We were at the show yesterday for a few hours. For opening day on March break I would say it was dead. We went for something specific so the lack of crowds suited us just fine but most of the exhibitors looked bored to death and unfortunately showed it. Food court which is usually slammed had 75%+ empty tables which may have something to do with the crazy prices. There was the usual compliment of tackle, hunting and lodge exhibitors with what seemed like a lot of "filler" stalls. All in all it looked disorganized possibly due to being the first day. The free parking helps!
BTW customers are your life blood and come in all shapes, sizes and personalities.......treat them all as "captains" and they will come back to you.