Join us February 20-22, 2026 at the SC State Fairgrounds

Hook the Future

FREE Rod & Reel Combo for Participants
Saturday: Noon & 2pm
Sunday: Noon & 2pm

Captain Don Dingman, host of the TV Show “Hook the Future” and long-time Captain, leads educational and entertaining fishing clinics at major boat shows and events across the Southeast. Don has a passion for teaching thousands of families annually how to succeed in fishing, while spending quality time in the outdoors with people you love.

At the end of each clinic kids will have an opportunity for questions and answers followed by a kids-only free raffle with dozens of great prizes. Kids (clinic participants only) will go home with a free Hook the Future/ Carolina Skiff custom rod & reel combo.

GAMECOCK BASS FISHING TEAM

Friday, Saturday and Sunday

The Gamecock Bass Fishing Team was formed to allow college students the opportunity to enjoy the sport of competitive bass fishing at the college level. The team has been fishing the BASS, MLF, ACA and SC college trails for the past several years and are two-time national champions. Come meet the team at the Columbia Boat Show!

@gamecockbassfishing

SCDNR Boating Virtual Trainer

Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Enjoy the high-quality graphics of a realistic experience navigating a boat. The simulator offers learning platforms where you can learn about docking, mooring, pivot turns, and more on a virtual waterway.

Face Painting by Crazy Daisy Face Painter

Saturday and Sunday, Noon – 5pm

Fun for the whole family! Stop by and get wonderful artwork painted on your face!

123 Jump

Saturday and Sunday

Melting Arctic Dual Lane Combo Bounce/Slide

River Rock Painting

Saturday and Sunday all-day

Practice your painting skills with river rock painting!