Upcoming Cabelas East Hartford Events
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CT Boating & PWC/Jet Ski 1-Day Certification Course
Saturdays and Sundays, July 25, Aug. 1, Aug. 15, Sept. 5, Sept. 26
CT Boating & PWC/Jet Ski Certification Course
CT Boating & PWC/Jet Ski 1-Day Certification Course Safe Boating Connecticut will be teaching the CT Boating and PWC/Jet Ski Certification Class. The course is available in a one-day format on weekends, either on Saturdays or Sundays throughout the year. This State Certification is widely known as a Boating and Jetski License and is required by Connecticut residents to operate boats and PWC in Connecticut waters. Certification is recognized by the Coast Guard and is valid throughout the country. Pre-registration is required, please visit www.safeboatingconnecticut.com to register online or call (203) 659-0414. Click here for PRE-REGISTRATION.
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Sundays, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Location: Conference Room by the Candlewood Grill.
Cruzin' at Cabela's, Weds., Aug. 12 & Sept. 9
Wed., July 8, Aug. 12 & Sept. 9
Looking for something fun to do after a long hard day at work? Stop by and check out some great classic cars and motorcycles. Event is sponsored by Gengras Motorcycles, Trantolo & Trantolo, and Cabela's.
5:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Store Parking Lot.
Sat., July 18, Fly Fishing "A Season on Long Island Sound, Matching the Hatch"
Fly Fishing "A Season on Long Island Sound, Matching the Hatch"
Captain Mike Duclos of Tiderunner Charters will be conducting a seminar on fly fishing and Matching the Hatch on Long Island Sound. He will share some of his fishing experiences and show you his techniques to catch the best.
11:00 p.m.
Location: Conference Room next to Candlewood Grill.
Fall Great Outdoor Days
Fall Great Outdoor Days Seminars & Activities
Saturday & Sunday, August 22 & 23
Bowhunter - Del DelMastro
Who shot their first wild game animal at the age of 15? Well, it can be only one person and that's Pro Staff Team Member Del DelMastro. Come meet the master bow hunter, and let him share his years of experience and worldwide adventures.
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Camo Department - 2nd Floor.
The Man From Primos...
Come meet Steve Peperis, member of Primos Pro-Staff for 20 years and member of the National Wild Turkey Federation for 25 years. He has been hunting turkeys since 1984 in over 15 states. Let Steve help you find the perfect turkey call!
Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Archery Department - 2nd floor.
Gun Dog Demonstration with Jennifer Broome
Come meet Pro Staff Team Member, Jennifer Broome of Quinebaug Kennels. Her experience extends from years of training and teaching and oh, yeah she is an author too! Let Jennifer share her special dog training techniques.
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location: Outside of store (weather permitting) or in the Ducks and Dogs Department - 2nd floor.
The Man from Sean Mann...
He has been an avid water fowler for 20 years. He hunts all over the U.S. Come meet Rob "Bones" Kenyon of Sean Mann and hear about this experiences and adventures. Let him help you to choose the duck and goose calls.
Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Archery Department - 2nd floor.
Boone & Crockett Scoring
Do you have a special trophy that needs to be scored? Come meet the masters of Boone & Crockett and let them do what they do best and maybe your trophy will make the record books!
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: In front of Gun Library - 2nd floor.
Quality Deer Management
Come meet a representative of this non-profit wildlife conservation organization that is dedicated to ensuring a sustainable future for white-tailed deer hunting.
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: Camo Department - 2nd floor.
Picking the Right Spotting Scope
Want more magnification than binoculars? A spotting scope is the product for you. Let our expert outfitter help you choose the best scope for your next hunting or wildlife adventure.
Sunday, 3:00 p.m.
Location: Optics Department - 2nd floor.
Hunting From Above
Safety is most import when it comes to a Tree Stand. More and more hunters are "hunting from above". Let our expert outfitter help you choose, from our many different brands, the best tree stand for your next hunting experience.
Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Location: Archery Department - 2nd floor.
Clean My Gun
A clean gun is a happy gun. Let our expert outfitter show you the best cleaning techniques and products to clean your gun.
Saturday, 4:00 p.m.
Location: Hunting Department - 2nd floor.
3-D Archery
You don't need 3-D glasses for this demo. Let our expert outfitter show you the best way to use a bow on three different types of targets.
Saturday, 4:00 p.m.
