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Vegreville Wildlife Federation Gun and Accessory Show
Vegreville Wildlife Federation Gun and Accessory Show
Rosanne Fortier - News Correspondent
This popular event was a one-stop venue for outdoor enthusiasts at Vegreville Social Centre on February 22 and 23.
Around 910 attendees could purchase and browse through rifles, ammunition, war collectibles, hunting, camping gear, firearms, gun parts and accessories, knives, food, clothing, jewelry, ornaments, and more.
This show was also meant to share people’s love for hunting, camping, and fishing with like-minded folks.
Steven Ryder, Co-coordinated it with his wife Teresa Ryder. “VWF has been doing this show for 22 years to get outdoor enthusiasts around the area to have a place to buy items for their interests,” Ryder mentioned.
President of VWF Jamie Lowes said they are hosting this show to create something new for the community and town.
Sergeant for Fish and Wildlife Mike Hewitt had a booth to give out information and swag from Report A Poacher, Sheriffs Recruiting, as well as, for prevention of transfer of aquatic invasive species which can spread through water-based recreation such as fishing when they cling to the boat or boating gear. Clean, drain, and dry is the main focus so when people are boating in certain water bodies, they are not transferring invasive species to other water bodies. Aquatic invasive species can kill fish habitat.
At another table, Alberta Chief Firearms provided information on the safety storage, transportation, and display of firearms. They also gave out license regulations for anyone who buys and sells firearms.
