The festivity will again be held in conjunction with the state's public drawings for duck blinds along Kentucky Lake wildlife management areas, which means a guaranteed crowd!

For the last nine years the event has averaged drawing 4,000-plus waterfowlers each day to the festival searching for everything from new duck and goose calls to the latest in camouflage clothing, retrievers, taxidermists, boats, motors, outfitters, new trucks, four-wheelers, decoys, and more.

"Waterfowlers can find some real deals at the event where most exhibitors offer discounted merchandise and closeouts on everything from videos to clothing," said Steve McCadams, festival spokesman. "We invite outdoorsmen from all across the area to attend."

"This is a great place to talk one-on-one with veteran call makers and pick up tips while you search for that new duck or goose call. And, sharing ideas with fellow waterfowlers while scouting new products sets the mood for upcoming seasons," continued McCadams, nationally known outdoor writer and professional waterfowl guide.

The Kentucky Lake Open Duck and Goose Calling Contests will also be held beneath the shade of big oaks as the waterfowl atmosphere takes over. Contests will be held for youth too! Three-Time World Champion Duck Caller Mike McLemore will emcee the contests.

It's a unique event for exhibitors to display their goods and services in front of their specific market at a very low cost. Our booth space price is very reasonable! Only $100 for uncovered spaces and $125 for covered.

This is a selling show. Many exhibitors have been with us since the start and feel their booth has generated great exposure, not to mention follow-up sales from the Festival visitors.

ALL proceeds benefit the ducks and geese as the entire event is run by volunteers donating their time and efforts.

Admission and parking is FREE. The festival hours will be from 7 AM until 3 PM. Exhibitors may set up on Friday afternoon between 2-7 PM.

For additional information email stevemc@charter.net. Or, you may call 731-642-0360.