Mark Romanack

Mark Romanack is a full-time outdoor writer, Fishing 411 Television Host, seminar leader and fishing expert with more than 20 years of experience.  He will be on hand all four days of the show.

Open Water Walleyes

Presented by Mark Romanack

The Great Lakes are home to a host of outstanding walleye fishing destinations.  Saginaw Bay, Lake Erie, Little Bay de Noc and other big water fisheries harbor amazing numbers of walleye.  Catching these fish require some specialized trolling presentations including the use of diving planers, crankbaits, spoons and spinners.  This informative multi-media seminar is a must-see presentation for anyone who wants to learn more about targeting walleye in open water.

Super Walleye Clinic

Presented by Mark Romanack & a Special Guest Host Tommy Skarlis - $25 Fee

Imagine tapping into the collective brains of not one, but two of the nation’s leading authorities on the subject of walleye fishing.  Both men are ardent trollers who have spent countless hours of fishing the open waters of Lake Erie and Saginaw Bay for trophy walleye. The floor is open to any topic relating to walleye fishing and you’ve got a front row seat.  Some of the topics of interest that are sure to be covered in this seminar include crankbait trolling, using planer boards, fishing diving planers, using downriggers, snap-weight trolling, techniques for drifting and trolling live bait, and much more.  This special 2-hour workshop on advanced walleye techniques will cover new angles for the fishermen who want to climb to the next level.  A fee of $25 will be collected at the Show Thursday through Saturday morning.  Each attendee will receive a “Free Gift” valued at more than the cost of the seminar and a chance to win one of dozens of door prizes.  Those signing up for the clinic on Thursday and Friday will be given free admission passes to enter the Show on Saturday for the clinic.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the pros.

Mark Martin

Michigan’s own Mr. Walleye and Professional Tournament Angler, Mark Martin will conduct seminars on Saturday & Sunday only.  Mark has qualified for 19 Professional Walleye Trail World Championships to date.  He is the only person to qualify for that many PWT Championships, and fish 101 out of 102 PWT Tournaments, achieving over 37 top ten finishes in his professional career.

Ultimate Ice Fishing for Michigan Walleye

Presented by Mark Martin

Walleye Fishing

Presented by Mark Martin

Best Chance Promotions

Captains Dave Engle and Bill Bale of Best Chance Promotions will be on hand for a one time only special appearance for the Super Salmon Clinic. They have won more of the top Great Lakes fishing tournaments held in the last 10 years than any other team.

Super Salmon Clinic

Presented by Captains Dave Engle and Bill Bale of Best Chance Too – $25 Fee

Captains Dave Engle and Bill Bale will be on hand for a one time only special appearance for this must see presentation. The presentation will cover every aspect of their proven strategy for fishing the great lakes, from using electronics to their best advantage to the presentation adjustments they have developed for today’s big water fishery. The 2-hour mega seminar will have plenty of time for question and answer. The Best Chance Team will discuss the tactics they employ through the entire tournament season as they travel from port to port competing in all of the major salmon tournaments. A $25 fee is required and each attendee will receive a “Goodie Bag” loaded with products discussed in the clinic and valued at than more than twice the cost.

NBAA Pro-Staff

The Top Pro-staffers from the National Bass Anglers Association will present several how-to seminars designed to educate anglers on the art of bass fishing and the ins and outs of tournament fishing.Topics will include Jerkbait Tactics and Drop Shooting for Bass with NBAA National Points Champion Don Watts.  Seasonal Patterns for Catching Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass in all conditions on jerkbaits and dropshots, from early spring through fall on Michigan waters.  Inland Lake Secrets with Paul Cowen.  Paul will share his secrets on inland lake bass fishing around the Detroit area.  Paul runs one of the largest divisions in NBAA and is an expert on bass fishing in the metro area.

John Gore will also be on hand.  His knowledge of fishing reaches well beyond just bass.  John will show you how to catch almost anything that swims.  If John isn’t doing a seminar he’ll be showing anglers of all ages new hot tips and tactics at the Rig-It-Board, which will be located next to the NBAA booth.

