Boat and Sport Shows

Fishing Lodges: Avoid Disasterous Sports Shows!

With the turn in the economy, this year’s marketing is going to be more important than ever.

In good economy and bad – some businesses manage to weather the storm and keep sailing, while their competition flounders, seemingly without a rudder. Success depends on many factors, to be sure, but so does Failure!

What boat are you in this year?

2010 Sport Show Season

Yes! You Can Learn How To Sell Far More Effectively!

In addition, I recommend that you learn all that you can from Barry Siskind

Below I’m republishing an article I wrote in March of 2008 – Making Trade Shows Work

Kansas City Boat & Sportshow

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Kansas City Sportshow

January 7–10, 2010

Kansas City, MO
H. Roe Bartle Hall
301 W. 13th St.
Kansas City, Missouri 64105

Show Hours

Thursday, January 7 2:00pm–9:00pm
Friday, January 8 12:00pm–9:00pm
Saturday, January 9 10:00am–9:00pm
Sunday, January 10 10:00am–5:00pm

Get tips from top pros at sessions held daily throughout the show; topics include bass, catfish, walleye and crappie fishing.
Best Selection! Best Deals! Best Place to Buy!

Discover Boating Center

Learn how to get started in boating! Information, resources and expert, unbiased advice for boaters of all abilities.

Show Highlights

Come for the boats, RV & gear: stay for the fun! Enjoy fishing seminars, Texas Bass Tank, FREE kids’ fishing in the Willow Creek trout pond & more!

Berkley Giveaway Days

Saturday & Sunday: FREE Trllene® 100% Flourocarbon line samples & a Power Bait 5-in. Heavy Weight Sinkworm for kids 18 and younger (while supplies last).

Directions and Parking

Driving Directions

Parking

Parking for the Convention & Entertainment Centers is available in the Auditorium Plaza Garage, city-owned lots, and privately owned lots. Event parking rates at city-owned lots are $5 to $8. Rates at privately owned lots vary by location and event. Many parking garages are open 24 hours and most will be open to facilitate attendees of major events. Availability changes depending on the time of day. Metered, on-street parking is available and is free evenings and weekends. There are also surface lots throughout downtown.
Be sure to take advantage of our e-ticket special. Buy 3 tickets and get the 4th one free. Use the $9 savings to pay for your parking!

Check the Weather in Kansas City before you leave.

Accomodations

Enjoy discount rates at area hotels for your stay during the show. Simply call the hotel and mention the Kansas City Sportshow or National Marine Manufacturer’s Association to take advantage of these special rates. Be sure to book early, hotels can/do sell out quickly.

Kansas City Marriott Downtown

Comfort Inn Kansas City

Hotel Savoy – Bed & Breakfast