No Tactical Weapons Allowed At Harrisburg Sport Show

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Bass Pro still allowing free parking or did they stick to REED?

Bass Pro wasn't offering the bus this year.

The bus is leaving from the local mall.

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These are the companies that should be getting our business !!!



Cabela's Pulls Out As Prime Show Sponsor


Due to recent changes made by Reed Exhibitions regarding the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show, Cabelas will no longer sponsor this years event. After careful consideration regarding Cabelas business practices, and the feelings of our customers, Cabelas will, unfortunately, not have a presence at the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show.

www.cabelas.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Cabelas


Blaine Anthony, The Bear Whisperer
https://www.facebook.com/thebearwhis...ref=ts&fref=ts
http://www.thebearwhisperer.com/

Boondock Outdoors
https://www.facebook.com/BoondockOutdoors
http://www.boondock-outdoors.com/

Trop Gun Shop
https://www.facebook.com/TropGunShop
http://www.tropgun.com/

DuckWater Boats Dover Ohio
https://www.facebook.com/duckwaterboats.doverohio
http://www.duckwaterboats.com/

Lancaster Archery Supply
https://www.facebook.com/lancasterar...ref=ts&fref=ts
http://www.lancasterarchery.com/

Nature Blinds, LLC
https://www.facebook.com/natureblinds
http://natureblinds.com/

Whitetail Bosses
http://www.facebook.com/WhitetailBosses
http://whitetailbosses.com/

Domari Nolo Defense Consulting
https://www.facebook.com/DNDCI
http://domari-nolo.com/

Wired Outdoors
https://www.facebook.com/wiredoutdoors
http://www.wiredoutdoors.com/


Atlantic Tactical
https://www.facebook.com/AtlanticTac...ref=ts&fref=ts
http://www.AtlanticTactical.com


Direct Action Tactical Firearms
https://www.facebook.com/DirectActio...rearms?ref=ts& ...
http://www.directactiontactical.com/firearms/

Cutting Edge Bullets
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cutti...s/294091397814
http://site.cuttingedgebullets.com/

Dead Ringer
https://www.facebook.com/deadringerhunting
http://deadringerhunting.com/


Kinsey Outdoors
http://www.kinseysoutdoors.com/
http://www.facebook.com/kinseysoutdoors


My Northeast Outdoors
www.mynortheastoutdoors.com
http://mynortheastoutdoors.com/our-s...-restrictions/

HookHunt
www.hookhunt.com
https://www.facebook.com/HookHuntApp

2millionbullets.org

http://www.twomillionbullets.org/





Celeberties pulling out so far:



Dr James C Kroll Facebook link: ( must have Fb account to view)
http://www.facebook.com/pages/-Dr-Deer/191023040919720

Statement from James Kroll (Dr Deer)

Dr Kroll is calling for a Boycott on the Harrisburg Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show. They have asked many of my friends that own gun shops and sporting shops to not display firearms or signs of gun manufactures that "They" feel are not appropriate.




Ralph & Vicki Cianciarulo

Ralph & Vicki Cianciarulo - Archer's Choice Media


We are proud to make this statement in unity with Fred & Michele Eichler, Fulldraw Outfitters, Predator Nation TV and Easton Bowhunting TV.

Due to the recent changes in policies made by Reed Exhibition we will not be attending the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show unless they reverse their decision.

As strong supporters of our 2nd amendment rights we are all united in this decision. We were all looking forward to attending again this year to see our friends & fellow sportsmen and women and regret this unfortunate situation.

God Bless America and our constitutional rights,
Ralph & Vicki Cianciarulo





http://www.archerschoicemedia.com
www.facebook.com/ralphandvicki
info@archerschoicemedia.com