Other special seminar speakers scheduled to be on hand are Dan Kimmel, Rich Kelley, Andrew Smith, Pete Lusis, Scott Tyrell, Ben Felton, Andrew Solomon, and other local pros to give tips on the overlooked lakes, secret hotspots and new techniques for catching Michigan’s big largemouth and smallmouth bass.

National Bass Angler’s Association Seminar Series

David A. Rose

As an outdoor writer, photographer and fishing guide (www.wildfishing.com), David has spent countless hours on the waters of Michigan and around the country, fishing for a multitude of species including the family of panfish.

In Search of Perch

Presented by David Rose

David will share his inland and Great Lakes techniques for catching one of Michigan’s most sought-after game fish – the yellow perch.

Pan Fishing In-Depth

Presented by David Rose

Dave’s seminar will help you catch more bluegills and crappies on the open water during the heat of the summer when other anglers are calling it quits, along with other seasonal tips and tricks.  From dabbling live bait, to casting artificials, this seminar will cover it all.

Colton Bay Outfitters

They are a full service fly shop offering the latest and best equipment and gear.

Fly Fishing Michigan Rivers

Presented by Colton Bay Outfitters

Fly Casting Demonstration

Presented by Colton Bay Outfitters

Capt. Joe Raymer

Joe is an expert angler with special knowledge on his favorite fish, the Michigan Walleye.  Capt. Joe is the owner of Looney Toon Charters and co-host of “1 Big Fish TV.”  He is a full-time charter captain spending hundreds of hours on the water every year.

Ice Fishing Saginaw Bay

Presented by Capt. Joe Raymer

Joe will touch on the latest tips and tactics for consistently bagging your limit even in tough conditions.  Whether you focus on Saginaw Bay or your favorite northern Michigan clear water inland lake, time spent at this seminar will surely increase your catch on the ice this winter.

Capt. Chip Cartwright

Capt. Chip is one of the most experienced anglers on the water.  He was born to be a great fisherman, his family owns Wolverine Tackle, maker of the world famous Silver Streak.  He has honed his skills over countless hours on the water perfecting the design and use of fishing tackle and special techniques for maximizing the productivity of lures.

Early Season Lake Erie Walleye

Presented by Capt. Chip Cartwright

Capt. Wayne Carpenter

Wayne is an author, bait designer, guide, researcher and outdoor educator from the Detroit Metro area with extensive experience on both inland waters and the Great Lakes.

Lake St. Clair Bass Fishing

Presented by Capt. Wayne Carpenter

Tommy Skarlis

Tommy is one of the nation’s top professional Walleye Tournament Anglers.  With a World Record weight of Walleyes from Lake Erie, a PWT Tournament win on the Detroit River and numerous Top Ten finishes on Saginaw Bay, the St. Clair River and Bays de Noc, Skarlis’ seminar adds up to a Michigan must-see!  Holding nothing back, Skarlis will share all of his secrets and tactics that are guaranteed to increase the fishing success of beginners and advanced walleye anglers.  Skarlis currently holds the active qualifying streak for the Professional Walleye Trail World Championships – 12 in a row – and holds the title of www.walleyes-first.com Iron Man Champion – the number-one angler in the nation that fished all of the Pro/Am Walleye tournaments in 2007.

Walleye Fishing Michigan Lakes

Presented by Tommy Skarlis

Ice Fishing for Michigan Walleye

Presented by Tommy Skarlis

Capt. Doug Samsal

Doug is a full time Bass Pro Shops Professional Guide, professional fishing educator and owner of Doug Samsal Guide Service.  With thousands of hours experience on Lake St. Clair, the Detroit River, St. Clair River and other local bodies of water, Doug is the perfect person to present seminars on muskies and smallmouth.

Casting and Jigging for Muskies

Presented by Capt. Doug Samsal

This presentation is packed with Doug’s tips and techniques that he has mastered on the water with specific knowledge on targeting and catching monster muskie.

Spring Smallmouth on Lake St. Clair

Presented by Capt. Doug Samsal

Doug’s seminar will help you maximize your efficiency on the water next summer.

