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Game Fair France Exhibition | UNIC Carbonschaft Award - Product of the Year 2023
Game Fair France visit | Presentation of the UNIC Carbonschaft Product of the Year 2023 award
TIP: View the gallery at the end of the report!
As the saying goes: "Other countries, other customs and traditions". And yes, it's definitely true at this particular hunting fair in France. Things are completely different here.
We are delighted to present our final report from our visit to the trade fair. We from Fine Ballistic Tools were also at the Game Fair in Francesupported by our French Partner Rivolier, with our Carbon shaft products and silencers for all hunting weapons.
It was not the first time that we had a Hunting fair in France We also visited Lamotte-Beuvron last year. But the overwhelming enthusiasm of the visitors for our UNIC carbon shafts is always a pleasure!
This prestigious award was presented to us by the magazine "Armes de Chasse" based on a reader survey and will be published in the next issue.
UNIC Carbonschaft | Presentation of the "Product of the Year 2023" award to Fine Ballistic Tools
This coveted award as "Product of the year 2023" in the category "Accessories" was honoured by the prestigious magazine "Armes de Chasse" based on a reader survey and will be published in the next issue.
The Game Fair is undoubtedly one of the largest hunting fairs in Europe and this year attracted around 100,000 visitors on. The trade fair was held in the open air over three days from 09:00 to 20:00, creating a relaxed atmosphere.
PDF Official programme of the fair
Visitors had the opportunity to explore the latest hunting products, talk to experts and take part in various activities.
Extract Major events during the fair
Particularly impressive was the breathtaking show on Saturday evening, when the French Air Force put on a spectacular air show.
Riders, riders with dogs and mounted archers impressed the audience.
The highlight of the evening was the exclusive VIP dinnerto which we were invited. Under the direction of the renowned Chefs Olivier Nastiwho was honoured as "Chef of the Year 2023" according to Gault & Millau, served delicious game dishes.
The dinner was accompanied by exquisite wines and ended with a big fireworks display.
Fireworks Game Fair France 2023
Between the various events, impressive Demonstrations of hunting dogs where the hunting skills of these faithful companions were demonstrated.
Our experience of visiting the Game Fair
France is different and the "how to organise a hunting fair" is indeed different. What is organised here creative framework conditions is offered - also in from a culinary point of view - is overwhelming. People here are really proud to be a member of the hunting community.
We naturally used the trade fair to present our FBT products to a wide French audience and to gather feedback. We were delighted to receive numerous expressions of interest and made valuable contacts with hunting experts and enthusiasts.
For us at Fine Ballistic Tools, taking part in the Game Fair in France was an extremely memorable experience. The Honoured as "Product of the Year 2023" confirmed our commitment to innovative products, and the positive response from visitors and customers was fantastic.
We are grateful for the opportunity to present our products through our partner at such an important event and we are already looking forward to next year.
Some details about the Game Fair hunting exhibition
The game fair was launched in 1981 and has become an indispensable Meeting place for hunting and nature in France and throughout Europe.
Every year, more than 95,000 visitors stream through the aisles of the event, where over 600 exhibitors from various countries present their new products, including us from Fine Ballistic Tools.
The fair takes place in the heart of Sologne, more precisely in Lamotte-Beuvronon an impressive Exhibition site of almost 36 hectares and is now the largest hunting fair in France.
Here visitors will find everything to do with Weapons, optics, ammunition, clothing, accessories and land development. Various Theme areas "Villages" The Premium Village, the Dog Village, the Bow Hunting Village, the Fishing Village and the Artisan Cutlers Village enable an uncomplicated exchange with the exhibitors on specific topics.
In addition to the impressive product presentations, the Game Fair also offers a Dinner show followed by fireworks on Saturday evening, a flea market, a St Hubert fair on Sunday and a special weapons auction on both Saturday and Sunday.
Knowledge about hunting in France - some very interesting information
Hunting in France has a strong community of hunters who practise one of the country's largest leisure activities. With over 5 million holders of hunting licences, including 1.1 million active hunters and 500,000 helpers, hunting is an important activity. The interests of this community are represented and defended by the National Hunters' Association and its regional and departmental networks.
The national hunting network, probably the largest of its kind, is structured as follows: The National Federation of Hunters (FNC) is at the top and is supported by the 13 regional hunting organisations (FRC).
In addition, there are 94 departmental hunters' associations (FDC)including 89 FDCs, an interdepartmental hunters' association (for Paris, Yvelines, Essonne, Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-Saint-Denis, Val-de-Marne and Val d'Oise) and 4 overseas associations (Guadeloupe, Martinique, Réunion and Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon).
These organisations were all founded as legal associations and have a public mandate to manage wildlife populations and their habitats.
In total, there are almost 70,000 hunting organisationson average 2 per municipality. These associations have around 250,000 elected officials who act as presidents and administrators, as well as 1,500 employees.
The hunting network manages an area of over 10 million hectares and comprises 500,000 volunteers who are involved in hunting as well as the protection of wild animals and natural habitats.
The role of the Federation of National Hunters
The Federation of National Hunters (FNC) is the representative body of all territories in France and has the task of promoting and defending hunting and representing the interests of hunters at national level.
As a recognised partner of the government and public authorities, the FNC is consulted by the Ministry responsible for hunting on issues relating to hunting heritage, the protection of wild animals and their habitats and the conditions under which hunting is practised.
The FNC plays an important role in the development and implementation of hunting policy and legislation. It is committed to the conservation and sustainable utilisation of wildlife populations and their habitats. The FNC also works to preserve and promote hunting as a cultural heritage.
As a representative of hunters, the FNC works closely with other relevant organisations to achieve common goals. These include the exchange of information and best practices, the promotion of research and education in the field of hunting and cooperation on nature conservation projects.
The FNC plays an important role in the political and legal debates surrounding hunting. It campaigns for the interests of hunters, both with regard to the practice of hunting and the conservation and protection of nature. The FNC works actively to promote understanding of hunting in society and to break down prejudices.
Overall, the Federation of National Hunters is an authoritative organisation that represents the interests of hunters at national level and is committed to the sustainable use of hunting resources and the protection of wild animals and their habitats.
Gallery of impressions from our visit to the Game Fair hunting exhibition
