Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show Boycott

Rigar wrote:RAYJAY wrote

" that number is just a answering service for them you can't even leave a message"

... Really ?
...Did you call it?

... my point was RayJay...I did...
... and I totally got the runaround...( from a complete idiot but a live operator nonetheless)

the people that work for this event planner can't even be straight to people about what's going on with 1 of their own events
... and for what its worth... what was allowed to be at that show for vendors is specifically outlined in their agreement when they contract booth space... and the organizers have basically changed their minds.... ultimately I would love to see all the vendors that have pulled out sue the planners .

I want to thank all of you for your concern regarding my participation at the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show. It was with great honor that I originally accepted the invitation to participate in the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show. My purpose in attending this show in year’s past has always been to help provide a deeper knowledge and understanding for the Olympic Shooting Sports and as a way to give back to my local community given its proximity to where I grew up. As an Olympic gold medalist, passing on those values and knowledge has become even more important for me today. As an avid outdoors woman who grew in this sport in part due to my experience at ESOS, it’s a decision that doesn’t come easy but I have decided that I will NOT participate. My decision is due to what I feel would be an inability as an Olympic athlete to represent my sport, industry and USA Shooting teammates in the best possible manner given the political climate that will be present as a result of the decisions that have been made. The message that I hope to instill in the participants of the ESOS can only be muddled as a result of the current situation. I look forward to my involvement in the Show in the years to come.

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Due to recent ban on weapons by Reed Exhibitions at the Eastern Sports & Outdoor Shows, Towne Marine will be withdrawing their 30 boat display at this years show.

We are saddened we will not be attending our largest and best producing show all year but we stand elbow-to-elbow with our sportsman and refuse to do business with hypocritical gun activists.

Thank you for your business and we encourage you to come see us at the Philly Sportsman Show Feb 14 - Feb 17.

We support you the people!!!

coalkirk wrote:Yikes!!! I was just on their site looking at exhibiters who will be there and found a coal brother! Reading coal stoves. I wonder if they are aware of the boycott and why it should be joined??

Richard S. wrote:Something else I noticed when I originally posted this was three companies listed as sponsors on the bottom of each page. Progressive insurance, Comcast and another company. Yesterday at some point it was just Progressive and Comcast. The only one left now if Progressive.

Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show - Update - January 24, 2013

Reed Exhibitions has decided to postpone, for now, the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show given the controversy surrounding its decision to limit the sale or display of modern sporting rifles (also called ARs) at the event. The show was scheduled to take place February 2-10 in Harrisburg, PA.

“Our original decision not to include certain products in the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show this year was made in order to preserve the event’s historical focus on the hunting and fishing traditions enjoyed by American families,” said Chet Burchett, Reed Exhibitions President for the Americas. “In the current climate, we felt that the presence of MSRs would distract from the theme of hunting and fishing, disrupting the broader experience of our guests. This was intended simply as a product decision, of the type event organizers need to make every day.

“It has become very clear to us after speaking with our customers that the event could not be held because the atmosphere of this year’s show would not be conducive to an event that is designed to provide family enjoyment. It is unfortunate that in the current emotionally charged atmosphere this celebratory event has become overshadowed by a decision that directly affected a small percentage of more than 1,000 exhibits showcasing products and services for those interested in hunting and fishing.

“ESS has long been proud to participate in the preservation and promotion of hunting and fishing traditions, and we hope that as the national debate clarifies, we will have an opportunity to consider rescheduling the event when the time is right to focus on the themes it celebrates.”