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Fri., Jan 3th   5:30 p.m.Topic: Ask A Surveyor
  Conducted by Roy Summers
  Sponsored by Ship & Sail

Interested in buying a boat? Need Information? From stem to stern your questions will be answered by Roy Summers a certified marine surveyor with over 39 years experience.

 
  6:30 p.m.Topic: Seasonal Patterns for Locating and Catching Sabine Lake Trout
  Conducted by Dickie Coleburn
  Sponsored by Texas Marine

Where are the trout? Listen to tips on shallow, mud and deep water techniques as well as which lures to use from professional guide Dickie Colburn with 31 years experience.

 
  7:30 p.m.Topic: Upper Coast Trout Tactics
  Conducted by: Chester Moore
  Sponsored by: Texas Fish & Game Magazine

New fishing tactic to catch the elusive trout! Tap into the new world of short rig fishing on top water with Chester Moore with over 20 years experience.




Sat., Jan 4th 1:30 p.m. Topic: Sailing Around the World
  Conducted by: The Carlin Family
  Sponsored by: Telltales Magazine

Experiences of the Carlin Family's 6 year trip around the world in over 150 ports! Includes preparation, equipment and planning weather, safety at sea, places visited and the ins and outs of foreign ports. If you want to know how to sail your own boat around the world come and hear Jim and Diane Carlin.

 
  3:30 p.m. Topic: All You Need To Know About Wakeboarding
  By: Cliff McInnis: The Master Division National Champion
  Sponsored by: Houston Watersports Complex

Discover the wonderful world of wakeboarding! Hear the correct way to wakeboard with tips and techniques from Cliff McGinnis : The Master Division Champion

 
  4:30 p.m. Introduction to Sailing
  Conducted by: Lewis Melton
  Sponsored by: Let's Go Sailing

Longing for cool breezes and open water? Non sailors and beginners come and encounter the exciting world of sailing. Learn the rules of the road, differences in boats and types of rigs. Listen, learn and ask questions of Lewis Melton a veteran of sailing with over 40 years experience.

 
  5:30 p.m. Topic: Artificial Techniques & Tactics on Galveston Bay
  Conducted by: Capt. Paul Marcaccio
  Sponsored by: Red Wing Boat Co.

Learn tactics for catching trophy trout on Galveston Bay for all seasons. Come and hearprofessional guide Captain Paul Marcaccio with over 20 years experience.

 
  6:30 p.m. Topic: One Ounce Jigs in Deep Grass Fishing
  Conducted by: Dicky Newbury
  Sponsored by: Castaway Fishing Rods

Cut through the grass with a one ounce jig! Listen to professional guide Dicky Newbury speak on fresh water grass tactics on Sam Rayburn and Toledo Bend Lakes.

 
  7:30 p.m. Topic: Winter Time Bass Fishing
  Conducted by: Capt. Will Kirkpatrick
  Sponsored by: Sam Rayburn Reservoir Association

Catch Bass in the winter from surface to 50 feet deep using spinners, worms and jiggin spoons. Learn winter time migration routes on Sam Rayburn and the electronics needed to catch that big bass!

 
  8:30 p.m. Topic: Tournament Kingfish Tactics
  Conducted by Brett Donnahoe
  Sponsored by Texas Marine

Discover tournament fishing. Learn where, when and how to catch Kingfish from beginner to advanced. Taught by professional guide Brett Donnahoe, who is the Texas Division 2nd Place Winner in the SKA Tournament last year, with over 15 years experience in offshore fishing.




Sun., Jan 5th 1:30 p.m. Topic: Obtaining A Captain's License
  Conducted by: Capt. Roy Weeks
  Sponsored by: Captain Roy's Marine Training

Ever want to be a Captain? Listen to Capt. Roy Weeks with over 10 years marine training experience speak on how to become a captain. Learn all the Coast Guard Requirements, what schools cover,cost,fees, schedule and how to document time on the water.

