The 11th Annual Fishing and Outdoors Show

All roads lead to the 11th Annual Fishing and Outdoors Show at the Carp Fairgrounds and Arena located in the Village of Carp on April 9th, 10th ,11th, 2010, just minutes north of Scotia Bank Place, home to the Ottawa Senators. Carp Road will take you to the Carp Fairgrounds and Arena Complex. The Valley Fishing and Outdoors Show is BIGGER as we have added yet another show building for this years event.

This years Spring Valley Fishing and Outdoors Show will host more then 100 exhibitors making it the largest Hunting and Fishing Show in Eastern Ontario. With our expansion we will be able to add more exhibitors which will bring new things to see and do.

With Spring our thoughts turn to fishing , turkey hunting, booking trips, bike riding, boating, going to the cottage, and we have it all for you. For the fisherman we will have everything that will help you in all your fishing adventures whether it is for salmon, musky, walleye , bass, trout down to your panfish like the crappie and perch. Looking for adventure our many outfitters will be on hand to provide that fishing or hunting getaway. Fishing can be difficult on the great lakes but with the right equipment you will find your success increase with such things as planer boards, down riggers, triple trees and dipsey divers and we will have it for you along with some good advise which is free.

Turkey season is just around the corner. So what better place to get outfitted and pick up that special item to help harvest that big gobbler and get free advise on how to call, what to wear and where to go. Need a hunting and firearm licence? Then be sure to visit Dave’s Hunter Safety booth or the folks at The Ministry of Natural Resources. New this year, we have expanded our firearm displays to allow you a greater variety of exhibitors to help you find that special piece.

Be sure to check out all the new boats, kayaks and canoes to help you get onto those lakes that hold those many fish. Don’t forget if your spending your summer on the water, you will need your boating licence, and this is the time and place to get it.

Education has always been an important part of our show, and this year is no exception. We will have professionals in their fields on stage to share with you the knowledge to become more skilled and successful in the sport of fishing or hunting.

This year we hope to have something for all the outdoors enthusiasts in your family to help you enjoy the great outdoors. Don’t let this one get away! We will see you at the show.

The hours of the show:

Friday 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Seminars 

Introducton to Fly Fishing - Ottawa Flyfishing Society

An overview of the equipment and the basic casting techniques of fly-fishing. The Ottawa Flyfishing Society will provide experienced fly fishers to discuss the set up of fly-fishing gear in preparation to target local species including bass, pike, panfish and trout. Casting demonstrations and discussion of flies appropriate for these species will be made.For more information on the Ottawa Flyfishing Society see our website at ottawaflyfishers.com

 Thundermist Lure Company - Ivo Coia

On the move - Introduction to Trolling-walleye - Sheldon Hatch

Profile: Sheldon Hatch has a great passion for pursuing walleye, a species that is both challenging and rewarding to catch. He enjoys educating and sharing ‘tips & tricks’ that he has tested and perfected on the Professional Walleye Trail and Masters Walleye Circuit. Sheldon recently had the opportunity to represent Canada in the 2008 PWT Super Pro Can-Am where team Canada defeated the United Sates in a head-to-head walleye tournament format.

 When Sheldon is not on the road fishing a walleye tournament trail he can be found guiding on Ontario waters with his guide service ezelo corporation. During guided trips Sheldon takes pride in teaching professional skills to recreational anglers.

 Sheldon is a member of the National Professional Anglers Association (N.P.A.A. #928) and the Ontario Sportfishing Guides' Association.

TIME TESTED TACTICS - "Big" Jim

“Big” Jim, as he is affectionately known has been an integral part of the Canadian sportfishing scene for over 25 years now and shows no signs of slowing down. Having first gained notoriety as a tournament angler, “Big” Jim was vaulted into the sport fishing spotlight with two CFT Canadian Classics... Canada’s premier tournament title along with a slew of tournament victory’s numbering 28 to his credit.

Following his tournament success, “Big” Jim formed what has become Canada’s largest FREE fishing publication – Just Fishing. This successful publication is presently entering its 15th year of bringing much needed angling information to Canadian and American anglers alike.

“Big” Jim also spent several years as the host of the Ultimate Fishing Show before moving on to the current phase of his career which includes tournament weigh-in show Emcee, featured speaker at many of the premier sport shows in Canada, as well as outdoor writing, promotional activities, celebrity guiding and just about anything else connected with the industry... including marketing partnerships with several of the largest and most trusted names in the business... and a whole bunch of on the water work.

