Things are ticking along, and boats and gear are already showing up so we can get ahead of the flood that comes in the following weeks. Ann and Tori have their purchase orders in the system and the tag printer warmed up ready to go. The warehouses are cleaned up and tidy thanks to Drew and team, ready for loads of boats that are starting to show up.

If you haven't booked a room yet, check the Places to Stay link and get on it! The room block will be released in February and then you'll be on your own!



You can see on the exhibitor page the folks who have already signed up. If you're interested in exhibiting, we have two booths left. Contact Darren as soon as you can. If your product isn't related to outdoor activities, don't email.





Chloe finished the speaker schedule, so now we're formatting it and getting it ready to post here. Now we'll get them put into the grid and get them up on the website soon. We had to add some more speaker rooms in the Clarion again, there were so many great presentations that we just couldn't say no. Of course, there are always the usual suspects (including Aluminum Chef!).

It will also be Cliff Jacobson's last Canoecopia as he's retiring from the circuit. Make sure you come see his farewell talk!



We have all the exhibitors and vendors online now, with more signing up every day. If you want to see the best gear and great prices, make your plans now!

Canoecopia is the largest paddlesports consumer event in the world. The Alliant Energy Center Exposition Hall is more than 250,000 square feet, and the main hall contains more than 100,000 square feet of kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards, outdoor equipment and clothing, with the best selection of the season, make Canoecopia a "must go" place for gear!

With over 100 presentations and clinics, Canoecopia is also an educational event where you can learn about specific gear for your style of paddling, develop skills to get you where you want to go, and discover some of the many places to paddle, both near and far. If you're interested in experiencing life on the water, Canoecopia is the best place to spend the weekend!