers. “With the ability to pump out up to 1,600 watts of power, a lack of volume should never be an issue.”
Most Innovative for Power: Dometic Optimus outboard electric-steering actuator. “Brings marine-steering technology into the 21st century.”
Best in Communication: Standard Horizon GX2400 Matrix. “Combines every feature you need in a fixed-mount VHF radio.”
“Bonnier inspires its readers to expand the possibilities of life on the water, so technology and electronics are essential,” says Glenn Sandridge, vice president, managing director of Bonnier Corporation, publisher of Boating, Yachting, Salt Water Sportsman and Cruising World. “Manufacturers are no longer just delivering the basics, but are also creating innovative ways to improve safety and enjoyment for boaters of all kinds. We are proud to honor the best of these innovators.”
The 2021 Best Elex Awards will be featured in the forthcoming Marine Electronics & Technology quarterly e-zine, and at these links across all four participating websites:
https://www.boatingmag.com/story/gear/best-electronics-awards-2021/
https://www.saltwatersportsman.com/story/gear/best-electronics-awards-2021/
https://www.cruisingworld.com/story/gear/best-electronics-awards-2021/
https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/story/electronics/best-electronics-awards-2021/
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North Equity Announces Acquisition of Iconic Brands Including Popular Science, Saveur, Outdoor Life and Field & Stream
Strengthens North’s presence in the home vertical and adds specialty and outdoor to their growing portfolio, which now reaches a combined audience of over 40 million monthly unique visitors
New York — October 6, 2020 — North Equity, a leading digital media venture equity firm, today announced that it has acquired a number of media brands from Bonnier Corporation. The acquisition includes Popular Science, Popular Photography, Saveur, Outdoor Life, Field & Stream, Better You and Interesting Things.
The additions complement North Equity’s robust home platform, where Saveur will join BobVila.com and Kitchenistic to form a new food category. They will also create a new specialty media vertical under Popular Science and Popular Photography, and expand North’s growing footprint in the military, tactical and outdoor verticals, where it recently added Task & Purpose, one of the leading digital media properties for active-duty military and veterans.
“Since inception, the North team has proved our ability to acquire, reimagine and profitably grow media brands,” said Andrew Perlman, North Equity Managing Partner. “We have accomplished this by working with the teams at each brand to deliver high-quality, meaningful content and build innovative, sustainable business models. We’re excited to have the opportunity to add such venerable brands to our portfolio and look forward to working with the amazing people behind them.”
The brands being acquired include three 100-plus-year-old publications—Popular Science, Outdoor Life and Field & Stream—and represent some of the most trusted voices in science, outdoor and food. Collectively, they engage nearly 10 million monthly online unique visitors, another 15 million followers on social media, and have 1.7 million loyal print subscribers.
“Bonnier has been the proud owner of Field & Stream, Outdoor Life, Popular Science and Saveur for more than a decade. These brands exhibit a tremendous amount of authority in their genres and have earned the trust of their readers, and we’re excited that North Equity recognizes the value these brands have in the marketplace,” said David Ritchie, chief executive officer, Bonnier Corp. “We believe North Equity is best-positioned to continue to invest in and grow these iconic legacy brands.”
North Equity is committed to developing high-quality, trusted content, while empowering media brands and content creators to scale audience and engagement. North will be applying its proprietary operating model and technology platform—which have resulted in profitable, triple-digit year-over-year traffic and revenue growth in its home and auto platforms, which includes BobVila.com and The Drive—to grow the legacy of the acquired brands and position them to thrive into the future.
Baker McKenzie and Bailey Duquette advised North on this transaction.
About North Equity
North Equity LLC is a venture equity firm that acquires, builds and scales transformative digital media brands using a proprietary combination of operational, data and technology expertise. The portfolio currently focuses on the automotive, home and military verticals, and includes The Drive, BobVila.com, The War Zone and Task & Purpose, among others. Since acquisition, these brands have been strategically building market-leading positions, optimizing cash flow, and transforming their category in the digital content landscape. North’s investment team has extensive experience in the intersection of technology, data, and media as private investors and operators. North, based in Miami with offices in San Francisco and New York, will continue making strategic acquisitions across the digital-media and technology landscape.
About Bonnier Corp.
Bonnier Corp. is an American enthusiast media company with iconic multichannel brands extending into all platforms, including magazines, digital media, events and product licensing. Bonnier Corp.’s brands include Yachting, Flying, Sailing World, Salt Water Sportsman and Working Mother. Other business subsidiaries include Bonnier Events, a full-service promotion and events group, and Working Mother Media’s diversity and inclusion consulting group. Bonnier Corp. is owned by Sweden-based Bonnier AB, a globally operating media conglomerate.
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