LA Times Travel and Adventure Show 2010

Adventures In Travel

Sponsored by the Los Angeles Times, in one month from today the Travel & Adventure Show 2010 begins!

Travel & Adventure Show at a Glance

February 13 – 14, 2010
Los Angeles Convention Center
Travel Trade: Saturday 8 – 10 am
Public: Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 5 pm

Midwest Fly Fishing Expo

Midwest Fly Fishing Expo

2009 Midwest Fly Fishing Expo

Presented by the

Michigan Fly Fishing Club
Macomb Community College Sports & Expo Center
14500 #. 12 Mile Road
Warren MI 48088
(12 Mile & Hays, Warren, MI)

March 7th & 8th, 2009

Directions

From Interstate 696, exit Groesbeck Highway (M-97) and proceed north.  Then turn west onto Martin Road.  From I-94, exit 12 Mile Road and proceed west.  Then turn south onto Hayes Road.

Parking is available off both 12 Mile & Hays Roads

Check the weather in Warren before you leave!

FEATURING

Gary Borger

As Executive Vice President and equity partner in Targus Fly and Feather, Inc., Gary is intimately involved in all aspects of fly design,  new material sourcing, the incredible Targus ColorMatch™ System of coordinated colors for tying materials, rod and reel design, and much more.

There’s so much more to fly fishing than just learning how to catch more fish. Sure that’s significant in the overall picture, but there’s also another whole world of gear, fly tying materials and design tactics

Oscar Feliu

Oscar is a very innovative tier who is very well known for his realistic patterns. He has Shared his tying skills at several F.F.F. conclaves over the years, and is highly respected as a tier.

Bob Jacklin

Jacklin’s Fly Shop can take care of all your fishing needs, as we offer a complete tackle shop, guide service, flyfishing school, and up to date fishing reports on all the major waters in the area.

Jim Teeny

Jim has been doing Club and Sports Show presentations for the past 37 years.
and more…

Enjoy the 100′ Casting Pond!

Test Drive a New Rod!

Kids Fly Tying Area will be a great attraction!

Accommodations

Comfort Inn- Warren

Candlewood Suites Detroit, Warren, Mi

Quality Inn Warren

Restaurants in Warren

J Edgar’s On Hoover

Bob Evans Farms Restaurant

Chinese Village Inn

Shopping

Warren is just 8 miles from Chicago and all of Chicago’s shopping awaits you.

Things to do

Detroit Historical Museum – 8 miles from Warren

Detroit Zoo

Detroit People Mover – A fun ride around downtown.

Warren will welcome you warmly! Bring the family, make it a holiday!

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Our World-Underwater Dive & Travel Show

Our World-Underwater Dive & Travel Show

Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
9301 Bryn Mawr Ave
Rosemont, IL 60018
Rosemont, IL

February 20-22, 2009

Weekend at a Glance

OW-U runs over 3 days and has a lot for you to see.

Directions

Check the Weather in the Rosemont area before you leave

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2009

PSI Visual Cylinder Inspection Course

• Instructor: Mark Gresham
• Credits: Certificate issued on successful completion: NAUI & PADI endorsed
• Schedule: Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Public Safety Diver Workshop

• Hosted By: Diving Unlimited Intl., Ocean Technology Systems, SubSalve Lift Bags, Dive Rescue International, International Assn. Of Dive Rescue Specialists SeaBotix
• Schedule: Friday, 10:00am – 4:00pm
• Location: Hyatt Regency O’Hare

Underwater Photography Made Simple

• Instructor: Danielle Alary & Michel Gilbert
• Schedule: Friday, 9:00am – 12:00noon
• Room: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: This 3-hour workshop will help any beginner or intermediate underwater photographer.

Improving Your Underwater Video Workshop

• Instructor: Jim & Pay Stayer
• Schedule: Friday, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
• Room: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description:  This 3-hour workshop will cover the difference between HD and SD video formats.

Getting Good Exposures

• Instructor: Jack & Sue Drafahl
• Schedule: Friday, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
• Room: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: The biggest problem in underwater photography is getting a good exposure. This class will explore problems using both Point & Shoot and digital SLR cameras.

