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John Frank Receives 2009 Mossy Oak Passion Award

John Stabley — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:01:13 +0000

John Frank was awarded the Mossy Oak Passion Award at the Drury Outdoors annual production meeting in St. Louis, Missouri on September 18 and 19.

Each year, Drury TV Producers from all over the country gather for meetings and an annual awards banquet. Last year, Mossy Oak was honored to participate in the banquet and present the Mossy Oak Passion Award to Steve “Coon Dog” Coon. Continuing the tradition this year, Mossy Oak recognized John Frank.

“The Passion Award is given to an individual that exhibits passion for the outdoors, who always works to their fullest capacity and with great excitement, and strives unselfishly to be the best at what they do,” said Ben Maki, Vice President of Marketing for Mossy Oak. “It’s not about taking trophy animals and having a successful hunt every time they step in the field or get behind the camera. It’s about passion for the outdoors, respect for Mother Nature and unwavering energy in everything they do.”

Pictured from left to right: Terry Drury (Drury Outdoors), Dustin “Shed” Whitacre (Mossy Oak), John Frank (Award recipient), Ben Maki (Mossy Oak), Mark Drury (Drury Outdoors), and Adam Frank, (John’s brother)

Frank is from Richland, Iowa where he owns his own flooring company. He has two children. Frank’s hobbies include photography, videography and Harley Davidsons. He enjoys hunting caribou, turkey and whitetail.

According to Frank, “Hunting with my grandfather from age 12 provided the beginning of my hunting interests. My love for the sport has branched from well-trained hunting dogs flushing ringnecks to the gobble of a mature tom on a cool spring morning. In the last decade, my hunting sights have evolved further to include the elusive P&Y class whitetail deer. Photographing buck in velvet combined with shed antler hunting helps me to pattern mature bucks. In the future, I’d like to harvest an elk with a bow.

“Recently, my son started hunting and I love to film him learning to hunt and discovering all the outdoors has to offer,” he added.

For more information on Drury Outdoors, visit www.druryoutdoors.com.

Haas Outdoors Inc. is headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions, Nativ Nurseries and Mossy Oak Properties.

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IT’S NOT A PASSION. IT’S AN OBSESSION

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Dustin Whitacre
Assistant Brand Manager
662-494-8859 x280
dwhitacre@mossyoak.com

Drury Brothers 20th Year Platinum Edition!!

John Stabley — Thu, 14 May 2009 18:11:34 +0000

DRURY MARKETING, INC. and MARK & TERRY DRURY
present a
DRURY OUTDOORS production.

What began with a dream 20 years ago has
revolutionized the world of outdoor production and
forever changed the way America hunts whitetails.

Drury Outdoors is proud to present Whitetail Madness 12,
100% Wild Fair-Chase Vol. 9, and Dream Season 12
Each DVD over 2 1/2 hours.

Drury Brothers Release New DVD Series Today

John Stabley — Tue, 12 May 2009 16:17:11 +0000

For 20 years, Mark and Terry Drury have been flagship innovators in the world of outdoor TV production, and the May 12th release of Whitetail Madness®12, Dream Season®12 and Volume 9 of the 100% Wild Fair Chase® series, will serve as the ultimate celebration of the ground-breaking style and deer hunting tactics that have kept Drury Outdoors on top for two decades. All together, it’s over 7 ½-hours of giant whitetail kills and encounters, with more inches of antler and more reasons to watch than ever before.

Whitetail Madness®12 catalogs a year of big-buck fanaticism from shed hunting in March to the blowing snow of the late muzzleloader season. Of the 18 kills by bow, gun and muzzleloader, 7 score over an astounding 160″. Dream Season®12 continues Team Drury’s redefinition of the American dream – sharing the hunt with family. Bonds are reinforced and plenty of huge bucks hit the turf in this year’s edition. Here’s Your Sign, Volume 9 in the 100% Wild Fair Chase® series is a how-to on closing the deal using deer sign full of heart-thumping big-deer waylays.

“Twenty years ago, Terry and I set out to capture the heart and soul of our sport in a way that’s never been done. It started with a motto â€˜Our Videos Are Different,’ and we’ve remained dedicated to on-screen innovation ever since. How can we make this more relevant to our audience? What do American deer hunters want to see? We’re positive our Platinum Anniversary whitetail titles are more than they could’ve asked for,” said Mark Drury.

