The Sportsman’s Alliance for Alaska: Working to Save Alaska’s Lands and Sportsman’s Use of Them

February 13th, 2012 by sportshows No comments »

We’d like to introduce you to a group that is really dedicated to preserving Alaska’s public lands for sportsman’s use.  The Sportsman’s Alliance for Alaska is the only conservation entity whose sole purpose is to engage hunters and anglers from across the country in management decisions affecting Alaska’s public lands and your opportunity to hunt and fish on them.  From the rainforests of Southeast Alaska to Southwest Alaska’s famed Bristol Bay region, stop by to talk about Alaska and how you can help protect some of the planet’s finest hunting and angling.

The Sportsman’s Alliance for Alaska will be at the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, February 16-19  in Oaks, PA at Booth 511.  Stop in and find out more about them and more importantly, how you can help through local decisions, such as buying wild salmon vs. farm raised at the grocery store – it tastes a whole lot better too!

 

Take a look at these links for more information about the Sportsman’s Alliance for Alaska.

 

Website(s):  www.SportsmansAlliance4AK.org and www.SaveBristolBay.org

 

Twitter Address: http://twitter.com/SaveBristolBay

 

Facebook Address Page: http://www.facebook.com/SaveBristolBay

 

You Tube Channel:  http://www.youtube.com/savebristolbay

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Delaware Valley Outdoors to stream LIVE from the show!

February 5th, 2012 by sportshows No comments »

We will have Delaware Valley Outdoors streaming LIVE again this year at the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow.  You’ll be able to watch their live show feed at DVOTV.com or on the sportshows.com site.  Read more about it below:

Atlantic Video Productions

278 West State Street, Doylestown, PA. 18901

215-230-3666

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Michael Haney

215-205-7329

mikehaney1@verizon.net

 

 

Delaware Valley Outdoors Streaming Live Video from 2012 Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sport Show

In 2011 Delaware Valley Outdoors TV began streaming live video from the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sport Show and will be again in 2012, streaming 40+ hours of video and recorded programming. Interviews and seminars will be recorded and posted on YouTube for viewing later.

Delaware Valley Outdoors and its sister organization Big Bass University have long been regarded as “The Leading Authority” in outdoor educational programming. With over 100 years of outdoor experience the hosts have countless hours on the water helping them explain the common issues that stand in the way of anglers being more successful.

On-air TV host Bob Murray, Steve Horvath and John Hawthorne will host the video stream at DVOTV.com including interviews with local and national Pro’s and feature outdoor products found at the show. Both their TV and Outdoor knowledge make them uniquely suitable to ask the questions fans want the answers to, as well as being entertaining.

Delaware Valley Outdoors will be delivering six state of the art multimedia seminars at the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sport Show. Each seminar includes video, animation and detailed diagrams to explain each concept.

How to Fish For Striped Bass On The Delaware River – In this Seminar Captain Steve Horvath will share the methods to catch Striped Bass on the Delaware River from boat or shore. This seminar will focus on “Herring Free” tactics to comply with new regulations.

Thursday, February 16 at 6:00 Delaware River Striped Bass……… Lobby Theater 1

Saturday, February 18 at 4:00 Delaware River Striped Bass………. Lobby Theater 2

How to Fish Lake Hopatcong – In this seminar Captain Steve Horvath will show the tips and tactics he’s learned during his trips on New jersey’s largest and arguably best fishing lake for many species.

Friday, February 17 at 7:00 How to Fish Lake Hopatcong…………. Lobby Theater 1

Sunday, February 19 at 1:00 How to Fish: Lake Hopatcong………. Lobby Theater 2

Catching Flounder is no Fluke – Do you catch 50-150 Fluke per day on a regular basis? Catching more flounder equals more keepers! Learn the techniques from Captain Steve Horvath that will really increase the amount of flounder you catch on a daily basis. Also, learn about “slip bobber” fishing for this tasty fish.

Sunday, February 19 at 11:00 Flounder Fishing is No Fluke……… Lobby Theater 2

Introduction to Coastal Waterfowl Hunting – If you have ever wondered what it’s like to hunt the Coastal areas for waterfowl this is the seminar for you! Captain Steve Horvath has hunted waterfowl for over 35 years and knows the ins and outs of hunting the salt marshes and open waters of the coast. Learn how to increase your waterfowl success with some tips most beginning hunters don’t know.

Saturday, February 18 at 1:00pm Coastal Waterfowl Hunting………….. Lobby Theater 2

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Michael Haney
Executive Producer
Delaware Valley Outdoors
www.DelawareValleyOutdoors.com
mikehaney1@verizon.net

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Lots of Great Products on tap to be at the Shows this year!

