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djkimmel

2026-01-18, 11:50:18

Great to see quite a few of you at the 2026 Ultimate Fishing Show. Now, on to Outdoorama Feb. 19-22.

djkimmel

2026-01-08, 07:22:54

Stop by Booth 3054 right next door to Xtreme Bass Tackle and say hello today January 8 through January 11.

detroit1

2025-12-06, 09:52:48

Hi Dan, see you next month.

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