The three new 20th Year Platinum Edition DVDs hit shelves everywhere May 12th to commemorate Drury Outdoors’ platinum anniversary. If you’re a deer hunter, you’ll agree it was worth the two decades’ wait.

Contact:
Matthew W. Drury
(636) 447-3612
mattdrury@druryoutdoors.com

NIKON PRESENTS 2nd ANNUAL MONARCH AWARD TO DRURY OUTDOORS FOR EXCELLENCE IN TV PRODUCTION

John Stabley — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 22:58:52 +0000

Nikon presented the 2008 Monarch Award to Drury Outdoors during the 2009 ATA Show in Indianapolis. Each year, Nikon recognizes a television partner for excellence in TV production as well as the best job of promoting the brand through their show, print ads, and creative promotions. The Drurys received the prestigious Monarch Award along with $5,000 cash and a 50-inch flat screen television.

“It is an absolute honor to win the Nikon Monarch Award. Nikon has the best pro-staff in the industry and to now be mentioned in the same category with the previous years winner, Ralph and Vicki Cianciarulo, it is an extreme pleasure,” said Mark and Terry Drury. “To come away with the Monarch Award, we are extremely proud of our production staff; they truly put in a team effort to win this award.”

The Drurys love for the sport of hunting lead to the development of Drury Outdoors in 1989. Their belief in the ethics of hunting and high regard for safety in the woods is a key factor in their 100% Wild 100% Fairchase Series. The success of Drury Outdoors is the gratification they get by capturing their love for the sport on videotape and the pride they take in the quality of their products.

To learn more about Drury Outdoors go to www.DruryOutdoors.com.

Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon 35mm cameras, digital cameras, speedlights and accessories, Nikkor lenses and electronic imaging products.

For more information about the full line of Riflescopes, Laser Rangefinders, Binoculars and Spotting Scopes, contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064. 1-800-645-6687. www.nikonhunting.com

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Cabela’s Brings Big-Name Hunting Personalities to 2009 Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show

John Stabley — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:51:42 +0000

Harrisburg, PA – Cabela’s, the largest mail-order, retail and internet outdoor outfitter in the world and “Official Retailer” of the 2009 Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show presented by Chevrolet (February 7-15), will have an increased impact on this, the 54th edition of the show.

Along with bringing in a wide selection of products; gear, clothing, food items, and more, many with special “show pricing,” Cabela’s is bringing in an impressive “all-star” team of well-known and popular outdoor personalities.

Chuck Adams, a Bowhunting Legend, will be at the Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show on February 10, 11 and 12 in the Cabela’s Booth.

With 5 world records and 122 animals listed in Pope and Young, there is no bigger name in the world of bowhunting than Chuck Adams. He’s the world’s best known and most widely published bowhunter, with 4,550 magazine articles and 10 full-length books to his credit. He has received the Bowhunting World Reader’s Choice Award for 10 consecutive years as its most popular writer. He appears 25-30 times each year on ESPN, WGN, and TNN television networks and stars on ESPN’s “Whitetail Country” and “Advantage Adventures” shows. At age 53, he is the youngest person ever inducted into Safari International’s Bowhunting Hall Of Honor and The National Bowhunters Hall Of Fame.

Larry Weishuhn, co-host of the popular television program, Thompson/Center’s “Game Trails” will conduct deer-hunting seminars on February 7 through the 9, and also be at the Cabela’s booth.

Known in hunting circles as “Mr. Whitetail,” Weishuhn is a highly experienced professional wildlife biologist. Weishuhn helped develop many of the quality deer and habitat management techniques used today throughout North America.

An award winning and internationally acclaimed writer, Weishuhn has produces well over 2,500 feature articles. He owns his own TV shows and presently serves as a co-host of T/C’s Game Trails and T/C’s Pro Hunter Journal, North American Hunter, Whitetail Revolution and is the host of the extremely popular Winchester’s World of Whitetail with Larry Weishuhn, which appears on Versus.

Gregg Day and Rick Malik, two members of the Drury Outdoors Team will sign autographs in the Cabela’s Booth and participate in a Whitetail Panel Discussion on February 14 & 15.

Also appearing in the Cabela’s booth are goose hunters Sean Mann, Keith McGowan, Scott Christopher & Josh Neuwiller. They will also conduct daily “Goose Hunting & Calling with Sean Mann Outdoors & Cabela’s” Seminars in the Main Seminar Room.

