Central IL Recreational Show

Central IL Recreational Show

Peoria Civic Center
201 SW Jefferson
Peoria, IL 61602

March 6-8, 2009

March 6 – 8, 2009
Accommodations in Peoria

AmericInn

Baymont Inn & Suites

Courtyard by Marriot

Restaurants

Chili’s Grill & Bar

Cracker Barrel

Hometown Buffet

What to do in Peoria?

Bishop Hill Arts Council – Swedish Historical Museum

Brown’s Oakridge Zoo

Rumors
A fast paces, fun-filled farce from playwright, Neil Simon. Four couples arrive at an anniversary party to discover the host has shot minself and his wife is missing. Hilarity erupts as the couples get more and more crazed trying to keep the story straight

Dates: 02/27/2009 to 03/08/2009
Location: Illinois Central College, 1 College Dr..
Hours: Fri & Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2:30pm
Admission: $7; students & seniors $5

309-694-5136

Come to the show………Peoria welcomes you!!

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33rd Annual Flint Camper & RV Show

33rd Annual Flint Camper & RV Show

Perani Arena & Event Center
3501 Lapeer Road
Flint, MI 48503

Located just south of I-69 at the Center Road exit.
Directions….View Map of the Show

February 5-8, 2009

Hours

Friday      February 5      2 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Saturday  February 6    11 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Sunday    February 7    11 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Monday   February 8      2 p.m-  9 p.m.

Check the Weather in Flint before you leave.

All types of new recreation vehicles-over 125 units and over 30 brands displayed; folding campers, motor homes, travel trailers, truck campers and fifth wheel travel trailers, ranging in price from $5,000 to more than $120,000.

Booths featuring parts and accessories, campground information, RV financing and RV rentals make this the complete RV show experience. Consumers can pick up the new 2009 RV & Campsite. This guide to camping and RV dealers in Michigan now includes coupons.

At the show, enter to win the Ultimate MIS Race Experience package from Michigan International Speedway. Includes tickets, camping and VIP access (valued at nearly $3,000).

Accommodations

Avon House Bed & Breakfast

Baymont Inn & Suits Flint

Comfort Inn Flint

Restaurants

Beale Street Smokehouse BBQ

Old Country Buffet

Frank’s Tavern - Seafood

Shopping

Genesee Valley Center -

130+ retailers anchored by Macy’s, JCPenney, Sears, and Burlington Coat Factory.

Prime Outlets Birch Run –

The Midwest’s largest outlet shopping center with over 150 brandname stores including Michigan’s only Pottery Barn Outlet.

Carriage Town Antique Center

What to do in Flint

Art Galleries and Museums

Theaters

Flint Cultural Center

Enjoy your chance for a holiday. Take the family along!

Website

Milwaukee All Canada Show

Milwaukee All Canada Show

Milwaukee County Sports Complex
6000 Ryan Rd.
Franklin, WI 53132-
(414) 423-9267

January 23-25, 2009

Hours:

Friday     January 23      3-9
Saturday January 24    10-7
Sunday   January 25    10-4

Norm McCreight brings a lifetime of outdoor experiences to the All-Canada
Mainstage.  2009 is the 25th anniversary of Norm doing seminars at the All-Canada Show. Norm’s two seminars are Big Pike Tactics and the Art of Moose Hunting.
2009 GRAND PRIZE – for all nine markets

Triumph 170 Sportsman boat, featuring Roplene construction offering unrivaled toughness, a unique smooth quite ride and virtually no maintenance, with a Yamaha 50HP Four Stroke outboard and matching trailer.

The All-Canada Show attracts over 300 of the finest lodges Canada has to offer…and our show is the largest gathering of Canadian lodges to appear in every one of our nine great  Midwest U. S. markets.

US PASSPORTS

The United States Postal Service is accepting passport applications at all our events including taking passport photographs. Apply at the show!
Enjoy a Labatt Blue and fresh walleye shore lunch

Great Times with friends are made in Canada.

Enjoy a cold Labatt Blue and fresh walleye shore lunch.

Meet Wildlife artist Anthony J. Padgett

Meet the 2008 Ducks Unlimited Wildlife artist-of-the-year and painter of the original artwork ‘Locked at Lac Seul’. You can also purchase a print right at the show!

Test your skills on the Cabela’s hunting simulator

Hunt big game at the show with our FREE Cabela’s hunting simulator. Kids love to test their skills on this life-like hunting machine.  Hunt for Bear, whitetail or Elk.

