Great Lakes Bass Fishing Forum

The 2025 Ultimate Sport Show - Grand Rapids is March 13 - 16 next week downtown at DeVos Place on Monroe Avenue. Tons of fishing tackle and gear. Tons of seminars.

Kevin VanDam
Thursday ONLY Appearance

4-time Bassmaster Classic Champion and 7-time B.A.S.S. Angler of the Year! Kevin is one of the most accomplished fishermen of all time. VanDam's list of national level accomplishments is incredible. This Kalamazoo native not only out-fishes most top bass anglers, but also could do it on walleye, pike, bluegill, steelhead or any Michigan gamefish. This is a special appearance! Kevin will fly in for Thursday only. He is called by many in the bass fishing community as the "Best in the World," his seminars on Lake Ultimate are a must see.

Mark Zona
Mark will be at the Show for a special Friday and Saturday ONLY appearances!

Mark is well-known as a passionate and opinionated angler and expert analyst when it comes to tournament bass fishing. It's no surprise that he earned his reputation in the industry with a rod and reel in his hand. Along with having his own show on the Outdoor Channel – ZONA'S Awesome Fishing Show! – Zona has appeared as a host on several ESPN Outdoors shows including The World's Greatest Fishing Show, The Bassmaster Elite Series Show, Bass Insider, College Smash-Mouth Bass, Loudmouth Bass, The Greatest Angler Debate, and BassCenter.

Key Links
https://showspan.com/usg/venue-and-directions/
https://showspan.com/usg/schedule
https://showspan.com/usg/floor-plan - Floor Plan & 2025 Boat Line List
https://showspan.com/usg/features-attractions/
https://showspan.com/usg/headliners
https://showspan.com/usg/seminar-schedule/
https://showspan.com/usg/sponsors
https://showspan.com/usg/exhibit/floor-plan

I've attached a copy of the latest floor plan. I'll be back by The Hawg Trough next door to Wayne Carpenter / Xtreme Bass Tackle. Come and see Wayne's new awesome ghost colors!

I have a seminar Thursday night at 7 pm at The Hawg Trough. And we have the Ultimate Bass Clinic on Saturday, 3 pm to 5 pm in Stage D. People can sign up for $25 at the Xtreme Bass Tackle booth 1926. You'll get a prize pack and 2 hours of in-depth bass fishing information.

See ya there!