Discounted tickets for the 2009 Eastern Sports & Outdoors Show are still available at the Cabela’s locations in Hamburg, PA, Wheeling, WVA and East Hartford, CT.

The Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show is the largest consumer event of its kind in North America. Attracting outdoor sports enthusiasts from Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey, New York and Washington DC to view hunting and fishing products, plan outdoor sport and camping vacations, shop for fishing boats, RVs, SUVs, motorcycles and ATVs, and participate in a wide range of sport-related contests and family entertainment offerings.

For more Show information visit www.easternsportshow.com .

Reed Exhibitions is the world’s leading events organizer. In 2007 Reed brought together over six million industry professionals from around the world generating billions of dollars in business. Today Reed events are held in 38 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, and organized by 39 fully staffed offices.

Reed organizes a wide range of events, including exhibitions, conferences, congresses and meetings. Its portfolio of over 500 events serves 47 industry sectors, including: Aerospace & aviation, automobiles, building & construction, electronics, energy, engineering, entertainment, environment, food & hospitality, gifts, healthcare, IT, jewellery, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, property, manufacturing, medical education, packaging & converting, printing & visual communication, security, sports & recreation, travel.

Working closely with professional bodies, trade associations and government departments Reed ensures that each and every event is targeted and relevant to industry needs. As a result, many Reed events are market leaders in their field.

Reed Exhibitions is part of Reed Elsevier Group plc, an FTSE-100 company and world-leading publisher and information provider. In 2006, Reed Elsevier made adjusted profit before taxation of £1,052 million on turnover of £5,398 million.

Media Contact:
Debra Tressler
(717) 834-6267
dtressler@conceptoneinc.com

2009 Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show will Feature More Seminars, Outfitters, New Products and Manufacturer Demonstrations

John Stabley — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:36:03 +0000

HARRISBURG, PA – The Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show®, presented by Chevrolet, the largest consumer event of its kind in North America, will be bigger and better when it comes to the State Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg February 7-15, 2009.

“This year we are really pumping up the seminar schedule and factory reps. We have some of the biggest names in hunting and fishing giving seminars and a solid lineup of family entertainment. And, of course the most outfitters from around the world than any other show in the world,” says Chris O’Hara, Manager, Strategic Accounts Eastern Sports & Outdoors Show.

The Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show attracts outdoor sports enthusiasts from across the country to view the newest and best hunting and fishing products, plan and book hunts, shop for boats, SUVs, motorcycles, ATVs and RVs, and enjoy a wide range of contests and family entertainment.

Discount tickets and FREE parking and shuttle services to the Show and back will be available at Bass Pro Shops in Harrisburg.

This year’s Show includes more than 1,000 hunting- and fishing-related vendors including: nearly 200 hunting-related vendors; more than 30 archery-specific vendors; 40 outdoor-apparel vendors; more than 30 fishing-specific vendors; 23 different game-call vendors and over 500 outfitters from around the world.

Thompson/Center Arms, one of the world’s most respected designers, manufacturers and marketers of premium hunting firearms, is bringing many of their newest products and factory representatives to the Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show. Thompson/Center Arms, a Smith and Wesson Company, is widely recognized by hunters as a manufacturer and distributor of innovative firearms that meet the highest precision, performance, craftsmanship, and reliability standards.

Hunting Seminar Speakers

Michael Waddell, one of the biggest names in deer hunting, will present hunting seminars on February 13-15. Waddell’s popularity in the hunting world has soared since becoming the entertaining host of the Outdoor Channel shows “Realtree Road Trips” and “Gander Mountain We Live Outdoors.”

Lee and Tiffany Lakosky, stars of Getting’ Close–one of the highest-rated shows in outdoor television–will be part of a Whitetail Deer Hunting Panel on February 7, 9, 11, 13, and 14. The Lakoskys will be appearing in the Whitetail Freaks booth in the Wild West Hall.

Larry Weishuhn, one of most recognized hunter/outdoor personalities in America, will present “Deer hunting and Deer Management” seminars on February 7 through the 9th. Known in hunting circles as “Mr. Whitetail,” Weishuhn is a highly experienced professional wildlife biologist. Weishuhn helped develop many of the quality deer and habitat management techniques used today throughout North America.

