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2008 New Orleans Boat Show to Be the Biggest and Best Yet for the Gulf Coast

Celebrate the New Year with fun for the whole family at the Gulf Coast’s longest-running and largest boat show at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in halls H, I and J, January 9-13.  The 38th Annual New Orleans Boat Show will offer five days of boating fun, education and shopping for the entire family.  In addition to hundreds of the latest boats and accessories, visitors to the Show will find a variety of new features and opportunities to win several prizes.  “This year’s Show has so many extras for boaters and non-boaters alike,” said Show Manager Barbara Sclafani. “Fishing enthusiasts can learn to cast properly, kids can have fun learning what’s in, under and on the water through several interactive exhibits, and visitors can find a boat for every budget and lifestyle.”Make sure to experience the following special features at the 2008 New Orleans Boat Show:
Take Me Fishing Center:  Daily fishing seminars and casting demonstrations will be conducted by local, regional and national male and female pros at the “Take Me Fishing Center” where the Travelin’
Fish Tank, a 40-foot aquarium stocked with live fish, will be located.  Attendees will also be able to get their fishing license from the LA Department of Wildlife & Fisheries.
Tackle Time Area: The Berkley Strike Team will provide demonstrations on “Bait Action,” “Bait Sensory,” knot testing/hand crank stress line simulator and will have the “In The Zone”
video game for visitors to play.  A boat with U.S. Coast Guard-approved equipment will also be on display.
Bill Dazet –
Master Carver:  Meet renowned wood carver Bill Dazet and see his lifelike carvings of fish and ducks.  Attendees can watch the master at work and take a look at his display of antique carvings of fish and ducks.
LA National Guard:  Watch a simulated bridge erection for boats and the National Guard’s demonstration of military bridge building.  The National Guard FLW Outdoors Ranger Boat simulator will be on site for attendee “rides.”

Scouting Patch Program: Girl Scout and Boy Scout Troops will be able to earn a patch by visiting various stations throughout the show floor and learning about conserving, promoting and enhancing coastal resources.
Discover Boating Center:  Your one-stop resource for boating information and advice. Staffed by experts who can answer all your questions and set you on a course to choosing a boat that will give you and your family years of enjoyment, the Discover Boating Center is here to help you become a boater.
IGX-Interactive Game Experience: Attendees can try playing the latest boating- and fishing-themed video games. Gamers can try to catch that monster bass or win at boat racing.
Parade of Prizes: Attendees can register to win one of many prizes, including the grand prize –
a boat package from Blue Wave Boats, LOADMASTER Trailers, Suzuki Motor ($7,384.00 motor value) and Bent Marine.  Check the Web site for additional prizes at www.neworleansboatshow.com.
Show Details: When:              Wednesday through Sunday, January 9-13                        Wednesday through Friday:  5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.                        Saturday:  11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.                        Sunday:  11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Where:             Ernest N. Morial Convention Center                        Halls H, I and J                        900 Convention Center Blvd                        New Orleans, LA  70130 Admission:      $9.00 for adults                        $15.00 for 2-day adult pass                        $5.00 for youth (13-15 years)                        Children 12 and under are FREE Discount coupons good for $2.00 off adult weeknight’s admission available at area boat dealers and in all New Orleans Boat Show print ads. Tickets can also be purchased in advance online at www.neworleansboatshow.com. Visitors looking for more information about the 2008 New Orleans Boat Show should visit www.neworleansboatshow.com or call 504-780-1818 for complete details. About The New Orleans Boat ShowThe 2008 New Orleans Boat Show is produced by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), the world’s largest producer of boat shows. NMMA is the leading association representing the $39.5 billion per year recreational boating industry. NMMA member companies produce over 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters and anglers in the U.S. For more information about the NMMA, visit www.NMMA.org.

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