Philadelphia Features

	New & Exclusive! THE BASS UNIVERSITY The No. 1 bass fishing teaching school comes to the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow. “The Bass University’s commitment to growing bass fishing through education is a perfect fit for the ASA/Eastern Fishing outdoor expos,” says Bass University co-owner Pete Gluszek. Headlining the teaching team at the Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow will be 2011 FWC champion Scott Martin. Kevin Short, Pete Gluszek, Dave Wolak, Mark Davis and Brett Hite will also be teaching. Bass University will be in-class on Saturday & Sunday, February 18 and 19 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks. In addition, Bass University attendees receive free show admission for the duration of the event. Go to www.thebassuniversity.com additional information. Watch this video of Mike Iaconelli talking about The Bass University Purchase your class here
	*New & Exclusive!* Legendary Bowhunter Myles Keller Archery Icon Myles Keller will be holding court at the Sportshow. Myles, in booth 610, will be available during show hours to answer your bow hunting questions. A member of the Bowhunters Hall of Fame, Myles earned his recognition through years of well documented success. Myles attendance at the show is sponsored by United Country Outfitters (booth 609). Myles is a United Country Outfitters Pro Staff member.
	*New & Exclusive!* Swampmaster Getting attacked by an 8-foot alligator probably isn't a good career move unless you're Jeff Quattrocchi. "I kind of look at myself as the Evel Knievel of alligator handling, " he explains with a smile. Quattrocchi, who's better known as "The Swampmaster", is a professional alligator handler. Jeff Quattrocchi of Orlando finds that the 7-ft. alligator may not see eye-to-eye as Quattrocchi demonstrates his skill at alligator handling, one of the features at this year's show. The alligators in his show are purchased from alligator farms while they're still quite ferocious. After 2 weeks, the gator is placed in a pond with numerous other gators which have retired from the show. Part of the feature is educational as Jeff points out many facts about alligators. Showtimes on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
	*New & Exclusive!* Jack Dagger: The King of Fling Jack Dagger: The King of Fling is a world renowned knife throwing comedian (performing in over two thousand shows). He has been inducted into the International Knife Throwers Hall of Fame, won several World Championships, and has invented the first new knife throwing stunt in almost a hundred years: The Jack Knife - Cucumber Slice (as Seen on The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien). In a recent interview, Michael J. Bainton (the executive director of the International Knife Throwers Hall of Fame) said, "I am continuously amazed by his precision marksmanship and his ability to entertain an audience. He is the most accurate knife thrower in the world at this time, and constantly raises the standards by which other knife throwers are measured in the entertainment field." Don't miss this spectacular show. Watch The Jack Knife - Cucumber Slice on the episode of The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien
	New! World Record Striper See the new all-tackle world record striper weighing 81.88 lbs. Greg Myerson caught this record breaker striper on August 4, 2011 off the Westbrook, CT shoreline. The previous world striper record stood for 29 years. It will be on display at the On The Water booth (booth 101).
	*New & Exclusive!* AMERICAN FLY FISHING SCHOOL The experts from the American Fly Fishing School will have a casting pool right on the show floor offering continuous fly casting instruction. Also, they’ll have a learning center staffed by expert fly tyers and fly anglers. This is your opportunity to learn the quiet sport of fly fishing.
	*New & Exclusive!* KIDS FLY CASTING COMPETITION with the American Fly Fishing School Mike Corblies, national fly fishing personality and Director of American Fly Fishing Schools, will Emcee a Kids Fly Casting Competition sponsored by WILD WATER FLY FISHNG PRODUCTS and FLY FISHING in SALT WATERS Magazine at the A.F.F.S. "Simul-Cast" Pond. It's a fly casting accuracy tournament for kids 10 to 17. No previous fly casting experience is necessary to participate and all the equipment is provided. This contest for young anglers is to demonstrate and improve their fly fishing skills, have fun and maybe win some great prizes. Thursday, Friday and Saturday - Kids can Pre-Register and practice with Capt. Mike Competition: Sunday: 10:30 am - 2:00 pm A Complimentary Prize of 2 hand tied flies for all the contestants. Grand Prize winner gets a WILD WATER complete fly fishing outfit rod, reel, line. leader, backing, rod carrier and a box of flies 2nd Place winner - WILD WATER Fly Rod and bag 3rd Place winner - WILD WATER Fly Reel 4th place winner - 1 year subscription to FLY FISHING IN SALTWATERS Magazine 5th place winner - Box of 6 A.F.F.S. custom tied flies For More Information visit: americanflyfishingschools.com e-mai: info@americanflyfishingschools.com
	*New & Exclusive!* iCombat Simply put, iCOMBAT is the future of scenario gaming. The iCOMBAT model is powered by the irTactical training system, the newest U.S. military spec projectile-less training platform currently deployed with the F.B.I., the U.S. Army, and tactical training academies around the world. Law enforcement agencies and military forces benefit from the irTactical laser training system in many ways. Today's changing battlefield and urban environments demand that soldiers and law enforcement officers continuously train in realistic locations to ensure they are prepared for any mission. The irTactical system offers an uncompromising training platform that mimics real weapons issued to tactical teams, which is used to train virtually anywhere. This ultra-realistic concept of training transfers over to the scenario gamer who can then experience the intensity of real world training in a game-like setting, through iCOMBAT.
