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ORCA Shows and Conventions

ORCA Shows and Conventions

The Old Reel Collectors Association has an annual show and convention that is unlike any other gathering of fishing tackle collectors. Our members can participate in antique tackle casting tournaments, fishing tournaments, group meals, seminars, and all sorts of fun events. Conventions also feature a show full of quality antique fishing reel displays, tables and rooms full of fishing reels for buy, sell and trade. We invite you to register for the week or just come by for a couple of days of reel mania. This is the best way to connect to your fellow club members, reel aficionados and friends. Starting in 2025, ORCA is cohosting selected regional shows with the CATC/NFLCC.

Here are the upcoming and past conventions:

  • 2025 – Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
  • 2024 – Frankfort, Kentucky
  • 2023 – Bolton Landing, New York
  • 2022 – Frankfort, Kentucky
  • 2021 – San Diego, CA
  • 2020 – Virtual Online Show
  • 2019 – Tulsa, Oklahoma
  • 2018 – Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
  • 2017 – Branson, Missouri
  • 2016 – Gatlinburg, Tennesse
  • 2015 – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
  • 2014 – San Diego, CA
  • 2013 – Frankfort, Kentucky
  • 2012 – Lake George, NY
  • 2011 – Waupaca, Wisconsin
  • 2010 – Gatlinburg, Tennesse
  • 2009 – Dania Beach, Florida
  • 2008 – Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • 2007 – Dowagiac, Michigan
  • 2006 – Lake George, New York
  • 2005 – Columbia Lakes, Texas
  • 2004 – Fife, Washington
  • 2003 – Dowagiac, Michigan
  • 2002 – East Lansing, Michigan
  • 2001 – Columbia, South Carolina
  • 2000 – Rochester, New York
  • 1999 – Raystown Lake, Pennsylvania

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