Boat Smart Boating Safety Certification Course

A special one day Boating Safety Certification Course will be held on Saturday, January 24 at the Wisconsin Expo Center.  Representatives of the U.S. Power Squadron will conduct this special one-day class and those that pass will receive a certification of completion.  The knowledge gained could save you and your family’s life (at least it may reduce your insurance premiums).  All children (from 12-15 years of age) must have this certificate to operate a boat or personal watercraft without an adult on board.  This is a great opportunity to prepare for safe summer fun in ONE day!

Boat Smart Covers:  Boat Types & Terms; Boat Registration & Equipment; Boating Regulations & Safe Operation; Boat Handling & Seamanship; Aids to Navigation; Navigation Rules; Knots, Bends & Kitches; Adverse Conditions & Emergencies; and Introduction to Charts & Piloting

Registration Options: 

1.  Call (262) 786-2599 for information on how to pre-register.

2.  Register and pay at booth #352 at the MMDA until Friday, January 23.

3.  Register and pay at teh door on the day of the course, Saturday, January 24 (if there is space available) at 7:45am.

To be assured of a seat and materials, advanced registration is suggested. 

Improve Your Catch Seminar Series

This year the Milwaukee Boat Show is getting right down to basics.  Each Saturday and Sunday Dan Small of Outdoors Wisconsin will host presentations by the best presenters we can find on the 5 most popular game fish categories in Wisconsin.

Dan is celebrating 25 years as the Host of "Outdoor Wisconsin" on PBS TV this year.  Universally recognized as the flagship of Sportsman's programming in Badger State, Dan's personable and inquisitive style are classic.  We are very pleased to once again have Dan Small host our Fishing Seminar Stage!

Jason Woda

Jason has been fishing the Great Lakes for over 20 years and guiding for almost 10.  Specializing in the waters off Milwaukee, Jason has found the most productive waters nearby throughout the year.  Starting at New Years, Jason finds the open water for excellent fishing for Browns through the Winter, and shifting to Winthrop Harbor for incredible Coho action April through June.  Chinook are "King" through September with some Steelies tossed in for the acrobatics.  No serous off shore troller will want to miss the experience that Jason shares on the seminar stage.

Improve Your Catch for Salmon & Trout

Presented by Jason Woda - "Improve Your Catch Seminar Series"

Tom Newbauer

Fisherman, Author, Radio Show Host, TV Angler and Outdoors educator.  Few sportsmen in Wisconsin are not familiar with the expertise that Tom Newbauer is generous to share, whether it is over the air waves or up close and personal on the seminar stage.  Tom will present tips on improving your catch in 2 categories.  Covering both Smallmouth and Largemouth in Wisconsin Waters will be his first presentation, and a subject he is famous for.  When offered the roll of sharing tips on Panfish he jumped at it.  Whether it is Crappie, Sunfish, Bluegills or Perch, this category may appeal to the largest group of anglers and Tom knows it.  We know he will pack the house for this one.

Improve Your Catch of Panfish

Presented by Tom Newbauer - "Improve Your Catch Seminar Series"

Improve Your Catch of Bass

Presented by Tom Newbauer - "Improve Your Catch Seminar Series"

Jim O'Brien

Jim operates Dancing with Walleyes Fishing Guide Service in Southeast Wisconsin.  He also competes in several Walleye tournaments each year.  Jim takes great pride in passing on fishing skills learned to anglers young and old.  He is a Certified Instructor, Outdoor Writer and a persenter at several fishing seminars throughout the year.  His guide service operates year round from open water to ice fishing. 

Improve Your Catch of Walleye

Presented by Jim O'Brien - "Improve Your Catch Seminar Series"

Babe Winkleman

Sunday only special appearance, presented by Evinrude!  Come meet Babe and learn about the latest in Evinrude technology.

The Latest in Evinrude Technology

Presented by Babe Winkleman

Steve Miljat

Steve is one of Wisconsin's most respected guides and wildlife artisits.  He will present seminars on both weekends of the Boat Show.  Steve will share his knowledge regarding the Muskies of Pewaukee Lake and the many other locations where he has had famed success:  Lake Vermillion in Minnesota and Big Bay de Noc in Northern Lake Michigan to name a couple.

Improve Your Catch of Muskie & Pike

Presented by Steve Miljat - "Improve Your Catch Seminar Series"