Gregg Ritz, world renowned for his technical muzzleloading expertise and success in managing land for big bucks, hunting pressured whitetails and scouting techniques, will share his knowledge on February 13-15 during a Whitetail Deer Panel. He will also be signing autographs in the Whitetail Freaks Booth Located in the West Hall.

Hunter’s Specialties, one the world’s largest manufacturers of hunting accessories with over 900 products, is sending five members of its pro staff to present seminars: Matt Morrett (deer & turkey) on Feb. 7-15; Allen Morris (predators hunting) on Feb. 13-15; Alex Rutledge (deer) on Feb. 7-9; Eddie Salter (deer) Feb. 10-12; and Rick White (deer) on Feb. 13-15.

Chuck Adams, a bowhunting legend, will appear on February 10, 11 and 12. With 5 world records and 122 animals listed in Pope and Young, there is no bigger name in the world of bowhunting.

The Benoits, the first family of deer tracking and hunting, will share their secrets of success with attendees during daily seminars.

Sean Mann, Keith McGowan, Scott Christopher & Josh Neuwiller–“Goose Hunting & Calling with Sean Mann Outdoors & Cabella’s” Daily Seminars.

Randy Anderson–“Predator Hunting” February 7 & 8.

Gregg Day and Rick Malik, two members of the Drury Outdoors Team will appear on February 14 & 15. They will sign autographs in the Cabela’s Booth and participate in a Whitetail Deer Hunting Panel discussion.

Bob Hart, an expert custom gun maker and champion long-range shooter, will conduct a daily seminar each day of the show—alternating between “How to Become a More Proficient Shooter” and “Preparing for Your Western Hunt.”

Fishing Seminar Speakers

George and Mike Acord, co-owners of SFTackle.com and Susquehanna Fishing Tackle and SFT Guide Service, are both are accomplished tournament fishermen. George is a two-time BASS Master Classic Qualifier and Mike was the 2007 winner of the Capital Clash Co-Angler, Potomac River. Mike will present a seminar on “River Smallmouth Techniques” on February 7, 9 11, 13 and 15 and George will present his seminar on “Bass Fishing Techniques Guide Service” on February 8, 10, 12 and 14.

Woo Daves is one of the most successful and well-known personalities with 40 top-10 finishes on the BassMaster tournament trail. He is a 17-time BassMaster Classic Qualifier, the 2000 BassMaster Classic Champion and a member of the Nitro, Motorguide, Stren Line, and Flowmaster fishing teams. Daves will talk bass fishing at Bass Pro Shops Hawg Tank in the Fishing and Boating Hall on February 7 & 8.

Brian Snowden is a professional fishing guide and an up-and-coming star in the tournament-fishing world. He is a four-time BassMaster Classic Qualifier, runner-up in the 2007 BassMaster America, runner-up in the 2008 Elite Sunshine Showdown and two-time Elite 50 qualifier. Snowden also has a degree in Fisheries Management from Southwest Missouri State University. Snowden will share his secrets of bass fishing at the Bass Pro Shops Hawg Tank in the Fishing and Boating Hall on February 7 & 8.

Aaron Martin is quickly becoming a fixture in the bass fishing universe. As host of the “Bass Edge” television show, he reaches millions of viewers. He is also a co-host on “The Edge,” the #1 bass fishing podcast on iTunes, and is a frequent contributor to www.bassedge.com and the “Inside Edge” monthly e-newsletter. Martin will present “Finesse Fishing” and “Bass Fishing Seasonal Patterns” seminars on Feb 12-14 at the Bass Pro Shops Hawg Tank.

Mark Menendez has spent the past 17 years earning the reputation of a warrior on tour. His career earnings of more than $600,000 along with success in individual tournaments and season-long point standings are testament to his passion and skill for competition. Menendez will present “Cold Water Strategies Suspending Jerkbaits & Crankbaits” seminars Feb 7-9 at Bass Pro Shops Hawg Tank.

Rod Bates—“River Walleye Tactics” & “Bass Fishing Seasons and Patterns” February 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 & 14

Frank Angelo—Fly Fishing Demonstration—Daily

Dusty Wissmath—Fly Fishing Demonstration—Daily

Other Seminars

Albert Wutsch, Director of the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Academy of Culinary Arts, will again share his butchering skills during daily deer butchering sessions. Sessions will include: fabricating one side of a hanging carcass; breaking down carcasses into sub primal cuts; fabricating cuts into steaks, roasts, stir fry, butterfly and other cuts. Wutsch’s presentations were some of the most popular seminars at last year’s show.

