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Title: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: djkimmel on February 04, 2011, 04:29:35 PM
The FREE 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza show
will be March 26 and 27 this year.
Stop by and visit GreatLakesBass.com!


Saturday, March 26, 2011  9am to 6pm
Sunday,   March 27, 2011 10am to 5pm

Last chance boat show deals with special finance rates available!

FREE food!

15% off all 2- and 4-stroke oil!

Prize giveaways every hour to attendants!

FREE seminars from top pros!

Specials on fishing tackle, rods and reels from many great vendors! Over 25 fishing and outdoor vendors signed on already!

Wonderland Marine West (http://www.wonderlandmarinewest.com) - The #1 Fishing Boat Dealer in Michigan
Where Performance Counts

5796 E. GRAND RIVER- HOWELL, MI 48843

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Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: ROI Outdoors on February 16, 2011, 07:01:50 PM
Should be an excellent show this year!  The TBF/ROI Open Series Early Draw for the July 17th Lake St. Clair Event will be held at 1pm on the 27th - for those who are entered into the early draw and are present there we will be awarding a few paid entries, and a bunch of bait & tackle sponspor/partner prices and gift certificates.  Looking forward to seeing some familiar faces as well as some new ones.
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: djkimmel on February 28, 2011, 10:07:10 PM
I'll be there both days.
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: fiker on March 10, 2011, 07:47:55 AM
Is there a line up of who's speaking at the show this year? 

For anyone that has never been to this show before, it's a neat deal.  You can bring the kids, have a couple of hot dogs & chips, pick up the tackle you forgot at the other shows, and avoid the shipping charges.... All free.

Many of the vendors have tackle giveaways, and then there's the hourly raffle.  Good time. 

It's also a great time to meet and swap lies with other GLB members.

I look forward to this every year. I too usually go both days, depending on who's speaking and when.

Two years ago Marcel gave a presentation on the use of Rattle baits.  I've used what he taught ever since.  That alone was worth the trip over there.

And did I mention the hot dogs?
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: FOB on March 10, 2011, 07:26:21 PM
No speakers.  Just great deals on special tackle and boats.  Don't forget to bring your empty oil jugs as well and fill up for the 2011 season.

And yes, the hot dogs.........................
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: djkimmel on March 10, 2011, 08:12:25 PM
Put me down for 2 please ;D

I'll be there both days. Possibly with Xtreme Bass Tackle at my booth depending on how things go.
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: oldjigger on March 10, 2011, 09:09:08 PM
I'll be there in the Drop Shot Denny's booth if you want to see an old ----- bass fisherman.  we will have lots of sticks, tubes, jigs and jj's magic for sale

Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: ROI Outdoors on March 10, 2011, 11:41:31 PM
Quote from: oldjigger on March 10, 2011, 09:09:08 PM
I'll be there in the Drop Shot Denny's booth if you want to see an old ----- bass fisherman.  we will have lots of sticks, tubes, jigs and jj's magic for sale



You can do a seminar on JJ's Magic Color Spectrums and How To Catch 23lbs. sacks in Tourneys......
1pm time slot sounds good.
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: macbass on March 13, 2011, 03:20:12 PM
and the main emphasizes in that last old jigger post is OLD....luke i think you should do that seminar on jjs you seem to have spent a lot of time playing with it in grand rapids.. but i will be doing some color changes in the DROP SHOT DENNYS BOOTH for you guys that have nver seen it or used it....
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: Skulley on March 16, 2011, 10:04:00 PM
If there is still ice on the lakes, I will be attending.  If no ice, walleye fishing on the Detroit River.



BD                   ;D
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: djkimmel on March 21, 2011, 07:16:15 PM
Well you can take out a couple hours one of the days to drive over!
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: FOB on March 22, 2011, 11:30:23 AM
The FREE 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza show
will be March 26 and 27 this year.

Well, were getting the showroom ready for this upcomming weekend.  This year we have increased the vendors by 50%.  So we will be packing everyone inside, with a couple of vendors just outside.  If this keeps up ( which I hope it does ) we will be expanding even more. 

