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Illinois Sportsman's Calendar

ILLINOIS ANGLERS: For up-to-date fishing reports and information for your Illinois fishing trip, call the toll-free angling hotline (800) ASK-FISH to get the Illinois fishing report, learn where to buy a license, locate places to fish, hear relevant regulations, pinpoint boat access sites, discover campground areas, find handicapped-accessible sites, and renew watercraft and snowmobile licenses.

FISHING CLUB INFORMATION
The Arlington Anglers meet at the Galyan’s Sport Store, Woodfield Shopping Center, Schaumburg on the third Tuesday of the month. Car parking and entrance are at the north entrance of the building. The meetings start at 7:00 p.m., but are encouraged to be there at 6:30 so we can greet each other and start the meeting on time. A $1.00 entrance fee entitles all members a chance at the door prizes. Guests may attend for a $3.00 fee which gives them a chance at the door prize raffle. Call Dan Krysh, our president, for further information at (847) 303-0962.

Anglers Unlimited of Lake County, Ill. meets the first Wednesday of every month at the American Legion Hall, 111 E. Main St., Round Lake, IL, at 7:30 p.m. We are a bass fishing club that promotes fishing and fun. We have raffles at the meetings and discuss upcoming club events. We fish 10 draw tournaments from April through October in northern Illinois, and southern Wisconsin. We welcome all who are interested to attend one of our meetings. Annual dues are only $40. For more information, please contact Tom Perrett at 847-543-1720. Also visit us on our website at www.anglersunlimited.com and check out our tournament schedule.

Blackhawk Bassmasters: We are an Illinois and National BASS Federation Nation club looking for new members; both boaters and non-boaters. We are a member run club with all decisions made as a club. We sponsor Youth and Conservation projects, as well as, fish a great schedule. This club is for beginners as well as the experienced angler. We meet the first Wednesday of each month at Max and Benny's Restaurant, 461 Waukegan Rd., Brookside Plaza, Northbrook, Ill. For more information, call Fred Lantorno (847) 997-6945 or visit us on the web at www.blackhawkbassmasters.com.

The Champaign County Bushmaster meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Tolono, Ill. public library. Everyone is welcome to join us. Dues are $10 per year and $10 per tournament, plus $5 for big bass. Contact Cary Montgomery (217) 485-5155.

The Chicago Bank Anglers (C.B.A.) promotes shoreline fishing for men, women, children (and families) and is open to everyone. Call Elise De Villers at (630) 978-7573 for more information.

The Chicagoland Muskie Hunters Chapter of Muskies—Come join us—We meet the first Tuesday of the month at the Park Ridge VFW (Higgins and Canfield) at 7:30. Meetings feature top speakers, fishing reports, favorite lake presentations by our members, muskie info sharing, door prizes and raffles. All are welcome!! Contact Dean—847-6770017— or dlrosset@msn.com . The January 2 meeting will feature Ty Sennett– Chippewa Flowage guide–AND FREE PIZZA.

The DesPlaines Lunkerbusters Fishing Club meets the second Tuesday of each month (except July) at the Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 Thacker St., Des Plaines, Ill. Meetings are at 7:00 p.m. Guests are always welcome to attend for $4 per meeting. Meetings include an expert speaker on local fishing topics, fishing reports, door prizes and raffle. The club organizes numerous fishing outings. Membership is now open. Annual dues for family membership are $25. For additional information contact Jeff Berg at (630) 629-5681, Nick Pistolis at (847) 824-9691, or John Flannery at
(847) 491-6105.

The DuPage Angling Society is “the little social club with some big fishing trips.” Our get-togethers are in Downers Grove the third Sunday evening of the month. We also host an annual picnic and an annual banquet. Our 30 members enjoy fishing trips throughout North America and Central America. We offer fishing fellowship, non-competitive. Membership open now. Interested? Contact Richard Dobbs 630-963-7455.

The DuPage Rivers Fly Tyers (DRiFT) meets almost every Tuesday night, September through May, at 7 p.m. at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn. Guests are always welcome. Our program includes a speaker on a fly fishing related topic or a fly tyer demonstrating a fly, and a discussion of upcoming club events such as fly casting lessons, fishing trips (8 in 2000), women’s programs, conservation activities and children’s education programs. For further information, contact Mark Saros at (630) 416-9144. You can also get information, a meeting calendar, and a map to our meeting location at http://dupageriversflytyers.org

The Fox Valley Area Anglers meet at the Geneva, Ill., Gander Mountain store. We are a multi-species club that meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Guests and their families are always welcome! Don’t have a boat? That’s okay. For information call Mike Tatera, (630) 377-1344 or Rolin Rapp, (630) 399-7984.

Hawthorne Fishing Club presents its 2005 fishing trip to Moosehorn Lodge Sioux Loukout Ontario Canada. Enjoy motorcoach comfort, round trip from Cary, Ill., to Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada. We will leave the Chicago area (Cary) on Saturday, July 23 and return on Sunday, July 31, 2005. This year’s trip will include round trip air conditioned coach, six nights lodging with all in-camp meals, five days of guided fishing (two fishermen and a guide per boat), all bait and fuel, daily shore lunch, taxes, and license. The fully equipped cabins await our arrival. For more info, see http://www.coachamerican.com/hawthorne_fishing_trip.htm

The Ill-Mo Catfish Anglers Club meets at 7:00 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Side Trax, Main St., Dupo, Ill. New members and visitors are always welcome. If you don’t have a boat, we can pair you up with someone who does. Six tournaments a year. Membership is $20 per year. For more information call Bob Wakeman at (618) 286-5952.

The Illiana Walleye Club meets at the VFW in Lansing, Ill. on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Raffles, guest speakers. Guests welcome. For more information, call Dan Grapenthien at (708) 474-2141.

The Lake Geneva Fishing Club. We will be meeting at Gander Mountain in Kenosha (Rtes 50 & I-94). Meetings start at 6:30 p.m. If you have question you may contact Paul Beran @ 630-262-0163. We have a speaker; from members to top name pros at the monthly meetings. The cost for an annual membership is $40; there is also a family membership (husband, wife & children under 16) available for $65. Tournament entry fees are nominal and set by the chairman, we fish for fun and learning.

The Lake Shelbyville Muskie Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month at Eagle Creek Resort beginning at 7p.m. At the June 7 meeting, Mike Mounce, the INDR biologist for Lake Shelbyville will be the guest speaker. Mike will speak on the topic of fishing regulations and how they are determined, as well as comment on current lake projects. He will also respond to questions concerning fish location due to changing weather conditions, spawning, algae blooms etc. The speaker will follow a brief business portion of the meeting.

The Liberty Fishing Club meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at the Libertyville Township Center, 359 Merrill Ct., Libertyville, Ill. Guests are always welcome at no charge. Our dues are $50 annual, and we have a Junior Angler division for the kids. We fish all species and this year have 16 scheduled outings. A few of our destinations for 2005 include the Dells (Wisconsin River), DePere (Fox River), Geneva, Delavan, Bay de Noc, Shelbyville, and Washington Island. Competition revolves around earning points for fish caught of a minimum prescribed size for each species. Check out our website at libertyvillefishingclub.com for outing schedule and pictures. We are looking for new members. If
interested, call Lou DiNicola at (847) 781-7468.

