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07-06-2006, 10:18 PM
2006 FlyFishing Retailer World Trade Expo
August 24-26 2006
Colorado Convention Center in Downtown Denver.
Editors and anglers converge on Denver for 9th annual FlyFishing Retailer World Trade Expo
The people, products and passion of fly-fishing assemble at the Colorado Convention Center, August 24-26, 2006
DENVER, COLO. (July 6, 2006) – The most influential, most beloved, and most dynamic companies in the fly fishing world are headed to Colorado for the 9th annual FlyFishing Retailer World Trade Expo.
Scheduled for August 24-26 at the Colorado Convention Center, this closed-door event is open only to the media and the hundreds of companies that comprise an industry built on a simple but powerful premise -- tricking a fish into taking a fly.
"The passion and staying power of the fly-fishing world is remarkable," said Peter Devin, FlyFishing Retailer World Trade Expo Group Show Director. "The longevity of fly fishing, and its ability to captivate and compel a community year after year, makes this one of the most noteworthy and special events of the angling year."
As the biggest event on the fly fishing industry's calendar, the Expo serves as ground zero for the launch of dozens of breakthrough concepts and hundreds of innovative products. It also provides a festival atmosphere full of unparalleled business and educational opportunities.
A sampling of what's on tap at FlyFishing Retailer 2006 includes:
New Product Showcase: Spotlighting all the latest gear in a single location, this show floor exhibition provides show attendees with a quick and easy way to identify trends and rising stars in the sport.
Hands-On Casting Ponds: Three large casting pond test areas – including a dedicated Spey casting pond – allow show goers to make full size casts with the latest rods, reels, and lines.
All-Industry Gatherings: On the morning of Day One, the industry will gather for the FlyFishing Retailer Industry Breakfast, featuring keynote speaker Ned Crowley, Director of Plus Four International. On Day Two, the fourth annual FlyFishing Summit will feature trends, issues and challenges facing the industry.
Smart Business Seminars: A series of one-of-a-kind educational seminars will be hosted throughout the event, including a full-day "Fly Shop University," hosted by the American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA). Other one-hour seminars include critically relevant business topics such as how to teach the art of fly fishing, rising trends in the marketplace, customer outreach, and more.
Casting Competition: For the third year, the Orvis-Saltwater Fly Fishing Magazine Casting Cup will feature some of the best fly casters in the world, all vying for a cash prize to be donated to the conservation organization or project of their choice. Participation in this event is open to all attendees and exhibitors of the show, except for employees of the competition's sponsors, The Orvis Company and Morris Communications.
Relaxing Interaction: FFR always includes a number of exciting and intriguing social events, such as the annual Industry Party sponsored by William Joseph (Thursday, August 24).
For more information on these and other events, please log on to www.flyfishingretailer.com (http://www.flyfishingretailer.com/) or send an email to flyfishingretailer@madriver.com.
ABOUT FLYFISHING RETAILER
FlyFishing Retailer is the annual gathering of the fly fishing trade, drawing thousands of manufacturers, retailers, media and industry associates to the Colorado Convention Center. This unique three-day event showcases the passion, innovation and community of the sport, and is the only place to see the world's best-known and best-loved fly fishing brands in a single location.
FlyFishing Retailer 2006 is scheduled for August 24-26. To learn more about FlyFishing Retailer and the fly fishing industry, please visit flyfishingretailer.com. For media information, please call 802/583-6070, or send an email to flyfishingretailer@madriver.com.
August 24-26 2006
Colorado Convention Center in Downtown Denver.
Editors and anglers converge on Denver for 9th annual FlyFishing Retailer World Trade Expo
The people, products and passion of fly-fishing assemble at the Colorado Convention Center, August 24-26, 2006
DENVER, COLO. (July 6, 2006) – The most influential, most beloved, and most dynamic companies in the fly fishing world are headed to Colorado for the 9th annual FlyFishing Retailer World Trade Expo.
Scheduled for August 24-26 at the Colorado Convention Center, this closed-door event is open only to the media and the hundreds of companies that comprise an industry built on a simple but powerful premise -- tricking a fish into taking a fly.
"The passion and staying power of the fly-fishing world is remarkable," said Peter Devin, FlyFishing Retailer World Trade Expo Group Show Director. "The longevity of fly fishing, and its ability to captivate and compel a community year after year, makes this one of the most noteworthy and special events of the angling year."
As the biggest event on the fly fishing industry's calendar, the Expo serves as ground zero for the launch of dozens of breakthrough concepts and hundreds of innovative products. It also provides a festival atmosphere full of unparalleled business and educational opportunities.
A sampling of what's on tap at FlyFishing Retailer 2006 includes:
New Product Showcase: Spotlighting all the latest gear in a single location, this show floor exhibition provides show attendees with a quick and easy way to identify trends and rising stars in the sport.
Hands-On Casting Ponds: Three large casting pond test areas – including a dedicated Spey casting pond – allow show goers to make full size casts with the latest rods, reels, and lines.
All-Industry Gatherings: On the morning of Day One, the industry will gather for the FlyFishing Retailer Industry Breakfast, featuring keynote speaker Ned Crowley, Director of Plus Four International. On Day Two, the fourth annual FlyFishing Summit will feature trends, issues and challenges facing the industry.
Smart Business Seminars: A series of one-of-a-kind educational seminars will be hosted throughout the event, including a full-day "Fly Shop University," hosted by the American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA). Other one-hour seminars include critically relevant business topics such as how to teach the art of fly fishing, rising trends in the marketplace, customer outreach, and more.
Casting Competition: For the third year, the Orvis-Saltwater Fly Fishing Magazine Casting Cup will feature some of the best fly casters in the world, all vying for a cash prize to be donated to the conservation organization or project of their choice. Participation in this event is open to all attendees and exhibitors of the show, except for employees of the competition's sponsors, The Orvis Company and Morris Communications.
Relaxing Interaction: FFR always includes a number of exciting and intriguing social events, such as the annual Industry Party sponsored by William Joseph (Thursday, August 24).
For more information on these and other events, please log on to www.flyfishingretailer.com (http://www.flyfishingretailer.com/) or send an email to flyfishingretailer@madriver.com.
ABOUT FLYFISHING RETAILER
FlyFishing Retailer is the annual gathering of the fly fishing trade, drawing thousands of manufacturers, retailers, media and industry associates to the Colorado Convention Center. This unique three-day event showcases the passion, innovation and community of the sport, and is the only place to see the world's best-known and best-loved fly fishing brands in a single location.
FlyFishing Retailer 2006 is scheduled for August 24-26. To learn more about FlyFishing Retailer and the fly fishing industry, please visit flyfishingretailer.com. For media information, please call 802/583-6070, or send an email to flyfishingretailer@madriver.com.