So I hope to see everyone here this weekend.  The weather man says cold, but sunny. 
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: McCarter on March 22, 2011, 11:48:21 AM
hope i can make enough Bullet Craws by then.  I am a little light after the GR show.

McCarter himself :-\'
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: FOB on March 22, 2011, 11:54:45 AM
You will take orders though, right?
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: VinceR on March 22, 2011, 12:02:55 PM
Quote from: FOB on March 10, 2011, 07:26:21 PM
No speakers.  Just great deals on special tackle and boats.  Don't forget to bring your empty oil jugs as well and fill up for the 2011 season.

And yes, the hot dogs.........................

Ralph, two questions. Will you have bulk Merc "Premium Plus" for sale? Also, I have an "expired" (in Nov., I believe) $25.00 gift certificate from an NBAA tourney. Can I still use it? 
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: FOB on March 22, 2011, 12:13:47 PM
Yes on the oil.  You must bring your old oil containers, or an approved oil container.  Can not be filling up milk or water jugs.

Sorry on the certificate, but it has expired.
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: bob o on March 23, 2011, 02:39:47 PM
Quote from: VinceR on March 22, 2011, 12:02:55 PM
Quote from: FOB on March 10, 2011, 07:26:21 PM
No speakers.  Just great deals on special tackle and boats.  Don't forget to bring your empty oil jugs as well and fill up for the 2011 season.

And yes, the hot dogs.........................

Ralph, two questions. Will you have bulk Merc "Premium Plus" for sale? Also, I have an "expired" (in Nov., I believe) $25.00 gift certificate from an NBAA tourney. Can I still use it? 

i've got and expired 25.00 gc too from last years dk open @ LSC i'm bringing it just in case
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: FOB on March 25, 2011, 07:51:23 PM
It's 7:40 pm.  Many vendors have already set up for tomorrow, and the rest first thing in the morning.  I promised myself I would not buying anything before it opens tomorrow, but Foley from South Street had brought me a special secret weapon, so I had to take it. 

Doors open at 9am with lots of special pricing, so plan on coming early, and staying late!

And as always, please look me up to say hi.  I have a couple of really special boat deals available as well.

See you all tomorrow!
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: djkimmel on March 25, 2011, 09:39:28 PM
I hope to be there by 8am to setup. I'll have to find out what this secret bait is!
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: FOB on March 25, 2011, 09:48:05 PM
Problem is Dan there are several super super secret baits at this show.  And I might not have enough time by Sunday at closing to get around to the vendors to get any.  Probably be all gone by then!!!!
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: Cheetam on March 25, 2011, 09:59:10 PM
Then I would definitely recommend you stop and see me by 9:05 am Saturday.  ;D
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: ROI Outdoors on March 25, 2011, 11:16:44 PM
There will be some more secret baits showing up around 10am...............
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: djkimmel on March 25, 2011, 11:26:38 PM
Are secret baits supposed to show up late?
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: LAPORTE on March 26, 2011, 07:16:47 AM
Quote from: FOB on March 25, 2011, 07:51:23 PM
It's 7:40 pm.  Many vendors have already set up for tomorrow, and the rest first thing in the morning.  I promised myself I would not buying anything before it opens tomorrow, but Foley from South Street had brought me a special secret weapon, so I had to take it. 

Doors open at 9am with lots of special pricing, so plan on coming early, and staying late!

And as always, please look me up to say hi.  I have a couple of really special boat deals available as well.

See you all tomorrow!


We were up there last night loading up the racks with baits. Man South Street Tackle is loaded with Jackal, War Eagle, Strike Zone, River 2 Sea and Reaction Innovation plus many more. Stop by and say Hi to Keith and Ron.

McCarter has a huge amount of stuff as well. His pouring station was overflowing with baits ready for the show the last time I was over.

This is going to be a good one for sure. Its a good time to stock up before that trip to KY lake for all of you NBAA guys and Gail's..