Lee & Tiffany Lakosky


Hey everyone, sitting in Detroit right now waiting to fly back home to Iowa! In response to the situation with the Eastern Sports and Outdoor show, we just heard of their decision to ban "black guns" from their show while at SHOT this past week in Las Vegas. Of course, like most of you, Tiffany and I are strong supporters of the NRA and our 2nd amendment and are very disappointed with their decision. Last night an e-mail was sent to us with a statement from the NSSF and quite frankly, we were surprised by their stance. But, to give them the benefit of the doubt, we have not yet had time to dig into this and hear all the facts. Therefore, we don't want to throw out a "knee jerk" statement before we do. Having said that, neither Tiffany or I can think of any excuse to give an inch to the people who are attempting to take away our rights. So, "officially" we will make a statement in the next couple of days but I can assure you right now, we WILL make the right decision.
God Bless
Lee and Tiffany

http://www.facebook.com%2Fpages%2FTh...iffany-Lakosky



Fred & Michele Eichler

Fulldraw Outfitters

Predator Nation TV

Easton Bowhunting TV



Hunter Specialties


Hunters Safety Systems Statement:

"It has always been the mission of Hunter Safety System to keep our hunting community safe in the field. We define our community as our friends, family and partners that uphold the ideas of what our forefathers gave us in the Bill of Rights. And today we stand with our community.

With the recent announcement by Reed Exhibition to ban certain firearms and magazines, we cannot support the Eastern Sports Show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania unless they reverse their decision. We are strong supporters our our rights and especially our second amendment rights.

"We regret that we will not have the opportunity to talk to attendees and promote in-field safety, but hopefully our voice will be spread by the company in which we stand."



Revolution Hunting statement:

"Revolution Hunting will be boycotting the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show in support of our fellow countrymen's 2nd amendment rights"



Outdoor Edge Knives Statement:

The Eastern Sports and Outdoors Show in Harrisburg, PA (Feb. 2-10) announced a ban on the display and sale of assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines. Outdoor Edge and Love of the Hunt TV have decided to pull out and boycott the show as have other celebrities including Lee and Tiffany Lakowsky, Fred Eichler and major retailers like Cabela’s. If you were planning to go to this show we suggest you don’t. If you agree or disagree with our decision please reply. Also spread the word on your personal page to boycott the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show.



Clymer's Ultra Desert Rifles, LLC will not be participating in the Eastern Sport Show, in response to our concerns over the proposed Ban on Modern Sporting Rifles by Reed Exhibitions.
NRA Statement in Response to Reed Exhibitions' Decision to Ban Modern Sporting Rifles from Show





Things are moving fast and it tough keeping up ahnd catching all the announcements by vendors and celebs – this is a updated list of exhibitors pulling out. My guess is there are more we don’t know about as of yet.


Updated list of people pulling out of ESOS:

2 Million Bullets
Alaska’s Ravencroft Lodge
Arrowhead Outdoors
Athens Archery
Atlantic Tactical
Blaine Anthony, The Bear Whisperer
Bob Mercier
Boondock Outdoors
Cabela’s
CanCooker
Cross Canyon Arms
Cutting Edge Bullets
Dead Ringer
Direct Action Tactical Firearms
Domari Nolo Defense Consulting
Dominator 365
Droptine Outfitters
DuckWater Boats
Firearms Industry Consulting Group
Fred Eichler – Fulldraw Outfitters
Full Circle Outdoors
HookHunt
Hunters and Guides Connection
Hunters Safety Systems
Kinsey’s Outdoors
Keystone Country Store
Lancaster Archery Supply
Major League Bowhunter
Midwest Whitetail Adventures
Mountain Dog Chews
Nature Blinds, LLC
Northern Hideaway Outfitters
Northern Outdoor Lodge
Open Season TV
Trop Gun Shop
Ralph & Vicki Cianciarulo – Archers Choice
Stokerized Stabilizers
The Warmbag
Michael Waddel
Revolution hunting
Love of the Hunt TV
Whitetail Bosses
Wired Outdoors
Woodcock Limited of Pennsylvania
Wyvern Creations
X- Stand Treestands
Zook Cabins

Rougeaux's Taxidermy


Do to the decision made by the Eastern Sport & Outdoor show to put a ban on certain guns and accessories I will not be competing in the taxidermy contest at the show. Many vendors and celebrities have already done the same. I suggest you go to their Facebook page and voice your opinion. It's time for everyone to stand united and tell them you either support the 2nd Amendment or you don't.

Sorry for the repeat posts – trying to capure all the updates.

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Updated Celeb contact list as i have it now. Again - sorry for the long repeat posts. but really the only way to keep up with it all ... and i appear to be failing -

Thanks for everyone else posting so I can update.