See ‘Locked at Lac Seul’  presented by:

See the largest locked antler exhibit in the world. This amazing exhibit creates the actual battle of two-trophy Bull Moose that cost them their lives. Back by popular demand, Locked at Lac Seul is sure to surprise you – even if you’ve seen it before.

Parking:

Event parking in public parking lots.

Check The Weather in Milwaukee before you leave.

Accommodations:

Intercontinental Downtown

Hyatt Regency – Milwaukee

Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites- Milwaukee

Things to do in Milwaukee

Restaurants

Zaffiros Pizza & Bar

EE Sane Thai Cuisine

Maharaja Restaurant – Indian

Enjoy exploring Milwaukee’s Unique History
Museums

Burlington Coat Factory

Birthdays Plus

Great Consignment of Thrifty Shopping

Bring The family Milwaukee welcomes you!

Website

Minneapolis Boat Show

Minneapolis Boat Show

January 21-25, 2009

Show Details
Dates & Location

Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 2nd Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55403

Show Hours

Wednesday, January 21 ..5pm–10pm

Thursday, January 22 ….12pm–10pm

Friday, January 23 ………12pm–10pm

Saturday, January 24 …..10am–9pm

Sunday, January 25 …….10am–5pm

Discover Boating Center – Learn how to get started in Boating!

SailFest – Dedicated sailing showcase featuring sailboats, sailing gear, daily sailing seminars

5 Days of Boating Fun and Once-a-Year Deals!

Features at a Glance
Boats of Bond - James Bond

On the heels of the box office smash Quantum of Solace, don’t miss this chance to see authentic spy vessels used in the 007 films The World is Not Enough and Diamonds are Forever, plus an assortment of cool Bond movie props and other exciting memorabilia. Located in Lobby D.

Boating Bachelor Charity Auction

A highlight of Ladies Night at the Minneapolis Boat Show, the Boating Bachelor Charity Auction benefiting the Ronald McDonald House within Children’s Minneapolis, is more than fun, it’s fun for a great cause! Boating Bachelor Charity Auction will take place on Friday, January 23, 2009 at 7:30p.m.

Power Boat Docking Challenge

Test your skills in daily contests that challenge your ability to dock these radio-controlled boats. Stand at an actual boat helm and steer your boat through the channel into the slip at the marina in a race against the clock.

Meet SpongeBob SquarePants

Straight from Bikini Bottom, SpongeBob SquarePants will visit the Minneapolis Boat Show on Saturday, January 24th from Noon-3pm.

Kid’s Cove

Stop in the all new Kid’s Cove so your little skippers can have some fun!You’ll find boating and fishing games and a trout pond.

SailFest Seminar Series

Free daily seminars for beginner and veteran sailors as well as adventurers of all ages!

Antique & Classic Boat Display

Step back in time with this display of antique and classic boats presented by theBob Speltz Land-O-Lakes chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat display.

Discover Boating Center

Your one-stop resource for boating information and advice. Staffed by experts who can answer all your questions and set you on a course to choosing a boat that will give you and your family years of enjoyment

Contests and Giveaways

Enter to win a $500 Shopping Spree at the Minneapolis Boat Show

a 2009 Sea-Doo at the Minneapolis Boat Show

a Hunter 140 Sailboat

a River Ridge Custom Canoe

a Hyperlite Wakeboard Package

Driving Directions to Minneapolis Convention Center

Parking at the Minneapolis Convention Center

Convenient parking options are located all around the Minneapolis Convention Center. The skyway system makes it easy for you to get from your car to the show.

Parking Ramp Map

Parking at the Center

Parking in the City

Travel easily with Metro-transit

Accommodations:
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis

Marriott Minneapolis City Centre

Hilton Minneapolis

Weather in Minneapolis

Shopping
Mall of America

Southdale Mall

Restaurants:
Reviews and photos of Minneapolis restaurants

Minneapolis Entertainment

Minneapolis offers a great family vacation! Bring the family!

Website

All Canada Show – Indianapolis IN

Indianapolis All Canada Show

The Fountains
502 E Carmel Dr
Carmel, IN 46032-
(317) 566-3400

January 19-21, 2009

Hours:

Monday, January 19         5p.m.-9p.m.
Tuesday, January 20        3p.m.-9p.m.
Wednesday January 21    3p.m.-8p.m.

Seminars offered each day by Norm McCreight who brings a lifetime of outdoor experiences to the All-Canada

2009 is the 25th anniversary of Norm doing seminars at the All-Canada Show. Norm’s two seminars;

Big Pike Tactics and the Art of Moose Hunting.

