Worcester Features

	Exclusive! Brody The Moviestar is Big & Back! Returning this year, as an international movie star, will be the crowd favorite, Brody the Bear. Brody is the star of a soon to be released major movie titled Grizzly Park. The advance publicity of Grizzly Park explains that eight troubled young people are sent to the California forests to do community service. Unfortunately, also roaming the forests is a fugitive killer and 1500 pound Brody. Don’t miss visiting with the star of Grizzly Park, Brody the Bear.
	New! Exclusive! Jonathan Custead’s Dangerous Reptiles of the World Jonathan introduces the audience to exotic and dangerous reptiles from all over the world. Kids of all ages will be amazed to see this young man handle some the world’s largest breeds of snakes-an anaconda, a reticulated python and a Burmese python! The audience will hold their breath as he goes face to face with the world's most venomous snakes, such as a the King Cobra, Rattlesnakes and the deadly Black Mamba! Don’t miss this educational and entertaining program.
	New! The Future Soldier Trainer Experience one of the many tools that the US Army uses to train its Future Soldiers and keep its current Soldiers’ reflexes and instincts razor sharp and Army Strong!
	EXCLUSIVE! Showcase of Firearms See top firearms manufacturers such as Smith & Wesson, Sig-SAUER, Rossi, Benelli, Beretta, Thompson, Savage, Uberti, Para-ordance and many more. Presented by Blue Northern Trading Company of Ayer, MA.
	New! Trophy Buck Contest All new this year will be the Trophy Buck Contest. Presented by Northeast Big Buck Club, there will be awards for several categories of antlers. Entries will be on display throughout the week of the show. Click here for the rules and regulations for the Trophy Buck Contest.
	New! Sled Dogs! NE Outfitters of Brookfield, MA has been mushing since 1997. They travel throughout New England with their dog team teaching and educating about the adventures of dog sledding. On hand at the show will be sled dogs for children to pet and a display of sled dog equipment. Stop by and meet the Vitello family and learn more about how your family would enjoy dog sledding.
	New! Exclusive! The Border Brute A jaw dropping set of antlers which scores 217 typical which is greater than the current typical world record. The G-3 tines are 17 1/8 and 16 5/8 which may be the longest pair of tines in existence. This buck has it all…it’s tall, wide and heavy with breathtaking eye appeal. These antlers are sheds found in 2004 on the Kansas/Missouri border.
	Whitetail Superday is Saturday, Feb. 9th Saturday will feature a continuous series of whitetail seminars by some of America's greatest hunters including Tim Andrus, The Benoit Family and Peter Fiduccia.
	Talons! A bird of prey experience sure to delight the entire family. Get up close and personal with live hawks, owls and falcons. Lorrie Schumacher, master falconer, will explain the interaction of birds of prey with environmental conservation. Lorrie will also present daily flying demonstrations.
	New! Cold River Mining Company Here’s fun for the kids! The Cold River Mining Company will be presenting the “Cave”. Kids will be able to enter a dark cave like atmosphere and hunt for fossils. This will present a unique and educational experience for children. Cold River Mining will again provide their gemstone-panning sluice in addition to the all new "Cave".
	New! Lang’s Sporting Collectibles Appraises Antique Tackle Since 1990, Lang's Sporting Collectibles has been a trusted source for consigning, appraising and bringing to auction antique fishing tackle and memorabilia. Bring in your tackle treasure and have it appraised at the show.
	Fishing Simulator Grab the rod and hold on, because you're guaranteed to hook a big one at our realistic fishing simulator. Watch on a large screen TV as the fish you've just hooked jumps and dives while the pull on the line exactly simulates the action of the fish. Fun for anglers of all ages.
	New! Gary Hain’s Travelin’ Fish Tank Giant mobile tank packed with huge bass-see the pros demonstrate winning techniques!
	Archery Range Here's a great opportunity to learn archery...no matter your age. Volunteers from the Worcester County League of Sportsmen's Clubs will be on hand to provide expert advice and instruction. Seasoned archers can also try out the latest in bows from exhibiting retailers.
	Hunting Dog Training Demonstrations Dean Clark will guide you through the training basics that are necessary to have both a happy dog and a happy dog owner. Using his black labrador "Cinder", Dean will demonstrate and entertain you with his insights and unique approach to dog training. And, as Dean points out, his techniques work with kids and grandchildren, too!
	Trout Pond Fun for kids of all ages! Catch a monster!
	SUNDAY is FAMILY DAY!!! Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by a paying adult. Below are just some of the fun events planned for Sunday.
	KID FUN & FISH Hey Kids! Learn the basics of fishing and conservation and try your hand at flippin' & pitchin'. KID FUN & FISH is Sunday. Presented by Massachusetts BASS Federation
	FREE TACKLE BOX A free Plano Tackle Box will be given to the first 200 children 12 and under who attend the show on Sunday* *Must be accompanied by a paying adult
	Ducks Unlimited Duck Box Building Sunday features bird box building, an event sponsored by Ducks Unlimited. Children can build either a wood duck box, a tree swallow or a bluebird box. They can keep the bluebird box or tree swallow box, while wood duck boxes will be donated to the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife will provide families with a report on the wood duck nesting project. This is hands-on fun that helps support local wildlife.