09/10/2022
NOTICE
From Tactical Ordnance
We are sending out this letter to make all our Vendors, Patrons, as well as associated businesses aware that Tactical Ordnance will no longer continue to Host/Promote the Shooting Sports & Blade Expo in Portland, Oregon at the Portland Exposition Center.
The decisions surrounding our leaving the Expo are three-fold. Many of our Vendors were unhappy with the high crime rates in the area and the advancement of a homeless encampment moving onto the Expo grounds next to where our shows were held. The growing concern became overwhelming.
The situation regarding lack of attendance. Asking people to pay for the parking and to get into the show was more than most wanted to pay. We unfortunately had no control over the parking fees. Having people afraid to leave their vehicles unattended because of theft and safety concerns was also mounting.
The continual security issues had come to a level of concern that we were having to employ more security than was reasonable. Our Vendors were choosing to avoid attending the shows because of the problems arising on the grounds and the attributed rising rates to cover costs.
As a business based around the firearm industry, we are saddened to see the era of the ‘Portland Gun Show’, come to an end. Over four decades of Gun Shows have graced the Expo grounds. There was a time when our relationships as Promoters was valued more than the ‘perception’ they feel is a problem now. It was always the standard that we worked together to create an unbiased working relationship. Unfortunately, that has passed.
We are currently working with a few facilities to see what will work for us in replacing the Shooting Sports & Blade Expo location. Our goal is to find a facility that is not only large enough to house our events but is also a place that our vendors, patrons & staff not only feel comfortable but safe as well!
We ask that if you have any questions regarding the NEW Location OR any of our other Shows, please reach out to us by emailing us at – [email protected] or by Calling or Texting our Show Manager, Julie Zielke at – 253-381-6686.
We Thank You For Your Patience & Understanding While We
Work Diligently To Provide a safe & Viable Location for everyone