Meet Wildlife artist Anthony J. Padgett; the 2008 Ducks Unlimited Wildlife artist-of-the-year and painter of the original artwork ‘Locked at Lac Seul’.

See the largest locked antler exhibit in the world. This amazing exhibit recreates the actual battle of two-trophy Bull Moose that cost them their lives. Back by popular demand, Locked at Lac Seul is sure to surprise you – even if you’ve seen it before.

The All-Canada Show

attracts over 300 of the finest lodges Canada has to offer…and our show is the largest gathering of Canadian lodges to appear in every one of our nine great Midwest U. S. markets.

WORLD RECORD WHITETAIL - THE HANSON BUCK Presented by Cabela’s

The World Record Whitetail exhibit ‘Hanson Buck’ presented by Cabela’s visits the All-Canada Show. This life-size exhibit brings you face-to-face with the magnificent buck shot by Milo Hanson of Biggar, Saskatchewan in 1993. Built by Hawkins Taxidermy Winnipeg,

Manitoba the ‘Hanson Buck’ is sure to capture your attention.

2009 GRAND PRIZE – for all nine markets

Triumph 170 Sportsman boat, featuring Roplene construction offering unrivaled toughness, a unique smooth quiet ride and virtually no maintenance, with a Yamaha 50HP Four Stroke outboard and matching trailer.

PLUS a Cabela’s $1,000 Gift Card

Take in a FREE Seminar

US PASSPORTS

The United States Postal Service is accepting passport applications at all our events including taking passport photographs. Apply at the show!

Test your skills on the Cabela’s hunting simulator.

Hunt big game at the show with our FREE Cabela’s hunting simulator.
Kids love to test their skills on this life-like hunting machine. Hunt for Bear, whitetail or Elk.

Enjoy a Labatt Blue and fresh walleye shore lunch.

Great Times with friends are made in Canada.

Enjoy a cold Labatt Blue and fresh walleye shore lunch.

Check the Weather Forecast in Carmel before you leave

Accommodations nearby

SpringHill Suites Indianapolis Carmel

Comfort Suites Carmel

Doubletree Quest Suites Indianapolis-Carmel

Explore a great dining experience in Carmel

Mexican Cuisine

Mangia – Italian Food

The Glass Factory – Seafood

What to do in Carmel?

Treat the family to a magical adventure in a balloon

Take your family along! Make it a holiday!

Visit CanadianFishingBook Website

Tourism Marketing Videos

Tourism Marketing Videos

This isn’t just a collection of easy-to-learn-from Educational Videos and Video Marketing Lessons for Camp Owners and Tourism Operators… and it’s more than real-world Actions you can take right now to make a difference in all aspects of your marketing…

Watch Dozens of Hand-Picked Educational Videos on

• Trade Show Marketing
• Internet Marketing
• The Fundamentals of Selling
• Business Planning
• Time Management
• Self-Image Management

Tourism Marketing Videos is a community of people. People who are your peers and colleges. They run a Tourism Business too. They do the “Song and Dance” at Sport Shows through the winter – and they have also been thrown into blogging, social media and running their own website.

Just a few of the topics that are covered:

• Trash Show Crash Course
• How to market your booth at a trade show
• How to work a trade show
• Trade Show Marketing Tips
• Trade Show Exhibitor Presentation Tips
• Using a Selling System at Trade Shows
• Marketing Advice : Trade Show Displays
• Marketing & Advertising : How to Make a Trade Show Successful
• Five Surprising Errors That Kill Trade Show Sales

Illinois Fish & Feather Expo

Illinois Fish & Feather Expo

January 23-25, 2009

Interstate Conference Center
2301 W. Market
Bloomington, IL 61704

Hours

Friday, January 23 Noon to 8:00 PM

Saturday, January 24 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Sunday, January 25 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Enjoy Seminars by

Ted Takasaki: A top competitor on the In-Fisherman Professional Walleye Trail (PWT)

Jerry Martoglio: 2008 Illinois Bass Federation Angler of the Year

Ken Freeman: Dedicated to the great outdoors promoting competitive fun, Kenneth Freeman is President and CEO of Ken Freeman Outdoor Promotions.

Jonn Graham: Jonn has fished in excess of thirty different bass streams throughout the Midwest in addition to famous waters such as Dale Hollow and Pickwick Lake.

Jim Crowley: Jim has fished in the Caribbean, the Atlantic, the Pacific, throughout the Midwest, and Canada. His pictures are featured in the 2006 and 2007 Manitoba Travel and Adventure guide

Steve Welch: is an accomplished writer, with articles published in several magazines, such as Heartland Outdoors, Adventure Sports Outdoors, North American Crappie.

