2015 VANCOUVER BOAT SHOW KICKS OFF THE BOATING SEASON

VIBS 2015

Annual event returns in January to launch a new year on the water

Western Canada’s largest boat show, the Vancouver International Boat Show, is
returning in the New Year, giving boaters an early start to the upcoming season. Running Wednesday,
January 21 to Sunday, January 25, 2015, the 53rd annual event will host more than 250 exhibitors
showcasing the best and biggest selection of boats and boating products.

“Last year we saw a great number of motivated buyers and attendees eager to start their boating
season and experience BC’s stunning coastline and hundreds of lakes and rivers,” says Show
Manager, Eric Nicholl. “We are excited to once again host visitors from all across Western Canada,
and help navigate their way to getting out on the water this season, and experience the boating
lifestyle.”

This year’s highly anticipated featured guest will be none other than Tuna.com’s Captain, Dave
Carraro – star of the hit National Geographic TV Show Wicked Tuna. Dave will be on hand for meet
and greets with fans, and will be more than willing to give the inside scoop on what it’s like to be one
of the most respected and talented fisherman in the North Eastern US.
The Vancouver Boat Show’s two great locations – an indoor venue at BC Place and a Floating Show
at Granville Island – offer show goers of all ages and expertise an unparalleled experience. This year
attendees can get their season started with family-friendly activities, a fantastic seminar lineup
featuring top boating experts, and incredible deals on all of the newest and most innovative marine
products.

The Vancouver International Boat Show runs January 21-25, 2015 at BC Place and Granville
Island.

Dates: January 21-25, 2015
Show Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 10 am to 8 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
Granville Island Floating Show closes at 5 pm daily
Admission: Adults: $15
Seniors: $13
2-day Adult Passes: $20
2-day Senior Passes: $17
Kids (16 and under): FREE
Buy online before midnight January 20th and save $3/ticket
Locations: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Granville Island Maritime Market and Marina – 1676 Duranleau Street,
Vancouver
Free shuttle buses and water ferries run continuously between BC Place and
Granville Island
Features: FREE Discover Boating boat rides and Hands On Skills Training at Granville
Island; Kids’ Zone; Sport Fishing in BC; SailFest, offering the latest sailboats,
gear, and destinations; and, Discover Boating Centre, an educational one-stopshop
where attendees can find unbiased answers on how to get started in
boating.

www.VancouverBoatShow.ca

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