Michigan's finest tradition for the avid fisherman, hunter or outdoor loving family! Exhibitors will be at the show with the latest outdoor gear, travel information and fishing boats. The features are famous: World Class Taxidermy, Antique Lures, Trout Pond, Woodcarvers, Pellet Range, Fishing Simulator, Rock Wall and Fly Casting Instruction. Nearly 100 fishing and hunting seminars will be held on 4 stages, including "Lake Ultimate," the 110,000 gallon indoor lake. Michigan sportsmen never miss it!
PLEASE NOTE: The following information is from the 2012 Ultimate Sport Show.
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The Allegan and Grand Rapids Chapters of Ducks Unlimited is presenting this competition for the 5th time at the Ultimate Sport Show.
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Hosted by the Grand Valley Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation on Saturday evening. Featuring some of Michigan's top callers as they compete for cash and prizes.
Steve Francis of Country Smoke House will demonstrate how to field dress, handle, butcher and process your next whitetail deer. A must-see for every deer hunter and venison lover!
Avid bird hunter, outdoor writer and seminar leader Mark Romanack puts his black lab, Mason, through his paces right on the water.
This special 2-hour workshop on advanced walleye techniques will cover every new angle for fishermen who want to climb to the next level of catching walleye! ($25 Fee)
The top pro-staffers from the National Bass Anglers Association will present several how-to seminars designed to education anglers on the art of bass fishing and tournament fishing.
Captains Dave Engle and Bill Bale will be on hand for a one time only special appearance for this must see presentation! ($25 Fee)
An indoor lake? You bet! With over 110,000 gallons of water, this lake provides the ULTIMATE opportunity for seminar leaders to present from fully rigged fishing boats.
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THURSDAY NIGHT at 7pm! Celebrity hosts Jimmy and Jenny of Michigan-Out-of-Doors TV Show along with Tony Gates of WLAV FM will interview Michigan hunters.
What flies through the air with the greatest (or not so greatest) of ease? It's Ultimate Air Dogs, the Big Air Show!
The Michigan Taxidermist Association holds their annual competition and convention at the Show each year. Fish, deer heads, small and large mammals are on display. Upwards of 250 mounts are entered.
Come take advantage of FREE fly casting instruction coordinated by the Great Lakes Fly Fishing Company!
Watch some of the top fly tyers in Michigan as they set up and demonstrate their favorite patterns!
Challenging anglers of all ages! Even if you come just to watch you will see the highest catch percentage of any trout pond you have ever seen.
Seasoned tournament anglers are on hand not only to run the contest, but to instruct and coach the participants with their casting skills.
Strap on the harness and test your climbing ability utilizing the state of the art hydraulic billet system.
Take the trolling rod in hand, watch the video screen and get ready! Michigan charter captains are on hand to coach your fish playing techniques. Top scores win fishing trips!
Come and see the beautiful and impressive display of the Woodland Woodcarvers. Local artisans will display the results of their work, as well as demonstrate their considerable skills.
Official Truck of the Ultimate Sport Show!
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Bring a bag of non-perishable food to the show on Thursday and get in for FREE! The food will be donated to God's Kitchen and other needy organizations. Sponsored by Tony Gates of WLAV FM.
FREE Eppinger Limited Edition Lures to the first 500 attendees on Thursday and Friday only!
The first 250 lucky attendees to the Ultimate Sport Show on Saturday and Sunday will receive a FREE Tackle Pack!
Brett Bakita of WBBL will host this competition on Lake Ultimate on Saturday at 12pm. Listen to WBBL FM for details on how to qualify your kid to compete.
Don't miss this fierce competition on Friday night by the Trout Pond. Listen to Thunder 94.5 FM for details on how to qualify to compete.