Fish and Wildlife Expo Slated for March 2-4

Stoneville, MS - The second annual Mississippi Fish and Wildlife Expo will be held on March 2-4 at the Washington County Convention Center in Greenville, Mississippi.

For three days outdoor enthusiasts can get the latest information and equipment on their favorite outdoor activity. Emphasis will be on fishing, hunting, camping and other spring and summer outdoor activities.

Peyton Self, President of Wildlife Mississippi, the host of the Expo, stated "We are expecting a crowd of more than 10,000 people to attend for the wide array of outdoor equipment, supplies and services, all at the right prices. Kids can have a great time and the whole family can learn about conservation through the many exhibits. It's a real bargain. Proceeds from the Expo will go to conservation in Mississippi."

The Expo will feature approximately 100 exhibitors selling hunting gear, tree stands, game calls, boats, fishing supplies, wildlife art and books, outdoor apparel, ladies gifts, game calls, guided trips, kids exhibits and much more. Conservation agencies will also be present.

According to Self, the Expo will definitely be bigger and better than the 2000 Expo. "It will have a totally new look. Anyone who loves fishing, hunting, camping, wildlife viewing or just being outdoors will find something of interest at the Expo," continues Self.

Due to popular demand, Terry Vandeventer, a professional herpetologist, will be back at the Expo each day with his live snakes. Vandeventer has hunted and studied reptiles throughout the world. His snake demonstrations are seen by over 70,000 people annually. He will discuss their life histories, habits and their effects on people, good and bad. If you missed it last year, here's your chance!

This year there will be several new exhibitors that will interest the many ladies and kids. Fine gifts and decorative accessories will be available. Blowguns will again be obtainable. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks will provide the B-B gun shooting gallery. Show Hours are: March 2, Friday, 3 pm - 9 pm; March 3, Saturday, 10 am - 8 pm; March 4, Sunday, 12 pm - 5 pm. Admission is: Under Six - Free; Six to Twelve - $4.00; Adults - $6.00. Anyone bringing a can good to the Expo for Wildlife Mississippi's "Hunt Against Hunger" program can receive $1.00 off of the admission price (limit one per attendee). All can goods will be donated to needy families.