Terry Brown: Journalist, tournament angler, radio host, fishing educator, sports broadcasting and television personality.

Parking

Free Parking Sponsored by Dennison Toyota

Directions

The Interstate Center in located directly west of Bloomington-Normal and is accessible from the junction of I-39, I-74 and I-55. Take exit 160B and follow Route 9 precisely one mile and the facility is located on your right.

Map

WIN A TRIP TO CANADA!

GRAND PRIZE
Latreille Lake Lodge
Northwest Ontario Fly-in Fishing Lodge

Value: $3000

Situated in pristine Northwest Ontario, Latreille Lake Lodge offers the very best for your Canadian fly-in fishing trip…

FISH FRY
Illinois Fish and Feather will be hosting a fish fry all three days of the event.

CASTING KIDS
Friday: 3 pm – 7pm • Saturday: 10 am – 7pm • Sunday 10 am – 3pm

The Illinois Fish and Feather Expo will feature over 120 different exhibitors covering the entire spectrum of the outdoor recreation industry. This page will be updated frequently with vendor specials and promotions that can be used while attending the show. 

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Accommodations in and near Bloomington IL

Doubletree Bloomington

Eastland Suites Hotel

Burr House Bed & Breakfast

Restaurants to experience

Avantis Italian Restaurant Pizza, Italian Restaurants, Carry Out & Take Out

Carls Ice Cream Factory

Fiesta Mexican Restaurant Authentic Mexican food at an affordable price. Great place for large groups.

For your travel enjoyment in Bloomington

Miller Park Zoo
Beer Nuts and Bloomington Sale Barn

Shopping

Bloomington Commons, East Empire St. There are seven stores here including Schnucks, Toys ‘R Us, Barnes & Noble, Peggy’s Hallmark, Jo-Ann Fabrics & Crafts.

Eastland Mall, East Empire St. Shop over 90 specialty stores including Old Navy and five major department stores, Bergner’s, Famous Barr, JCPenney, Kohl’s and Sears and more…..

Take the family. Make it a holiday!

More about the Illinois Fish & Feather Expo

Milwaukee Boat Show

Milwaukee Boat Show

Wisconsin Expo Center at State Fair Park
8200 West Greenfield Ave.
West Allis, Wisconsin 53214

January 16-25, 2009

Friday,     January 16                  3pm – 9:30pm
Saturday, January 17                10am – 9pm
Sunday,   January 18                 10am – 6pm
Mon – Thurs, January 19-22      3pm – 9:30pm
Friday,     January 2312             Noon – 9:30pm
Saturday, January 24                 10am – 9pm
Sunday,   January 25                 10am – 5pm

The finest displays of the newest boats will be on display at the one Boat Show all boating enthusiasts know to attend.

Over 400 boats from over 100 manufacturers; motor yachts, runabouts, aluminum boats, pro style fishing rigs, pontoon boats, cruisers…you name it!

The ONE, The ONLY!

Wake-boarding, cruising, sunning, fishing or just hanging out on the water…all are facets of the Boating Lifestyle and the Milwaukee Boat Show is a celebration of just that.

Boat Smart Boating Safety Certification Course

A special one day Boating Safety Certification Course will be held on Saturday, January 24.  Representatives of the U.S. Power Squadron will conduct this special one-day class and those that pass will receive a certification of completion.

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.

Catch Seminars By The Very Best Including:

Jason Woda

Jason has been fishing the Great Lakes for over 20 years and guiding for almost 10.

Tom Newbauer

Fisherman, Author, Radio Show Host, TV Angler and Outdoors educator. Tom will present tips on improving your catch covering both Smallmouth and Largemouth and Crappie, Sunfish, Bluegills or Perch.

Jim O’Brien

Jim operates Dancing with Walleyes Fishing Guide Service in Southeast Wisconsin.

Babe Winkleman

Sunday only special appearance, presented by Evinrude! Learn about the latest in Evinrude technology.

Steve Miljat

Steve is one of Wisconsin’s most respected guides and wildlife artists. He will present seminars on both weekends of the Boat Show.

Meet Professional Wakeboarder Scott Byerly

Scott will be at the Lauderdale Lakes Marina display on Saturday, January 24th and Sunday, January 25th.

Antique & Classic Boats

The Glacier Bay Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society of America will bring in the best.

