Trade Show Scheduling

Horse World Expo offers top quality seminars and clinics covering virtually every aspect of horse care and training. Industry professionals from all over the country will come together to provide expert insight.

A variety of fun and entertaining demonstrations will be presented throughout the weekend. There will be something different every day. Top national riders will demonstrate proper riding techniques and training skills.

Stallion Avenue will feature the best stallions in the area. Parade of Breeds will take place at various times during the day allowing you to see the beauty and versatility of many breeds, both common and rare.

World class shopping will allow you to test out the latest products, shop for a new horse trailer, sit in that perfect saddle, plan your new farm construction, or bring home a souvenir tee-shirt. Hundreds of vendors will be selling thousands of horse related products and services including horse care products, saddles and tack, jewelry, children’s toys, products and apparel for the show ring, home products and décor, and virtually every brand of horse trailer available.

The nation’s leading equestrian clinicians and entertainers will lead the Horse World Expo. The expo will focus on training riders to train their own horses. Many of the country’s most accomplished horse trainers will present seminars on training by day and dazzle audiences by night with their amazing performances at Theatre Equus, A Musical Equine Revue, a professionally choreographed and scripted show in which humans and horses partner to perform remarkable feats of daring beauty. Some of the stars featured are:

• Tommie Turvey, Jr., trick trainer, movie trainer, stuntman and “Equine Extremist”
• Stacy Westfall, the only freestyle reiner ever to compete without saddle or bridle and 2006 winner of Road to the Horse young horse training competition
• Matt McLaughlin, former Head Trainer for the Royal Lipizzaner Stallion Show and US Dressage Federation silver medalist

Horse World Expo and Theatre Equus 2010 will be held February 26-28, 2010 at PA Farm Show Complex & Expo Center, 2300 North Cameron St., Harrisburg, PA 17110. For registration and more information you can visit their web site at http://www.horseworldexpo.com/PAfeatures.htm. Phone: (301) 916-0852. Email: info@horseworldexpo.com.

Thousands of flowers and plants with all their rich colors, fragrances and textures will be showcased at the Northwest Flower & Garden Show. This show will feature six acres of inspiring gardens, free seminars for all gardening levels, and shopping at 350 exhibits related to gardening, outdoor living, and gardeners. A world-class panel including Fergus Garrett, Andrea Cochran, and Roger Swain will review and judge the display gardens and present seminars during the show.

This year’s show will be packed with free “how-to” seminars and demonstrations for small and large garden spaces. A number of seminars will focus on the growing area of interest in vegetable gardens. Top speakers include authors Suzy Bales, Rich Darke, John Greenlee, Valerie Easton, Debra Lee Baldwin, Kathy Brenzel, Saxon Holt, Roger Gossler, and Keeyla Meadows.

The “Marketplace” will feature over 350 nurseries and other exhibitors spotlighting products and services related to gardening and outdoor living. Special attractions will include the “Sproutopia” children’s area, the high school horticulture students’ “Funky Junk” display, floral display competitions, and a container garden exhibition.

The Northwest Flower & Garden Show will be held February 3-7, 2010 at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center, 800 Convention Place, Seattle, WA 98101. For more information you can contact Northwest Flower & Garden Show, P.O. Box 110849, Tacoma, WA 98411. Telephone: (253) 756-2121. Fax: (253) 756- 6898. Email: infotac@otshows.com. You can also visit their web site at http://www.gardenshow.com/seattle/index.

Nashville is the place to be to see and buy boats, gear, and accessories. The 23^rd Nashville Boat & Sportshow has everything you need for a summer full of boating and fishing fun. Exhibitors will showcase the latest in marine gear, motors, electronics, tackle and accessories. Charter companies and resorts representatives will be on hand so you can book your next vacation. The area’s best selection of new boats will be available. Compare makes and models, find insurance and financing, and buy the accessories you need.

Joey Monteleone, professional angler and host of “Inside the Outdoors” radio show, will offer daily fishing seminars. Included will be hands-on demonstrations in casting, baiting, and fishing technique to help you gain new skills and fish like a pro. Keith Milby will have dog training seminars where you can learn the secrets of dog training.

One of the world’s fastest offshore racing boats will be available for viewing. The Miss GEICO is capable of reaching speeds of more than 185 miles per hour. This 40 foot boat has set two world records and participated in more than 15 races around the world in 2007.

The catch-and-release fishing pond will offer trout fishing for kids 12 and younger. It’s a great way to introduce them to the sport of fishing. A special appearance will also be made by SpongeBob Squarepants. Young mariners will find hands-on activities, games and more at the Kids Adventure Trail. Knot tying, animal track/compass reading, water safety, and more will be offered.

Nashville Boat & Sportshow will be held January 6-10, 2010 at the Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St., Nashville, TN 37203. For more information you can visit their web site at http://www.nashvilleboatshow.com or contact them at 143-A Arnold Dr., Shepherdsville, KY 40165. Telephone: (502) 957-1666. Fax: (502) 957-1690.