Location: Archery Department - 2nd floor.
Avery Outdoors
Come meet Avery Outdoors Pro Staff Team Member, David Hochman and let him show you why Avery is the nation's leading manufacturer of waterfowl hunting accessories. Also, come hear about David's adventures throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Ducks and Dogs Department - 2nd floor.
Making Your Own Jerky
Want to put your signature on your own beef or turkey jerky? Come let our expert outfitter show you how to make your own homemade jerky. Of course, there will be samples to try!
Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Location: Camping Department - 2nd floor.
Bow hunting 101 with Del DelMastro
Bought your first bow and am not sure how to use it. Well, let bow hunter expert, Del DelMastro, show you the many ways to get the best out of your bow.
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.
Location: Camo Department - 2nd floor.
Log Home Living Seminar
Have you always wanted a log cabin home? Come meet with the representatives from the "Original Log Cabin Homes" company and learn all about log cabin living.
Saturday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; 12:00-2:00 p.m.; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Location: Conference Room next to Candlewood Grille.
Prepare Your Own Deep Fried Turkey
You like the taste of a deep fried turkey, but were afraid to prepare it yourself. Well, we have the seminar for you. Let our expert outfitter show you the techniques and equipment to fry your own.
Saturday, 4:00 p.m.
Location: Outside in front of store.
Birthday Parties at Cabela's
Looking for a place to hold that birthday party?
Why not have it at Cabela's! Cabela's offers a great deal for that birthday guest. Included in the private room rental are shooting gallery tokens, a scavenger hunt, and fish food for the trout ponds. For more info on meals, availability, and reservations please call 860-290-6250.
Subject to availability.
Fish Feeding Schedule
Mondays and Fridays
Join us at the aquarium for our "feeding frenzy." It doesn't take long for our fish to devour the minnows and night crawlers, so make sure you arrive a few minutes early for a good viewing spot! (Days and times are subject to change without notice)
1:00 p.m.
Location: Aquarium in Conservation Mountain.
Store Tours
Store Tours
If you have a group of 5 or more and would like a guided tour of our store, please contact Diane Bazzano, Event Coordinator, at 860-290-6231 for future details.
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CT Boating & PWC/Jet Ski 1-Day Certification Course
Saturdays and Sundays, July 25, Aug. 1, Aug. 15, Sept. 5, Sept. 26
CT Boating & PWC/Jet Ski Certification Course
CT Boating & PWC/Jet Ski 1-Day Certification Course Safe Boating Connecticut will be teaching the CT Boating and PWC/Jet Ski Certification Class. The course is available in a one-day format on weekends, either on Saturdays or Sundays throughout the year. This State Certification is widely known as a Boating and Jetski License and is required by Connecticut residents to operate boats and PWC in Connecticut waters. Certification is recognized by the Coast Guard and is valid throughout the country. Pre-registration is required, please visit www.safeboatingconnecticut.com to register online or call (203) 659-0414. Click here for PRE-REGISTRATION.
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Sundays, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Location: Conference Room by the Candlewood Grill.
Cruzin' at Cabela's, Weds., Aug. 12 & Sept. 9
Wed., July 8, Aug. 12 & Sept. 9
Looking for something fun to do after a long hard day at work? Stop by and check out some great classic cars and motorcycles. Event is sponsored by Gengras Motorcycles, Trantolo & Trantolo, and Cabela's.
5:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Store Parking Lot.
Sat., July 18, Fly Fishing "A Season on Long Island Sound, Matching the Hatch"
Fly Fishing "A Season on Long Island Sound, Matching the Hatch"
Captain Mike Duclos of Tiderunner Charters will be conducting a seminar on fly fishing and Matching the Hatch on Long Island Sound. He will share some of his fishing experiences and show you his techniques to catch the best.
11:00 p.m.
Location: Conference Room next to Candlewood Grill.
Fall Great Outdoor Days
Fall Great Outdoor Days Seminars & Activities
Saturday & Sunday, August 22 & 23
Bowhunter - Del DelMastro
Who shot their first wild game animal at the age of 15? Well, it can be only one person and that's Pro Staff Team Member Del DelMastro. Come meet the master bow hunter, and let him share his years of experience and worldwide adventures.
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Camo Department - 2nd Floor.
The Man From Primos...