Little Wabash Valley Bassmaster-Effingham Area Federated Club looking for new members-boaters and non-boaters are welcome. They hold a yearly Open Tournament and weekly Thursday night tournaments for both members and non-members on Lake Sara, Effingham, Ill. They meet once a month to discuss club tournaments, area fish conservation, and youth programs. This club is for anyone interested in fishing for bass in South-Central Illinois. Any interested parties should contact Dave at 217-342-6538.

Maple Bass Masters of the Chicagoland Area. We are an Illinois/National bass Federation club That has been around since 1971. We focus on fun competitive fishing outings along with a learning environment. We are always willing to help. Club meeting are held on the last Tuesday of every month except December when we hold an Award/Christmas party the second week in December. Meetings are held at Papa Passero's Pizza at 6326 S. Cass Ave., Westmont, Ill. For more information please, call Joe Browning at (773)- 531-6841.

Midwest Angler’s Fishing Club is a Chicago area teaching league which features low annual dues, family
discounts, free seminars to members and a new angler’s division. The area’s best bet for learning how to catch more fish. We fish every other weekend. For information call John Wilkins 630-675-6265 or visit http://www.midwestangler.com

Midwest Musky Club meets the first Thursday of every month at the Village Sportsman Club, 115th St. and Laramie Avenue, Alsip, IL. at 7:30 p.m. We are a multi-species fishing club that promotes fishing education, conversation, and camaraderie. We have monthly speakers for topics from muskie fishing to panfishing, tackle education, and local experts at no charge to our guest. We have monthly raffles at the meets and outings from March through November, plus Canadian trips. New members welcome. Annual dues: $25. For information, call Ron Skala (708) 975-3412.

The Naperville Rod & Reel Club, a multi-species fishing club which concentrates on local fishing for day trips and weekends, meets on the third Tuesday of each month, at 7:00 p.m., in the Judd Kendall VFW Post 3873, 908 W. Jackson Ave., Naperville. For additional information call Jim Vanden Berge at (630) 548-0563.

The Northrop Grumman Fishing Club meets the second Tuesday every month at the Pizza Peddlers Restaurant in Palatine, IL. New members are welcome. The club takes three trips a year to Canada (Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) at a special club rate. The club also goes to Lake Erie, Lake Wisconsin and other lakes in Illinois. No club dues. Call Bob Behrendt at (815) 385-2310 to join or get more details.

Northwest Towns Sportsmen's Club hold their meetings the first Tuesday of the month, at 8 p.m. (September through May) at the American Legion Hall, Miner and Douglas Streets, Arlington Heights. .All outdoorsmen looking for a place to meet and talk with fellow hunters, fishermen and shooters are welcome to attend a meeting. Meetings feature speakers who share fishing tips and archery know-how, along with information about marksmanship and hunting. Club members also use the meetings to organize events, including: archer shoots and hunts, sporting clays and trap shooting, upland and big game hunting, local and Canadian fishing trips. The club also hosts events for members of their wives and children, including
Hunter Safety classes, bowling, picnics, dinner dances and wild game dinners. For more information call NWTSC Officer Thomas Holmes at 847-918-1604.

"Oswegoland Fishin' Fools" a multi-species club for anglers with or without boats. Frequent outings and topical seminars available. We meet the 1st Monday of each month at the Fox Valley Kickers Club 1015 Harvey Rd, Oswego. For more information go to www.fishinfools.org or call Tony at 630-553-0826."

Reel Team BassMasters looking for new membership—boat owners and non-boat owners. If you like fishing for bass and want to learn more about how to catch them, then this club is for you. The club meets once a month to talk about upcoming events and tournaments. This club is for beginners and the guy who has spent some time on the water. For more information contact Jim Davies at (815) 498-4463.

The Riverside Fishing Club, a multi-species club, meets at the American Legion Hall, 51st and LaGrange Road, LaGrange, Ill. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m., and consist of a brief business meeting, guest speakers, fishing reports by members, food and two raffles. Club outings and activities are planned. From novice to pro, membership is open to men, women and children. Guests are always welcome. For more information: President Bob Gray (708-237-0719), Vice President Dan Carney (630-739-0549) or Membership Don Raci (630-306-1573).

Salmon Unlimited meets at the Park Ridge Veterans Hall (VFW), 10 West Higgins Rd., Park Ridge (take I-90/Kennedy Exp., exit at Cumberland north to Rt. 72/Higgins Rd. east to the next stop light about 4 blocks; located on the northeast corner of Higgins and Canfield, the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Meetings consist of a short business meeting, a guest speaker or slide presentation, fishing reports by members, and a raffle. Guests are always welcome to attend. Membership is $35 per year. For additional information, call the S.U. office at (773) 736-5757.

The Starved Rock Bassmasters meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Prinston Inn in Princeton, Ill. New members welcome. You don’t need to be a great fisherman to join or even own a boat. For more information call Charlie Lamb (815) 664-4432 or Brian Elgin (309) 854-6605.

The Southside Muskie Hawks Chapter of Muskies, Inc. meets the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Mama Luigi’s Restaurant, 7500 S. Harlem, Bridgeview, Ill. Door prizes, guest speaker, fishing contests and lure raffle. Guests welcome. $2. door charge. For more information call Ken Simpson at (630) 510-0197.

The Villa Park Fishing Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month (except July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the North Terrace Pond Clubhouse on Westmont and Terrace (approximately six blocks south of North Ave. and three blocks west of Addison Road). Guests are always welcome to attend for $3 per meeting which includes a free door prize ticket. Annual membership dues are $20 per family. Monthly meetings consist of a brief meeting, guest speakers, fishing reports by the members, door prizes, and a raffle. Club fishing outings are also discussed and planned. Membership is now open to all interested individuals. Call Marty at (630) 932-1923 for additional information.

Walleyes Unlimited USA is recognized as one of the top multi-species fishing clubs in the country. We fish for pike, muskie, large and smallmouth bass, and of course walleye. We have two meetings per month which include a top rated speaker or professional angler discussing various fishing methods. All meetings begin promptly at 7 p.m. For any last minute meeting changes check our web site at www.walleyesunlimitedusa.org, or call Mel Christensen at (815) 678-7051 or David Vincent at (847) 223-2398. In Wisconsin, we meet on the second Wednesday of each month. The location is the Root River Lanes at 7220 W. Rawson in Franklin, WI 53132; three miles west of I-94 on County BB (Rawson Ave.). In Illinois, we meet on the last Wednesday of each month. The location is the Gurnee Holiday Inn at 6161 West Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL. 60031 across from Gurnee Mills. Everyone is welcome.

EVENTS
Ongoing for 2006
Fly Tying Thursday Nights Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World Thursday night fly tying classes. Stop in on Thursday nights (except holidays - call store for details.) and join the staff to learn to tie effective fly patterns. No experience is necessary beginners and experts are all invited. Class starts at 7 p.m. at the White River Fly Shop located in Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World at 6112 Grand Avenue Gurnee, Ill. No registration or fee required. If you have additional questions please call 847-856-1229 and ask for the White River Fly Shop.

January 26
Illinois Walleye Trail Tournament in Henry, Ill. For further information contact Bob Kidd at 309-527-6328 or email walleye@elpaso.net .