SATURDAY – FEBRUARY 21, 2009
DAN Oxygen Provider

• Instructor: Harold Bach, III
• Schedule: Saturday, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
• Location: TBA
•• Description: This practical session gives students hands on training in the use of a DAN oxygen unit and its component parts

Update / Recurrent Training

• Instructor: Mark Gresham
• Schedule: Saturday, 8:00am – 9:00am
• Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: The one hour update will renew and update your PSI Visual Cylinder Training per the code of Federal Regulations Hazmat handler.

Eddy Current Instrument Technician

• Instructor: Mark Gresham, Professional Scuba Inspectors, Inc
• Credits: Certificate issued upon successful completion: NAUI & PADI endorsed
• Schedule: Saturday, 9:30am – 11:30am
• Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: This course teaches students to understand and use the Eddy Current Instruments available for cylinder inspection

Valve Repair Technician Course

• Instructor: Mark Gresham
• Schedule: Saturday, 12:30pm – 2:30pm
• Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: This course teaches students the basics of J & K Valve service and repair in the cylinder inspection process.

Oxygen Cylinder Cleaning Technician Course

• Instructor: Mark Gresham, Professional Scuba Inspectors, Inc.
• Credits: Certificate issued upon successful completion
• Schedule: Saturday, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
• Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: This course provides you with the information you need to clean and maintain cylinders used for enriched air service.

To Tech or Not To Tech

• Instructor: Bob Sheridan
• Schedule: Saturday, 9:00am – 12:00 Noon
• Room: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: This workshop educates divers about the : prerequisites, courses, equipment, training, fitness, attitude, commitment and expense before plunging into tech diving.

Making A Picture – The Next Level in Photography

• Instructor: Danielle Alary & Michel Gilbert
• Schedule: Saturday, 9:00am – 12:00 Noon
• Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: A 3-hour workshop aimed at those who want to get more out of their u/w photography and complements the speakers’ other workshop “Underwater Photography Made Simple”.

Exploring Adobe Lightroom

• Instructor: Jack & Sue Drafahl
• Schedule: Saturday, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
• Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: If you are thinking of purchasing Adobe Lightroom, or if you already own it but are having trouble understanding how it works, then this is the program for you.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2009

DAN On-Site Neuro Assessment

• Instructor: Harold Bach, III
• Schedule: Sunday, 9:00 am – Noon
• Room: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: Learn how to conduct a neurological assessment on a potentially injured diver.

Rebreather 101:

Everything you Want to Know But Were Afraid to Ask
• Instructor: Richie Kohler & Tara Thomson
• Schedule: Sunday, 9:00am – 12:00pm
• Room: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: Join CCR Instructors Richie & Tara for a 3 hour workshop and hands on look at some of the closed circuit rebreathers available today.

Intro To Photoshop

• Instructor: Larry & Denise Tackett
• Schedule: Sunday, 12:00pm – 3:00pm
• Room: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Description: This workshop introduces the student to Adobe Photoshop and the art of image control, modification and manipulation.

How To Get Started in Video Production!

• Instructor: Annie Crawley
• Schedule: Sunday, 12:00pm – 3:00pm
• Room: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
• Descripton: When speaking with visuals, you must convey your story with images. Research, planning, anticipating and visualizing before getting wet will allow you to create better images. Film producer Annie Crawley will help you learn the basics of video production and show you how easy shooting and editing go hand in hand.

2009 OW-U Photo Competition

Hotels – Discounts for OW-U

Book your room early!

HYATT REGENCY O’HARE

DOUBLETREE HOTEL

EMBASSY SUITES

SOFITEL CHICAGO O’HARE

Film Festivals Sponsored

Restaurants

Chipotle

IHOP-International House of Pancakes

Quizno’s Subs

Shopping

In nearby Chicago shopping is unending.

Things to do!

The Donald E. Stephens Museum of Hummels

Rosemont Theatre

Rosemont awaits! Bring the family and enjoy a holiday.

Corporate Sponsorship
Become an OW-U sponsor today

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Fort Wayne Boat Show

Fort Wayne Boat Show

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
Fort Wayne, IN

February 5 – 8, 2009

Climb aboard and join us for one of the biggest boat shows of 2009.