Come meet Steve Peperis, member of Primos Pro-Staff for 20 years and member of the National Wild Turkey Federation for 25 years. He has been hunting turkeys since 1984 in over 15 states. Let Steve help you find the perfect turkey call!
Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Archery Department - 2nd floor.
Gun Dog Demonstration with Jennifer Broome
Come meet Pro Staff Team Member, Jennifer Broome of Quinebaug Kennels. Her experience extends from years of training and teaching and oh, yeah she is an author too! Let Jennifer share her special dog training techniques.
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location: Outside of store (weather permitting) or in the Ducks and Dogs Department - 2nd floor.
The Man from Sean Mann...
He has been an avid water fowler for 20 years. He hunts all over the U.S. Come meet Rob "Bones" Kenyon of Sean Mann and hear about this experiences and adventures. Let him help you to choose the duck and goose calls.
Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Archery Department - 2nd floor.
Boone & Crockett Scoring
Do you have a special trophy that needs to be scored? Come meet the masters of Boone & Crockett and let them do what they do best and maybe your trophy will make the record books!
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: In front of Gun Library - 2nd floor.
Quality Deer Management
Come meet a representative of this non-profit wildlife conservation organization that is dedicated to ensuring a sustainable future for white-tailed deer hunting.
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: Camo Department - 2nd floor.
Picking the Right Spotting Scope
Want more magnification than binoculars? A spotting scope is the product for you. Let our expert outfitter help you choose the best scope for your next hunting or wildlife adventure.
Sunday, 3:00 p.m.
Location: Optics Department - 2nd floor.
Hunting From Above
Safety is most import when it comes to a Tree Stand. More and more hunters are "hunting from above". Let our expert outfitter help you choose, from our many different brands, the best tree stand for your next hunting experience.
Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Location: Archery Department - 2nd floor.
Clean My Gun
A clean gun is a happy gun. Let our expert outfitter show you the best cleaning techniques and products to clean your gun.
Saturday, 4:00 p.m.
Location: Hunting Department - 2nd floor.
3-D Archery
You don't need 3-D glasses for this demo. Let our expert outfitter show you the best way to use a bow on three different types of targets.
Saturday, 4:00 p.m.
Location: Archery Department - 2nd floor.
Avery Outdoors
Come meet Avery Outdoors Pro Staff Team Member, David Hochman and let him show you why Avery is the nation's leading manufacturer of waterfowl hunting accessories. Also, come hear about David's adventures throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: Ducks and Dogs Department - 2nd floor.
Making Your Own Jerky
Want to put your signature on your own beef or turkey jerky? Come let our expert outfitter show you how to make your own homemade jerky. Of course, there will be samples to try!
Saturday, 1:00 p.m.
Location: Camping Department - 2nd floor.
Bow hunting 101 with Del DelMastro
Bought your first bow and am not sure how to use it. Well, let bow hunter expert, Del DelMastro, show you the many ways to get the best out of your bow.
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.
Location: Camo Department - 2nd floor.
Log Home Living Seminar
Have you always wanted a log cabin home? Come meet with the representatives from the "Original Log Cabin Homes" company and learn all about log cabin living.
Saturday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; 12:00-2:00 p.m.; 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Location: Conference Room next to Candlewood Grille.
Prepare Your Own Deep Fried Turkey
You like the taste of a deep fried turkey, but were afraid to prepare it yourself. Well, we have the seminar for you. Let our expert outfitter show you the techniques and equipment to fry your own.
Saturday, 4:00 p.m.
Location: Outside in front of store.
Birthday Parties at Cabela's
Looking for a place to hold that birthday party?
Why not have it at Cabela's! Cabela's offers a great deal for that birthday guest. Included in the private room rental are shooting gallery tokens, a scavenger hunt, and fish food for the trout ponds. For more info on meals, availability, and reservations please call 860-290-6250.
Subject to availability.
Fish Feeding Schedule
Mondays and Fridays
Join us at the aquarium for our "feeding frenzy." It doesn't take long for our fish to devour the minnows and night crawlers, so make sure you arrive a few minutes early for a good viewing spot! (Days and times are subject to change without notice)
1:00 p.m.
Location: Aquarium in Conservation Mountain.
Store Tours
Store Tours
If you have a group of 5 or more and would like a guided tour of our store, please contact Diane Bazzano, Event Coordinator, at 860-290-6231 for future details.
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.