January 30th, 2012 by sportshows No comments »

We like to bring products and companies to the shows that can help you on your fishing trips, on your hunting excursions or just in your everyday life.  Some of these products and companies have been around for a while and they’ll display some of their new models and product lines.  Others, are products and companies that are new to the market.  Either way – you will see a lot of variety in the products!

Below are some of the companies that will be bringing products to the shows this year.

@ the Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition, Worcester, MA – February 10-12

@ the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, Oaks, PA – February 16-19

@ the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY – March 1-4

@ The Saltwater Fishing Expo, Somerset, NJ – March 16-18

 

J & K Sunglasses – at all the shows!

 – Booth 200-201 @ Worcester / Booth 221-222 @ Oaks / Booth 236-237 @ Suffern / Booth 311-312 @ Somerset

We are retailers of quality polarized sunglasses.   Our brands include Costa Del Mar,Maui Jim,Ocean Waves,Wiley X,Solar Bat,Serengeti,Bolle’,and Flying Fisherman. We also sell Fitovers and clip-ons for those who wear perscription eyewear. We have been in business for 12 years and are very knowledgeable on polarization and UV protection.

 

Zebco/Quantum/Fin-Nor/Van Staal – at all the shows!

 – Booth 400-401 @ Worcester / Booth 311-313 @ Oaks / Booth 5-6 @ Suffern / Booth 405-407 @ Somerset

See all the great products from them at all of our shows – but here’s a few special treats they will have:

At the Oaks show Zebco will be featuring the new EXO Baitcast and Spinning reels for the fresh water customers and on the Salt Water side it will be the  new Blu rods and inshore spinning reels.

Fin-nor will have all the new inshore spinning reels, Sport Fisher Bait Runners and also the Marquesa 20&30 2 speed jigging reels on display.

Check out this Quantum EXO Launch Video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWdP-sv61JE

@ the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, Oaks, PA – February 16-19, the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY – March 1-4 & The Saltwater Fishing Expo, Somerset, NJ – March 16-18:

Porte-Bote  – Booth 414 @ Oaks /  Booth 819 @ Suffern / Booth 236 @ Somerset

On the anniversary of 40 years of continuous production, Porta-Bote International has unveiled its new high-performance portable folding boats.  See them at the show!

The internationally patented Porta-Bote is now available in the Genesis and eXxstream Series of 8′, 10′, 12′ and 14’ models with hulls weighing in at 54, 67, 77 and 97lbs. respectively. All Porta-Botes can be opened in just a few minute, weigh half as much as comparable aluminum boats and store easily with their 4 inch (11.4cm), flat folded size. The tough hulls carry a 10 year limited warranty by the manufacturer, never need painting and are unaffected by saltwater, fuel and even battery acid.

Naturally, Porta-Botes are ideal for the boating enthusiast who enjoys fishing, hunting and sailing but lacks the space to store ordinary boats. Porta-Botes are also extremely practical for owners of small autos and Rvs since they easily stow on the roof or side of the vehicle. By eliminating the need to tow a heavy trailer, fuel costs are significantly reduced.

In addition to being used as an owner’s main craft, Porta-Botes make excellent ship-to-shore dinghies since they take up so little space on board sailboats and cabin cruisers.

As for performance, Porta-Botes leave similar sized aluminum boats and inflatables in their wake only needing half the horsepower and using half the fuel of these heavier boats. The hull’s design traps the bow wave and guides it under the boat to dramatically reduce drag while increasing speed and stability.

 

Smart Troll  – Booth 310 @ Oaks /  Booth 434 @ Suffern / Booth 509 @ Somerset

“Smart Troll” measures lure depth so you know how deep the lure or bait is trolled. It also measures the temperature at the depth of the lure.  “Smart Troll” is the answer to the question; “is there a way to tell how deep a lure runs?” It is the only electronic system that enables you to tell how deep your lure is when trolling.

“Smart Troll” also tells you the water temperature at the lure’s depth.  It is an electronic system designed to help you know exactly how deep your lure (or bait) is running when trolling for fish. It can be used with any ordinary fishing rod and reel. You can fish straight off the boat, or use ”Smart Troll with a downrigger, outrigger, flat lines and even with planer boards.

You can use ”Smart Troll” for both fresh water and salt water fishing…and it is very easy to use.  Whether fishing with lures or fishing with live (or cut) bait… ”Smart Troll” will help you to increase your catch!!  “Smart Troll” tells you exactly how deep you are trolling a lure, cut bait or live bait.