***** Lee and Tiff appear to be going out. Still up in the air, but the language in their updated statement sort of leans that way.




Celebrities scheduled to attend the show and or the company info contact information.

Please provide other contact information or update when a celeb drops out of the show.


Let they know where you stand - be polite but direct!






Ralph & Vicki Cianciarulo

Ralph & Vicki Cianciarulo - Archer's Choice Media


We are proud to make this statement in unity with Fred & Michele Eichler, Fulldraw Outfitters, Predator Nation TV and Easton Bowhunting TV.

Due to the recent changes in policies made by Reed Exhibition we will not be attending the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show unless they reverse their decision.

As strong supporters of our 2nd amendment rights we are all united in this decision. We were all looking forward to attending again this year to see our friends & fellow sportsmen and women and regret this unfortunate situation.

God Bless America and our constitutional rights,
Ralph & Vicki Cianciarulo





http://www.archerschoicemedia.com
www.facebook.com/ralphandvicki
info@archerschoicemedia.com



Lee & Tiffany Lakosky


Hey everyone, sitting in Detroit right now waiting to fly back home to Iowa! In response to the situation with the Eastern Sports and Outdoor show, we just heard of their decision to ban "black guns" from their show while at SHOT this past week in Las Vegas. Of course, like most of you, Tiffany and I are strong supporters of the NRA and our 2nd amendment and are very disappointed with their decision. Last night an e-mail was sent to us with a statement from the NSSF and quite frankly, we were surprised by their stance. But, to give them the benefit of the doubt, we have not yet had time to dig into this and hear all the facts. Therefore, we don't want to throw out a "knee jerk" statement before we do. Having said that, neither Tiffany or I can think of any excuse to give an inch to the people who are attempting to take away our rights. So, "officially" we will make a statement in the next couple of days but I can assure you right now, we WILL make the right decision.
God Bless
Lee and Tiffany

Update 1-20-13

The Crush with Lee & Tiffany Hi everyone, we will be releasing an official statement either tonight or first thing in the morning after we have made the necessary contacts to inform them of our decision. Thank you all so very much for your thoughts and opinions. We value them more than you know.


http://www.facebook.com%2Fpages%2FTh...iffany-Lakosky


Jim & Eva Shockey


http://www.jimshockey.com/feedback
www.facebook.com/evashockeyfanpage
https://twitter.com/JimShockey_
https://twitter.com/EvaShockey


Stan Potts

info@WhitetailSLAM.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Stan-P...b/338129028622


Fred Eichler

We are proud to make this statement in unity with Ralph and Vicki Cianciarullo, Archers Choice and the Choice

Due to the recent changes in policies made by Reed Exhibition we will not be attending the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show unless they reverse their decision.

As strong supporters of our 2nd Amendment rights we are all united in this decision. We were all looking forward to attending again this year to see our friends and fellow sportsmen and women and regret this unfortunate situation.

Sincerely, Fred and Michele Eichler, Fulldraw Outfitters, Predator Nation TV and Easton Bowhunting TV. God save America and our constitutional rights.


fulldrawoutfitters@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/fredeichlerpage


Barry & Gene Wensel

barrywensel@hotmail.com


Larry Weishuhn

larryweishuhn@yahoo.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Larry-...34341796645759


Matt Morett
http://www.facebook.com/matt.morrett.5?ref=ts&fref=ts
https://twitter.com/MattMorrett



Chris Brackett

http://www.fearnoevil.com/#
www.facebook.com/chris.brackett.796


Scott & Angie Denny

info@huntingwyoming.com


Sean Mann

sean@seanmann.com



Alan Probst

http://www.alanprobst.com/contact_us.html



Bob J. Mercier

"I (Bob J. Mercier) have withdrawn from the ESOS show, because I side with the American people who have the constitutional right to bear arms, and to protect our freedom.