Rick Fetrow, a professional butcher, will teach attendees how to make homemade sausage, bologna and jerky during twice-daily seminars.

Tim Flanigan will present a daily seminar on “Tips for Successful Outdoor Photography.” Flanigan has been shooting wildlife photos for the print media for more than thirty years with photo credits in numerous books, magazines, newspapers, greeting and post cards, calendars, travel brochures, phone books and advertisements. His photography can also be seen on the covers of the Pennsylvania Game News Magazine and their annual calendar.

Daily Attractions

Randy Oitker thrills and amazes crowds by shooting 5 arrows and hitting 5 individual targets at a distance of 41 feet with one shot. Oitker’s performs many of his favorite tricks lying on his back and holding his bow like a crossbow while using lifesavers as targets. Oitker is a two-time North American Bowhunters World Champion, three-time NABH Shooter Of The Year, and has won 17 national titles.

Lion Country Supply will teach you how to have a better relationship with your dog, both at home and in the field. From puppy hood through finished bird dog, Lion Country Supply will teach the basic skills and techniques to get the most out of your hunting experiences with your dog.

Bass Pro Shops Hawg Tank

Bass Pro Shops Hawg Tank, sponsored by Bass Pro Shops is 53-feet long and holds 6000 plus gallons of water and an array of hungry large-mouth bass. Come and watch as local and national fishing experts demonstrate the latest in fishing tackle as well as the most popular and effective ways to land the big ones. Seminars will be conducted several times daily.

Special Attractions

Ward Burton an all-time great NASCAR driver and “Full Throttle” conservationist is coming on February 10 & 11. Ward Burton made the NASCAR Cup series in 1994, and today is considered one of the all-time best in NASCAR, with five Nextel Cup racing wins under his belt, including the coveted 2002 44th Daytona 500 Champion title. But, it may be his work as a conservationist that many see as his greatest and most-lasting achievement. Burton and his foundation, The Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation (www.twbwf.org), are pioneers in environmental education and advocacy, resource protection, and habitat restoration. He has dedicated his life to giving back to the next generation our natural resources.

Raptors Up Close, a program designed for all ages to educate and teach conservation through an entertaining demonstration with live birds of prey, will present demonstrations on February 9-13. “Raptors Up Close” is filled with visually exciting displays illustrating the power, skills, and beauty of raptors including owls, falcons, hawks and other birds of prey.

Taste of the Great Outdoors

On Tuesday, February 10, from 5 to 7 PM, students from the culinary school at Harrisburg Area Community College will present a variety of delectable game and fish recipes in the Small Arena to the hundreds of attendees who can’t wait to sample unique game recipes and learn new cooking techniques from cooking professionals. During the event over a thousand free samples will be consumed.

The Toyota Behind the Wheel Adventure

This is the first time that Toyota is bringing the highly acclaimed consumer ride and drive to the Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show. Known formerly as the Toyota Trucks Off Road On Site Adventure, the overall look and feel of the program has been completely refreshed – from the name of the program to the logo, to the vehicle displays. While the theme has changed, the core draw remains the same: show attendees can get behind the wheel and test drive a Toyota 4×4 Tundra, Tacoma & FJ Cruiser on a challenging off road course built with hundreds of tons of dirt and rock. There is no additional fee to drive or participate in the event. The Toyota Behind the Wheel Adventure will be open Feb. 7 from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, and Feb. 8 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The event site utilizes approximately 60,000 square feet, including the course, registration tent and vehicle displays.

Other entertainment includes:

Keystone Regional Duck Calling Contest

Duck Decoy Painting Contest

Northeastern States Elk Calling Contest

Dog Training Demonstrations

Turkey Calling and Owl Hooting Contest

Rocky Mountain Elk Tour

Knife & Tomahawk Throwing and Contest

Professional Taxidermy Display and Contest

Amateur Wildlife Photography Display and Contest

Antler Scoring

PA Bowhunter Competition

Decoy Float Contest

Hunter-Trapper Education

Capital City BASSMASTER Casting Kids®

Show Dates & Times

Sat. Feb. 7 10 am – 7 pm

Sun. Feb. 8 10 am – 5 pm

Mon. Feb. 9 10 am – 7 pm

Tues. Feb. 10 10 am – 7 pm

Wed. Feb. 11 10 am – 7 pm

Thur. Feb. 12 10 am – 7 pm

Fri. Feb. 13 10 am – 7 pm

Sat. Feb. 14 10 am – 7 pm

Sun. Feb. 15 10 am – 5 pm

Discount tickets and FREE parking and shuttle services to the Show and back will be available at Bass Pro Shops in Harrisburg.