The ”Smart Troll” system includes a Hand-Held Receiver, a Hydrophone and one or two Sensors. It has the ability to monitor one lure or two lures (at the same time) and is very easy to use. Simply attach the small Acoustic Sensor between your leader and main line (with the lure or bait of your choice attached to the other end of the leader). The leader can be any length that you choose. The sensor is so small (0.5 inch diameter) and light (about 1 ounce in air and virtually weightless in water) that it hardly affects the action or “feel” of the lure and is not noticeable at all when fighting a fish.

The ”Smart Troll” Sensor incorporates tiny electronic circuits that monitor the lure’s depth and temperature and transmits a signal through the water to the boat. Every 10 to 15 seconds the sensor sends an encoded acoustic signal through the water to the Hydrophone. The Hydrophone converts it to an electrical signal and the Receiver “reads” the electrical signal and displays the lure’s depth and the water temperature at that depth. It works GREAT at Depths over 200 feet and speeds of up to 4.5 MPH and with over 100 yards of line out.

For more information please visit:   http://www.smarttroll.com/

 

@ the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY – March 1-4:

DOKDO Co, LTD – Booth 911 @ Suffern

Check out the Barocook Flameless Cook System at the show.

BAROCOOK – in actual use :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5i1N_r6PO3c

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

@ the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY- March 1-4:

Flash Watersports and Marine – Booth 2005

Flash Watersports and Marina on Lake Hopatcong, NJ will be exhibiting Tracker Boats www.trackerboats.com, Nitro Performance Boats www.nitro.com and SunTracker Pontoon Boats www.suntrackerboats.com.

 

@ The Saltwater Fishing Expo, Somerset, NJ – March 16-18:

G & B Fishing Systems – Booth 444-445

Sting—O G-Rod Series

Simple Reliable – Great Rods without the Hype

Sting-o Fish known for their jigs, took the next step with their new rod series. Like their jigs, these rods offer exceptional quality at a reasonable price. These rods are made for fisherman. Their bend reduces strain on the angler and provides the angler lifting power with plenty in reserve.

Blank: Ultra strong Carbon Fiber

Guides: Polished Zirconia ceramic ring. The Zirconia ring has similar qualities to Silicon Carbide without it being brittle. It offers the smooth, strong surface for today’s braid lines

Reel Seat: Aluminum hoods and two lock nuts, graphite body give you strength without the weight for a 4 seasons rod that will not leave you cold in the winter

Gimbal: Aluminum Gimbal with rounded edges for comfort in the fight out of the belt

The 5’6 model is a true speed jigging rod, short light weigh made for a full day of jigging

The 6’6 model is the perfect alternative to heavy party boat rods. Can also serve as a shorter popping rod for the angler that wants to try their hand at jigging and popping. Or be just the right tool when the fish are too big for the 7-8’ popping rods as realized on the Cape this season.

The 7’6 popping rod is the perfect rod for the novice and the seasoned angler alike. Light weight to cast all day, throws a plug very well and the soft curve of the rod makes fighting and lifting large fish as effortless as possible.

Item #                   UPC                       Desc                                                                      Retail

JN562C_200        628586897106    Sting-O JIG CASTING 562C  200G            US$209.99

JN562C_350        628586897113    Sting-O JIG CASTING 562C  350G             US$209.99

JN562C_500        628586897120    Sting-O JIG CASTING 562C  500G           US$209.99

JN562S_200        628586897137    Sting-O JIG SPINNING 562S  200G          US$209.99

JN562S_350        628586897144    Sting-O JIG SPINNING 562S  350G           US$209.99

JN562S_500        628586897151    Sting-O JIG SPINNING 562S  500G           US$209.99

JN602C_200        628586897168    Sting-O JIG CASTING 602C  200G           US$229.99

JN602C_350        628586897175    Sting-O JIG CASTING 602C  350G            US$229.99

JN602C_500        628586897182    Sting-O JIG CASTING 602C  500G            US$229.99

JN602S_200        628586897199    Sting-O JIG SPINNING 602S  200G          US$229.99

JN602S_350        628586897205    Sting-O JIG SPINNING 602S  350G          US$229.99

JN602S_500        628586897212    Sting-O JIG SPINNING 602S  500G          US$229.99

PN762C_80         628586897229    Sting-O POPPING spin 762C 80G               US$249.99

PN762C_140       628586897236    Sting-O POPPING spin 762C 140G              US$249.99

PN762C_280       628586897243    Sting-O POPPING spin 762C 280G            US$249.99

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Desktop Scouting

January 20th, 2012 by sportshows No comments »

The digital world is truly everywhere – even on your hunting and fishing trips.  Stu Bristol has submitted this great article that offers tips on how to get the most out of your hunting and/or fishing trips by using today’s technology.  Thank you for the article Stu!   Visit Stu Bristol’s site for more tips and information at www.stubristol.com and you can also see him at the Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition, February 10-12, at the DCU Center in Worcester, MA.

