The inaugural South Georgia Spring Sportsman Expo is set to make its debut this weekend in Tifton, Georgia. Organized by Georgia Outdoor News and presented by the construction equipment dealer Yancy Bros., this two-day event promises a vibrant celebration of outdoor activities, appealing to hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts.
Taking place at the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center, the expo will feature a wide array of attractions and activities designed to engage attendees. Numerous vendors will showcase outdoor apparel, gear, and equipment focused on hunting, fishing, and land management. Notably, a 5,000-gallon live bass tank will be on site, where experts will conduct live fishing seminars and demonstrations throughout the event.
The expo features an extensive schedule of seminars over both days, offering attendees the opportunity to learn from specialists in various fields. Topics will include proper trapping methods, land conservation, and outdoor content creation, with Q & A sessions allowing for direct engagement with the experts. Special guests participating in these seminars include Jay Maxwell from 46Ten Productions, Charlie Bedingfield of Feathered Tines Productions, and Tanner Edenfield from Have Bow, Will Travel.
For those seeking more hands-on activities, the expo will host a cornhole tournament, where teams will compete in this popular bean bag tossing game. Additionally, a turkey calling competition organized by Pistol Creek Outdoors will allow participants to showcase their skills.
The event also caters to novice hunters and outdoor enthusiasts, featuring an all-day hunter education course organized by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources on Saturday. This initiative aims to promote safety and responsibility among new hunters.
The South Georgia Spring Sportsman Expo will take place from noon to 7 p.m. on March 6 and from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on March 7, 2026. Admission is priced at $10, while children aged 12 and under can attend free of charge. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Participants interested in the turkey calling competition can register on site, whereas registration for the cornhole tournament and hunter education course is available online.
For further details, interested parties can visit the Georgia Outdoor News website or contact the organization at (800) 438-4663.