Capt. Jerry Lee

One of Michigan’s most experienced and beloved professional fishermen, Captain Jerry Lee will be on hand to share his vast knowledge of open water fishing tactics for salmon and steelhead.  Captain Jerry is a member of the Lowrance Electronics, Wolverine Silver Streak, Shimano, Big Jon, Precision Trolling, Offshore Tackle, Pure Fishing, Strong Flys and Maui Jim pro staff with over 30 years of fishing and guiding experience on the Great Lakes.

Great Lakes Salmon & Steelhead

Presented by Capt. Jerry Lee

Seminar visitors will learn the hottest tactics, including the use of lead core, rotators, cut bait, in-line boards and the latest downrigger savvy.  This presentation will include the tips and tactics it takes to consistently boat limits of fish for his customers day after day.

Don Miller

Captain Don Miller has become one of Lake St. Clair’s most popular charter captains.  Captain Don’s first-hand knowledge of the fish’s seasonal movements and their habits has spanned three decades on the lake.  He has successfully boated over 5,000 muskies, with multiple numbers in a day and size up to 40 lbs. Well-known muskie fisherman, author, educator, and seminar conductor, Miller has authored many articles, and has been a guest speaker at many fishing clubs, outfitters, and organizations throughout the Midwest.

Open Water Trolling for Muskie

Presented by Capt. Don Miller

Don’s seminar includes streaming videos of live action on the boat while under operation fishing for muskies.  It is current and up to date with not only the latest, but also proven techniques of Great Lakes trolling for muskies.  Don’t miss the complete seminar that shows everything from fishing rod placement and types of baits to catch-and-release.

Capt. Mike Pittiglio

Mike is a full time muskie guide on the world renowned Lake St. Clair.  With over 20 years of muskie fishing under his belt, he spends approximately 120 days per season on the lake fishing for muskies.  His accomplishments include a 55 1/4″ which weighed 41.45 lbs., three muskies over 56″, and 39 muskies boated in one day.

Muskies on Lake St. Clair – Trolling

Presented by Capt. Mike Pittiglio

Captain Mike will hold nothing back.  Mike’s hard-core multi-media Musky Trolling presentation will hit the highlights of last season on the lake from the first Saturday of June through December 15th.  All the hottest lures, locations and set-ups will be covered.  He will highlight what it takes for anglers to find the best water and troll it to maximum effect.  Lake St. Clair is the best Musky fishery in the world and Mike’s presentation will make your time next season on the water more fun and more productive.

Capt. Lance Valentine

As founder of Lance Valentine’s Walleye 101 and the “Fishing Education Center”, Lance has helped countless anglers catch more fish through seminars, workshops and educational charters.  Over 20 years of walleye fishing experience has gained Lance the knowledge needed to become known as an expert on marine electronics.  Catching more fish of all species begins with the ability to locate them and stay where they are, and Lance’s seminars will teach all you need to master your electronics.

Spoon Fed Walleye

Presented by Capt. Lance Valentine

The Lure is Last

Presented by Capt. Lance Valentine

Learn the proper way to approach fishing.

Electronics Workshop Covering Sonar and GPS

Presented by Capt. Lance Valentine

Bob Brunner

Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Legendary Guide

Bob will show you how to make Buck Tails from scratch and different ways to change body baits to make them help you take more fish. He will also relate some of his vast experiences over the last 77 years.  He has fished hundreds of lakes and rivers as well as 2 oceans plus he has guided on Lake St Clair for over 40 years. He caught his fist Bass and Pike in 1929 and the first Muskie in 1931. He will teach you how to rig for fish so you have the best chance to get into one.  Will answer any question he can about fishing that he can and if he doesn’t know he may know where you can get an answer.

Casting for Muskie and Pike

Presented by Bob Brunner

Capt. Lance Valentine

As founder of Lance Valentine’s Walleye 101 and the “Fishing Education Center”, Lance has helped countless anglers catch more fish through seminars, workshops and educational charters.  Over 20 years of walleye fishing experience has gained Lance the knowledge needed to become known as an expert on marine electronics.  Catching more fish of all species begins with the ability to locate them and stay where they are, and Lance’s seminars will teach all you need to master your electronics.