February 3
Illinois Walleye Trail Tournament in Spring Valley, Ill. For further information contact Bob Kidd at 309-527-6328 or email walleye@elpaso.net .

SPORTS SHOWS
January 4-7
Northwest Chicago Sports Show, Arlington Race Course, Arlington Heights, IL, Chuck Collins, (414) 9630377, www.nwchicagosportshow.com.

January 5-7
Let’s Go Fishing Show, Gateway Center, Collinsville, IL, Let’s Go Promotions, www.letsgoshows.com, Steve Lengyel (314) 355-1236, Fax (618) 288-9852.

January 10-14
Chicagoland Outdoor Show, Donald L. Stephens Expo Center (formerly known as the Rosemont Convention Center), Rosemont, IL. Reed Exp., Reta Martin, (800) 7232914, www.chicagolandsportshow.com .

January 11-14
All-Canada Show, Pheasant Run Resort, St. Charles, IL, (630) 584-6300, Fax (630) 584-4693.

January 12-14
The Chicago Muskie Show, Harper College (Roselle & Algonquin Rds.), Palatine, IL, Tri-Esox Productions, Lynn Shuster, (847) 328-6200, www.chicagomuskieshow.com .

January 17-21
Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoor Show, McCormick Place North Building, Chicago, IL, NMMA, Jennifer Faulk (312) 946-6242, jfaulk@nmma.org, www.chicagoboatshow.com , or www.nmma.org
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January 26-28
Midstate Fish & Feather Expo, Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL, Larry Andris (309) 452-9646, www.midstatefishandfeather.com.

February 1-4
Strictly Sail, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL, NMMA, Sail America, Scott West (401) 841-0900, www.sailamerica.com .

February 10-11
Tinley Park Fishing & Outdoor Show, Tinley Park
High School, 6111 W. 175th Street (east of Ridge- land), Tinley Park, IL, Richard Komar (708) 4295729.

February 14-18
Schaumburg Boat & Sport Show, Schaumburg Convention Center, Schaumburg, IL. NMMA, Jennifer Faulk, (312) 946-6243, www.nmma.org or www.schaumburgsportshow.com .

February 15-18
Hunting, Fishing and Outdoor Adventure Show, QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL. Quad City Conservation Alliance, Inc., Dave Burrows (563) 4415695, www,qccaexpocenter.com.

February 15-18
Chicago RV Camping and Van Show, Donald E. Stephens Convention Ctr., Rosemont, IL, RVE, Inc., Keith Mistrick, (847) 934-8300, www.chicagorvshow.com

February 16-18
Central Illinois Boat Show, East Peoria Events Center, East Peoria, IL. R & B Productions, Andy Dugos, (309) 693-9667, ext. 18, Fax (309) 6933465, rbshows.com.

February 17-18
Southwest Chicago Fishing & Boating Expo, Lockport East High School, Lockport, IL, (815) 8380790, www.lockportfishingshow.com.

February 23-25
Illinois Deer & Turkey Classic, Interstate Center, Bloomington, IL, Target Communications (262) 242-3990, Fax (262) 242-7391, www.deerinfo.com.

March 10
Fish & Hook Sport Show at the American Legion Harwood Post #5.  705
South Larkin, Rockdale, IL  (Joliet Exit, just south of I-80) west of
Larking, 8:am - 2 Pm For further information call:   (708) 717-1215


EDUCATION

Take your Hunter Safety Education course now. Call (800) 832-2599 for information. The TDD is (800) 526-0844.

FREE LISTING FAX Information On Your Event (Please Allow 8 Weeks) To:
(630) 887-1958 or e-mail: info@midwestoutdoors.com.

Indiana Sportsman's Calendar

January 6 also 7
Predator Hunting Day or Night Class at the Bass Pro Shop in Clarksville, Ind., at 5 pm. If you like to do some predator hunting or want to get started, the expert hunting staff will point you in the right direction. Find out what calls and other equipment you will need. Just meet at the hunting counter for this free class. For further information call 815-218-5500.

January 20-21
Guides and Outfitters Weekend—Join Bass Pro Shops in Clarksville for Our Guides and Outfitters Weekend! If you
plan on booking a fishing or hunting trip soon, this is the perfect weekend. Visit with local guides and outfitters from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., to see what trips are avail-able. Bass Pro Shops expert staff will also be holding free seminars all day.   Register to win prizes, kid's contests, and much more! For further information call 812-218-5500.

February 3
NWTF Sanctioned Calling Contest— Bass Pro Shops and the Southern Hoosier Hills Chapter of the NWTF are teaming up to host a US Open Qualifying Calling Contest. There is a $30 entry fee, but a guaranteed 1st place payout of $500! The winner will qualify for both the 2007 US Open Championships, held at the Bass Pro Shops in Pearl, MS on March 3-4, and the 2008 NWTF National Championships. To register call Scott Harvey at 812-218-5517. The deadline to register is Saturday, February 3 at 11 a.m.

February 24 - March 4
Bass Pro Shop’s Spring Fishing Classic—Sale Dates: February 24-March 4; Event Dates: March 3 & 4. One of the areas biggest fishing events! Hear tips from the pros, register to win prizes, contests for gift cards, and much more!! Kid's stop by and check out our kid's fishing pond. Just $1 to fish with all of the proceeds to benefit a local conservation group. Try your hand at our contests

March 3-4: Casting Contest for a $100 Gift Card, Skeet Shooting Contest (in
laser arcade) for a $100 Gift Card. Register to win a fishing package packed full of Bass Pro Shop’s top of the line equipment. It's everything you will need to get your spring fishing off to a great start. Register to win a $500 shopping spree.  The shopping spree will be given away on Saturday, March 3 and you will have an hour to spend your winnings. You  must be present to win and Bass Pro Shops will begin to take entries on March 3! For further information call 812-218-5500.

January 11-14
Valley RV & Camping Super Show, Century Center, South Bend, IN., Mark Bowersox, www.rvshows.org, (317) 247-
6258.

January 13-21
Central Indiana RV Show, Indiana State Fairgrounds, West Pavilion, Indianapolis, IN, Renfro Productions, Kevin Renfro (800) 892-1723, www.renfroproductions.com .

January 27-28
Hammond Outdoor Sport Show, The Jean Shepherd Community Center, Dowling Park, Hammond, IN, (219) 853-
6378.

February 1-4
Fort Wayne RV & Camping Show, Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne, IN, IMHA-RVIC (317) 247-
6258, Fax (317) 243-9174, www.rvshows.org .

January 15-17
All-Canada Show, Indianapolis, Indianapolis Marriott East, Indianapolis, IN, (317) 362-1231.

February 16-18
Indiana Deer & Turkey Exposition, Indiana State Fairgrounds, Exposition Hall, Indianapolis, IN, Renfro Productions & Management, Inc. (800) 892-1723.

February 16-25
Indianapolis Boat, Sport & Travel Show, Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN, Renfro Productions & Man-
agement, Inc. Kevin Renfro (800) 892-1723, www.renfroproductions.com 

February 24-25
Northwest Indiana Steelheaders Spring Fever Outdoor Show, Expo Center, Valparaiso, IN, Janet Ryan (219) 926-7938.  Get your Indiana hunting, trapping and fishing licenses on-line at www.wildlife.in.gov .
If you witness a fish or wildlife violation call: Turn In Poachers 1-800-TIP-IDNR.