 

Desktop Scouting

 By Stu Bristol

By far the most asked question at my sport show seminars is: “How do you go into a strange area and instantly find fish or game? Do you have a staff of hunters and anglers that go before you and make notes?”  Sorry to disappoint you people but the secret to pre-scouting success is sitting right on top of my desk in the office; my desktop computer with a high speed web connection.

I may have been one of the forerunners in the field of desktop scouting but given today’s technology on desktop computers, digital telephone, laptop computers and the new tablets, just about everyone can duplicate my techniques.

I begin with a road map, either on paper or, as I prefer, a DVD land navigation software that integrates both road maps and genuine U.S.G.S. topographic maps. I locate the area I will be hunting, fishing etc. and copy and paste a segment of the road map and then the corresponding area on the topo quadrangle.

By examining the topographic projection I can see the contour of the land, lake, pond or river. I take note of contour lines that are close together indicating steep terrain. If I’m fishing and the contour lines are close together along one shoreline, I can be certain the water column will be deeper along that shoreline, probably holding coldwater species.

If I am scouting for deer I look for what I call “game funnels.” These are areas that all game, especially deer will have to ‘funnel’ down or be forced through a narrow part of the terrain such as around a vernal pool or between a ridge saddle.

Next I’ll look for wooded marshes. These are indicated by small hash marks to simulate marsh grass. If the background color is green, there is a minimal amount of water and hunters can walk through. If the background color is blue you will need a canoe.

Many times within those wooded marshes that are indicated by marsh grass and green background color there are elevation changes or “islands.” These are prime places for trophy whitetail bucks to bed or hang out during the bulk of daylight hours to escape hunters. They will move in and out of these sanctuaries at or before daybreak and again at dusk. Set up a ground or tree blind taking wind direction into account and your success should increase.

The same method of scouting can be utilized even before heading out looking for wild turkeys. All wildlife species are creatures of habit. They sleep somewhere, they feed somewhere and they prefer certain terrain features to court a mate.

Wild turkeys will most often roost in softwood trees a few yards inside green fields or in the deep woods, within sight of a woodland opening and/or a small silent stream. They avoid noisy brooks and wide rivers.

Some of the same given facts can be utilized for deer and turkeys. First rule of thumb is to find the hens and find the does and the male counterparts will find you. Never lose sight of the most glaring fact associated with fishing and hunting is that the hunter/angler becomes a play actor.

The fishing lure you present is really an extension of yourself in that you manipulate the lure to imitate food. Look at each of your most productive lures and you will quickly see that you are the “puppet master.” In my upcoming book I refer to myself as “The Deadly Imposter.”

While turkey hunting in the spring you assume many roles including a lovesick hen a challenging gobbler, young jake, etc. but never forget you are a play actor and the section of woodland you selected is your “stage.”

Successful deer hunters rely upon their ability to locate the travel routes of deer both male and female. They very often use grunt calls, rattling antlers and bodily fluid scents to fool their prey.

Begin with road maps, topographic maps a good quality compass a handheld GPS receiver and the willingness to re-examine your role as the hunter. Hone your performances and come prepared.

For a face-to-face discussion on this topic, meet me at the DCU Center, Worcester, MA on February 10 – 11 when I present seminars on desktop scouting. Visit www.sportshows.com for times. Questions and comments are also welcome at my website, www.stubristol.com or find me on Facebook.

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Outfitters, Hunting Products, Hunting Experts and so much more!

January 14th, 2012 by sportshows No comments »

If hunting and the outdoors is what you like, the Sport Shows is where to be.  The Sport Shows has hunting experts, hunting products, hunting outfitters and so much more.  Our goal is to bring as much diversity to the show as we can so our attendees can see it all in one place.  So, if it’s a hunting trip you want to plan or a new bow you want to buy, come to the Sports Shows and find what you need.  Below is a sampling of what and who will be at the shows this year – we can’t wait to see you there too.

