Thunder Ridge Nature Arena will host an exclusive premiere of Brad Pitt's adventure thriller "Heart of the Beast" on September 18, with all proceeds benefiting conservation. Service members, Bass Pro Shops Outfitters, and CLUB Members receive free admission, while public tickets are available for $10 at thunderridgenaturearena.com.
Events
Safe LivinG, in collaboration with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), will bring its free firearms safety and suicide prevention experience to Fort Stewart, Georgia on September 11-12. The event features a mobile range with FATS by Inveris simulators, demonstrations from SABREยฎ and Streamlightยฎ, and family-friendly firearm safety education.
SLG2, Inc. will bring its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Professional Bull Riders Thunder Days on September 4-6, 2026, at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in Ridgedale, Missouri. Sponsored by Bass Pro Shops, the mobile range will offer firearms, archery, and outdoor product demonstrations in the Fan Zone, with certified instructors emphasizing firearm safety and responsible ownership.
Pope and Young, North America's leading bowhunting organization, is accepting vendor booth reservations for its 35th Biennial Convention April 8-10, 2027 in Little Rock, Arkansas. The event features seminars, trophy displays, auctions, and a vendor area with manufacturers, outfitters, and archery companies. Contact Dylan Ray at Dylan@pope-young.org to reserve booth space.
SLG2, Inc. brings its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Rapid City on August 15-16 during the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The free event features a mobile range with firearm simulators, archery activities, and demonstrations from outdoor industry brands including Black Rifle Coffee.
SLG2, Inc. brings its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on July 18-19, 2026. The free event features a mobile range with firearm and archery experiences, product demonstrations from leading outdoor brands, and hands-on safety education for women, families, and outdoor enthusiasts of all experience levels.
SLG2, Inc. will bring its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Chesterfield, Michigan on May 16-17, 2026. Led by all-women instructors, the free event features hands-on firearm and archery demonstrations, safety education, and product showcases from leading outdoor brands for participants of all experience levels.
Steiner eOptics will exhibit at Defense Services Asia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, April 20-23, 2026, within the Beretta Defense Technologies booth #271. The company will showcase its electro-optic solutions including aiming lasers, night vision systems, and combat ID beacons to global military and defense professionals.
The Dallas Safari Club's 2026 Convention & Sporting Expo in Atlanta drew attendees from 43 countries and all 50 U.S. states, featuring nearly 700 exhibitors and keynote speaker Shane Mahoney. Georgia Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Walter Rabon received the DSC Conservation Trailblazer Award, while newly installed CEO Russell Stacy highlighted the event's success and announced future conventions in Atlanta and Texas.
The DSC Convention & Sporting Expo will be held February 6-8, 2026, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Media members can pre-register for credentials and access a dedicated pressroom with amenities. The event features over 600 exhibitors and raises millions for conservation, education, and advocacy initiatives.
Bass Pro Shops announced a multi-year partnership with the SMX League, making Thunder Ridge at Big Cedar Lodge near Branson, Missouri the host venue for the 2026 Monster Energy SMX World Championship Final on September 26. The partnership marks Bass Pro Shops' first foray into offroad motorcycle racing and features elite racers from across the globe.
Celerant Technology is sponsoring and exhibiting at ATA 2026, powering the pop-up shop with its Cumulus Retail software for the fifth consecutive year. The system integrates STAR Micronics' mPOP hardware and WorldPay's mobile payment processing to create a seamless checkout experience for archery dealers.
Kinsey's is hosting its Dealer Show February 19-21 at Lancaster County Convention Center with enhanced pricing, flexible payment terms, and ACH discounts. The event features live entertainment from Nate Hosie, host of HeadHunters TV on the Outdoor Channel, celebrating dealer partnerships with industry camaraderie.
The Archery Trade Association announces the return of the Archery & Bowhunting Supershow on January 9โ10, 2026, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Mossy Oak will be showcasing its latest patterns and products and attendees can meet representatives, explore Mossy Oak brand partners' merchandise, and gain insight into how the brand supports the hunting and outdoor community.
Ol'man Outdoors will exhibit at the 2026 Archery Trade Association Show in Indianapolis, January 6-11, 2026, at booth #1341. The company will showcase its hunting and outdoor equipment lineup, including its patented treestand systems and safety products.
Millennium Treestands is showcasing its 2026 product line at the Archery Trade Show (ATA) in Indianapolis, January 6-11, 2026. The company, part of Millennium Outdoors, will display innovations in treestands and outdoor gear at booth #1347.
Barnett will showcase its 2026 product lineup at the Archery Trade Association Trade Show on January 7-10, 2026, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. The company will feature expansions to its Raptor, Wildcat, and XPX series crossbow lines at Booth #2047 and S16.
Pope and Young is excited to announce their upcoming event on January 4, 2025. This time, Pope and Young is joining forces with their good friends from Live Oak Archery to take over Texas to help make this event one to remember.
Rock Ridge Outdoors is heading to the 2024 National Sporting Goods Wholesalers Expo and Annual Meeting in Kansas City, Missouri with its industry-leading brands, including American Buffalo Knife and Tool Co., Cupped Waterfowl, Dead Ringer Hunting, The Grind, Mammoth Coolers, ProSport Outdoors, Rogue Ridge, and Telum Tactical.
Registration is now open for the 2025 DSC Convention & Sporting Expo. Join us at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, January 9-12, 2025. Take advantage of exclusive Early Bird discounts, available now through October 31.