Send To: MidWest Outdoors, Indiana Outdoor Calendar, 111 Shore Drive, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, Fax: (630) 887-1958, e-mail: info@midwestoutdoors.com   (Please Allow 6 Weeks).

Iowa Sportsman's Calendar

EVENTS
September 1, 2006-May 30, 2007
Catfish Planet—Learn about catfish through many interactive exhibits, live animals and multi-media presentations. The centerpiece of the exhibit will be a giant catfish model large enough to allow visitors to walk inside a catfish and peer through its eyes and manipulate its “whiskers” called barbels. At the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Dubuque, Iowa at 10 a.m.

October 1-March 31 Pigeon Hunting Season (However, within 100 years of buildings and bridges, pigeons may be taken year round.
October 1-March 31 Pheasant, Quail, Gray Partridge, Ruffled Grouse, Jack Rabbit Hunting Season.
October 7-January 31 Ruffled Grouse Hunting Season
October 7-January 21 Migratory Game Birds Hunting Season.
October 14-January 31 Gray Partridge Hunting Season
October 28-January 10 Rooster Pheasant Hunting Season
October 28-January 31 Bobwhite Quail Hunting Season Fall Turkey (gun) Hunting Season
November 4-January 31 Hunting Season for raccoon, opossum, and fox (red & gray).
November 4-January 31 Trapping season for raccoon, opossum, Fox (red and gray), mink, muskrat, weasel, striped skunk, badger, coyote and otter.

SPORTS SHOWS
January TBA

RV Central/RV Show, Sioux City Convention Center, Sioux City, IA, RV Central, Stan Vander Plaats, (712) 324-5395, www.rvcentralinc.com. January 5-7

Iowa Boat & Vacation Show. UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls, IA, Iowa Show Productions, Inc. (319) 232-0218, www.iowashows.com.

January 5-7
Annual DesMoines Sport, Boat, Tackle, Vacation RV Show, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Varied Industries Bldg., DesMoines, IA, R.K. Shows, Inc., Rex Kehrli (563) 927-8176, www.rkshows.com.

January 19-21
Quad City Boat, RV & Vacation Show, River Center, Davenport, IA, Iowa Show Productions, John Bunge (319) 232-0218, iowashows.com. January 19-21

Pheasants Forever National Pheasant Fest, Iowa Events Center, Des Moines, IA, Pheasants Forever, Michael Bagley, (218) 730-9990, www.pheasantsforever.org or www.seedesmoines.com.

February 2-4
Cedar Rapids Sports Show, Coralville Conference Center, Coralville, IA, Iowa
Show Prod., John Bunge (319) 232-0218, www.iowashows.com.

February 2-4
All-Canada Show, Veteran’s Auditorium, DesMoines, IA, (515) 565-800, fax (515)
564-8001. February 14-18

Des Moines Sportshow, Iowa Events Center, Des Moines, IA, NMMA, Gerry Mulcahy, (314) 567-0020 or (800) 9852402, gmulcahy@nmma.org, www.desmoinessportshow.com or nmma.org.

February 15-18
Hunting, Fishing and Outdoor Adventure Show, QCCA Expo Center, Rock Island, IL.
Quad City Conservation Alliance, Inc., Dave Burrows (563) 441-5695, www,qccaexpocenter.com.

February 24-25
29th Original Fishermen’s Swap Meet & Boat Show, 4-H Building, Iowa State Fairgrounds. Mid-Iowa Bass Masters, Denny Farrell (515) 473-4089, www.midiowabassmasters.com.

March 16-18
6th Annual Whitetail Classic Sport Show and Antler Auction, Dubuque County Fair
Grounds, Dubuque, Iowa. Circle M Auction, Steve Morehead, 653-652-9790.

EDUCATION
January 6
Shed Hunting/Post Season Scouting at the Bass Pro Shop in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Come along with the Bass Pro Experts on a walk through the post season scouting process. The path to your next trophy starts here. Workshop is at 11 a.m. in the Conference Room. For further information call 712-325-6000.

January 13
Varmint Hunting the Midwest at the Bass Pro Shop in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Find a new option for after the seasons have ended. Come learn the basics of calling predators in the Midwest. Workshop is at 11 a.m. in the Conference Room. For further information call 712 325-6000.

January 27
Spring Snow Goose Season seminar at the Bass Pro Shop in Council Bluffs, Iowa. When it's hot it's hot. Come on in to learn some of the best techniques to take light geese in the spring season. Workshop is at 11 a.m. in the Conference
Room. For further information call 712 325-6000.

January 6
How to clean and lube a reel at the Bass Pro Shop in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Get your reels ready for the season. The fishing experts will show you how to tear down, clean, lube and reassemble spinning, spincast, baitcasting and fly reels. Bring your reels with you for this hands on class. We'll also discuss how to maintain your reels during the season for optimal performance. For further information call 712-325-6000. Meet at the fishing counter at 11:30 a.m.

January 13
Ice Fishing for Everyone at the Bass Pro Shop in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The ice is cold but the fishing is HOT! The experts will show you how to catch bluegill, crappie, bass and walleye through the ice. They'll cover what tackle, bait, shelters, electronics, augers, accessories and safety gear you'll need for a successful day on the ice. Great for beginners and those who have never ice fished. Meet at the Fishing Counter at 11:30 a.m. For further information call 712-325-6000.

Send To: MidWest Outdoors, Attn: Dustin James, Iowa Section Outdoor Calendar, 111 Shore Drive, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, Phone: (563) 570-8181; Fax: (630) 887-1958, e-mail: info@midwestoutdoors.com (Please Allow 8 Weeks).

Kentucky Sportsman's Calendar

Ongoing
Bluegrass Trout Unlimited meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at the Chop House in Lexington, Ky. We have a great line up of programs and speakers guaranteed to educate and interest you in the sport of fly fishing. If you are an avid angler who cares about conserving, restoring & protecting our local fishing resources, we invite you to come to our monthly meetings to see how the Bluegrass Chapter is making a difference. Help us preserve Kentucky's beautiful coldwater fisheries. For further information contact David Blanton at 859-948-0017, or email davidblanton@alltel.net

SPORTS SHOWS
January 5-14
Cincinnati Travel, Sports and Boat Show, Cincinnati Convention Center, Cincinnati, OH, Hart Productions, Vicki Diebold (513) 281-0022, www.hartproductions.com.

January 10-14
Cincinnati Hunting and Fishing Show, Cincinnati Convention Center, Cincinnati, OH, Hart Prod. (513) 281-0022, www.hartproductions.com.

January 10-14
Nashville Boat & Sports Show, Nashville Convention Center, Nashville, TN, NMMA Boat Shows, Mark Adams (314) 567-0020, Fax (314) 567-1810, www.nmma.org, www.nashvilleboatshow.com.

January 27-February 4
50th Louisville Sport, Boat, RV, & Vacation Show, Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center, Louisville, KY, NMMA, Kimberly Muncy (502) 935-4141, Fax (502) 935-4551, www.louisvilleboatshow.com or www.nmma.org.

February 23-25
Jim Strader Hunting and Fishing Expo, Kentucky International Convention Center, Downtown Louisville, Louisville, KY, Jim Strader (502) 254-5000, fax (502) 254-5000.