Restored Jersey Speed Skiff

Bottoms Up Boat Repair is proud to present the restored Jersey Speed Skiff

Key West Crab Shack

Stop by the Key West Crab Shack and enjoy the Caribbean Jazz of Michael Drake and the Splendor of the Seas Menu, while relaxing at the Boat Show!

Check the Weather in Milwaukee before you leave.

National Weather Service

The National Weather Service will be at the show to conduct workshops on reading and preparing for foul weather situations for all boaters.

Directions And Expo Center Facts

The Exposition Center at the Wisconsin State Fairgrounds is located in Milwaukee’s western suburb of West Allis.     Easily accessible from I-94.

Parking is in abundance, a short walk to the front door.

Accomodations

Intercontinental Downtown

Hyatt Regency – Milwaukee

Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites- Milwaukee

Things to do in Milwaukee

Restaurants

Zaffiros Pizza & Bar

EE Sane Thai Cuisine

Maharaja Restaurant – Indian Food

Enjoy exploring Milwaukee’s Unique History Museums

Shopping

Burlington Coat Factory

Birthdays Plus

Great Consignment and Thrifty Shopping

Bring the Family! Enjoy a great visit to Milwaukee

Website

Milwaukee Boat Show

Milwaukee Boat Show

Wisconsin Expo Center at State Fair Park
8200 West Greenfield Ave.
West Allis, Wisconsin 53214

January 16-25, 2009

Friday,     January 16                  3pm – 9:30pm
Saturday, January 17                10am – 9pm
Sunday,   January 18                 10am – 6pm
Mon – Thurs, January 19-22      3pm – 9:30pm
Friday,     January 2312             Noon – 9:30pm
Saturday, January 24                 10am – 9pm
Sunday,   January 25                 10am – 5pm

The finest displays of the newest boats will be on display at the one Boat Show all boating enthusiasts know to attend.

Over 400 boats from over 100 manufacturers; motor yachts, runabouts, aluminum boats, pro style fishing rigs, pontoon boats, cruisers…you name it!

The ONE, The ONLY!

Wake-boarding, cruising, sunning, fishing or just hanging out on the water…all are facets of the Boating Lifestyle and the Milwaukee Boat Show is a celebration of just that.

Boat Smart Boating Safety Certification Course

A special one day Boating Safety Certification Course will be held on Saturday, January 24.  Representatives of the U.S. Power Squadron will conduct this special one-day class and those that pass will receive a certification of completion.

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.

Catch Seminars By The Very Best Including:

Jason Woda

Jason has been fishing the Great Lakes for over 20 years and guiding for almost 10.

Tom Newbauer

Fisherman, Author, Radio Show Host, TV Angler and Outdoors educator. Tom will present tips on improving your catch covering both Smallmouth and Largemouth and Crappie, Sunfish, Bluegills or Perch.

Jim O’Brien

Jim operates Dancing with Walleyes Fishing Guide Service in Southeast Wisconsin.

Babe Winkleman

Sunday only special appearance, presented by Evinrude! Learn about the latest in Evinrude technology.

Steve Miljat

Steve is one of Wisconsin’s most respected guides and wildlife artists. He will present seminars on both weekends of the Boat Show.

Meet Professional Wakeboarder Scott Byerly

Scott will be at the Lauderdale Lakes Marina display on Saturday, January 24th and Sunday, January 25th.

Antique & Classic Boats

The Glacier Bay Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society of America will bring in the best.

Restored Jersey Speed Skiff

Bottoms Up Boat Repair is proud to present the restored Jersey Speed Skiff

Key West Crab Shack

Stop by the Key West Crab Shack and enjoy the Caribbean Jazz of Michael Drake and the Splendor of the Seas Menu, while relaxing at the Boat Show!

Check the Weather in Milwaukee before you leave.

National Weather Service

The National Weather Service will be at the show to conduct workshops on reading and preparing for foul weather situations for all boaters.

Directions And Expo Center Facts

The Exposition Center at the Wisconsin State Fairgrounds is located in Milwaukee’s western suburb of West Allis.     Easily accessible from I-94.

Parking is in abundance, a short walk to the front door.

Accomodations

Intercontinental Downtown

Hyatt Regency – Milwaukee

Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites- Milwaukee

Things to do in Milwaukee

Restaurants

Zaffiros Pizza & Bar

EE Sane Thai Cuisine

Maharaja Restaurant – Indian Food

Enjoy exploring Milwaukee’s Unique History Museums

Shopping

Burlington Coat Factory

Birthdays Plus

Great Consignment and Thrifty Shopping

Bring the Family! Enjoy a great visit to Milwaukee

Website

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