Highlights from the 2011 Outdoor Sports, Lake & Cabin Show
Expert Clinics, Demos & Lessons:
2011 attendees enjoyed…
- Fly-Casting Lessons. Let Jon Widboom and his team of pros from Flymasters of Indianapolis teach you the secrets of this magical sport. Beginners and experts will all learn something new. All day each day at the fly-fishing pond
- Fly-Tying Demos. Watch and learn as the Flymaster pros demonstrate the are of tying your own flies. All day each day at the fly-fishing pond
- Bass-Casting – New Product Demos. Gander Mountain’s fishing pros will help you master the latest and greatest bass gear. All day each day next to the Gander Mountain Stage.
- Kids’ Casting Area. Gander Mountain staff will teach your kids to fish like pros and maybe even take home a prize. All day each day next to the Gander Mountain Stage.
- Archery Demos & Lessons. Watch one of Gander Mountain’s champion bowmen nail the kill zones on fast-moving lifelike targets at the 3-D Motion Target Archery Range. Want some help with your own stroke? They’ll be glad to give you pointers. Beginners and kids welcome. All day each day at the archery range.
- Bait Caster Reel Instruction – Bill Haynie, tournament pro
- Bass Jig Fishing Techniques, A to Z – Dave Bailey, tournament pro
- Bass Tournament Strategies – Dave Bailey, tournament pro
- Bird Dog Training – Nick Miller of Mil-Run Farms
- Building Your Log Home – Peter Rosi of American Rustic Builders
- Crappie Techniques – Jig ‘em Up – Jarad Roper, expert guide & teacher
- Crappie Techniques – Shallow Water Fishing – Jarad Roper, expert guide & teacher
- Crappie Techniques – Spider Rigging – Jarad Roper, expert guide & teacher
- Cycling for Any Lifestyle – The Right Type of Bike and Biking for You – Tim Hall, Ft. Wayne Outfitters
- Duck Calling Techniques & Contest – Ducks Unlimited Staff
- Duck Hunting 101 – Curt Lee, Ducks Unlimited Indiana State Director
- Finding and Hunting Trophy Bucks on Public Land – Tom Mesnard of Total Land Management
- Finesse fishing for bass – Bill Haynie, tournament pro
- Fly Fishing for Largemouth Bass – Josh Lantz, expert guide and editor, Indiana Outdoor News
- Fly Fishing for Steelhead – Josh Lantz, expert guide and editor, Indiana Outdoor News
- Green Building: Blending Historic Style & Modern Technology – David Watters, timber-frame artisan, The Beamery
- How to Choose Your First Kayak – Reid Culler, leading canoe and kayak authority
- Hunting the Elusive Steelhead – Ted Penrod, expert guide and steelhead master
- Intro to Traditional Archery – Jake Hawkins, tournament pro
- Light Tackle for Indiana Muskies – Vince Weirick, expert guide and muskie maestro
- Log Home Care & Maintenance – Wayne Bell, owner Log Home Care
- Managing You and your Property for Big Bucks – Tom Mesnard of Total Land Management
- Morel Mushroom Hunting – Alex Babich, the Midwest’s king of morels
- Simplify Kids Fishing – Bill Haynie, tournament pro
- Talking Turkey: Bagging Your First Gobbler – Tim Beaumont, master hunter & NWTF volunteer
- The Best of Camping & Hiking Indiana – Ed Cable, former Ind. Dept. of Natural Resources
- Think Motorcycles: What Every Driver Should Know – Stephen Stillwell, Safety Expert
- Turkey Hunting: How to Decoy Spring Gobblers – Tim Cosby, pro hunter
- Turkey Hunting Strategies – Tim Beaumont, master hunter & NWTF volunteer
- Understanding a Log Home Package – Robert Grant, Country Creek Log Homes
- Wildlife Photography – Dallas Carlson, award winning shutterbug
Fantastic Door Prizes:
Our 2011 exhibitors and sponsors donated these amazing prizes. At least one was awarded every hour.
- Two Premium 6′ toboggans with cushions from American Traders ($275 value each)
- Chainsaw-carved bear from Bear Hollow Wood Carvers ($600 value)
- Half-day one-person pheasant hunt from Brad Dysinger’s Thorn Bottom Hunting Preserve ($160 value)
- Ten $50 Dick’s Sporting Goods gift certificates
- Tom Taber Redhead Replica Decoy from Ducks Unlimited ($150 value)
- “Dropping Fast” – Wood Ducks Print by David Maass from Ducks Unlimited ($200 value)
- Full-day spring trophy muskie trip for two from Gary’s Indiana Muskie Experience ($280 value)
- 3 days lodging for one at Horwood Lake Lodge ($345 value)
- Miranda Lambert tickets (2) and personal meet-and-greet, from K-105 FM (priceless!)
- Five top-quality men’s hoodies, from Lake City Honda ($70 value each)
- Deluxe $5,500 hot tub (incl. delivery and hookup within 100 miles) from Master Spas
- Two metal ATV storage boxes from Mil-Run Farm ($225 value each)
- Two canoe trips for 2, incl. rental, shuttle & t-shirts, from Mongo River Run Canoe & Kayak Rental ($75 value each)
- Full-day guided fishing trip for two from Penrod and Reel Guide Service ($300 value)
- Two-hour Rolling Video Games of Indiana party at your house or location ($299 value)
- Queen-size log bed from Rustics Rails ($300 value)
- Two half-day guided muskie trips for two from Vince Weirick Guide Service ($200 value each)
- Guided large-mouth trip for two from World Class Fishing with Josh Lantz ($225 value)
2011 Show Only Specials
- $500 off any timber frame bed ordered at the show from Generations Timber Frames
- 3 days of guided hunting and 2 nights lodging at Michigan’s beautiful Drettman Ranch
- Save $1200 on Hobie Islander kayak; save $550 on Hobie I12 inflatable kayak; save $1700 on Scott Genius 30 mountain bike — at the Fort Wayne Outfitters booth
- Book a 2-day muskie fishing trip with Vince Weirick Guide Service and receive 2 nights lodging free
- 10% off and free shipping on ORGANICLEAR premium protective wood finishes and coatings, courtesy of Knight Chemicals
- Spin-casting rod and reel for $30, from Flymasters of Indianapolis… while supplies last
- Come in with your show ticket or badge for a test drive at O’Daniel Chrysler Jeep and get two free Komet tickets
- Book a week for 2 at Horwood Lake Lodge and get a $200 all-day ATV excursion for 1 to Hardiman Lake, a smallmouth haven
- $140 for a half-day muskie trip for two (normally $180) with Gary’s Indiana Muskie Experience
- $250 Extra Savings Card good on any new or used vehicle at Lake City Honda Kawasaki