 
  2:30 p.m. Topic: Fishing the Back Side of Baffin Bay
  Conducted by: Capt. Jim Onderdonk
  Sponsored by: Poco Loco Guide Service

Discover how to fish the legendary Baffin Bay. Hear how to navigate the bay and find the hidden rock structures where the fish hide from professional guide Captain Jim Onderdonk with over 20 years experience.

 
  3:30 p.m. Topic: New Laws Effecting Recreational Boaters
  Conducted by Phil Steffin - Boater Education Specialist
  Sponsored by Texas Parks & Wildlife

Learn the Texas Water Safety Act requirements for Boater Education and the new requirements for Recreational Boaters under Homeland Security.

 
  4:30 p.m. Topic: Springtime Black Bass Fishing in East Texas
  Conducted by: Len Fairbanks
  Sponsored by Lakecaster Publications

Best time to catch that Lunker Bass! Listen to professional guide Len Fairbanks speak on methods, spinner baits and plastics to help you catch the big one.

 
  5:30 p.m. Topic: Salt Water Fishing in Galveston & Matagorda Bays
  Conducted by: Rick Karpiak and Mike Allison
  Sponsored by: Boat Superstore

Everything you need to know about salt water fishing! Learn techniques and tactics for fishing deep water and shallow water in all seasons. Listen to this dynamic duo cover the Galveston Bay System and Matagorda Bay System and discover how to catch Trout, Red, Flounder, Kingfish, Ling and Red Snapper

 
  6:30 p.m. Topic: One Ounce Jigs in Deep Grass Fishing
  Conducted by: Dicky Newbury
  Sponsored by: Castaway Fishing Rods

Cut through the grass with a one ounce jig! Listen to professional guide Dicky Newbury speak on fresh water grass tactics on Sam Rayburn and Toledo Bend Lakes.

 
  7:30 p.m. Topic: Weather Patterns and Tides
  Conducted by: Brian Kyle - Meteorologist
  Sponsored by: National Weather Service

Interested in weather? Listen to Brian Kyle from N.O.A.A. speak on forecasting and tides. Come and ask any weather related question.




Mon., Jan. 6th   5:30 p.m.Topic: Winter Fishing Tactics in Galveston Bay
  Conducted by Capt. William "Bubba" Ray
  Sponsored by Witt Marine

Learn to wade fish and boat fish Galveston Bay. Listen to professional guide Capt. Bubba Ray with over 20 years experience speak on tactics to catch Red Fish, Trophy Trout and Flounder with artifical lures. Also, learn about post and prefrontal weather conditions.

 
  6:30 p.m. Topic: Offshore Trophy Fishing for All Species
  Conducted by James Howell
  Sponsored by Texas Marine

Learn how to catch those trophy fish! Listen to professional guide James Howell speak on the how to's of fishing for trophies of all species.

 
  7:30 p.m. Topic: Springtime Black Bass Fishing in East Texas
  Conducted by: Len Fairbanks
  Sponsored by Lakecaster Publications

Best time to catch that Lunker Bass! Listen to professional guide Len Fairbanks speak on methods, spinner baits and plastics to help you catch the big one.




Tues., Jan 7th 5:30 p.m. Topic: New Tips and Tricks for Catfish Techniques
  Conducted by Jerry Dunn & Brett Garon
  Sponsored by Catfish JuJu

Secrets to catching the most catfish ever! Listen to Jerry Dunn and Brett Garon speak on bait, techniques and tips to catch those sly catfish.

 
  6:30 p.m. Topic: Blue Water Trolling Techniques
  Conducted by Steve Cole
  Sponsored by: Texas Marine, Yamaha Motors, Contender Boats

Find out blue water tournament techniques for catching the big fish! Learn tips, tricks and pearls of fishing tactics to improve your methods for catching all species. Listen to Steve Cole 2 times SKA Tournament Texas Division Winner with over 25 years fishing experience.

 
  7:30 p.m. Topic: TPWD Boater Education Programs
  Conducted by Phil Steffin
  Sponsored by Texas Parks & Wildlife

Find out the different types of Boater Education programs available as well as the requirements for recreational boaters. Come and hear about the new security zones covered by Homeland Security.