Hunter Education Classes are now underway. Call 1-800-858-1459 or check out the Kentucky
Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources at fw.ky.gov for the class nearest you.

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Michigan Sportsman's Calendar      

EVENTS
January 20-21
Shooting Sports Weekend—Stop by Bass Pro Shops Great Lakes Crossing Mall in Auburn Hills as they pay tribute
to one of Michigan's growing sports. They'll have experts to assist you in all that you need to know to better shot!
Come in and hear from the best! Visit with a few of the many shooting clubs that our area has to offer. For further
information call 248-209-4200.

January 27
Great Lake Salmon & Trout Day— Bass Pro Shops Great Lakes Crossing Mall location will host a first time event for their store. Great Lakes Salmon & Trout Day will be an entertaining and educational event for all that chase cool water species. Great Lakes Salmon & Trout fishery has changed over the years and we'll have Michigan Charter Captains and members from various salmon & trout clubs share their tactics on how they have overcome the obstacles they've been given. Increase your odds by learning from the BEST! For further information call 248-209-4200.

February 10-11
Guide & Outfitter Weekend from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you plan on booking a hunting or fishing trip soon then this is the perfect weekend for you! Visit with local guides and outfitters to see what type of outdoor adventure these professionals can plan just for you. Attend "FREE" Seminars! Tank demos and ice fishing demonstrations! Customers can get up close and personal with experts in the field. Learn tactics and techniques that these professionals use to make their day a success. Talk with hunting and angling professional to set up your next chartered or guided adventure. For further information call 248-209-4200.

February 17-18
Trout & Fly Weekend from 10 a.m. 5 p.m. If you dream about fly fishing Paint Creek, Big & Little Manistee, Pere Marquette or the Au Sable River then here is a weekend for you. Visit with local water conservation groups like Trout Unlimited and Detroit Area Steelheaders. Visit with local guides and take part of our "FREE" fly tying demonstrations. For further information call 248-209-4200.

SPORTS SHOWS
January 12-15
Ultimate Fishing Show, Rock Financial Showplace, Detroit, MI, Showspan, Adam Starr, (616) 447-2860, www.showspan.com. January 25-28

Michigan Camper, Travel & RV Show, Ford Fields, Detroit, MI. Show Span, Inc., (616) 447-2860, www.showspan.com.

February 8-11
31st Annual Flint Camper & RV Show, Perani Arena & Events Center, Flint, MI, MARVAC, Bill Sheffer (800) 422-3543, www.marvac.org.

February 9-11
Michigan Deer & Turkey Spectacular, Lansing Ctr., Lansing, MI, Target Communications (262) 242-3990, Fax (262) 242-7391, www.deerinfo.com.

February 10-18
Detroit Boat Show, Cobo Convention/Exhibition Center, Detroit, MI, MBIA, Jim Maples (734) 261-0123, ext. 202, Fax (734) 261-0880, www.mbia.org.

February 14-18
Grand Rapids Boat Show, DeVos Place, Grand Rapids, MI, ShowSpan, Inc., Adam Starr, (616) 447-2860, www.showspan.com.

February 14-18
Detroit Camper & RV Show, Rock Financial Show Place, Novi, MI, MARVAC, Bill Sheffer (800) 422-6478, www.marvac.org.

February 21-25
Outdoorama-Greater Michigan Expo, Novi Expo Center, Novi, MI, Michigan United Conservation Clubs (517) 3711041, www.mucc.org.

SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS
January 8, 15, 22, or 29
White River Fly Casting at the Bass Pro Shop in Auburn Hills—Bass Pro Shops strives to be the leader of our industry in conservation and education. Do you want to take up fly fishing? Do you know how important a roll cast or a forward cast is? If you answered yes to either one of these questions then register for this class. This informative class is great for all who need to learn the fundamentals of fly fishing. Pre-registration is required. Class times are 7 - 9 p.m. For further information and registration
call 248-209-4200.

January 10, 17, 24, 31, and Feb. 7
White River Fly Tying Class at the Bass Pro Shop in Auburn Hills. Oh, the joy of catching a fish on a fly you made. Bass Pro Shops commitment to education will help you achieve this attainable goal. This class is a five part class, pre-registration is required and there is a fee of $5 for each of the five classes. Class time: 7 - 9 p.m. For further information and registration call 248-209-4200.

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Minnesota Sportsman's Calendar

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES/CLUBS
Dakota County Gun Club meets the second Wednesday of each month at the Rosemount Community Center on Hwy. 3 at 7:00pm. Membership open to all. For more info: 952-985-3248.

Fishers of Men Fishing Club meets the first Thursday of each month at the Berean Free Church, 6625 Humboldt Ave. N., Brooklyn Center at 7:00pm. For more info: John @ 612-323-9622 or www.fishfair.com

FM Walleyes Unlimited meets the third Thursday of each month at the Double Wood, Fargo, ND @ 7:00pm. For more info: 701-271-0577 or CMaloy8739@aol.com.

GEM Fishing Club meets the third Tuesday of the month at Emmanuel Christian Center, 7777 University Ave. (Rm. 220) in Fridley, MN. For more info: 952-882-1711.

Key Cities Conservation Club, Mankato/N. Mankato Chapter meets the third Thursday of the summer months at the Club property, 7:30pm.

Key Cities Conservation Club, Mankato/N. Mankato Chapter meets the third Thursday of the winter months at the Morson-Ario VFW, 7:30pm.

The Minnesota Valley In-Fisherman Club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Apple Valley American Legion at 7:00pm. For more info: Gary @ 952-423-3662 or 763-268-3621.

The Minnesota Walleye Alliance meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Richfield American Legion at 7:00pm. For more info: 952-447-4104.

Muskies Inc., North Metro Chapter, meets the third Tuesday of every month at Jack's Restaurant, 201 Lowry Ave. NE, Minneapolis.

Muskies Inc., Twin Cities Chapter, meets the second Tuesday of every month at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1114 W. 79th St in Bloomington at 7:00pm. Public welcome.

Muskies Inc, Lake Superior Chapter, meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Incline Station in Duluth. For more info: Tom @ 218-525-7500.

PERM Elk River monthly meeting at Broadway Pizza, 7:30pm, first Tuesday of the month. For more info: 763-441-6869.

PERM Mille Lacs Area Chapter monthly meeting at Wahkon City Hall, on the second Thursday of the month. For more info: 320-676-8834.

Red River Riders ATV Club meet the third Wednesday of the month at Wild Rice Bar and grill at 7 p.m. More info at www.redriverridersatv.org, or email info @redriverridersatv.org,

The Spoonpluggers of Minnesota meet at 7:21pm the second Tuesday of each month at Sgt. Pepper's Restaurant, 1295 Geneva Ave. (Hwy 120). For more info: George @ 763-421-4011 (days).

Trout Unlimited, Twin Cities Chapter meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Woodlake Nature Center, 735 Lakeshore Dr., in Richfield at 7:00pm. For more info: 952-474-1694.

Women Anglers of Minnesota (WAM) meet the second Monday of each month at Elks 44 Club, 2975 Brookdale Dr, Brooklyn Park, MN, at 7:30pm. Public is welcome. For more info: 612-339-1322 or WomanAnglers@aol.com.

