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from:As one of the most important events in the sport of fly fishing, the annual Fly Fishing Retailer show has become a tourist attraction in and of itself. The 2007 show will take place September 16 through 18 in Denver, Colorado, at the Colorado Convention Center. What can you expect if you plan to attend this show?
At Fly Fishing Retailer, you will get meaningful interaction with other avid fly fishers as well as experts. If you have questions about fly fishing, just ask. There are many, many people on hand who are more than happy to answer any queries you have about this wonderful sport.
They offer tons of seminars on a variety of subjects. You can learn about fly tying, teaching others how to fly fish, what type of tackle to bring with you, and so much more. There is a casting pond where the experts can give you advice about your casting techniques and help you improve your casts for maximum efficiency.
Orvis sponsors a saltwater fly fishing cup where competitors vie for the $7,500 grand prize. All equipment is supplied by Orvis, and it is held on one of the casting ponds that are set up in the convention center. You cast for distance as well as accuracy.
Besides the seminars and activities, you will also find numerous companies exhibiting their fly fishing equipment. You will see some of the newest products from these companies and will also have the opportunity to purchase any of the equipment you are interested in.
There are over two hundred exhibitors set to be at the 2007 show including Sage, Orvis, Federation of Fly Fishers, Trout Unlimited, and many more. You’ll be able to see their products, ask questions, and even try out the gear before you buy it.
You will also get a lot of information about conservation efforts in various areas. It’s important to many fly fishermen to preserve the waters that they fish. Without conservation and respect for the land, the fish wouldn’t be plentiful and the sport would die. Experts will tell you the best preservation efforts to take about yourself as well as part of a group.
You will also find some famous authors who have written very popular books on the sport of fly fishing. You can mingle with them, ask them questions, and gain knowledge through their expertise on this great sport.
When you attend Fly Fishing Retailer, you will find more information than you ever thought possible. You will be introduced to many fly fishing products and gain insight into the sport that you love.
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