Wed., Jan 8th 5:30 p.m. Topic: Offshore Fishing with Down Riggers
  Conducted by Chris Machacek
  Sponsored by Millennium Marine

Want to know how to catch more fish? Find out about an under utilized method of catching all species of fish. Get tips and tactics of down riggers from Captain Chris Machacek with over 20 years experience.

 
  6:30 p.m. Topic: Trout Fishing in Galveston Bay
  Conducted by: Steve Coffey
  Sponsored by: Boat Superstore

Get tips on fishing Galveston Bay! Listen to Captain Steve Coffee with over 38 years experience speak on fishing with live baits and soft plastics.

 
  7:30 p.m. Topic: Grass Fishing on Toledo Bend & Sam Rayburn
  Conducted by: Stephen Johnston
  Sponsored by: Johnston's Guide Service

How to fish in Hydrilla? Listen to professional guide Stephen Johnston with over 20 years experience speak on the best way to fish in hydrilla. Learn the correct boat position, types of rods, types of baits to fish Spring through Fall on Toledo Bend and Sam Rayburn Lakes.




Thurs., Jan 9th 5:30 p.m. Topic: Tournament King Mackerel Techniques
  Conducted by James Howell
  Sponsored by Texas Marine

Learn tournament techniques for catching King Mackerel from professional guide James Howell who broke the Texas SKA state record last year for King Mackerel at a whopping 58 lbs!

 
  6:30 p.m. Topic: Trout Fishing in Galveston Bay
  Conducted by Steve Coffey
  Sponsored by Boat Superstore

Get tips on fishing Galveston Bay! Listen to Captain Steve Coffee with over 38 years experience speak on fishing with live baits and soft plastics.

 
  7:30 p.m. Topic: Offshore Fishing Out of Freeport
  Conducted by Chris Machacek
  Sponsored by Millennium Marine

In depth seminar on fishing out of Freeport! Capt. Chris Machacek with over 20 years experience will speak on specific tactics and target fishing sites for specific species. Learn to catch King Mackeral, Red Snapper, Ling, Dorado and shark.




Fri., Jan 10th 5:30 p.m. Topic: Liscensing 101
  Conducted by Roy M. Ringrose
  Sponsored by School of Seamanship

Everything you always wanted to know about getting a Coast Guard Liscense, but were afraid to ask! Come and hear retired acting director of the USCG liscensing office in Houston speak on sea service requirements, what it takes to qualify, and what kind of liscensing is available. Come learn and ask questions.

 
  6:30 p.m. Topic: Trophy Trout Tactics
  Conducted by: Bill Sheka
  Sponsored by: Witt Marine and Kenner Boats

Going after Large Speckled Trout? Learn how with Bill Sheka with over 40 years experience. Listen to tips and techniques with diet studies, tagging studies, growth rates and the best time of the year to catch that Hawg.

 
  7:30 p.m. Topic: Trout Fishing in Galveston Bay
  Conducted by: Steve Coffey
  Sponsored by: Boat Superstore

Get tips on fishing Galveston Bay! Listen to Captain Steve Coffee with over 38 years experience speak on fishing with live baits and soft plastics.




Sat., Jan 11th 1:30 p.m. Topic: Fishing Matagorda Bay Using Artifical Lures
  Conducted by: Captain Bill Pustejovsky
  Sponsored By: Gold Tip Guide Service and Explorer Boats

Come and wade fish Matagorda Bay! Listen to Captain Bill Pustejovsky with over 30 years experience speak on the correct way to catch Red Fish and Speckled Trout.

 
Sat., Jan 11th 2:30 p.m. Topic: Offshore Fishing: King, Ling, Dolphin & Snapper
  Conducted by: Ralph Frazier
  Sponsored by: Frazier's Guide Service

Discover how to draw a strike on those trophy fish! Learn how to locate the fish and rig baits. Find out how to trick Ling and Dolphin. Listen to Captain Ralph Frazier with over 35 years experience on catching the trophy fish you always wanted.