Women for Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife (WFHW) meet the second Monday of each month at the Sawmill Inn in Brainerd, MN at 7:00pm. For more info: Peggy @ 218-764-3372 or Kim @ 218-963-7539. Contact: Kevin 218-634-9457 $350 per team

Rainy River 5th Annual Grand Slam Walleye Tournament www.grandslamwalleye.com Contact: Tom Pfister 218-348-0700 $200 per team

St. Louis River/Lake Superior FM Walleyes Spring Classic Contact: Chad Maloy @ 701-271-0577 or 701-292-2491 $250 per team

Pelican Lake Little Crow Anglers Tournament Contact: Harlan Davenport @ 320-974-8445 $300 per team

Green Lake Wave Wackers Invitational Contact: 612-825-2323 $1250 per team

Lake Mille Lacs Lac Qui Parle Walleye Tournament Contact: 320-269-5624 $150 per team

Lac Qui Parle 12th Annual Eagles Classic Contact: Rob 218-847-8264 $200 per team

Detroit Lakes Lake County Sportsman's Club Tournament Contact: 218-864-8827 $150 per team

Ottertail Lake Big Stone Walleye Classic Contact: 605-432-4451 $100 per team

Big Stone Lake Osakis Lions Tournament Contact: John Temple @ 320-859-4456 $400 per team

Lake Osakis Hunter's Point Resort Tournament Contact: 320-676-3227 $450 per team

Mille Lacs Lake West Battle Lake Tournament Contact: Eric Olson 218-864-0738 $165 per team

West Battle Lake Devils Lake Invitational Tournament Contact: 701-662-4903 www.devilslakend.com $200 per team

Devils Lake Red Door Tournament Contact: 218-678-2660 $200 per team Mille Lacs Lake Hunter's Point Couples Tournament Contact: 320-676-3227 $200 per team

Mille Lacs Lake Mac's Twin Bay Couples Tournament Contact: 320-676-8709 www.macstwinbay.com $100 per couple ($110 day of tourney)

Mille Lacs Lake Park Rapids Area Chamber Fall Classic Contact: 800-247-0054 $200 per team

Long Lake Myr Mar Marina Walleye Tournament Contact: 218-678-2629 $150 per team

Mille Lacs Lake FM Walleyes Fall Classic Contact: Chad Maloy @ 701-271-0577 or 701-292-2491 $250 per team

Big Cormorant Lake Elks Fall Walleye Classic Contact: 320-763-5670 or 320-760-1737 $120 per team

Chain of Lakes, Alexandria Warrior Walleye Classic, Contact: 320-963-5005 Lake Oahe, Pierre, SD

North Star Fall Walleye Classic Contact: Kevin 218-634-9457 $332 per team

Rainy River MUSKIES Metro Muskie Tournament Contact: Paul Hartman 763-786-6031 $35 per person

Metro Area Lakes Mille Lacs Muskie Tournament Contact: Paul Hartman 763-786-6031 $320 per team

Mille Lacs Lake Portage Bay Muskie Classic Tournament Contact: New Leech Lake Campground 218-654-3785 $55 per entrant

Leech Lake Cass Lake Muskie Tournament Contact: Paul Hartman 763-786-6031 $420 per team

Cass Lake Lucky Libby Muskie & Bass Tournament Contact: Tim Hoene 763-755-2484 $150 per person

Lake Minnetonka CRAPPIES BJ's Crappie Tournament Contact: Bill @ 320-274-3730 $60 per team

Clearwater Lake ICE FISHING 18th Annual (2007) Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza Contact: 1.800-950-9461 or www.icefishing.org.

Jan 20: Gull Lake Devils Lake Volunteer Fire Dept. Tournament Contact: Jim Moe 701-662-3913

Jan 27: Devils Lake Pelican Lake (WI) Ice Fishing Tournament Contact: 715-848-7737 or www.wiicefishing.com

Feb 3: Pelican Lake 6th Annual (2007) Am. Legion Ice Fishing Derby Contact: 218-732-3360

Feb 3: Fish Hook Lake 7th Annual (2007) Alexandria Ice Fishing Challenge Contact: www.icefishingchallenge.org

Feb 10: L'Homme Dieu Deer Lake (WI) Classic Ice Fishing Tournament Contact: 715-294-5789

Feb 10: Deer Lake Duluth Big Jig Ice Fishing Contest Contact: 218-788-2544 or www.umdbulldogs.com

Feb 11: Pike Lake

TOURNAMENTS
BASS TOURNAMENTS
American Bass Anglers www.abamn.com Draw Format--$55 Entry

District #44 George Miserendino, Director 952-423-3457 www.abamn.com Solutions@tritonsecsol.com

District #11 Jeff Dixon, Director 763-972-3531 www.abamn.com jdixon510@frontiernet.net

Angler’s Choice Tournaments Contact: Rich Bengston (River) 763-706-2770 Dave Cindrich (Glacier) 507-263-5975 $150 per team

River Glacier Team Supreme Contact: Bruce Smith 763-360-2649 Jamie Muller 507-895-8441 www.teamsupremetackle.com $110 per team

North Star Division Minnesota Division Denny's Super 30 Contact: Denny Nelson 612-201-2406 $200 (Iowa events) $300 per team Denny's Wednesday Evening Bassin' Contact: Denny Nelson 612-201-2406 $100 Entry--Wednesday

Evenings on Lake Minnetonka Fishers of Men Contact: (West) Lee Danielson 763-390-5679 (East) Mark Schultz 763-566-9141 $135 per team

West East Excel Fishing Tournaments Contact: Joel Stokka 218-760-1026 www.excelbass.com $65 Entry Fee

Boater Only Tournaments Extream Bass Contact: Steve Karsseboom 952-447-7056 www.extreambass.com $250 per team

Angler’s Elite Pro Bass Tour Contact: Linda or Jodi 763-535-8011 Pro-Am Format $350 pro; $200 co-angler ($1300 pro/$750 co-angler for all four events)

SD State Open Bass Tournament Contact: Cliff 605-296-3360 $200 per team

Lake Francis Case Confidence Learning Center Invitational Contact: Steve Soukup 952-447-4338  $500 per team

Gull Lake & Whitefish Chain St. Stephen Lions Smallmouth Tournament Contact: Pam 320-393-4248 or 320-393-2584 $150 per team

Mississippi River Missouri River Bass Tournament Contact: Joe 712-428-3913 or Mark 712-277-9568  www.bassaction.com $150 per team

Sioux City, IA WC Bassmasters Fall Classic Contact: Brad 320-235-4097 or Mike 320-235-1948 $100 per team

Lake Minnewaska Little Crow Anglers Bass Tourney Contact: Dean 320-235-6367 or Brad 320-235-4097  $80 per day Norway & Games Lakes Viking Invitational Bass Tournament Contact: Art Simms 612-805-6725 $30 per team

Lake Minnetonka WALLEYES TOURNAMENTS Masters Walleye Circuit (MWC) Contact: 1-877-893-7947 www.masterswalleyecircuit.com Team Format--$600

MWC Central MWC East Championship Professional Walleye Trail (PWT) Contact: 218-829-0620 www.in-fisherman.com Pro-Am Format--$1400 pro; $600 amateur