	*New & Exclusive!* Bobbing for Trout Join WXTU on Thursday, Feb. 16 at 5pm and see contestants "Bob for Trout" to try their luck at winning an Ocean Kayak Prowler 11T Angler from Paddler Cove in Washington, NJ! Go to WXTU for more details and to register!
	*New & Exclusive!* iKidsFishing iKidsFishing is a kids’ fishing show starring kids teaching kids and you on how to catch fish. Meet the cast from the iKidsFishing show on Saturday and Sunday. Talk fishing with the kids and learn more about panfishing.
	EXCLUSIVE! Meet Top Bass Pros! Meet some of the top pros on the bass fishing tour as they mingle on the show floor while visiting exhibitor booths and presenting seminars. On Saturday: Mark Davis, Dave Wolak, Brett Hite On Sunday: Scott Martin, Kevin Short, Pete Gluszek Want to get really up close and personal? Visit www.thebassuniversity.com to register for the best and most informative classroom instructions in the world! Step up your game and learn from the best.
	*Exclusive!* Hawg Trough Check out our 5,000 gallon Fish tank loaded with monster large mouth bass. The nation’s top pros will be demonstrating the latest and the tried and true lures. The BEST way to see how a lure acts in the water is to see it firsthand. Let our pros show you how.
	EXCLUSIVE! SUNDAY is FAMILY DAY!!! Children 11 and under are free when accompanied by a paying adult. Below are just some of the fun events planned for Sunday. *Exclusive!* Kid Scavenger Hunt Hey kids, visit all the great *Kid Fun* activities on the show floor, have your checklist stamped and then visit the Grand Prize Giveaway booth in the lobby and get a free prize. Free Plano Tackle Box A free Plano Tackle Box will be given to the first 100 children 11 and under who attend the show on Sunday* *Must be accompanied by a paying adult FLW Reel Casting Kids Competition On Sunday Feb. 19th the PA Bass Federation will hold a free FLW Reel Casting Kids Competition from 11AM until 2PM. The Berks Bassmasters will host two separate age groups. One for ages 8-11 and another for ages 12-15. Winners in each age group will be eligible to move on to the PA State Finals held at Cabelas in Hamburg, PA later this fall. Winners of the State Finals will be eligible for scholarships or other prizes. Bobby the Bobber Meet Bobby the Bobber on Sunday!
	Cold River Mining Company Here’s fun for the kids! The Cold River Mining Company will be bringing the “Cave”. Kids will be able to enter a dark cave like atmosphere and hunt for fossils. This will present a unique and educational experience for children. Cold River Mining will again provide their gemstone-panning sluice in addition to the "Cave". (fee activity)
	"Reel Kids" Casting Event "Reel Kids" Casting Event gives kids of all ages instruction on the casting skills needed in bass fishing. Flipping, Pitching and Casting. The three most used lure presentations in our sport of bass fishing will be taught. At the show all day on Saturday. Hosted by
	Fishing Simulator Grab the rod and hold on, because you're guaranteed to hook a big one at our realistic fishing simulator. Watch on a large screen TV as the fish you've just hooked jumps and dives while the pull on the line exactly simulates the action of the fish. Fun for anglers of all ages.
	Stihl Archery Range Here's a great opportunity to learn archery...no matter your age. Volunteers from the United Bowhunters of Pennsylvania will be on hand to provide expert advice and instruction. Seasoned archers can also try out the latest in bows from exhibiting retailers.
	Red Stag Here is your chance to get up close to a live deer. Rolling Hills Red Deer Farm raises over 400 red deer on their farm near Bloomsburg, Pa. Bring your camera! Pet and even feed this big guy and learn more about this red deer.
	Marionette Show From Puppen Meister Productions, kids of all ages will delightfully giggle at “A Star Spangled Celebration”, a fun patriotic musical and comedy variety show presented on the Puppen Meister Grand Stage, complete with sound and lighting. The marionette show will take place several times a day.
	Trout Pond Fun for kids of all ages! Catch and release a monster! (fee activity)