My birthday is March 9th and for it my wife made plans to make the trip from NW Ohio to Knoxville for the Classic. As I get everything lined up and prepared I see that Nation members can sign up early for credentials for the Expo and will have the opportunity to get into weigh ins earlier than the public as well. My question is does the general public need the credentials to attend the expo and since I am a Nation member can my wife and kids come with me in early or do they have to wait with the general public? I just want all my ducks in a row early.

I kind of wondered this as well. I was planning to attend with family too, I may end up flying solo down there though. It will also be my March birthday trip!

Smallmouth fishing can be pretty excellent in the Knoxville area in March. Come down a day or two early and fish! 

Nope...smallies don't start bitin till here until July..........

 

Enjoy your Classic experience, it may be a long time seeing the top Pro's in person at a Classic.

Tom

Caught a nice one right near volunteer landing today , which is where they check in I suppose