The 30th Annual Louisiana Sportsmen's Show and Festival returns to the Lamar-Dixon Center

Friday, March 13th through Sunday, March 15th, 2009. This is Louisiana's ORIGINAL sport fishing, hunting and boat show offering the general public the largest and newest selection of sport fishing gear, boats and hunting equipment at special Show prices.

Founder Bob Del Giorno said "We are so excited to hold the event in such a strategic location. The Lamar Dixon Center is only fifteen minutes from Baton Rouge and less than an hour from New Orleans. Ascension Parish and adjacent areas are home to many of our area’s most avid sportsmen. This strategic location is a real asset and the outdoor space at the Lamar Dixon Center has allowed the Sportsmen’s Show to grow into a true festival of hunting, fishing, music, and food. The Show now offers live music, an outdoor cooking area featuring famous Louisiana restaurants, and many new family oriented, hands-on activities. Kids love the show."

The heart of the Sportsmen’s Show will always be hunting and fishing. This year’s show will feature hundreds of booths filled with everything for outdoor pleasure including the largest and newest selection of sportfishing, boat, and hunting equipment from national manufacturers. With something for everyone who loves the outdoors, the Sportsmen’s Show creates one of the biggest market places for all services and products related to Louisiana’s great outdoors.

Del Giorno noted that interest in guided hunting and fishing adventures has grown tremendously among Louisiana sportsmen, and that interest is reflected in the show’s exhibitors. "The show offers a unique chance for sportsmen and women to personally meet dozens of fishing guides and outfitters who can plan trips in Louisiana or around the world," said Del Giorno. "Anyone planning a guided outdoor vacation will find tremendous resources at this year’s show." A number of Louisiana Tourist Commissions will also be on hand, providing information n outdoor activities across the state along with free maps, brochures, and other information.

Admission for the Louisiana Sportsmen’s Show and Festival is just $8 for adult and $5 for children.

For Show credentials or media interviews, contact Don Cooper (504-885-9080) or Bob Del Giorno (504-464-7363).

Directions

The Lamar-Dixon Center is located off of I-10 at 9039 St. Landry Road in Gonzalez. To reach the facility:

Take I-10 to Gonzales, LA
Exit I-10 at Cabela’ s – (Exit 177 - LA Hwy 30)
Left onto St. Landry Road