@ the Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition, Worcester, MA – February 10-12 & @ the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, Oaks, PA – February 16-19:

EZ Hunter LLC – Booth 709 @ Worcester / Booth 833 @ Oaks

The Sit-Drag weighs just 9 oz., sets up in seconds and is a seat and more efficient animal drag. Weight limit- 400 lbs.  Comes with a belt loop carrying case, 1100 lb. caribiner.  It is “The Most Comfortable Seat In The Woods”.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

@ the Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition, Worcester, MA – February 10-12 & the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY – March 1-4:

Whitetail Strategies – Booths 923 & 924 @ Worcester /  Booths 107 & 108 @ Suffern 

Peter Fiduccia – aka The Deer Doctor – will be available to talk to you and listen to your deer hunting questions.  He will also be giving daily deer hunting seminars.  Don’t miss his entertaining and informative seminars – FREE gifts are given out at each one!

Seminar Times for the Worcester Show:

Peter’s “Ultimate Whitetail Seminar” at the Worcester Show are:

Friday, Feb. 10 at 1:30pm

Saturday, Feb. 11 at 12:45pm

Sunday, Feb. 12 at 12:45pm

Kate’s cooking demos at the Worcester show will be:

Friday, Feb. 10 at 5:30pm

Saturday, Feb. 11 at 3:00pm

Sunday, Feb. 12 at 2:00pm

The Suffern seminar schedule will be posted soon at http://www.sportshows.com/suffern/suff_seminars.html and you can check the times for Peter’s seminars there.

For now – check out these videos…..

Snort Deer Call – Peter Fiduccia

Peter Fiduccia – aka The Deer Doctor – demonstrates how to use a snort call to attract deer and how to use it to intentionally roust deer from cover.

KK QuickTip Venison Cooking 2010 QT.mov

Cooking Wild in Kate’s Kitchen segment from Woods N’ Water TV. Kate Fiduccia shares a quick tip for venison cutlet sandwiches brought to you in part by Outdoor Edge knives.

 

 

@ the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, Oaks, PA – February 16-19:

PJ Safaris – Booth 620

PJ Safaris is based in Musina and operates throughout the Limpopo Province of South Africa on hunting lands stretching well over 200,000 hectare. Our hunting areas are home to basically all the animal species found in South Africa including the Big Five. We also have concessions in the Northern Free State where we hunt open plains game species such as Black Wildebeest, Common – Black and White Springbuck, White and Common Blesbuck, etc.

PJ Safaris is not only a hunting business, but also the result of our passion for wildlife and our willingness to share it with other people. Our aim is to offer some of the most exciting experiences and ensure that you will enjoy a fair and ethical chase in search of the ultimate trophy.

      

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

High Arctic Adventures – Booth 536

High Arctic Adventures/Diana Lake Lodge/Lake Ternay Lodge Diana Lake Lodge located in the Nunavik region of Canada offers trophy barren ground caribou, willow and rock ptarmigan and musk ox hunting.  Also included is fishing for sea-run arctic char, trophy brook trout and lake trout. Lake Ternay Lodge offers trophy fishing for brook trout, lake trout, native landlocked salmon and pike.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D.I.R.T. – Booth 635

We are a Modular Hunting blind company.  Our blinds come apart in 6 pieces for ease of set up and moving.  Our company is family owned and operated out of Pa.

www.dirtblinds.com

 

Robert E Little Inc. – Booths 736-737 & 806-807

We will be featuring the new 2012 John Deere XUV 550 and XUV 550 S4 utility vehicles. These are a completely new size four wheel drive unit and the first unit to have seating for four!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxmQWti-OfE&feature=youtu.be

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

@ the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, Oaks, PA – February 16-19 & the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY – March 1-4:

Spruill’s Pasture Outfitters – Booth 607 @ Oaks / Booth 30 @ Suffern

Welcome to Spruill’s Pasture Hunting Club Outfitters. We invite you to our rustic 1950′s era hunting camp and experience what it was like to be a part of one of the old deer hunting clubs that used to be prevalent in Northeastern North Carolina.  Located in the heart of the Indian Woods area of Bertie County, North Carolina, Spruill’s Pasture’s hunting camp consists of a clubhouse and several cabins that can sleep from 2 to 6 people. The Pasture Tract is privately owned family land that dates back to the 1830’s and is comprised of nearly 3,500 acres of pocosin swamp and high ground timberland where white-tailed deer, black bear, and wild turkey’s abound.