Boat Show Hours:

Thursday  February 5        3:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Friday      February 6      10:00 a.m. -9:00 p.m.
Saturday  February 7      10:00 a.m. -9:00 p.m.
Sunday    February 8      12:00 noon-5:00 p.m.

Check the weather in Fort Wayne before you leave.

The Fort Wayne Boat Show and Sale. You¹ll find over 30 Marine Dealers from Indiana, Ohio and Michigan all in one place. Incredible prices, low financing and special incentives on boats, personal watercraft, accessories, piers and much more! Climb aboard, there’s never been a better time to save here at the boat sale.

Accommodations

Holiday Inn Express Fort Wayne East

Candlewood Suites – Fort Wayne NW

Residence Inn by Marriott Fort Wayne

Restaurants

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano

Bourbon Street Hideaway – Cajun to delight you.

Shopping

Glenbrook Square

Cookie Cottage

DeBrand Fine Chocolates

Things to do in Fort Wayne

American Heritage Village

Children’s Zoo

Genealogy? Biggest Collection of Records in the U.S.

Bring the family! Have a blast!

Website

33rd Annual Flint Camper & RV Show

33rd Annual Flint Camper & RV Show

Perani Arena & Event Center
3501 Lapeer Road
Flint, MI 48503

Located just south of I-69 at the Center Road exit.
Directions….View Map of the Show

February 5-8, 2009

Hours

Friday      February 5      2 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Saturday  February 6    11 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Sunday    February 7    11 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Monday   February 8      2 p.m-  9 p.m.

Check the Weather in Flint before you leave.

All types of new recreation vehicles-over 125 units and over 30 brands displayed; folding campers, motor homes, travel trailers, truck campers and fifth wheel travel trailers, ranging in price from $5,000 to more than $120,000.

Booths featuring parts and accessories, campground information, RV financing and RV rentals make this the complete RV show experience. Consumers can pick up the new 2009 RV & Campsite. This guide to camping and RV dealers in Michigan now includes coupons.

At the show, enter to win the Ultimate MIS Race Experience package from Michigan International Speedway. Includes tickets, camping and VIP access (valued at nearly $3,000).

Accommodations

Avon House Bed & Breakfast

Baymont Inn & Suits Flint

Comfort Inn Flint

Restaurants

Beale Street Smokehouse BBQ

Old Country Buffet

Frank’s Tavern - Seafood

Shopping

Genesee Valley Center -

130+ retailers anchored by Macy’s, JCPenney, Sears, and Burlington Coat Factory.

Prime Outlets Birch Run –

The Midwest’s largest outlet shopping center with over 150 brandname stores including Michigan’s only Pottery Barn Outlet.

Carriage Town Antique Center

What to do in Flint

Art Galleries and Museums

Theaters

Flint Cultural Center

Enjoy your chance for a holiday. Take the family along!

Website

Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show

Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show

Devos Place
303 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: (616) 742-6500

January 15 to 18, 2009! The One, The Only!

A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 125 RV lines will pack DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids with more motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and folding camping trailers than have ever been exhibited before under one roof in Michigan. RV accessories, campgrounds and travel destinations will share exhibit space with the fleet of new RV’s.

Dates, Times, Admission
2009 Dates & Times
Admission (Public)

Thursday, January 15         3 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Friday,      January 16       12 noon – 9:30 p.m.
Saturday   January 17       10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday     January 18       11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Jodie Ginter from Arizona will share several RV Adventure Videos throughout the show.

Assisting you in arriving at our location from all directions:

Check Grand Rapids Weather Forecast before you travel

Other Accommodations Available in Grand Rapids

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

Grand Rapids hotels guide … hotel reviews, all discounts, a lowest rate guarantee, and no booking fees.

Shopping Opportunities in Grand Rapids

Breton Village…Breton Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Centerpointe Mall … 3665 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
East Fulton… E Fulton St, Grand Rapids, MI

10 Best Restaurants:

10 Best Nightlife Locations:

Attractions and Activities

Enjoy a weekend with the family….Grand Rapids offers fun for everyone!

More about the  Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show

Chicago Muskie Show – Palatine IL

Chicago Muskie Show
Harper College
Algonquin Rd.
Palatine, IL.

