Thanks to you, our exhibitors and attendees, the 2011 Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show soared above expectations by setting records for buyer attendance at 31,769 and media attendance at 2,074. With an overall attendance of 57,390, comprising buyers, exhibitors, media and guests, ranked the show as the third largest ever behind the 2008 and 2010 events. In this sluggish economy, the SHOT Show demonstrates the resilience of one of America’s oldest industries and the popularity of its products.
The SHOT Show is the largest event that the Sands Expo has ever hosted as evidenced by the crowds that filtered through the show floor each day and the food and beverages consumed by SHOT Show goers:
– 10,002 Hot Dogs consumed
– 5,506 Beers, in addition to 69 Kegs being sold
– 16,010 bottles of water
– 3,008 vitamin waters (The healthy crowd)
– 9,500 coffees
This afternoon, we are sending out via e-mail our post-show survey. Please take a few minutes and let us know how we did for 2011. Your feedback will help to shape plans for the 2012 SHOT Show January 17-20, 2012 at the Sands Expo. Thanks for your business and for your help in making the SHOT Show the best event ever.