For the record, I was wrongfully accused of backing the ESOS when a supporter of the boycott, asked me if I was intending on showing up, in light of REED EXHIBITIONS statement banning certain guns and accessories, and with the fact that vendors that uphold our constitution were backing out. At the time, I had not heard anything about the show making any statement of any sort, and I inadvertently answered the email, with “who are you, and why are you asking me to boycott this show that I am a speaker at”. I should not have answered the email at that point. It was my mistake, and now I am being slammed on facebook for saying I would still be going. I did not have all the facts, and now I do. I have read everything that REEDS EXHIBITIONS has posted publically on this subject, and I strongly disapprove of their decision. I am a law abiding gun owner, and I will fight for my right to own guns as a legal law abiding citizen, until the day I die.

It took me a few days to see what the boycott was based on, and now I see it clearly. I have read the statement and I see it as an infringement on my right and your right to bear arms, and to sell legal firearms and accessories at a sports show.
I am not happy that I have been receiving hate mail for not taking a stand, or for not wanting to get involved, so I shut off my facebook page to prevent unwanted vulgar comments from being posted. I am a nice guy, and I deserve to be treated with respect just as you do.

By boycotting the ESOS for its stand against gun owners, and the rights of law abiding American citizens, selling guns at this show and other shows, I am standing up for my freedom, and the freedom of all Americans, who will stand up against actions such as this.

I regretfully need to apologize to the customers who were looking forward to meeting me at the Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show in 2013. I feel like I am letting them down. Due to the circumstances we are dealing with, I hope you understand why I am not going to be there.

I hope some good will come of this effort us vendors and EXPERT GUESTS are making. It was not fair for REEDS EXHIBITIONS to make changes to the overall event, without giving us vendors and speakers a choice to withdraw with no money owed, ahead of time. I have done what is right for me, by backing out today. Like it or not!


Respectfully,
Bob J. Mercier – Owner of MINDFUL OF NATURE LLC

Inventor of the DOMINANCE IS EVERYTHING Deer Hunting System
www.dominanceiseverything.com"


bob@dominanceiseverything.com, michele@dominanceiseverything.com, admin@dominanceiseverything.com


Abner Druckenmiller


www.facebook.com/abner.druckenmiller
(FoxPro sales@gofoxpro.com )


Major League Bowhunter

Due to the recent changes in policies made by the "Reed Exhibition Center" in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania "Major League Bowhunter" has withdrawn from the Eastern Outdoor Show. We know there will be some disappointed people who were planning on attending the show to come by & see us but we trust that you will respect and understand our decision and make plans to come see us somewhere in the future! Thanks to all of you that have shown such amazing support for our decision!

http://www.majorleaguebowhunter.com/...ontact/contact

www.facebook.com/majorleaguebowhunterTV


Jason Michael

www.facebook.com/jason.michael.104





Jimmy Wren

No Information found




Trent Cole Philadelphia Eagles
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Trent-...ref=ts&fref=ts



Chuck Adams

No Information found


Randy Anderson & Wooly Kowerchuk

http://www.callingcoyotes.com/index....&id=1&Itemid=9

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Randy-...146227?ref=sgm


Brad Farris

No Information Found


Jimmy Primos

(601) 879-9323 (Primos Hunting)

www.facebook.com/public/Jimmy-Primos




Fishing Experts


Mark Menendez

info@markmenendez.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mark-M...z/125601017892

BassMaster bassmaster@emailcustomerservice.com



Tommy Skarlis

www.facebook.com/tommy.skarlis


Blaine Mengel, Jr.

fishtheriver@enter.net
http://www.facebook.com/people/Blain...00002017453873


John Hansen III

http://www.hansenfishing.com/contactus.htm

http://www.facebook.com/HansenFishing



Frank Angelo

f.angelo22@yahoo.com



Darrel Gesford

No Information found



Dusty Wissmath

www.facebook.com/dusty.wissmath



Rod Bates

koinoniagdesvc@aol.com




Take the time to contact them as you can. We are strong in numbers.

[Parkeroutdoors]

Reed exhibitions is a UK based operation, they could care less about or constitutional rights whatsoever, the want to come in and make no waves and take our money overseas. I am glad to hear Bass Pro has backed out, there goes the 3d targets for the indoor shoots, what are you going to do know Reed?

[ShooterInPA1]

By the time all is said and done, croquet may be the only outdoor sport attending!