For more information, or to order tickets online visit our web site at www.easternsportshow.com.

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Debra Tressler
Concept One, Inc.
720 Newport Road
Duncannon, PA 17020
717.834.6267
www.conceptoneinc.com

Drury Outdoors Team Members Coming to 2009 Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show

John Stabley — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:45:31 +0000

PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release

HARRISBURG—Gregg Day and Rick Malik, two members of the Drury Outdoors Team will appear at the 2009 Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show (Feb. 7-15), State Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg. They will sign autographs in the Cabela’s Booth and will also be part of a Whitetail Panel on February 14 & 15.

Gregg Day (Hiedelberg, PA) has been hunting for 25 years. He loves bowhunting and spring turkey season. He spends 12 months a year in the woods. In addition to hunting, Day enjoys fishes for steelheads on Lake Erie.

Rick Malik (Wexford, PA) has been hunting since the age of 12. He loves to bowhunt whitetails and western big game.

In 2009 Drury Marketing, Inc. will mark its 20th year in the outdoor industry. Their first full-featured production, King of the Spring, debuted in 1989 under 100% Wild 100% Fair Chase® conditions. Their video library now contains well over 90 productions in addition to the three television shows Drury Outdoors produces on the Outdoor Channel. Their grass-roots approach to video making has kept Drury Outdoors in tune with the hunting community and has helped create one of the most comprehensive video hunting libraries in the industry.

For more Show information visit www.easternsportshow.com.

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Debra Tressler
Concept One, Inc.
720 Newport Road
Duncannon, PA 17020
717-834-6267

STEVE “COON DOG” COON RECEIVES 2008 MOSSY OAK PASSION AWARD

John Stabley — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:09:40 +0000

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

WEST POINT, MS – Drury Outdoors celebrated their twentieth anniversary at their annual production meeting in St. Louis, Missouri on September 19 and 20.

Each year Drury TV Producers from all over the country gather for meetings and an annual awards banquet. This year Mossy Oak was honored to participate in the banquet and present the Mossy Oak Passion Award to Steve “Coon Dog” Coon.

The Passion Award is given to an individual that exhibits passion for the outdoors, who always works to their fullest capacity and with great excitement, and strives unselfishly to be the best at what they do. It’s not about taking trophy animals and having a successful hunt every time they step in the field or get behind the camera. It’s about passion for the outdoors, respect for Mother Nature and unwavering energy in everything they do.

Having served the public in the state of Missouri as a police officer for 20 years, Coon Dog was an easy pick for the award and is a true inspiration to the Drury team. He has been part of the Drury Outdoors family for many years and has loved every minute of it. From hunting to filming, Coon Dog is extremely passionate about the outdoors.

Coon Dog has been hunting since early childhood when his Dad took him on many small game hunts. His Dad never deer or turkey hunted but with the woodsmanship he learned from him, Coon Dog was able to put it to use in pursuit of the majestic whitetail and elusive wild turkey.

Coon Dog said that he has learned a lot over the years from all the Drury Outdoors team members, and he hopes that some of them have picked up a few tips from him as well. After all, when it comes to a team, everyone’s input and participation makes the team that much better.

Coon Dog’s wife Kathy and daughter Alisha were both present to watch him receive the Passion Award.

Mossy Oak is very proud to have been partners with Drury Outdoors the past 20 years and is looking forward to many more to come. Congratulations Mark and Terry on a job well done! Mossy Oak would also like to thank the entire Drury family for their hard work, dedication and support.

For more information on Drury Outdoors, visit www.druryoutdoors.com.

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Haas Outdoors Inc. is headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions, Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC, Nativ Nursery and Mossy Oak Properties.

Media Contact:
Tack Robinson (662) 494-8859 x260 or trobinson@mossyoak.com

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