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Schaumburg Boat & Sport Show

February 10, 2009 at 6:13 am | In Boat Show, Fishing Trip, Illinois sport shows, Sport Show, Trade Show, Trip Planning, fishing seminars | No Comments
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Schaumburg Boat & Sport Show

Schaumburg Convention Center
1551 North Thoreau Drive
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Feb 12-15 2009

Show Hours

Thursday, February 12
3pm–9pm

Friday, February 13
1pm–9pm

Saturday, February 14
10am–9pm

Sunday, February 15
10am–5pm

Just a short drive to downtown Chicago and a one day’s drive from most major Midwest cities, the Schaumburg Convention Center hosts the Schaumberg Boat & Sport Show!

Directions to the Center

FREE Parking

Check the Weather in Schaumburg, IL before you leave.
Seminar Series

Learn new techniques and hear exciting stories from professional anglers about fishing and being on the water. Enjoy entertaining, fishing-oriented puppet shows and strolling acts. Over the course of four days, experience a wide variety of seminar topics. Your local anglers will be there and so should YOU!

Shimano Trout Pond

Free fishing for children 12 and younger in an indoor pond stocked with the largest trout east of the Mississippi!

USPS Passport Fair

For people planning a trip outside the US, the Schaumburg Post Office will be your ticket for travel tips. Staff will be there at the following times to assist with passport applications, fees and photos.

Contests and Giveaways

Win a $500 Show Shopping Spree — plus a 1-Night Stay at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Dinner for Two at Sam & Harry’s

Book a Trip and WIN a $300 Show Shopping Spree!

Buy a Boat & Win $5000 contest to a new boat buyer at the 2009 show!
Accommodations

Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel

Doubletree Hotel Schaumburg – 800-916-4641

Embassy Suites Schaumburg – 800-574-0835

Comfort Suites Schaumburg — 800-664-6835

Restaurants in Schaumburg

Chicago City Limits – Live Rock Music

Bahama Breeze Schaumburg – Traditional Caribbean Flavors

Village Tavern & Grill – Family dining, Children’s menu

Shopping

Woodfield Mall – Chicago’s Largest Mall

What to do in Schaumburg

Medieval Times Dinner Theater – European style castle.

Asha SalonSpa – Pamper yourself after a long day.

Bring the Family……..Enjoy a holiday!

Website

Ultimate Fishing Show

January 6, 2009 at 8:55 am | In Boat Show, Fishing Trip, Michigan sport shows, Sport Show, Trade Show, Trip Planning, fishing seminars | No Comments
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Ultimate Fishing Show

Ultimate Fishing Show – Detroit
Rock Financial Showplace
46100 Grand River Drive
Novi, MI 48374

Michigan’s BIGGEST Pure Fishing Show!

January 8 to 11th, 2009

2009 Dates & Times

Thursday, January 8       2pm – 9:30pm
Friday,      January 9      12 Noon – 9:30pm
Saturday, January 10    10am – 9pm
Sunday,    January 11    10am – 5pm

Daily Schedule

This show is all about fishing tackle, fishing trips, fishing boats and features: Lake Ultimate, Trout Pond, Seminar Stages, Walleye Fish Fry and more. Detroit is the largest freshwater fishing market in the U.S. …and now it has the Ultimate Fishing Show in the BEST suburban expo center!

Special Appearance by Babe Winkelman

Babe will make a special appearance at the Show on Sunday only, courtesy of Evinrude!

Super Salmon Clinic

Captains Dave Engle and Bill Bale of Best Chance Promotions will be on hand for a one time only special appearance for this must see presentation! ($20 Fee)

Trout Pond

The state’s BEST Trout Pond will be full of frisky rainbows to challenge anglers young and old.

Rock Climbing Wall

Participants may climb this 25-foot wall utilizing the state-of-the-art hydraulic billet system.

Fishing Boats

There is no better place to shop for a fishing boat! Area dealers display makes of every type of fishing boat used in Michigan.

Fishing Tackle

The ULTIMATE Tackle Expo! Michigan tackle shops supported by the major maufacturer displays offer the best deals of the year.

Fly Fishing Area
Presented by Colton Bay Outfitters & Michigan Fly Fishing Club
The Ultimate Fishing Show has teamed up with the best local fly fishing store to create a huge fly fishing area! With continuous free fly casting lessons and non-stop fly tying demonstrations, this area will offer the best in information and products to Detroit fly fishing anglers

Free Fly Casting Instruction – Come take advantage of the FREE fly casting instruction! Stop by and ask for help with fly casting fundamentals from beginner to advanced.

Fly Tyers Corner – Come to watch some of the top fly tyers in Michigan as they set up and demonstrate their favorite patterns or make a request. This is a constant workshop for anglers that share an interest in this artful pastime.

Directions

Check the Weather in Novi before you leave.

Accommodations in Novi

Your choice luxury to cheap found here.

Restaurants

Picasso Cafe

Rates: Inexpensive ($2 – $8) — Picasso Cafe makes their special recipe tuna, chicken, and turkey salads from scratch everyday. Their deli sandwiches are made with the highest quality meats and are served on breads baked fresh everday.
Address: 39915 Grand River Ave Novi MI 48375

Shopping

Twelve Oaks Mall

Crafts & Hobbies

What to do in Detroit

Museums

A grand array of museums, to compliment many interests, are available.

Greater Detroit Zoos & Aquariums

Castles & Stately Homes