Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Show March 13, 2010

Started in 1939 as the "Fisherman's Party," the first Milwaukee Sports Show was a two-day event held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the Eagle's Club Ballroom. After the Party ended, two Milwaukee Sentinel sports reporters and a local dog trainer named Orin Benson from Eagle, Wisconsin started planning for an even bigger event organized and owned by the newspaper.The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Show enjoys a strong tradition of outdoor sports exhibits, entertainment and activities going back to the very first show. Boating, Fishing, Hunting and Camping have always been highlights of the Sports Show. It has also seen numerous changes and additions throughout the years including popular interactive features like Rock Climbing, Kid's Activities and multiple Seminar Stages. The Journal Sentinel Sports Show is currently the largest Sports Show in the country, attracting over 150,000 attendees annually and nearly 500 exhibitors and features.