The Exceptional Anglers event "Gone Fishin', Not Just Wishin'" at Oak Mountain State Park will teach basic fishing skills to students with disabilities from Alabaster, Pelham, Shelby, and Jefferson county schools May 6-8, 2026. The event includes fishing, art projects, wildlife education, and water safety training, with media invited May 7.
The West Palm Beach Fishing Club's annual Marine Yard Sale on April 11th offers free admission and features used fishing equipment, marine hardware, and nautical items. Proceeds support the Palm Beach County Fishing Foundation's youth education and marine conservation efforts.
The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) Conference & Expo will be held September 28 to October 2, 2026, at the Hilton Rockwall/Dallas Lakefront on Lake Ray Hubbard. The event features technical sessions, manufacturer demos, and a new contest awarding the best training seminar. NMEA members receive complimentary registration including meals.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department's 2026 Outdoor Expo will operate from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 28-29 due to forecasted record-high temperatures. Admission and parking remain free with all activities continuing as planned. Gold sponsor Sig Sauer and silver sponsor Kimber support the event.
The Angling Trades Association will host its first-ever UK Angling Summit on November 19th at The Arden Hotel in Birmingham. The event will bring together tackle trade professionals, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and fisheries to discuss industry trends and key issues affecting UK angling.
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) will co-host the 2026 California Boating Congress with the Marine Recreation Association on April 28-29 in Sacramento. The event will feature policy discussions, legislative presentations, and advocacy sessions focused on aquatic invasive species and public water access. Robert Newsome, NMMA's Chief Administrative Officer, will present economic impact data on California's recreational boating industry.
Dubai World Trade Centre has postponed the Dubai International Boat Show from April to November 25-29, 2026, at Dubai Harbour. The show will now permanently take place in November annually, aligning with the Middle East's prime boating season and reinforcing Dubai's role as a regional marine leisure hub.
Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour anglers Alton Jones Sr. and Alton Jones Jr. visited Woodway Elementary School in Waco, Texas, engaging nearly 90 fourth-grade students with lessons on perseverance, conservation, and water safety. The program partnered with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and featured park ranger Michael Champagne discussing responsible outdoor recreation and the Every Kid Outdoors initiative.
St. Croix Rods and SEVIIN Reels will showcase their latest products at booth #4511 during the Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo in Knoxville. Two-time Bassmaster Classic Champion Hank Cherry, pro-staffers, and influencers Blake Miller and Maggie Jo Carsello will meet fans, with giveaways including GXR CRUSH Combos and St. Croix hats.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) hosts its annual free Outdoor Expo March 28-29 at Ben Avery Shooting Facility in north Phoenix, featuring over 120 exhibitors, live wildlife ambassadors, fishing activities, shooting sports, and prize drawings from Marsupial Gear, No Excuse Hunting and Outdoors, and Umarex USA.
The Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show returns to historic City Dock April 24-26, featuring new and brokerage sailboats, education programs including First Sail Workshop and Cruisers University, and free seminars by BoatU.S. The event welcomes all experience levels and highlights charter opportunities for those interested in sailing without ownership.
The Lancaster Fly Fishing Show returns March 14-15 at Lancaster County Convention Center, featuring instructors Joe Humphreys, Mac Brown, Jason Randall, George Daniel, and others. The event includes seminars, fly tying, casting demonstrations, and theater presentations with admission starting at $20.
B.A.S.S. announced the 2026 BassmastHER workshop schedule, a nationwide series designed for women and girls passionate about bass fishing. The workshops will occur alongside major tournaments including the Bassmaster Classic, Elite Series events, and High School & Junior Championship, offering hands-on learning and community connections led by BassmastHER Ambassador Kylee Short.
DWR biologists will present on largemouth bass population trends in Virginia's tidal rivers including the James, Chickahominy, Pamunkey, Mattaponi, Rappahannock, and Piankatank rivers on February 26 at 6:30 p.m. Attendees can learn about ongoing projects and ask questions about tidal river largemouth bass management, with virtual attendance available.
Fishing Tom's Guide Service will exhibit at the 51st Annual Houston Fishing Show, February 18–22, 2026, at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Owner Tom Adams will offer exclusive specials including a three-person fishing trip with lodging and meals for $900 at Booth #506.
The Pacific Northwest's annual Fly Fishing Show comes to Bellevue's Meydenbauer Center February 14-15, featuring free seminars, films, demonstrations, and new products. Admission is $20 for one day or $35 for both days, with special pricing for children, scouts, and active military.
Milwaukee Muskie Expo promoter Mike Veserat invites attendees to meet top guides, outfitters, and tackle manufacturers Feb. 13-15 at Washington County Fair Park in West Bend. The event features seminars and vendor booths showcasing muskie fishing expertise and equipment.
Bass Pro Shops celebrates its third Arizona location opening in Tucson on March 25 with an Evening for Conservation featuring fishing legends Roland Martin, Jimmy Houston, Kevin VanDam, and Josh Bertrand. The company will donate 15% of sales to local conservation organizations, and the 100,000-square-foot store will feature a 15,000-gallon aquarium and boat brands including TRACKER, RANGER, and NITRO.
The Seattle/Bellevue Fly Fishing Show at the Meydenbauer Center on Feb. 14-15 features instructors including Dr. Gary Borger, Mac Brown, Tim Flagler, Landon Mayer, Frank Burr, and David Paul Williams. The event offers seminars, fly tying, casting demonstrations, and theater presentations with $105,000 in door prizes available.
DAIWA returns as a major sponsor of the Chicagoland Fishing Expo (January 22-25, 2026) at Schaumburg Convention Center, showcasing new products including Ballistic MQ LT and PROREX MQ LT spinning reels, TATULA cork handle bass rods, and value-oriented Crossfire LT combos for Midwest anglers targeting bass, walleye, musky, and Great Lakes salmon and steelhead.