Jigging the Detroit River

Presented by Lance Valentine

Learn how to maximize your catch!

Getting the Most from your GPS

Presented by Lance Valentine

This seminar teaches you the secrets the pros use to maximize the use of a GPS unit.

Jim Bedford

He has become one of Michigan’s foremost authorities on fishing Michigan Rivers with spinners.  The retired toxicologist spends over 1,000 hours a year fishing Michigan Rivers and has written three books on the subject.  His most recent book “Spinner Magic!” has been a huge hit with Michigan anglers.

River Fishing With Lures for Steelhead and Trout

Presented by Jim Bedford

Jim will discuss how to pick the best local water and target the most active fish.  His presentation will include hands-on instruction of how to use equipment to your best advantage.  He will teach you how to cover the most water and consistently out produce other methods by targeting the aggressive fish in a long reach of stream.

Marianne Huskey

Marianne is known in the professional fishing world as “Walleye Woman.”  She is a 12 year veteran to walleye angling.  She has been competing at the professional level of the AIM Pro Walleye Series.  As the only female professional angler who competes in the Pro-AM Circuit, Marianne has been a highly featured angler in magazine, TV, radio and on the internet for the last two years.  She is also the director of the NPAA Youth Clinics for the AIM Tournaments.  Marianne works with other nonprofit organizations such as Fishing Has No Boundaries, Make a Wish Foundation, Anger Young Angler, and Women in the Outdoors.  With the ability to grab the attention of spectators while on stage, at the launch, or while conducting a seminar, she has been recognized as one of the most professional anglers among her peers.

AIM Pro Walleye Tips

Presented by Marianne Huskey

Dan Reed

Dan is with Strategic Fishing Systems.

Innovations in 3D Mapping for Fishermen

Presented by Dan Reed

Learn the latest in 3 dimensional GPS mapping.  This new product is amazing and allows anglers to maximize the results they get from their electronics while fishing Michigan Lakes.

Wilson Marine

Wilson Marine has focused on offering a family atmosphere through boating for the past 61 years.  They will share some of their expertise with keeping your boat maintained.  This is a great opportunity to learn from the pros.

“How To” Boat Maintenance

Presented by Wilson Marine

The New Fly Fisher – Host Colin McKeown

The New Fly Fisher is all about education.  There are quite a few fishing shows on television, even some purely fly fishing series.  The problem is few, if any, really help you learn.  That is why this series was conceived.  The New Fly Fisher is designed to be an educational and instructional experience.  It will teach you more about entomology and ecology.  How a graphite or cane rod is designed and built.  Why leaders are constructed a certain way and which cast will help you compensate for difficult water currents.  To explain why large Brown Trout are spooky in relation to other species or why small streams are precious and fragile environments.  Each week guests of the series will instruct you in something new and interesting about fly-fishing.  The New Fly Fisher is taking a 3-dimensional approach to education.  Clear and concise instruction and animation to help explain a specific point or tactic.  Don’t miss their unique fly fishing seminars on Lake Ultimate!

Fly Fishing in Ontario’s Great Outdoors

Presented by The New Fly Fisher

Fly Fishing for Northern Pike

Presented by The New Fly Fisher

Fly Fishing in Northern Ontario

Presented by The New Fly Fisher

Capt. Scott Shelagowski

Scott is a professional charter captain and trout and salmon tournament winner who specializes in year round open water fishing for Michigan’s cool-water species.  From Steelhead to Walleye, to huge King Salmon, something is always biting in our rivers and near-shore waters.  Scott’s years of on-the-water experience and practical knowledge is shared with many satisfied charter clients every year.

Michigan Steelhead in the River

Presented by Capt. Scott Shelagowski

This seminar is loaded with knowledge learned from guiding others to great catches.  Not just catching the fish himself, but instructing others and teaching them how to be successful as well.