Wisconsin boasts over 60,000 waterfowlers, making it an ideal location for the 6th annual Waterfowlers Hunters EXPO. Offering a diverse array of seminars, events, contests, and activities tailored for waterfowling enthusiasts. On Friday & Saturday, August 21st & 22nd, Wisconsin will host its 6th Annual Waterfowl Hunters EXPO to fill this surprising gap. For nearly a year, non-profit groups, govern
ment agencies, and professional marketing teams have collaborated to provide this long-awaited service to the state's waterfowlers. Featuring a plethora of family-friendly activities ranging from cooking to dog training, a blend of science-based and practical seminars, showcasing the latest gear and industry advancements, and hosting the state’s official calling contests and more, this one-day waterfowling celebration caters to everyone, from novices to seasoned hunters. The WHEXPO will take place at the centrally located, spacious Sunnyview Exposition Center in Oshkosh, WI. Conveniently situated within a 90-minute drive from Wisconsin’s three major metropolitan areas, this location encapsulates over 65% of the state’s waterfowl stamp holders. With a nominal entry fee, no conflicts with regional outdoor shows, and strategically positioned right before the duck hunting season. We are currently collaborating with industry partners who seek prominence in this event in a state renowned for its outdoor ethos. Presenting sponsor opportunities encompass:
• Women’s Zone – For Women By Women
• Youth Zone – Kid-friendly hands-on activities such as decoy painting and calling
• Duck and goose calling contests
• Shooting activities – try-guns, flurry shoots
• Dog training seminars
• Environmental, conservation, and biological seminars
• Land and wetland management seminars
• Academic research symposiums
• Hands-on seminars focusing on practical aspects of waterfowling
• Cooking seminars
• Regulation and season structure info-gathering
• Boat rig displays
• Keynote speakers
Scheduled just days before the Wisconsin waterfowl season opener, this expo provides an unparalleled opportunity for industry players to showcase their latest equipment and services to a highly engaged waterfowling community. Operating under the 501(c)3 umbrella of the non-profit Wisconsin Waterfowl Association, participation fees for industry partners are kept low, potentially qualifying as tax-deductible contributions. Vendors exhibit and sales areas offer booth spaces available, 10’x10’ footprint and up, inclusive of entrance and parking fees. Furthermore, vendors stand to benefit from extensive visibility through the robust social and traditional media presence cultivated by organizers over decades.