I wish i could be there but Ford wanted me 12 hours today... grrr

LAPORTE
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: Skulley on March 26, 2011, 10:13:00 AM
Quote from: LAPORTE on March 26, 2011, 07:16:47 AM

I wish i could be there but Ford wanted me 12 hours today... grrr

LAPORTE

What are you "grrr-ing about Don.  You are making extra $$$ when a lot of people are not making any $$$ at all.  I think it is a good thing.  Our state is still under much duress and when given the opportunity and I do mean "opportunity" to work some O.T. we should embrace it as auto workers.  We are luckier than most and we as the middle class are still under attack.  Keep working hard brother.  The show will be there for you tomorrow unless of course you are going in for Sunday Double Time and the lakes will still be there full of fish for you to catch when you have those cherished days off.  It could have been worse for all of us autoworkers.  We could have been all laid off and out of work.  So embrace it my union brother.............your making money when a lot of people are still out of work.


BD                                ;D
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: Manxfishing on March 27, 2011, 02:29:25 PM
I stopped in today
Dan was guarding the front door or there for a quick exit
Saw drop shot Denny and old jigger and picked up some Smallie smasher baits a few jigs along with  some of JJ's.
The free advice was priceless to me
THen I headed over to the Nemesis table and bought a few packs of the 3" goby's (Brain wasn't there yet)
And I saw Scott at the Revolution Baits table and picked up a pack of his Goby's as well.

After that I made my way back to the Hot dogs and picked up a 7 pin to 5 pin plug that I lost last year

All in all. Nice open house.
Only wish that I could buy the new Ranger 620 that they had on the lot





Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: DDBethke on March 27, 2011, 06:07:21 PM
It was great to see everybody there this year and to meet some new people as well.

Thanks again the Mitters, Ralph and the entire Wonderland crew for the opportunity to show Optimum Baits, ima and the new Reins soft plastics and tungsten line up.

Duane

Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: River Rat on March 27, 2011, 07:30:17 PM
Quote from: Manxfishing on March 27, 2011, 02:29:25 PM
I stopped in today
Dan was guarding the front door or there for a quick exit
Saw drop shot Denny and old jigger and picked up some Smallie smasher baits a few jigs along with  some of JJ's.
The free advice was priceless to me
THen I headed over to the Nemesis table and bought a few packs of the 3" goby's (Brain wasn't there yet)
And I saw Scott at the Revolution Baits table and picked up a pack of his Goby's as well.

After that I made my way back to the Hot dogs and picked up a 7 pin to 5 pin plug that I lost last year

All in all. Nice open house.
Only wish that I could buy the new Ranger 620 that they had on the lot

No mention of the sweet golf cart driving skills, not to mention the "Hey, need a ride?!"  I could've kept rollin'... ;) Man, some people.... ;D
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: dartag on March 27, 2011, 08:02:23 PM
I think there was more tackle than the Novi show.  Just no toasted almonds.
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: djkimmel on March 28, 2011, 12:19:41 AM
First time I didn't get to drive the golf carts... nice show with possibly a record in the fish story telling category. Signed up a few more members to join our fun. Thanks to Paul Mitter, Ralph Blasey (FOB), Scott, Chris and all the rest of the Wonderland Marine West (http://www.wonderlandmarinewest.com/) crew.
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: McCarter on March 28, 2011, 12:31:11 AM
Sorry i missed  you Royce.  Got called into action Saturday.  Didnt end up making it to the show til 4:30. 

I didnt do a whole lot of mingling sunday.  I had a hard time keeping my eyes open while i was tying jigs.  I cant wait til i get all caught up on orders and can take a night or two off and just SLEEP!!!  ugh, well i better get back to work if i type any longer i am likely to fall asleep and burn this shop down.

McCarter himself :-\'
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: djkimmel on March 28, 2011, 12:38:44 AM
Seems like you were there most of the day today.
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: McCarter on March 28, 2011, 12:42:35 AM
i was there most of the day today.  i think i rolled in slightly before 1 pm, maybe it was earlier.  who knows.  i couldnt wait to sit down. 

McCarter himself :-\'
Title: Re: 2011 Wonderland Marine West Fishing Extravaganza Mar 26-27
Post by: macbass on March 28, 2011, 06:20:01 AM
it was good to see everybody again and meet a lot of new people....it is always good to put a face to a name...it was good to meet you royce. also like to thank the wonderland staff for everything they did...