Reno, NV
- Using a silent auction at a big multi-function show and a trail ride in the Reno area, Lockett Shows raised
$2,000 to support BlueRibbon Coalition, champions of responsible outdoor
recreation.
The Reno Expo is held every year at the Reno-Sparks Convention
Center and is produced by Lockett Shows. The
Reno Expo isn't just one show, but four great shows, all in one location. The
Expo includes the Reno Off-Road Motorsports Expo, Reno Boat & Recreation,
Travel & Vacation Show, Reno Spring Home & Garden Show, and the Reno
Pet Show and Pug Parade.
Producing shows since 1967, Al Lockett is no stranger to putting on an
entertaining event. "Adding our support to the BlueRibbon Coalition with
our shows is essential in these days to ensure we all have a place to enjoy the
great outdoors," said Lockett. "Thank goodness for our local off-road clubs
like the Sierra Stompers, who orchestrated and managed the successful Silent
Auction this year for us."
Vendors and manufacturers from all over the country donated
to the silent auction to support BRC, with companies like 4Wheel Parts,
MetalCloak, SmittyBilt and many local businesses adding to the goody pile.
Daina and Matt Smith from the Sierra Stompers 4x4 Club
put the silent auction together. "We can't imagine not supporting our
organized recreation groups," said Daina Smith. "Our outdoor fun depends on
groups like the BlueRibbon Coalition fighting for our continued access."
BRC ambassador Del Albright attended the Expo with his wife Stacie, and they
were greatly impressed with the show and the clubs supporting land use and
access. "One minute you can watch a fishing demonstration, sniff a new
potting soil, then mosey over to discuss access roads to the backcountry with
several local 4x4 clubs," said Del Albright. "It's quite a multi-function
show and I was extremely impressed with the turnout and fun had by all."
Last year, through the combined effort of the donors, bidders and volunteers,
the Expo was able to raise $1,500. This year they hit the $2,000 mark.
Stay tuned for the dates of next year's Expo. Lockett Shows and BlueRibbon
Coalition ask businesses to consider making a donation of merchandise to be
auctioned off during this event. Donations could represent hundreds of dollars
in auction funds raised. "By donating merchandise, you'll be making a
contribution that will help the BlueRibbon Coalition continue its mission to represent
the interests of responsible recreationist across the country," said Lockett.
Learn more and be part of next year's efforts at http://www.lockettshows.com/.