[Vipertrucker]

Reed exhibitions is a UK based operation, they could care less about or constitutional rights whatsoever, the want to come in and make no waves and take our money overseas. I am glad to hear Bass Pro has backed out, there goes the 3d targets for the indoor shoots, what are you going to do know Reed?

I suggest we all go to the retail locations of the vendors who withdrew from the Sports Show on February 2nd and spend our money there! They are the supporters of the 2nd Amendment, and we should show them our support of their constitutional stand on defensive weapons and modern sporting rifles!!

[PennsyPlinker]

Maybe a bunch of us should go down to the parking lot the day of the show to see how empty it is. I try not to be a vindictive person, but as far as I am concerned, those British pansies running the show should just go back to England where it is a gun free paradise and no one ever gets killed no matter what.

[Lee-online]

Maybe a bunch of us should go down to the parking lot the day of the show to see how empty it is. I try not to be a vindictive person, but as far as I am concerned, those British pansies running the show should just go back to England where it is a gun free paradise and no one ever gets killed no matter what.

Maybe they can invite piers morgan as a guest speaker and use dick sporting goods as their main sponsor.

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Statement by Lee Lakosky

Lee and Tiffany Lakosky of The Crush TV show, made the tough decision to step out from the show’s lineup as well. Lakosky also talked with Deer and Deer Hunting today:

“This was a hard decision, not because of the show and what they did, but that we won’t have the opportunity to talk and shake hands with the fans that will be at the show. But, we can’t support a show that doesn’t completely support the Second Amendment.”

Lee and Tiffany were at the SHOT Show in Las Vegas when they heard the news of the press release, but because of obvious time restrictions, weren’t able to act immediately. “Right away when we heard, we figured we’d pull out of the show, but wanted to make sure we knew all the facts first. As soon as we learned what was happening, we made the choice not to go.”

Lakosky also commented on the press release from the National Shooting Sports Foundation:

“I don’t know why the NSSF would promote this ban just to please one vendor out of twelve hundred,” he said. “Anyone who believes this isn’t a big deal is wrong. It is a big deal because this is where it starts. There’s a reason for the Second Amendment and we all need to band together and stand behind it. ”

http://www.deeranddeerhunting.com/ar...arrisburg-show

[Lee-online]

Show this company some love, they de facto support reed.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/wwwwhi...123?ref=stream

In response to the recent turmoil surrounding the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show I have a few thoughts.

Reed Exhibitors has chosen to ban certain weapons and accessories from the E.S.O.S. this year due to recent events. This is clearly an infringement on our Second Amendment rights. I’m not sure why a British company would think that Americans would support this kind of decision any more now then in the 1700s. It didn’t work out well for them last time, and judging by the backlash and major exhibitors pulling out, Americans haven’t changed all that much in the last two hundred years. I would love to boycott this show, and recommend that every other American due the same, but I see a problem.

Many, if not most, of the exhibitors at this show are small American companies. Companies that rely on revenue generated at a consumer show this size to make their year. These are companies that not only employ Americans directly, but also employ Americans in all kinds of other fields. Machine shops make the parts for the products we buy at this show; printers, trucking companies, and advertising agencies could all feel the repercussions if these companies don’t survive. If these companies don’t grow they won’t need new construction, or accountants. The lawyers will get some bankruptcy work, but all the new document work dries up. Boycotting the show would affect Americans from all walks of life. We will do more to hurt America if we boycott than to help.
I see that many of our television celebrities have already pulled out of the show in support of the Second Amendment, but won’t that hurt many of their sponsors? And I respect the positions of the superstores that have pulled out, but by boycotting the show I expect that their catalogs will be thinner next year. Most of my favorite hunting products are made by small American businesses; I like having those choices, and I try to support those companies.

I think Reed Exhibitors has put us in an uncomfortable situation, but boycotting the E.S.O.S. this year isn’t the answer. I suggest we should all attend, and show our support for the Second Amendment by exercising our First Amendment. Let Reed Exhibitors know how disgusted you are. Tell them we won’t stand for this, and we won’t ever do business with them again. Give these retailers a year to find another way to make their money, rather pulling the rug out from under them after they already invested in retail space at this show.

If you agree, please repost this. We only have two weeks.