January 9, 10, & 11, 2009

The high point of each years show is the line up of free seminars presented by the best known names in the muskie fishing world. The talks are exciting, informative, and entertaining.

Show Hours

Friday January 9th – 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
(Musky Mahem Day): Hourly drawings of custom tied Double Cowgirls.

Saturday  January 10th – 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
(Muskie Hunter Magazine Day): Drawing for a Musky Hunter Magazine Jacket

Sunday January 11th – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(Rollie & Helen’s Musky Shop Day): Drawing for FOUR St Croix Rods with Ambassadeur Reels at conclusion of the Rollie & Helen’s Musky Shop Poolside lure demos on Sunday morning.

The expo space at the Chicago Muskie Show is filled with tackle manufacturers showing the latest in musky baits (jerkbaits, bucktails, and surface baits), lures, rods, reels, nets, etc. There are also retailers, taxidermists, artists, boat dealers, guides, muskie clubs, resorts, muskie camps and lodges.

Win muskie tackle! Multiple free prize drawings for all ticket holders!

Daily Door Prizes!

Grand prize – Muskie Tackle Box filled with 40 choice muskie baits.
All paid attendees (Fri, Sat, & Sun) are eligible.
Winner need not be present.
Many additional prizes will be donated by exhibitors at the show.

Map and Travel Directions to the Chicago Muskie Show at Harper College

Check the weather in Palatine before you leave

Over 2,000 FREE Parking Spaces!

Other Accommodations Available Nearby

Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Palatine

Comfort Inn Palatine

Enjoy Shopping in Palatine

Palatine is a village in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is a northwestern residential suburb of Chicago. and has an estimated population of 67,232 as of 2005.

Make it a Holiday. Take your family and explore the area.

More about the Chicago Muskie Show

All-Canada Show – Chicago

All-Canada Show – Chicago

Jan 8-11, 2009

Pheasant Run Resort Mega Center
4051 E Main Street
St. Charles, IL 60174-5200
(630) 584-6300

The All-Canada Show attracts over 300 of the finest lodges Canada has to offer…and this show is the largest gathering of Canadian lodges to appear in every one of the nine great Midwest U. S. markets.

Take in the displays, attend the FREE seminars.

• Thursday 6:00 Norm McCreight Big Pike Tactics
  
• 7:30 Babe Winkelman Mastering Patterns

• Friday 7:00 Norm McCreight Art of Moose Hunting

• Saturday 12:00 Norm McCreight Art of Moose Hunting
• 5:00 Norm McCreight Big Pike Tactics

• Sunday 12:00 Norm McCreight Big Pike Tactics
• 2:00 Norm McCreight Art of Moose Hunting

Travel Directions

Easy directions, for arriving at our location, to help your travels move smoothly:

http://www.pheasantrun.com/maps/index.htm

Parking is provided free upon your arrival.

Check this 10 Day St Charles Weather Forecast before you travel

Other Accommodations Available in St. Charles:

Shopping & Antiques: Splendid opportunities for Spouses

The All Canada Show is held in Historic St. Charles, just a one hour drive from Chicago, features antique shops and specialty boutiques throughout downtown.

To plan your shopping adventures; www.visitstcharles.com

Enjoy an evening of entertainment; www.st-charles.il.us

Or sample some of the fantastic St. Charles Restaurants!

Or take in a movie at one of the theaters in St. Charles:

Arcadia Theater 105 E. Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 Phone 630-587-8400
Charlestowne 18, 3740 E. Main St. (Rt. 64), St. Charles, IL 60174 Phone: 630-587-3300

Make it a weekend event!
Bring the whole family!

Attend the All-Canada Show Chicago in St. Charles Illinois
at the Pheasant Run Resort Mega Center! Jan 8-11, 2009

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Featuring Events in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan and Illinois. Find Outdoor themed Sport Shows, Adventure, Boat, Fishing, Camping & Leisure Shows with Canadian Exhibitors.

Great Deals

Find some of the best holiday deals available – with the finest Lodges, Camps and Resorts in Canada. Take in Seminars to help you learn more about hunting and fishing, find amazing deals on outdoor gear and accessories and view outstanding presentations and demonstrations at a Sport Show this winter.