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The following information is from the 2013 Outdoorama.  The 2014 schedule coming soon...

Schupbach's Bow Tuning 101

Commemorative Bucks of Michigan

CBM will teach you how to score your trophy!

Deer Scoring 101

Presented by Commerative Bucks of Michigan

Jason Herbert

Outdoor writer, speaker and Bear Archery Prostaffer, Jason Herbert has enjoyed great success pursuing his passions in the outdoor industry.  Jason is a nationally published writer with works in Outdoor Life, North American Whitetail, Deer and Deer Hunting, Petersen's Bowhunting, and Bow and Arrow Hunting.  He has also worked with several small regional publications.  Working with Bear Archery keeps Jason busy and he's quickly become a regular speaker at shows and events through the Great Lakes region.  Making is living as a public school teacher, Jason has carved out his niche as a "regular guy" who lives and hunts in the real world.  His advice and tactics are practical and apply to almost everyone. 

Hunting on a Dime

Presented by Jason Herbert

The passion for hunting doesn't fizzle with our dull economy.  In fact, more and more people are taking to the outdoors to re-connect with nature.  Nationally published outdoor writer and speaker Jason Herbert will discuss practical ways to live the hunting obsession without breaking the family budget.  He will cover a diverse range of topics such as long distance scouting, gaining access to property without leasing, and making several products hunters regularly purchase for a fraction of the cost at home.  This seminar promises to leave everyone with new ideas and the challenge to "hunt on a dime."

Mike Schultz

Born and raised in Southeast Michigan, Mike has been involved in the outdoors his entire life.  During his teenage years he developed an interest in fly fishing.  The majority of his free time was consumed with fishing and tying.  After graduating from Eastern Michigan University he started guiding and working in the fly fishing industry full time.  His angling travels have taken him from Alaska to Patagonia and many places in between.  Logging 200+ days a year on the water annually, Mike has developed a vast knowledge of Midwestern waters and beyond.

Mike is the owner of Schultz Outfitters, a fly fishing guide service specializing in South Eastern Michigan warm-water angling, instruction and destination travel.

Fly Fishing 101: Getting Started with Schultz Outfitters

Presented by Mike Schultz

Bob Brunner

Freshwater 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 relate some of his vast experiences over the last 78 years.  Bob has fished hundreds of lakes and rivers, as well as two oceans, plus he has guided on Lake St. Clair for over 40 years.  He caught his first Bass and Pike in 1929 and his first Muskie in 1931.  He will teach you how to rig for fish, so you have the best chance to get into one.  Bob will answer any question he can about fishing and if he doesn't know, he may know where you can get an answer.

Casting Bucktails for Muskie, Pike & Bass

Presented by Bob Brunner

Mark Romanack

Mark, "the outdoors guy," is a life-long outdoorsman and one of the nation's most active members of the outdoor media.  As graduate of Northern Michigan University with a B.S. Degree in Conservation, Romanack has spent his entire career working to help others better understand and appreciate the outdoors.  Romanack's outdoor career started in 1981 as an Environmental Educator.  While working as a naturalist, he began to write outdoor articles to supplement his income.  His first article was published by Michigan Out of Doors Magazine.  This part-time hobby grew into a full fledged career with writing and photography credits in over 30 different local, regional and national magazines.  He has published 11 different books on fishing, including the widely popular Precision Trolling series, has authored more than 3,000 feature articles and columns, sold hundreds of magazine covers and countless support photographs, and has plunged into the TV world by hosting and field producing a new TV series Fishing 411 on the World Fishing Network.  Romanack has also become a public speaker on a variety of outdoor topics.  He is considered one of the nation's leading authorities on walleye fishing and all things trolling, plus dog training and wing shooting.

Walleye Fishing 411

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 requires 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.

Dog Gone Dog Training

Presented by Mark Romanack & Mason

Watching a finely tuned hunting dog is a pleasure and amazement.  Enjoy as avid bird hunter, outdoor writer and seminar leader Mark Romanack puts Mason, his four year old black lab, through his paces right on the water.  Covered in this informative demonstration are marked retrieves, blind retrieves, whistle commands, hand signals and a brief discussion on understanding dog behavior.  The goal is to show that with a little effort anyone can effectively train their own dog for waterfowl or upland hunting.

Mark Martin

There is no denying walleye are finicky fish, and fishing pro Mark Martin is no stranger to teaching others on how to catch them.  Martin has been giving seminars on the subject since his first tournament win in 1991, during the first-ever Professional Walleye Trail (PWT) Championship - which coined him the title "The Original Champ."  A life-long resident of Michigan, Martin is currently an instructor with the Fishing Vacation / Schools as well as a tournament pro with Anglers Insight Marketing (AIM).  Not to be missed, Martin will be giving seminars on catching walleye using modern-day open-water techniques and giving up his secrets to catching the most fickle of fish through the ice.

Tactics for Trophy Whitetail

Presented by Mark Martin

Consistently Catch More Walleye

Presented by Mark Martin

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 Capt. Lance Valentine

Capt. Wayne Carpenter

Wayne has dedicated fifteen years of effort to bringing in fishing information and bait technology to anglers.  The research done over that period resulted in the development of the Combat Fishing Weekly Newsletter, No Secrets on Lake St. Clair volumes 1 and 2, No Secrets On Lake St. Clair DVD, Marked Maps Series 1 and 2, and several websites including www.combat-bassfishing.com, www.basstothefuture.com and www.fishingspotspecs.com.  Wayne has also developed a full line of tournament quality baits by Xtreme Bass Tackle.  He has been recognized as the foremost bass fishing expert on Lake St. Clair through his participation in Michigan's major fishing shows, TV and radio appearances and nationally known product development.

