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Led by Kevin VanDam and Mark Zona, more than 75 free seminars are planned at the 2013 Ultimate Fishing Show—Detroit for novice to expert anglers, January 10 to 13 at Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave. in Novi. The Ultimate Fishing Show is the Midwest's biggest pure-fishing show in America's largest freshwater market.

Ultimate Bass Fishing Presented by Kevin VanDam
THURSDAY ONLY Special 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 is called by many in the Bass Fishing community as the "Best in the World!" His seminars are a must-see!

Big Bass Fishing Tips Presented by Mark Zona
FRIDAY ONLY Special Appearance! Zona, or just Z as many know him, is the wildly popular host of ZONA's Awesome Fishing Show on The Outdoor Channel! Z is an expert angler who has fished at the top levels and many of the best waters around the continent. But he keeps his home base right here in Michigan because he can never get enough of those BIG Northern Michigan and Great Lakes smallmouth bass! Expect the latest tips, tactics and lures presented in an entertaining manner from this expert angler.

More than 200 booths of new rods, reels, lures and other tackle, plus outfitters, lodges, guides and charter fishing destinations are in the show, along with 200 new fishing boats representing 40 brands.

• Special features: Hawg Trough, 110,000-gallon Lake Ultimate, Shore Lunch Fish Fry, kids Trout Pond and much more.
• Hours: Thursday, 3 to 9:30; Friday, 11 to 9:30; Saturday, 10 to 9; Sunday, 10 to 5.
• Admission: $10 adults, $4 children 6 to 14, free for children 5 and under.
• Information: www.UltimateFishingShow.com or 800-328-6550.

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