360 AC Experience – Paddlesports Booth Application
$400.00
360 AC Experience – Paddlesports Booth Application
For 360 AC Members Only: Request for booth space at the Paddlesports Experience at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City, North Carolina in September 2024.
Requests will be reviewed and assigned based on event format and seniority if they are received by August 1, 2024. After that date, requests will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis as availability allows. If space is not available, you will be refunded.
By requesting booth space you agree to all event details and terms.
Description
360 AC EXPERIENCE – PADDLESPORTS EVENT
Requests for booth space will be reviewed and assigned space based on seniority if they are received by August 1, 2024. After that date, booth requests will be filled based on a first-come, first-served basis as availability of space allows. If space is not available, you will be refunded for your purchase.
Please note:
- Your request for booth space binds you and your fellow exhibitors to the 360AC Event Rules and 360AC Demo Rules.
- Refund Policy: The latest an exhibitor can pull out of a show and receive a refund is 45 days prior to Load-In. The office must be notified by email to be eligible for a refund.
Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 U.S. Hwy 19
Bryson City, NC 28713
FORMAT: We will be hosting this event at the Nantahala Outdoor Center and will promote it on the 360AC website, a post card mailer, and with email newsletters. A listing of participating exhibitors that purchase exhibit space with their product lines will be available on the 360AC website.
It is the responsibility of each individual exhibitor to make appointments for this event.
EXHIBITOR MAP: See below, exhibitor’s will be placed in the area circled in red.
OUTDOOR EXHIBIT FEES: Space is $400.00 per 10’x10’. Space will be in a paved parking lot, therefore tents will not be able to be staked down – you will need to secure them another way. You must provide your own pop-up shelter(s), tables, and folding chairs.
BOOTH PLACEMENT: Booth placement is done at the discretion of 360AC Staff and the Paddlesports Committee. Placement decisions will weigh seniority, product categories, space constraints, and impact on retailer experience.
USFS PASS + LIABILITY WAIVER: United States Forest Service Passes are required for everyone to gain river and lake access. The cost of USFS passes for exhibitors and retailers are included in the booth fee. Attendees will be required to sign a daily Liability Waiver.
EXHIBITOR SET UP/MOVE-IN: Monday, September 9 – 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Load in and load out directions will be provided prior to the event.
EVENT DATES & HOURS: Tuesday, September 10 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Wednesday, September 11 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
DAILY WATER SCHEDULE: (Times will be updated on the Event Page 1 week prior to event)
BREAK DOWN: Wednesday, September 11 – 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Please note – removing a display, boat, or merchandise from the exhibit/demo area prior to the set breakdown time will incur a $1,000 fine (payable on site) and loss of seniority number for one year.
PARKING: There are no parking fees – an attendant will be directing traffic the day of the event. Trailer & Big-Rig parking will be available. Location TBD.
FOOD/CONCESSIONS: There are several restaurants on site for you to choose from– River’s End, Big Wesser, Slow Joe’s, and the General Store. Bryson City also has more offerings ~10 minutes away.
SECURITY: There will be overnight security outside in the Event Area.
STORAGE, ELECTRICAL, SHIPPING & WIRELESS: Is not available on-site.
COMPANY PERSONNEL ATTENDING: Since this event is outdoors, there is no charge and no limit to the number of additional personnel working in Pop Up Tent spaces.
LODGING FACILITIES: There will be free car and tent camping available at NOC. Additional lodging amenities are available through NOC. More info can be found HERE. Use code 360PE24 to save 10%.
AGENDA:
Tuesday 9/10:
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- 9:00am-5:00pm – Show is open
- 5:30pm-7:30pm – Social Mixer
Wednesday 9/11:
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- 9:00am-5:00pm – Show is open
- 10:00am-12:00pm – Group Flatwater Paddle