Total Smallmouth Solutions

Presented by Capt. Wayne Carpenter

Jim Bedford

He has become one of Michigan's foremost authorities on fishing Michigan Rivers with spinners and other lures.  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 Tactics: In Depth

Presented by Jim Bedford

This seminar will include hands-on instruction of how to use equipment to your best advantage.  Jim 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.

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. 

Trolling for Lake St. Clair Muskie

Presented by Mike Pittiglio

Mike's hard-core multi-media Muskie Trolling presentation will hit the highlights of last season on the lake.  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 Muskie fishery in the world and Mike's presentation will make your time next season on the water more fun and more productive.

David A. Rose

What started out as an infatuation with catching fish as a child has turned out to be a career for Traverse City, MI resident David Rose.  Rose has been writing books, articles, producing photos for publications and giving seminars for nearly two decades now, and enjoys teaching his passion for catching fish to his clients who guide with him on the inland lakes of Northwestern Lower Michigan.  As a writer and photographer, Rose has been able to travel the country and Canada for a multitude of different fish species and loves sharing his experiences with all.

Perch Under Pressure

Presented by David Rose

David will give you the details on where to start your search, as well as the tips and tricks to produce bigger catches.

Ed Spinazzola

Food plot expert and author of Ultimate Deer Food Plots will be on hand daily to discuss all aspects of growing food plots for deer.  Ed is passionate about educating others and helping them create a unique food plot on their own.  With thousands of hours of experience, Spinazzola has learned what to do and what not to do to guarantee year-round success.

Site Layouts Designed for Deer Movement

Presented by Ed Spinazzola

Huron Valley Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation

Open Turkey Calling Competition (Saturday ONLY)

Hosted by the Huron Valley Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation, this Saturday ONLY event will feature some of Michigan's top callers as they compete for prizes and bragging rights.  Judges will include some of Michigan's best known experts.  Top finalists from the competition will be eligible to compete in the National Calling Competition.  Pre-register at the show at the Huron Valley Chapter of the NWTF booth #5814.  Pre-register prior to the show by calling Mike Orzol at (734) 283-5169 or by email at MJOrzol@yahoo.com 

Steve Francis of Country Smoke House

Country Smoke House is known for their award-winning wild game sausage and jerky.

Deer Processing Demo

Presented by Country Smoke House

Steve Francis, owner of Country Smoke House in Almont, MI, will demonstrate how to field dress, handle, butcher and process your next whitetail deer.  Country Smoke House processes thousands of deer each year.  Steve is an expert in his field and will show you tricks of the trade and lessons learned over decades of hard work in the butchering industry.  He starts with a fresh deer and walks through every step of the process from gutting and skinning to butchering and packaging.  This is a must see for every deer hunter and venison lover!

Greg Abbas

Greg's ability to outsmart his quarry on the spot with some of his innovative hunting tactics has gained him national attention!

Exploiting a Gobblers Weakness and Habits

Presented by Greg Abbas

Seth McCullough

Seth is the owner and founder of Bully's Wild Turkey Calls.  Seth is a contest caller, seminar speaker and avid turkey hunter.

Turkey Hunting and the Life Cycle of the Wild Turkey

Presented by Seth McCullough

Both novice and experienced hunters will enjoy this seminar.  Don't miss this opportunity to come enjoy the presentation and plenty of time will be available for questions.

Paul Morrow

Better known by many as "Doc," Paul has been serving and promoting wildlife conservation for many years.  He has a very unique approach to improving habitat.  Paul has earned national recognition including the Heroes in Conservation award by Field and Stream Magazine (October 2006).  He has been featured on Michigan-Out-Of-Doors television highlighting the importance of understanding what he calls the soil-nutrition-wildlife equation.

Advanced Habitat Techniques

Presented by Paul "Doc" Morrow

Wildlife Habitat for the Beginner

Presented by "Doc" Paul Morrow

Team Morel Founder Theresa Maybrier

Theresa will be on hand each day of the show to share their tricks of the trade for consistently bagging more mushrooms.  Mushroom hunting is one of the top outdoor family activities in Michigan.  The team's goal is to promote and educate all enthusiasts in the proper ways of hunting and collecting morel mushrooms. 

Morel Hunting

Presented by Theresa Maybrier (Team Morel)

Ramsey Dowgiallo

Ramsey has been traveling through the Boundary Waters Canoe Area for almost twenty years.  His business manifested by his passion for the BWCA and is driven by his desire to share the experience with others.  Ramsey grew up in Detroit, Michigan fishing with his father and grandfather since he was five years old.  He has Master Angler Awards in three states, with forty-five years fishing experience, certified in wilderness first aid, certified in adult / child CPR, and a knowledgeable guide and gracious outdoor host.  Over the past eight years, Ramsey has grown his business to be now one of the busiest guides in the park.  Ramsey is in his element in the wilderness.  He is a natural teacher and loves to share his knowledge with others.

Boundary Waters Canoe Area's Outdoor Experience

Presented by Ramsey Dowgiallo