 
  3:30 p.m. Topic: How to Pick a Boat
  Conducted by: Capt. Will Kirkpatrick
  Sponsored by: Witt Marine

Looking for your dream boat? Come and hear Captain Will Kirkpatrick a veteran teacher of fishing schools with over 28 years experience in guiding teach on Boat, Motor, Trailer and Equipment Selection and Maintenance.

 
  4:30 p.m. Topic: Fishing for Trophy Trout in Baffin Bay
  Conducted by Capt. Jim Onderdonk
  Sponsored by Poco Loco Guide Service

Discover the secrets of Legendary Trophy Trout producing Baffin Bay! Listen to Capt. Jim Onderdonk with 20 years experience speak on tactics to catch those Trophy Trout. Learn about hidden rocks structures from Baffin Bay where the last 2 state records for Trophy Trout were caught.

 
  5:30 p.m. Topic: Fishing Techniques for Lady Anglers on Galveston Bay
  Conducted by: Paul Marcaccio
  Sponsored by: All Star Graphite Rods

Attention Ladies! Learn boating basics and fishing tactics for Galveston Bay with professional guide Capt. Paul Marcaccio with over 20 years experience. Come learn and ask questions.

 
  6:30 p.m. Topic: Sailing Around the World
  Conducted by: The Carlin Family
  Sponsored by: Telltales Magazine

Experiences of the Carlin Family's 6 year trip around the world in over 150 ports! Includes preparation, equipment and planning weather, safety at sea, places visited and the ins and outs of foreign ports. If you want to know how to sail your own boat around the world come and hear Jim and Diane Carlin.




Sun., Jan. 12th 1:30 p.m. Topic: Salt Water Fishing in Galveston & Matagorda Bays
  Conducted by: Rick Karpiak and Mike Allison
  Sponsored by: Boat Superstore

Everything you need to know about salt water fishing! Learn techniques and tactics for fishing deep water and shallow water in all seasons. Listen to this dynamic duo cover the Galveston Bay System and Matagorda Bay System and discover how to catch Trout, Red, Flounder, Kingfish, Ling and Red Snapper

 
  2:30 p.m. Topic: Ask A Surveyor
  Conducted by Roy Summers
  Sponsored by Ship & Sail

Interested in buying a boat? Need Information? From stem to stern your questions will be answered by Roy Summers a certified marine surveyor with over 39 years experience.

 
  3:30 p.m. Topic: Winter Fishing Tactics in Galveston Bay
  Conducted by Capt. William " Bubba" Ray
  Sponsored by: Witt Marine

Learn to wade fish and boat fish Galveston Bay. Listen to professional guide Capt. Bubba Ray with over 20 years experience speak on tactics to catch Red Fish, Trophy Trout and Flounder with artificial lures. Also, learn about post and prefrontal weather conditions.

 
  4:30 p.m. Topic: Springtime Black Bass Fishing in East Texas
  Conducted by: Len Fairbanks
  Sponsored by: Lakecaster

Best time to catch that Lunker Bass! Listen to professional guide Len Fairbanks speak on methods, spinner baits and plastics to help you catch the big one.






 Houston Boat Show January 3 - January 12, 2003 Houston International Boat Show, Sport, and Travel Show reliant center houston Sport show houston Travel Show houston international shows reliant stadium astrodome shows houston boats houston yachts houston RV houston international boat shows
 Houston Boat Show January 3 - January 12, 2003 Houston International Boat Show, Sport, and Travel Show reliant center houston Sport show houston Travel Show houston international shows reliant stadium astrodome shows houston boats houston yachts houston RV houston international boat shows
         Houston Boat Show January 3 - January 12, 2003 Houston International Boat Show, Sport, and Travel Show reliant center houston Sport show houston Travel Show houston international shows reliant stadium astrodome shows houston boats houston yachts houston RV houston international boat shows
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