You Tube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/spruilltrailcams Facebook

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Spruills-Pasture-Outfitters/110466525657105

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

@ the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, Oaks, PA – February 16-19 & The Saltwater Fishing Expo, Somerset, NJ – March 16-18:

Knives Deal – Booths 612 & 613 @ Oaks / Booths 113 & 114 @ Somerset

www.KnivesDeal.com

One Stop Shop for Movie Swords, Anime Swords, Blank Firing Replica Guns, Medieval Replica Weapons, Spring Assist Knives, Daggers, Crossbow and more. We Have The Best Selection!

Youtube channel

http://www.youtube.com/user/knivesdeal

 

 

@ the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY- March 1-4:

Sportsman’s Safari – Booth 46

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eagle River Realty – Booth 716

Eagle River Realty, LLC is a licensed Real Estate Broker and participating Broker with Cabelas Trophy Properties based in Hamilton, New York, Madison County and Williamstown, Massachusetts, Berkshire County; We are proud to represent buyers & sellers for homes, farms, ranches, water front, coastal properties, mountain estates, hunting tracts.

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Winter Fishing

January 9th, 2012 by sportshows No comments »

A word to sum up a successful winter fisherman:  persistent.  While winter for most people involves visions of hitting the slopes or hibernating in a recliner in front of a roaring fire, for a winter fisherman it just means getting yourself geared up a bit differently and getting out there as much as you can.  Read the few blogs and articles we’ve found that we hope give you a few new tips to catch more fish.  Stay warm and fish more!

http://www.bassresource.com/fishing/winter_bass_fishing.html

http://www.outdoorhub.com/how-to/kevin-vandams-winter-bass-fishing-tactics/

http://www.bassresource.com/fishing/Winter_Lures.html

http://www.worldfishingnetwork.com/users/wfn/blog/tips-for-finding-fish-through-the-ice-176651.aspx

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Plan Your Next Fishing Trip at the Sport Shows

January 3rd, 2012 by sportshows No comments »

Plan your next fishing trip at the Sport Shows!

Whether you want to find a local charter boat or plan a fishing excursion miles from home, the Sport Shows will have charter companies and Captains on-hand to talk to you about their guided trips, their favorite fishing spots, and what they catch and when – come to the Sport Shows to plan your next fishing trip.  Below are a few charter companies who will be at one or more of our shows.  For a complete list of exhibitors, go to our website www.sportshows.com.

@ the Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition, Worcester, MA – February 10-12 & @ the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY – March 1-4:

Captain John Whale Watch – Booth 712 @ Worcester / Booth 824 @ Suffern

Join us for a fishing trip for both beginners and the experienced angler will enjoy the action aboard a Captain John deep sea fishing excursion. A climate-controlled cabin where you will find food and your favorite beverages-

 

@ the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, Oaks, PA – February 16-19:

Scales n Tales – Booth 327

My boat is a 32′ Contender with twin 2011 300 HP Yamaha engines. I am a licensed 6 pack charter boat specializing in inshore and offshore fishing trips. We are located near Sandy Hook, New Jersey.

 

 

@ the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, Oaks, PA – February 16-19 & the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY – March 1-4:

K&G Resort – Booth 328 @ Oaks / Booth 409 @ Suffern

K&G Resort and TOP GUN charters on Lake Ontario would like to announce their son, Captain Chad Gehrig, bought his own boat and is joining the family business. SON OF A GUN is a twin to TOP GUN, a 40’ Jersey sportfisherman. K&G Resort now offers two of Lake Ontario’s largest charter fishing vessels. See us at the sport shows for special pricing and to reserve your summer fishing adventure.  If any other information is needed please email me back at cabins@kglodge.com . We also set up a facebook account and posted all fishing pictures from this summer on it. The facebook account is “son of a gun & top gun sportfishing”.

 

@ the World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition,  Suffern, NY- March 1-4:

Alaska Denise Lake – Booth 310

World-Class Fishing & Lodging Packages, with licensed and Coast Guard approved Alaskan guides! We have areas for fish cleaning, processing, vacuum sealers, as well as packaging and ample freezer space for your convenience. Our pilot is eager to whisk you from our dock and transport you to a variety of remote locations throughout the state. We also arrange Float Trips, Photo Safaris, Canoe & Rafting Trips, Glacier Treks, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Glacier Day Cruises, Bear and Glacier Flight Viewing. Enjoy a delicious-hearty breakfast with good old-home hospitality and service!

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Island Current Fleet – Booth 303

The ISLAND CURRENT FLEET sails from City Island, New York, at Jack’s Bait & Tackle (1st Traffic light on right after the City Island Bridge). The ISLAND CURRENT FLEET consists of four boats: ISLAND CURRENT (up to 21 passengers), the 50′ ISLAND CURRENT II (up to 49 passengers), the 76′ ISLAND CURRENT III (up to 110 passengers) and the new 65′ ISLAND CURRENT IV (up to 75
passengers), all of which are United States Coast Guard inspected and licensed fishing boats which sail daily as open/charter boats for either day or night fishing.

