​CT Fishing & Outdoor Show at Mohegan Sun Opens March 22 for 3 Days

The “CT Fishing & Outdoor Show” returns to the Mohegan Sun Earth Expo & Convention Center in Uncasville on Friday, March 22 through Sunday, March 24, 2024. Dates/Hours: Friday, March. 22 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, March 23 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Discounted admission tickets are on sale now at www.CTFishingOutdoorShow: Online $12 for Adults; At the Door: $15 Adults; Free for Kids under age 12.

“This show is designed for longtime fishing and outdoor enthusiasts, as well as anyone who wants to learn more about angling and other kinds of outdoor adventure,” explains Kristie Gonsalves, Producer of the Connecticut Fishing & Outdoor Show at Mohegan Sun. “Fishing is the highlight of this annual three-day family event that showcases a wide variety of outdoor activities including freshwater and saltwater fishing, hunting, kayaking, paddle boards, safaris, hunting dog training, and more,” Gonsalves is President of North East Expos, Inc., a Board member of the Home & Garden Show Executives International, and the Producer of the successful Connecticut Flower & Garden Show in Hartford.

NEW THIS YEAR: A Kids Fun Zone featuring hands-on activities for toddlers through teens, where they can discover the wonder and beauty of the outdoors. This new section will showcase a catch-and-release trout fishing pond, live animals, archery, dog training lessons, a fly-casting pond, and the popular Blackhawk virtual fishing fighting chair simulator. A centerpiece of this Fun Zone will be the Slay Nation Tournament Fishing kids casting corner where certified experts will teach boys and girls how to fly cast or “flip”, and toddlers can catch plastic fish for prizes – all while costumed character Frankie the Fish greets the crowd. In addition, every hour children can participate in a Scavenger Hunt where the winner will win a Tackle box. In addition, special expert-led seminars for youth on fishing tips, and archery and hunting safety will be held throughout the event.

Attendees will discover:

►More than 200 booths, including over 135 companies selling the latest fishing, hunting and outdoor equipment, and fishing boats.

►Fly Casting Demonstrations by experts in two locations: atop a 5,000-gallon Hawg Trough Live Fish Tank. and on the show’s fly cast pond.

►Daily Expert Speakers and Demonstrations Free with Admission (full schedule at www.CTFishingOutdoor.com.

►Fly Casting demos by experts in two locations: atop a 5,000-gallon Hawg Trough Live Fish Tank. and on the show’s fly cast pond.

►New Kids Fun Zone with hands-on activities, and special youth seminars on how to fish and hunt.

►Meet & Schedule Tours with Charter Boat Fishing Captains, Hunting Outfitters, Outdoor Adventure and Safari Promoters. CT Dept. of Energy & Environmental & Protection’s (DEEP) latest rules and regulations, and displays on state’s wildlife, fisheries, boating, hunting and parks.

►Fly-Tying by Experts.

►Hands-On Activities include Laser Shot Range from the CT Dept. of Energy & Environmental & Protection (DEEP).

►Animal Adventures Family Zoo & Rescue Center’s wildlife programs (Saturday & Sunday only) with an alligator, porcupine, Burmese python snake, skunk, owl, bunny, turtles, and tortoise. Exhibit times: Saturday/Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presentations: Saturday/Sunday 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

►Tips on “How to Start a Puppy” and “Dog Steadiness” by Jeremy Cormier of V3 Gun Dogs.

►How to Use Inflatable Life Jackets by the U.S. Coast Guard.

►At the show, enter to win a 12-foot Ultra Light Solo Packboat from Adirondack Guideboats.

ADMISSION for the Show:
DISCOUNTED ON-LINE TICKETS ON SALE NOW: $12 for Adults. Free Tickets for Kids under age 12 at www.CTFishingOutdoorShow. Online tickets can be purchased any time until show ends.
Admission at the Door: $15 Adults. Free for Kids under age 12.

FOR ALL SHOW INFO, visit www.CTFishingOutdoorShow or Facebook or 860-844-8461.