CT FISHING & OUTDOOR SHOW AT MOHEGAN SUN ON MARCH 20-22
HOSTS NEW “NOR’EASTER TURKEY CALLING CHAMPIONSHIP” ON SATURDAY
Largest Fishing/Outdoor Show in Connecticut Features Expert-Led Demonstrations & Seminars, “Kids Fun Zone”, Equipment, Live Animals, More…
UNCASVILLE, CONN., February 27, 2026 – The “Connecticut Fishing & Outdoor Show” returns to the Earth Expo & Convention Center at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn. on Friday, March 20 through Sunday, March 22, 2026. Dates/Hours: Friday, March 20 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, March 21 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, March 22 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Discounted admission tickets are on sale now at www.CTFishingOutdoorShow: Online: $12 plus tax for Adults; At the Door: $15 Adults; Free for Kids under age 12.
The largest fishing and outdoor show in Connecticut showcases a wide variety of outdoor activities over three days that include freshwater and saltwater fishing, hunting, kayaking, rafting, paddle boards, hunting dog training, safaris, and more. The three-day annual event is designed for longtime enthusiasts and novices alike, including anyone who wants to learn more about open air adventure opportunities. Its “Kids Fun Zone” will be three times the size of last year’s with hands-on activities where toddlers through teens can discover the wonder and beauty of the outdoors.
“On Saturday, March 21st at 11 a.m., we welcome the new National Wild Turkey Federation-sanctioned Connecticut Nor’easter Turkey Calling Championship,” says Kristie Gonsalves, Producer of the Connecticut Fishing & Outdoor Show at Mohegan Sun and President of North East Expos, Inc. “Individual turkey-callers from as far away as Pennsylvania and Vermont will come to compete in different divisions including the Senior Open, whose winner will qualify to compete in the National Wild Turkey Federation’s 2027 Grand Nationals in Nashville, Tenn. “The competition’s emcee will be Turkey Hunter/Champion Caller Matt Wettish, a member of the New England Turkey Hunting Hall of Fame. And, throughout the three-day CT Fishing & Outdoor Show, Matt will demonstrate how adults and children can ‘master’ turkey calling. There is no additional fee to come watch the Saturday Connecticut Nor’easter Turkey Calling Championship.”
Attendees at the 2026 Show will discover:
►Over 200 booths selling the latest fishing, hunting, outdoor equipment, and fishing boats.
►Fly Casting Demonstrations by experts in two locations: atop a 5,000-gallon Hawg Trough Live Fish Tank, and on the show’s fly cast pond.
►Expert-led Seminars & Demonstrations are free with admission (full schedule at www.CTFishingOutdoorShow.com. Includes:
- Sheron K. Brown (a/k/a “The Lunkerman”), Professional Tournament Angler/Guide (Friday & Saturday).
- Joe Diorio, Saltwater Fishing Guide.
- Bryan Mayo, 7-time Rhode Island B.A.S.S Nation State Team and 2021 State Club Champion.
- Brian Coombs, New England Fisherman and Charter Boat Captain.
- Matt Wettish, Turkey Hunter/Champion Caller & New England Turkey Hunting Hall of Fame inductee.
- Jonathan Bunker – Owner/Head Guide, Square-Tail Anglers.
- Jason Colby, Little Sisters Charters.
- Mike James, RoxStar
- Mike Roy of Reel Cast Charters.
- Ron McKee, Surfcaster and Custom Rod Designer.
- BJ Silvia, Flippin’ Out Fishing Charters.
- Ryan Nye, Kayak Bass Fisherman.
- Chris Stefanou, Long Island/Florida Shark Fisherman.
- John Field, Master Casting Instructor, The Saltwater Edge Podcast.
- Ian Devlin, Fly Fisherman and Fly Tyer
- Fred Wilson, FlipFlyTye Fishing Products
►Meet and Schedule Tours with Charter Boat Fishing Captains, Hunting Outfitters, Outdoor Adventure and Safari Promoters. CT Dept. of Energy & Environmental & Protection’s (DEEP) latest rules and regulations, and displays on state’s wildlife, fisheries, boating, hunting and parks.
►Tips/demos on “Dog Steadiness Training” by Jeremy Cormier of V3 Gun Dogs.
►Fly-Tying demonstrations by Capt. Ian Devlin and Fred Wilson.
►Hands-On Activities include Laser Shot Range from the CT Dept. of Energy & Environmental & Protection (DEEP).
►View upcoming premier Military and Historic guns at auction in Connecticut and discover how to sell antique and collectible firearms with CT Firearms Auction.
►Learn How to Use Inflatable Life Jackets by the U.S. Coast Guard.
►KIDS FUN ZONE featuring hands-on activities for toddlers through teens where they can discover the wonder and beauty of the outdoors. Will include:
- Dog training demonstrations.
- Nature Nick’s Animal Adventures Show, high-energy, educational wildlife experience with snakes, birds of prey, a fennec fox, a hedgehog and more.
- Special expert-led seminars for youth on fishing, archery, and hunting safety, plus prize giveaways of archery gear.
- Slay Nation Tournament Fishing Kids Casting Corner – experts will teach boys and girls how to fly cast or “flip”, and toddlers can catch plastic fish for prizes – all while costumed character Frankie the Fish greets the crowd.
- Hourly children’s Scavenger Hunts where the winner wins tackle boxes and other prizes.
ADMISSION for the Show:
DISCOUNTED ON-LINE TICKETS ON SALE NOW: $12 for Adults. Free Tickets for Kids under age 12 at www.CTFishingOutdoorShow.com. Online tickets can be purchased any time until show ends.
Admission at the Door: $15 Adults. Free for Kids under age 12.
Show sponsors include The Fisherman Magazine, LeafGuard, WFSB Channel 3, and 97.7 WCTY Eastern CT’s Country station, Renewal by Anderson, Mohegan Sun, and North East Expos, Inc.
FOR SHOW INFO, visit www.CTFishingOutdoorShow.com Facebook or 860-844-8461. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram.
Speakers, Demonstrators and Exhibitors interested in registering for the Connecticut Fishing & Outdoor Show at Mohegan Sun should contact Kristie Gonsalves at 860-844-8461, or email Kristie@northeastexpos.com, or visit www.CTFishingOutdoorShow.com.
NORTH EAST EXPOS, INC., producer of this event, is a decades old, family-owned company that also produces the popular “Connecticut Flower & Garden Show” at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford. For information about North East Expos, Inc., contact Kristie Gonsalves at 860-844-8461 or email Kristie@northeastexpos.com.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Laura Soll, Communications
2024 CT Fishing & Outdoor Show
Phone (860) 688-4499
Cell (860) 833-4466