Show Features
Educational Seminars & Demonstrations
The most notable feature of our show is the extensive lineup of seminars and demonstrations we offer each day! At any given time of day there are likely fishing & hunting seminars, casting pond demos and/or Hawg Trough demos happening!
To see a detailed schedule of seminars & demonstrations, click here or on the button!
Kids Fun Zone
Our show offers a Kids Fun Zone featuring hands-on activities for toddlers through teens, where they can discover the wonder and beauty of the outdoors. This section will showcase live animals, archery, dog training lessons and a fly-casting pond.
In addition, every hour children can participate in a Scavenger Hunt where the winner will win a Tackle box. In addition, special expert-led seminars for youth on fishing tips, and archery and hunting safety will be held throughout the event.
Animal Experiences with Nature Nick
Get Ready for Nature Nick’s Animal Adventures!
Get up close and personal with some of the world’s most fascinating creatures when Nature Nick takes the stage for his incredible Animal Adventures show! This high-energy, educational wildlife experience will thrill audiences of all ages as Nick introduces amazing animals like a 10-foot python, a Eurasian eagle owl with a six-foot wingspan, colorful toucans, hedgehogs, alligators, and more.
Each show features 5–6 trained exotic animals, all presented by Nature Nick himself — a nationally recognized TV personality, author, and professional animal trainer. You’ve seen him on The Today Show, Good Morning America, Fox & Friends, The Martha Stewart Show, and Good Day New York — now you can see him live!
After the show, don’t miss the special meet & greet, where guests can snap photos and interact with Nature Nick and some of his amazing animal ambassadors.
Bring the whole family for an unforgettable adventure that’s fun, educational, and wildly entertaining!
Presentation Times
Friday – 4pm, 6pm, & 7pm
Saturday – 12pm, 3pm & 5pm
Sunday – 11am, 2pm & 4pm
SCINEF Mobile Wildlife Education Center
Safari Club International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife, education of the people, and the protection of hunters rights.
Founded in 1972, Safari Club International is a worldwide charitable organization that promotes wildlife conservation and education, provides services for people in need, and functions as an advocate for hunters and hunting. Click Here to View The National SCI Website! More than 50,000 members and 190 chapters in 103 countries empower the SCI mission around the globe.
SCINEF will bring their mobile wildlife education trailer to the show for guests to tour and learn about wildlife!
Turkey Calling Contest
On Saturday, March 21, the CT Fishing & Outdoor Show is proud to host the Connecticut NWTF State Sanctioned Turkey Calling Championship. Taking place at 11:00 AM in the Beaver Room at the Mohegan Sun Earth Expo & Convention Center, this high-stakes competition brings together top-tier turkey callers from as far as Pennsylvania and Vermont.
The event will be emceed by National Wild Turkey Federation Hall of Famer and Champion caller Matt Wettish. This is a must-see event for hunting enthusiasts, as the winner of the Senior Open division will officially qualify for the 2027 NWTF Grand Nationals. There is no entry fee for spectators, making it the perfect opportunity for attendees to witness elite calling skills firsthand and get a “great warm-up” for the spring season.
Fly Casting Contest
Join our FREE Fly Casting contest at the Connecticut Fishing and Outdoor Show. This bracket-style single elimination contest will be available for both adults and children 10 and older on Saturday , March 21st. Warmups Start at 2pm and the head-to-head format will start promptly at 2:30pm. Prizes for both adult and kids divisions!
Each competitor gets two casts at our “Trout Target”. The closest of your two casts is the one used. Win and move on!
Rod and reels combos will be provided by Local Fly Co so all competitors use the same rods.
Choose ADULT or CHILD (16 yo and younger) below and at checkout please
You MUST click the button below to sign up before the contest. Sign up is free and instructions are on the linked page.
Additional Features
List of Additional Features
- Fishing Seminars & Demos
- Hawg Trough
- Fly Tying Center
- Fly Casting Pond / Demos
- Hunting / Outdoor Sports Seminars & Demos
- Hunting Dog Demos
- Laser Shot Range
- Adventure Nick Animal Experiences
- Kids’ Zone Activities, featuring a trout fishing pond & more!
- Safari Club International New England Foundation (SCINEF) – Mobile Wildlife Education Trailer
- Discounts to Mohegan Sun shops, food & entertainment!
- US Coast Guard Demos
- Tour Scheduling with
- Charter Boats
- Hunting Outfitters
- Outdoor Adventures
- Safaris
- LIVE radio broadcast/podcasts
Mohegan Sun Discounts for Exhibitor & Showgoers!
