2016 Oregon Coast Sportsman’s Expo planning is in the works.
This is truly a family-friendly event in every way, tickets are only $5 each for
adults, kids 17 and under are free with their parents.
Due to the generous support of Toby Murry Toyota and KSHL, Newport will be
presented a really nice showcase of outdoor fun and information packed into one
three-day weekend.
Toby Murry Motors, your Northwest Toyota Dealer in South Beach, is the
presenting sponsor again for this sucessful event at the Main Exhibit Hall and
South Lawn Area of the Lincoln County Fairgrounds.
Response from vendors has been overwhelming – over forty booths will present
everything from unique fishing gadgets like the locally invented rod holder from
MKS Tackle, a full archery store from Archer’s Afield and North County Lures, to
D and R Quality Meats and Rooster’s Rocks.
The second local Head and Horns Competition with Boone and Crocket judging
all three days will award prizes for Rocky Mountain Elk, Roosevelt Elk, Blacktail
Deer and Mule Deer in Riffle, Archery and non-typical.
Head and Horns Competition scoring entry forms are now available at Toby Murry
Motors in South Beach or at the Oregon Coast Sportsman’s Expo during show
hours. On-site scoring will occur during posted hours each day of the show
beginning 4 pm. Friday.
Another special attraction returning again withh an all-new tour for 2015 is The
Rocky Mountain Great Elk Tour from Montana. This is a beautiful display of some of the largest, award-winning, Rocky Mountain Elk taken in America.
Hunting, tracking and fishing seminars are planned all three days with local
experts offering tips for local sportsmen.
Activities for kids include the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife children’s
fishing pond with real live trout. The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is
presenting a children’s shooting gallery. And Archer’s Afield is bring an archery
range and their pro will offer shooting classes.
Scheduled for three big days, the second weekend of Oregon Spring Break,
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 27th, 28 and 29th, local folks and tourists alike
will have fun learning about goods and services available locally to enhance their
outdoor experience on the Oregon Coast.
A wide variety of vendors will be on-hand, including indoor and outdoor rustic
furniture locally made by Eager Beaver Discount Store, Equestrian tack and
supplies for trail riding and outdoor clothing plus pet needs will be displayed by
Feed Corral. Englund Marine Supply will bring the latest in marine tech and
provide information about the popular U Da Man Fishing Tournament. TCB
Security Services and K&K Septic Service are providing their services and
information about their businesses.
All outdoor sporting activities will be represented – rock hounds of all ages will
get to meet Rooster from Rooster’s Rocks in South Beach as he shares his
knowledge of the best rock-hunting areas and the beautiful agate and mineral
finds and creations he has to offer.
Free gifts from Toby Murry Toyota and Big Foot Beverage will be available while
supplies last each day. Valuable coupons from a variety of local businesses will
be available at the Toby Murry Toyota / KSHL booth. and coupons for local
businesses will be available.
Education is a primary feature for the several displays at the Oregon Coast
Sportsman’s Expo.
The Oregon State Police will bring the “Wall of Shame” and the “Trailer of
Shame”, a collection of animal trophies that were taken illegally.
This will be a great opportunity for the community to meet The Lincoln County
Search and Rescue and The Lincoln County Sherriff’s Posse as they will bring the
full contingent of command and rescue equipment. The Coast Guard Auxillary
will be sharing information about boating safety.
Experts from Dockside Charters, Coastal Guide Service, all the popular, local,
non-profit associations will be on-hand too – The Rocky Mountain Elk
Foundation, Friends of the Nation Rifle Association, Toledo VFW Gun Club,
Lots of “non-huntng and fishing” features will be at the expo too – Western Case
with everything from affordable wallets to backpacks, R & P Metal Art, Oregon
Coast Glassworks, Wind Drift Gallery, Alsea Bay Power Products and Nerium
International Skin care.
Another new feature this year is the “Duck Blind” an over 21 beer and wine
pavillion on the front lawn.Plus a great selection of the best New Toyotas and used vehicles provided by our title sponsor – Northwest Toyota Dealers and Toby Murry Toyota.
This is truly a family-friendly event in every way, tickets are only $5 each for
adults, kids 17 and under are free with their parents.
Due to the generous support of Toby Murry Toyota and KSHL, Newport will be
presented a really nice showcase of outdoor fun and information packed into one
three-day weekend.
Contact KSHL for more information. E-mail inquiries to [email protected] or call 541.265.3000