Georgia Wildlife Federation

The Georgia Wildlife Federation’s Great Outdoors Show resulted when the Atlanta and Perry Fisharama/Turkeyramas were combined. In our first year -- 2008 -- even though the economy had taken a downturn, attendance was noticeably up. The show included more fishing tackle than we had seen in a number of years and turkey calls were abundant. Camping equipment, bicycles, hiking equipment, ATVs, golf carts and about anything else you’d need in the Great Outdoors was front and center in all buildings. The NASP (National Archery in Schools Program) Fun Shoot held on Saturday was a huge success, with three Georgia schools qualifying for advancement to the National Shoot in Kentucky in April 08. We will continue to add new events and improve old favorites.

The show is held on the second full weekend in February at the Georgia National Fairgrounds, Perry, Georgia, I-75 South at Exit 135. The Fairgrounds are within easy driving distance for over two million people. Our exhibitors report excellent sales -- some claiming the best ever. Local motels report good business with out of town visitors staying over to attend the show throughout the weekend.

The Great Outdoors Show is a family-oriented event with something to offer for every member. Appropriate dress and behavior is expected by all exhibitors and their staff throughout the event. Georgia Wildlife Federation publishes a show edition magazine prior to each series of shows entitled the Sportsman’s Connection. This magazine contains current information about each show, including an exhibitor list, seminar schedules, floor plans and other information. exhibitors are offered a substantial discount to advertise their product or services in this magazine. The Sportsman’s Connection -- being one of GWF’s most effective advertising tools -- is direct mailed to over 50,000 households in Georgia. Copies are also available on location for show attendees. GWF promotes the shows with commercial advertising reaching strategic markets in key radio, television, and print media outlets. Event sponsorships are available for all shows. For advertising or sponsorship information, contact GWF at 770-787-7887 or email sstowe@gwf.org.

Exhibit space is available in 10’ x 10’ (100 sq ft.) booth increments. Multiple space rentals are permitted. Limited store fronts are available.

If you have other space needs, contact us so we can accommodate your needs according to space available.

Any equipment or furniture needed for your booth space may be rented from our show
decorator (see link below).

Telephone and Electrical service may be ordered using the forms available here. Web access is available throughout the Georgia National Fairgrounds.

Vehicles will be permitted in all buildings on Thursday during move in hours and Sunday during move out hours for the purpose of unloading and loading. When unloading is finished, please remove vehicles outside to accomodate other exhibitors.

Any pre-show shipments should be held by the carrier until Thursday and delivered to our show decorator. Fork lift service is available for a charge from the Show Decorator. Arrangements must be handled through the Show Decorator.

A Raffle permit must be on file in the show office by any non-profit conducting a raffle.

This permit should be submitted to GWF along with Exhibitor Contract. Raffles are defined under Trade Show Regulations on the Exhibitor Contract.

No pets are allowed in the show, unless they are a part of an exhibit or seminar, and prior consent is received from show management. No exhibitors will be allowed to keep a pet in their booths.

Food vendors will be located throughout the entire show at various locations.

Links are provided for both a Site Plan and Building Floor plans with booth numbers on this site. Any exhibitor choosing to reapply for their same space for the following year must do so at the current show.

Applications are taken on first come first serve basis. However, GWF retains the right to determine how many exhibitors offering a particular product should be in the show and book space accordingly to prevent over saturation An exhibitor may also be deemed inappropriate for the show and the application not accepted. The goals of the show are to offer the best services and products available for the attending public. Please download the appropriate forms that you need and follow the instructions on the form to apply.

Exhibitor Badges: Each exhibitor will receive 4 employee badges for the first paid booth and 2 employee badges for each additional paid booth space. Additional badges for employees are $8.00 each. Order extra badges online.

Georgia Wildlife Federation
11600 Hazelbrand Road
Covington, Georgia 30014
Telephone 770-787-7887
Fax 770-787-9229
Email sstowe@gwf.org
drithmire@gwf.org