NEW LOCATION! Now sailing out of Jack’s Bait & Tackle, 551 City Island Ave., Bronx, NY 10464.

Winter Location: SNUG HARBOR, RHODE ISLAND 410 Gooseberry Road, Wakefield, RI 02879

3 AM CODFISH DAILY

OPEN BOAT TRIPS & PRIVATE CHARTERS DAILY

 

Kayman Charters – Booth 518

You can be assured many years of knowledge and experience go into your fishing trip. Captain Kevin has over 20 years of following fish migration.  Captain Rob has kept meticulous records of day by day success of Cod, Haddock and Pollack for years. A lot of homework goes into each of our inshore, offshore, and deep sea fishing charters in Massachusetts, so you only have to worry about reeling in the fish!

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@ The Saltwater Fishing Expo, Somerset, NJ – March 16-18

Reel Fun Sportfishing – Booth 746

Reel Fun Sportfishing, located in the Sandy Hook, NJ area, specializes in light tackle bait, lure and fly fishing for Striped Bass and Fluke (Summer Flounder) fishing the waters of Raritan Bay, Sandy Hook Bay, the Shrewsbury and Navesink Rivers as well as numerous inshore ocean locations. We also fish for Sea Bass, Blackfish, Weakfish and Bluefish. Our light tackle charters are for 1 to 4 anglers and our fly fishing trips are limited to 2 experienced saltwater fly fishing anglers and are sure to test your fishing skills. We sail from the beginning of April through November. Come see us at the Saltwater Expo and take advantage of our show special offer.

 

 

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Sporting Dog Feeding Tip

December 21st, 2011 by sportshows No comments »

If you live in the North and are now looking at a cold snowy winter rather than continuing with warm days afield, you’re probably putting up your gun for the season.  Unless you plan to continue to run your dog vigorously this winter, you need to consider changing how you feed your dog.  Remember that Native Dog Food  is the only high-performance premium dog food with a four level feeding system.

My dogs are fed Level 3 (30% protein/20% fat) beginning around August 1st in preparation for the hunting season.  Now, however, I’ve dropped to Level 2 (26% protein/16% fat) since, with less exercise, they don’t need the calories and protein.  Since the basic ingredients are the same in the Native level system, I don’t have to worry about my dogs’ digestive system adjusting to different ingredients, as would be the case with other dog food brands.

Watch over 50 videos and read over 50 articles on bird dog training and upland bird hunting at www.birddogsafield.com.

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The Joys of Ice Fishing

December 12th, 2011 by sportshows No comments »

Well, it’s finally feeling more like December in the northeast with the nights dropping into the teens and 20′s and the daytime highs in the 30′s and 40′s.  The ice has not formed yet, but soon we’ll start seeing those ice shacks along our rivers and lakes.  Start planning for your next ice fishing adventure with some of the tips and ideas from Stu Bristol.  Thank you to Stu Bristol for contributing this post.  Visit his site for more tips and information at www.stubristol.com

The Joys of Ice Fishing

By Stu Bristol, Master Maine Guide  

Why remain one of “those guys” that sits on the cold ice all day, waiting for those one or two trout or salmon to select your tiny minnow swimming sluggishly under the ice? Bring the whole family or friends, or both and head out for the land of many flags (tip-ups, that is).

Regardless of which state you winter fish, there is sure to be plenty of lakes and ponds that offer less finicky fish species such as bass, crappie, perch and more. Bring along a BBQ grill, some burgers and dogs or share freshly killed venison steaks. You can even munch out on fish fillets caught just moments before.

Drag out a fishing shelter or make one of your own design. The same tent you use for summer camping works very well on the ice. Either way, you’ll need to rig up ice anchors to keep the whole thing from sailing across the ice.

Even if you lone wolf the day, bring along a radio, a good book or any of the creature comforts that help you relax and get you mind off the bitter cold winds and ice cube hands.

Ice fishing, over the years has always been a sport enhanced by home-made innovations. A makeshift shelter can be fashioned by using three or four tent poles or sapling tied in tee pee fashion to ward off the winds. Isn’t it funny how a sheet of newsprint will stop a stiff, cold breeze?

Of course you’ll want something more substantial than newsprint but it doesn’t take much to ward off the cold. Most of the time our shelter isn’t even used on sunny calm days. It’s there for the family members who want more warmth or a quiet darkened place to play games on one of the modern cellphones or tablets.