“Big” Jim was presented with the CSIA (Canadian Sportfishing Industry Association) Chairman’s Award in 2008 for his outstanding contributions and dedication to the growth and participation of recreational fishing. Also in 2008, “Big” Jim was named as the first recipient of the CPAA (Canadian Professional Anglers Association) Lifetime Member award. At the 2009 Spring Fishing & Boat Show “Big” Jim was awarded the Rick Amsbury Hall of Fame Award presented by the Canadian Sportfishing Hall of Fame for going above and beyond the expectations of the angling community.

Travelling over 100 days a year, when “Big” Jim is not working on Just Fishing or teaching a kid to cast he finds time for the family including his beautiful wife of nearly 26 years Tammy, their three children – Michael, Jennifer & Lindsey, grand daughters – Skye, Emerald & Gracelyn, Marou the cat, and the Buddy a very special springer spaniel.

Wild Turkey - Adrian Hare

Adrian Hare has been with Quaker Boy Game Calls for many years and is one of the best when it comes to hunting Wild Turkey. Adrian has harvested many trophy size gobblers and guided celebrities through out the United States and Canada. His seminars are extremely interesting and informative and one you will not want to miss

Scents and Licks - Dan StDenis

Dan St Denis from Buck Expert Game Calls is one of the best when it comes to the use of scents and setting up licks. If you are in to hunting deer or moose then this is one seminar that will help you bag that trophy. His presentation is a hands on and will show what is new and how well it works when properly used. Scents are a very useful tactic and along with the licks is dynamite. Get ready for the fall hunt by taking in this seminar.

Spring Time Crappie - Art Cunningham

We are please to have Art Cunningham who is an expert when it comes to that sought after fish called Crappie. Art has been a two time classic champion with Renegade Bass and has 18 ten top finishes. This is the time of year to catch crappie and Art will give you those secrets on being successful. This presentation will take place Friday evening only.

Top Five Gotta Know Secrets of Bass Fishing - Trevor Kunopaski

We welcome Trevor Kunopaski and Ken Daqgenais form the competitive bass fishing circuit. These fisherman have won over $150,000 in prize monies winning their share of tournaments. Who better to tell you how to better your skills when it come to bass. This seminar is on Saturday Only

Favourite Baits for Bass - Carl Boileau

On Sunday we welcome Carl Boileau from Renegade Bass who is a five time Classic Qualifier. Selecting the right bait can be difficult. What works on Sunny days, cloudy days or rainy days? Well take in Carl’s presentation and find out. Your catches can improve by this presentation

Spinner Baits - JP Ostiguy

JP Ostiguy is a well know bass fisherman and is sponsored by Okamu rods and reels. Spinner baits are used for many species of fish such as pike, musky and of course bass. There are many types and colours. What to use is the question. Then attend JP’S Seminar on Saturday to get some excellent tips on what work best when.

Spinner Bait Tactics - Corey Gaffney

Corey Gaffney will take to the stage on Sunday to talk on the best tactics to catch fish using spinner baits. Being the winner of the Newboro event with 21 pounds of bass has to say that spinner baits do work.

Power Fishing for Largemouth - Corey Gaffney

Corey Gaffney will take to the stage on Sunday to talk on the power fishing tactics to catch Largemouth Bass. Being the winner of the 2008 Renegade Bass Newboro event with 21 pounds of bass, Corey has to say that these techniques do work.

Blind Fishing Intro -- Punched UP! - Lawrence Euteneier

Captain Lawrence Euteneier and his Guide Dog Maestro Tell Stories about Fishing in the World’s First Fishing Boat for the Blind.

Ever wonder what it’s like to be in a boat on the water with out being able to see? And you thought “Pin the Tail on the Donkey” was hard! Lawrence and Maestro, his 5-year old Bernese Mountain Dog, will entertain you with stories of fishing from the world’s first fishing boat for the blind.

Lawrence Euteneier was registered blind at age eight and was functionally blind by age 22. Lawrence has fished all his life and is now a semi-professional fisher competing in tournaments, organizing guided fishing adventures, advising the fishing industry on accessibility, and teaching people with vision loss to fish. He’s also invented the world’s first fishing boat for the blind (www.blindfishingboat.com).