Greater Louisville Sports Commission
401 West Main Street, Suite 2200
Louisville , KY 40202
502-587-7767

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Louisville to Host Kentuckiana Fly Fishing Show

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The Derby City Fly Fishers will host the Kentuckiana Fly Fishing Show on Sat., Jan. 26, 2008, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Airport South located at 2715 Fern Valley Road. The show, which will include nearly 70 exhibits, is expected to draw over 800 men, women, and children from Kentucky , Indiana , Ohio , Tennessee , Michigan , Maine , Georgia , Alabama , Arkansas , Oklahoma , and Missouri .

The one-day event will offer participants educational seminars, product and instructional demonstrations related to fly fishing, all in a setting that will entertain the young and old, the novice and seasoned angler. Nationally recognized authors, artist, and fly fishing instructors, Dave and Emily Whitlock; Macauley Lord, Head Instructor for the LL Bean Fly Fishing Schools; and many other fly tiers, authors, outfitters, manufacturers, and fly shops will also be on hand.

"Our January 2007 Show drew an enthusiastic crowd of over 700 people wanting to learn more about fly casting, related equipment, and opportunities to enjoy the sport in our region" related Phil Kirkland, President of Derby City Fly Fishers. "The 2008 Show will present new programs that will educate and entertain adults and children alike".

Derby City Fly Fishers' mission is to promote conservation and preserve, protect and restore natural resources. It is also charged with educating and stimulating interest in fly fishing for all species of fish, on all waters, and to reach out to youth and encourage an interest in the sport.

The Kentuckiana Fly Fishing Show is open to the public. Tickets are $6.00. Admission is free to active military and children 12 and under when accompanied by an adult.

For more information, contact: Phil Kirkland, (502) 647-2115 or philkirkland@iglou.com. On-site media phone at the show is (502)-321-0610. For additional information, visit www.derbycityflyfishers.com.

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