There is no written rule that demands you sit diligently and watch for the tip-up flag to wave. Believe me, when a flag goes up just about anyone in sight will shout it out. There are even signals and buzzers that can be attached to tip-ups to signal a bite.

This just be my take on ice fishing but the day really needs to center around food. I let the others in the party run after the flags while I prepare comfort foods fit for any tailgate party.

Burgers and dogs are fine but why not pick up some skewers and make up a batch of ka-bobs? What you impale on those skewers is varied as your imagination. First choice, of course would be moose or venison steak alternately spaced with onions, peppers potatoes and more.

As for the cooking fire, I shy away from the propane grills due to the low pressure and cold temperatures. Many times the propane governor will freeze. Instead I bring along charcoal or just enough hardwood sticks to cook. Neither one will leave a mess on the ice and are biodegradable. Less weight to carry back to the truck, also, unless your sled it weighted down with giant fish.

Check the regulations and ask around where the best spots on the ice might be. You could just sit on shore for a few minutes and take notes of where other anglers have been setting up. By no means do I suggest that you crowd out the regulars but, during the weekdays, you could very well have the ice to yourself.

Safety is always a concern when ice fishing and I never leave the truck without an ice chisel. They are for sale at most sporting goods outlets that sell ice fishing gear but I made a couple by flattening out the end of a 6-foot length of ¾-inch electrical conduit and sharpening the flattened end. Be sure to wrap a few turns of hockey stick tape where you hold the chisel to keep it from slipping out of your grasp and into the water.

Test the ice every few yards, especially on warm days or late in the season. Many times the ice will be solid at daybreak but will give way by mid-morning or later in the day. Be especially cautious of places that may have current under the ice such as water between island, around the points of land, and the mouths of brooks or streams entering the pond or lake.

If you plan to be in the Worcester area February 10-11, I would be more than happy to offer more ice fishing tips. Check out the show schedule at www.sportshows.com  and click on the Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Expo, February 10-12, 2012. Comments and questions are always welcome at my website, www.stubristol.com or visit me on Facebook.

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Wild Turkey Hunting Tips

November 15th, 2011 by sportshows No comments »

Just in time for Thanksgiving and for those of you still in wild turkey hunting season in your communities….Thank you to Stu Bristol for contributing this post.  Visit his site for more tips and hunting information at www.stubristol.com

Wild Turkey Hunting Tips

By Stu Bristol

What’s in my Turkey Vest?

In a perfect world my day ends with 20+ pounds more in my vest than when it began so I don’t need to carry around any more weight than absolutely necessary.

Completely empty out your turkey hunting vest and prioritize. What do you really need? What creature comforts are you including and how much useless junk has accumulated?

Here’s a list of what makes it inside my turkey vest during both the Spring and Fall seasons.

Water bottle- at least 20 ounces, stored in a vertical pocket. Water stored horizontally makes gurgling sounds that could cost you a longbeard.

Calls – One box call,  one owl hooter, one slate over glass call with peg for dry conditions and one Acrylic striker for wet conditions and at least three diaphragms; one young hen, one raspy old hen and one cutter call. I carry a gobbler call only during the Fall season to create mock dominance struggles.

Decoy -  Folding or roll-up decoy that I stuff with grass or leaves but carry flat or folded.

Food, Comfort Items – sandwiches, energy bars, trail mix, toilet paper, matches, Sailor’s folding knife – sharp heavy blade with serrated rope cutter near the handle. (on my belt)

Navigation Tools – Orienteering style compass, basic GPS receiver and 7.5 minute topo map.

License, Tags – Copy of current license and original turkey tags, pinned in holder on the iside pocket of vest. Some states allow online downloading. I seldom carry my wallet while hunting. I also use reusable waterproof tags that attach to the turkey.

Plastic Bags – With zipper closure for use in keeping camera, cell phone and other items clean and dry and to store fiddleheads, brook trout and other edibles I may come across. I wear point-and-shoot camera on my belt and turn off phone and store it inside pocket in a plastic bag for emergency use only.

Fishing Gear – Craft a lightweight fishing rod and line by taking the tip-top of a broken flyrod or spinning rod. Add 10 feet of weight forward flyline and 6 feet of tapered leader. Select productive flies and lures – no more than 6. I carry nymphs, wet fly, streamer and small spinning lures.

Orange Cap or Vest – Lightweight vest and wool cap. Easily stored and used anytime I am walking in the turkey woods.

 

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