Backcountry Hunters & Anglers
Anyone interested in the challenge and allure of roaming big, wild country will be sure to find priceless information and inspiration at the North American Rendezvous of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers in Spokane.
The national sportsmen-conservation group, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, will host its 4th annual North American Rendezvous March 6-7 at the Red Lion at the Park in Spokane, Washington. This two-day event will feature a keynote address by the Sportsman Channel's, Randy Newberg, exclusive hunting and fishing seminars and more than $40,000 in guns, gear and trips to be given away.
The event begins Friday with the Backcountry Brewfest starting at 5:00 pm, featuring more than 10 local breweries and great gear giveaways. Raffle prizes include cutting-edge scopes and range finders from Leupold; the premier backcountry hunting rifle, a Kimber Mountain Ascent; light-weight backpacking tipi from Seek Outside; limited ticket purchase for an Adipose Drift Boat and trailer and much more!
Starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday, experts in the field will present a series of workshops and seminars on topics such as: archaeology and the hunt, how to photograph and film your hunt, backcountry taxidermy and illegal ATV use. Following the seminars, we will offer an exclusive showing of hunting ethicist, David Petersen's, new film "On the Wild Edge: Hunting for a Natural Life" The event will also feature panel discussions on topics including "Keeping Our Public Lands Public" and "Women in Hunting."
The event concludes Saturday night with a dinner, live and silent auctions, raffles, and a keynote address from public land hunting do-it-yourself star, Randy Newberg. Auction items range from knives to tents, and stoves to guided hunting and fishing trips.
"The North American Rendezvous is a great place to meet enthusiastic people, hone your outdoors skills and see the latest backcountry gear," said BHA Executive Director Land Tawney. "Along the way, we also work hard to conserve America's public lands and waters for our kids and grandkids to enjoy."
Founded around an Oregon campfire in 2004, BHA strives to be the sportsmen's voice for wild public lands, water and wildlife. BHA now has chapters in 22 states and provinces, including an active chapter in Washington State.
Pre-sale ticket prices range from $10 for the "Backcountry Brewfest" to $145 for the entire weekend, which includes entry to all seminars, two dinners, a Saturday lunch, and specialty BHA merchandise. To order tickets, visit www.backcountryhunters.org, email admin@backcountryhunters.org, or call (406) 370-4325.