Super Pro Series (Invitation only) Regional Series World Walleye Association--Team Challenge  Contact: 920-651-1066 www.worldwalleye.com $210 per team

Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota Wisconsin Wal-Mart FLW Walleye Tour Contact: 270-252-1000 www.flwoutdoors.com $1250 pro; $360 co-angler Wal-Mart FLW Walleye League Contact: 270-252-1000 www.flwoutdoors.com Boater/Co-Angler Format--$150 Boater; $75 Co-Angler ($200/$100 for Super Tournaments) Finals: 9/7 in Escanaba, MI Minnesota Division Michigan Division Wisconsin Division
Minnesota Tournament Trail Contact: Mike & Renee Holt @ 320-679-2825 www.mntournamenttrail.com $200 per team (1-day events) $225/2-day events

Minnesota Walleye Trail Contact: Jim & Tom Miller @ 507-764-2668 www.polebender.com $250 per team  Lake Pepin Open Walleye Classic Contact: John Walter @ 507-775-6406 www.walleyesearchers.com $210 per team

Mississippi River Missouri River Classic Contact: Garry Allen @ 605-734-5591 $190 per team

Chamberlain North Star Spring Walleye Classic

SEMINARS
Laurentian Environmental Center Family/Service Programs. For more info: 1-888-749-1288

Bow Benders Archery Club For more info: Rick @ 507-931-4603

Broken Arrow Archery Club For more info: 507-248-3230

Chilakoot Bowhunters For more info: Scott @ 763-439-2462 or Rob @ 763-430-9945

Christian Bowhunters of America For more info: Gordy @ 320-679-5767

Rapids Archery Club For more info: Bob Harrison @ 763-755-2718 or call 612-824-1644

Rochester Archery Club For more info: 507-280-6282

Twin Arrows 3D Archery Range For more info: 320-679-3986

Wolf Track Archery Club
For more info: 763-780-3965 or 763-784-6084 Jan 10-14: Minnesota Sportsmen’s Boat, Camping, & Vacation Show. RiverCentre, St. Paul, MN. For more info: www.cenaiko.com or 763-755-8111.

Jan 17-21: Minneapolis Boat Show. Mpls. Convention Center, Mpls., MN. For more info: www.minneapolisboatshow.com or 612-827-5833.

Jan 26-28: Red River Valley Boat & Marine Products Show. FargoDome, Fargo, ND. For more info: www.cenaiko.com or 763-755-8111.

Jan 26-28: Rochester Sports & Vacation Show, Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, MN. For more info: 507-387-7469

Feb 8-11: RV, Vacation, & Camping Show. Mpls. Convention Center, Mpls., MN. For more info: www.agievents.com or 763-383-4499.

Feb 8-11: Minnesota Boat & Marine Products Show. RiverCentre, St. Paul, MN. For more info: www.cenaiko.com or 763-755-8111.

Feb 9-11: Sioux Empire Boat & Marine Products Show. Sioux Falls Convention Center, Sioux Falls, SD. For more info: www.cenaiko.com or 763-755-8111.

Feb 16-18: St. Cloud Sportsmen’s Show. St. Cloud Civic Center, St. Cloud, MN. For more info: www.cenaiko.com or 763-755-8111.

Mar 8-11: Red River Valley Sportsmen’s Boat, Camping, & Vacation Show. Sioux Falls Arena & Convention Center, Sioux Falls, SD. For more info: www.cenaiko.com or 763-755-8111.

Mar 27-Apr 1: Northwest Sportshow. Mpls. Convention Center, Mpls., MN. For more info: www.northwestsportshow.com or 612-827-5833.

March 30-31: 18th Annual Pre-1940 Antique Arms Collectors Show presented by the Heritage Arms Society. Show at Eagan, Minn. Civic Center, St. Paul, Minn., 952-888-1079.


DNR Information Line: Toll-free 1-888-MINNDNR • www.dnr.state.mn.us

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Ohio

Non-profit conservation organizations, women in the outdoors, fishing, and shooting clubs, share the word about your upcoming events and tournament information in MidWest Outdoors.

EDUCATION
January 13
Hunter Education Class in Franklin, Ohio, Warren County, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For further information call 1-800 WILDLIFE.

January 13, 14
Hunter Education Class in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Franklin County from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For further information call 1-800 WILDLIFE.

January 3-7
Ohio RV Super Show, International Exposition (IX) Center, Cleveland, OH,
Great Lakes RV Assoc., Bruce Wolfsan, (216) 970-7500, www.ohiorvshow.com.

January 5-14
Cincinnati Travel, Sports and Boat Show, Cincinnati Convention Center, Cincinnati, OH, Hart Productions, Vicki Diebold (513) 281-0022, www.hartproductions.com.

January 10-14
Cincinnati Hunting and Fishing Show, Cincinnati Convention Center, Cincinnati, OH, Hart Prod. (513) 281-0022, www.hartproductions.com.

January 12-21
Cleveland Mid-America Boat Show, I-X Center, Cleveland, OH, LEMTA, Shawn Fergus (440) 899-5009, slfergus@boatohio.com, www.lemta.com, or boatohio.com.

February 3-4
Columbus Boat & RV Show, Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH, Hart Productions, Chip Hart, (877) 704-8190, fax (513) 797-1013, www.hartproductions.com.

February 8-11
Columbus Sport, Vacation & Boat Show, Ohio Expo Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus, OH. Hart Productions, Chip Hart, (513) 281-0022, Fax (513) 281-3322, www.hartproductions.com.

February 9-11
Cincinnati RV Super Show, Wall to Wall Sports Complex, Madison, OH, Odyssey Expositions, Pam Lynch, (941) 827-7144, www.rvexpo.com.

February 23-25
The Select Fishing & Hunting Expo, Michand’s Town & Country, Strongville, OH, (800) 289-4423 or (216) 346-7854.

February 23-25
Jim Strader Hunting and Fishing Expo, Kentucky International Convention Center, Downtown Louisville, Louisville, KY, Jim Strader (502) 254-5000, fax (502) 254-5000.

OHIO SPORTSMAN’S CALENDAR
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Wisconsin

TheWISCONSIN Sportsman’s Calendar
WISCONSIN Stay just a little bit longer.
Visit travelwisconsin.com Or Call 1.800.432.8747

EVENTS
Non-profit conservation organizations, women in the outdoors, fishing, and shooting clubs, share
the word about your upcoming events and tournament information in MidWest Outdoors.

February 3-4

Winterfest at the Northwest Angle. This annual event celebrates the secluded beauty of the Northwest
Angle and islands, with food, fun and fishing. Sportsman's Lodge on the Rainy River and Sportsman's Oak
Island Lodge (40 miles out on Lake of the Woods) are the perfect places for you to stay and enjoy this wonderful event—and our guides will see to it that your ice fishing experience is memorable. Sportsman's Lodge and Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge. Phone: 800-862-8602 or 218-634-1342, ext. 438; e-mail: hennumg@mncable.net; web: www.sportsmanslodges.com.

February 3-4
Annual Fisheree, ice fishing competition on waters near Prairie du Chien with headquarters at Lakeview
Marina Bar & Restaurant, County K, Prairie du Chien, outing for the entire family, fishing prizes, and evening
entertainment, (Fisheree WILL BE HELD - ice or no ice), 800-732-1673.

