Sportfishing Expo lures people to fairgrounds

VENTURA, Calif. — The West Coast Outdoors & Sportfishing Expo is reeling in visitors to the Ventura County Fairgrounds this weekend.

Billed as “where adventure meets opportunity,” the expo offers activities for the whole family.

Children can practice casting in an outdoor fly-fishing area or try their luck catching rainbow trout in a well-stocked fishing pool.

Fred Morales, owner of SoCal Jerky, said an osprey swooped in and snatched a trout from the pool while crews were setting up the area. He even captured the moment on video.

New boats, RVs, and cars are also on display, and the Ventura Auto Center’s bear mascot made an appearance. The bear is still nameless, but visitors can vote on potential names at www.nameourbear.com.

The expo continues Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Veterans receive free admission.

More information is available at www.sportfishingexpo.com.