Mountaineer Chapter
Randolph Co. Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs Expo

Randolph County HOFNOD Expo
Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs
Supported by the Mountaineer Chapter IWLA

About the Event

The Randolph County “Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs” (HOFNOD) Expo is an annual community event focused on introducing youth to fishing, conservation, and positive outdoor recreation.
The program teaches kids that the outdoors — and fishing in particular — can be a healthy, enjoyable alternative to drugs and negative influences. The Mountaineer Chapter proudly supports this event each year through volunteers, exhibits, and sponsorship.

The Expo

The HOFNOD Expo is typically held at Elkins High School and brings together thousands of youth, families, and outdoor organizations. A past event featured:

• Over 2,000 registered kids and an estimated 3,500 total attendees

• Free drawings for 1,000 Zebco Ready Tackle fishing combos and a lifetime fishing license

• A raffle for a 10 ft. Pelican pontoon boat, complete with motor, life vests, fishing poles, and accessories

• Around 70 exhibitors, each offering kid-friendly activities, hands-on learning, and prizes

Chapter Involvement

Members of the Mountaineer Chapter volunteer each year to help make the event possible. In the past, chapter members have staffed and supported:

• Registration tables

• Electronic and virtual fishing simulators

• Concession stands

• IWLA information booth

• Fishing pole drawings and raffle tables

The event’s success each year depends on the dedication of volunteers, sponsors, and community members — and we are proud to be part of that ongoing tradition.

Why It Matters

The Randolph County HOFNOD Expo is one of the largest youth outreach events in the region, helping thousands of young people experience the joy of fishing and conservation in a positive, family-friendly environment.