February 17-18
17th Annual Klondike Days in Eagle River, Wis. Wisconsin's most multifaceted winter festival. Authentic
voyageur encampment with recreators in historically correct, dress, living quarters, foods, along with exhibitions of blacksmithing, muzzle loader shooting, cooking, sewing, and clothing; sled dog races, horse pulls, wood carving, fabulous arts & crafts exhibition and sale featuring local and regional artisans of all disciplines, Native American exhibitions and storytelling, bluegrass music, great foods including funnel pop corn, Paul Bunyan brownies, buffalo burgers, wild rice soup; and many other events that will be posted as the event date comes closer. For info contact the Eagle River Chamber of Commerce, 800-359-6315,
715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org. Klondike Days, P.O. Box 1166, Eagle River, WI 54521. Phone toll free: 800-359-6315; e-mail: info@klondikedays.org; www.klondikedays.org.

SPORTS SHOWS
January 19-21
All-Canada Show, Milwaukee County Sports Complex, Franklin, WI, (414) 423-9267, fax (414) 423-9270.

January 19-28
Milwaukee Boat Show, Wisconsin Expo Center State Fair Park, Milwaukee, WI, ShowSpan, Inc., (800) 328-6550, www.wisconsinboatshow.com or www.showspan.com.

January 22-24
All-Canada Show, Marriott Madison West, Atrium Hotel and Conference Center, Middleton, WI, Eric Maravilla
(608) 831-2000; Fax (608) 831-1376.

January 25-28
All-Canada Show, ShopKo Hall, Green Bay, WI, Eric Maravilla (920) 4943404, Fax (920) 494-6868.

January 26-28
MAC Events Boat Show, Exhibition Hall at Alliant Energy Center, Madison, WI, MAC Events, (800) 332-976,
www.macevents.com.
February 2-4
Northern Wisconsin Deer Classic and Outdoor Expo, Eau Claire Sports Center, Eau Claire, WI, Wildlife Heritage Assoc., Hugh Price (763) 746-2656 or hughprice@msn.com, www.deerexpo.com.

February 8-11
LaCrosse Boat, Sports & Travel Show, LaCrosse Expo Center, LaCrosse, WI, Shamrock Productions,
(952) 431-9630, www.shamrockprod.com.

February 9-11
Milwaukee Musky Expo, State Fair Park, West Allis, WI, Reuter's Show Productions (608) 833-6955, www.muskieexpo.com.

February 23-25
Madison Fishing Expo, Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Center, Madison, WI, (608)
245-1040, www.madfishexpo.com.

February 23-25
Wisconsin Deer Classic and Hunting Expo, ShopKo Hall, Expo Centre, Green Bay, WI, (800) 628-7971.

EDUCATION
January 9, 23, February 13 & 27
Garmin GPS Navigation Seminar at the Sportsman's Warehouse in DePere, Wis. They will take you through Garmin units front to back! Time is 6- 7 p,m. For information call Scotty King 920-336-7000,
orkstoddard@sportsmanswarehouse.com

January 18
Introduction to Shotshell Reloading at the Sportsman's Warehouse in DePere, Wis. Learn the basics of reloading shotshells. You can make ammunition that performs on the clays course or out in the game fields. Save money and have fun while making your own shotshells. Time: 6 - 7 p.m. For further information contact Scotty King, Tel./Email: 920-336-7000, kstoddard@sportsmanswarehouse.com .

February 22
Kids Archery Shoot at the Sportsman's Warehouse in DePere, Wis.,Children six years and older are
invited to come in and learn about Archery from the pro’s at Sportsman’s Warehouse. We will provide balloons for the kids to break, as well as bows for the children who require equipment.
Due to the tremendous response previously, this free shoot requires advanced registration by calling our
store. Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m. For further information contact: Aaron Cleven, Tel./Email: 920-336-7000,
kstoddard@sportsmanswarehouse.com

Ongoing
The Lake Geneva Fishing Club will be meeting at Dick's in Schaumburg, Ill., for the month of May; we will then meet at Gander Mountain in Kenosha (Rtes 50 & I94). Meetings start at 6:30 p.m. If you have question you may contact Paul Beran @ 630-262-0163. We have a speaker; from members to top name pros at the monthly meetings. The cost for an annual membership is $40; there is also a family membership (husband, wife & children under 16) available for $65. Tournament entry fees are nominal and set by the
chairman, we fish for fun and learning.

October 1-First Saturday in May
Hook and line fishing is prohibited from one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise in all Lake Michigan tributaries except the Oconto River and its tributaries and the downstream portion of the Peshtigo River (see regulations for details).
January 6
Roll-In Point Ice Fishing Contest, Solberg Lake, Philips. Derby runs 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration closes at 10 a.m. Prizes for the two longest fish in the walleye, northern, perch, bluegill and crappie categories. Additional youth prizes awarded. Entrance fee is $10 per person, with 100 percent payback. Call 715-339-4585 or email
nordland04@pctcnet.net.

January 14
Mirror Lake Fisheree, Baraboo. One-day ice fishing contest on Mirror Lake. The fisheree runs from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 608-254-2333.

January 20
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation 2007 Annual Wisconsin Elk Camp Big Game Banquet & Benefit Auction from 4:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. The event will consist of dinner, raffles and an auction. The banquet will feature quality merchandise including big game rifles, hunting equipment, bronze sculptures and other unique merchandise. Will be held at the Stony Creek Inn, 1100 Imperial Avenue (Business 51 - Exit 185) in Rothschild, Wis., (715-355-6858). Tickets are $45/person and must be purchased in advance and will not be sold at the door. For information call Brenda Kruncos at 715-355-4611 or 715-6931983. Tickets also available at Paul’s Paint Center in Schofield, Wis.

January 27-28
Guys on Ice, ice fishing comedy at the Grand Theatre in Wausau. Wausau/Central Wisconsin Convention &
Visitors Bureau: 888-948-4748, or 715355-8788; e-mail: info@visitwausau.com; web:www.visitwausau.com.

January 28
47th Annual Nebegamon Lions Club Fisharama, Lake Nebagamon. One-day ice fishing derby on Lake Nebagamon, Prizes awarded in adult and youth classes. Call 715-374-3357.

Port Edwards Lions Club Fisheree, Wisconsin Rapids. Ice fishing contest for the largest fish in several categories, ice-cutting demonstrations, sculptures. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 715-886-3205.

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Ice Fishing contest, Amery. Prizes offered for several classes, door prizes drawn, chicken dinner at the church. Call 715268-7717.

Lake Esodore Ice Fishing Contest, Medford. One-day event with food and refreshments available. Call 888-682 9567.

February 3
Bald Eagle Appreciation Day, held on the grounds of the Wisconsin Welcome Center/Prairie du Chien Chamber, 211 S Main, Prairie du Chien and co-host site AmericInn, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Live Bald Eagle
programs (eagle from the National Eagle Center in Wabasha, Minn.); exhibits and presentations on eagles and raptors, birding experts on hand, outdoor viewing of Bald Eagles through spotting scopes, life-size Bald Eagle nest, activities for children, mini field trips to other viewing locations, refreshments, co-sponsored by Effigy Mounds National Monument, 800 7321673.

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