Seminars & Demos Schedule

Our show features a comprehensive lineup of seminars and demonstrations! Use the buttons below to find what interests you!

Please note – The schedule below is from the 2023 show and the 2024 lineup will be updated closer to showtime!

Fishing

Fishing Seminars

Hawg Trough Demos

Fly Casting Pond Demos

Outdoors

Hunting Seminars

Animal Adventures

US Coast Guard Demos

Fishing Seminars

Daily Schedule

Below is our daily schedule of fishing seminars. All seminars will take place in Seminar Room 1, unless otherwise noted! In addition to these fishing seminars we will also have fishing demonstrations on the Hawg Trough and the Fly Casting Pond. Look for those details in the sections below.

Friday, March 24^th

2 PM – Alberto Knie ~ The Proven Art of Catching Monster Fish Fresh & Salt
3 PM – Captain Brian Coombs ~ Targeting False Albacore on Light Tackle
3 PM – Ron McKee ~ Importance of Color When Selecting Fishing Lures (Room 2)
4 PM – Captain Mike Roy ~ Overall Strategies for Fishing Long Island Sound
5 PM – Alberto Knie ~ The Proven Art of Catching Monster Fish Fresh & Salt
6 PM – Captain Brian Coombs ~ Spring Time Bounty. Haddock & Winter Flounder

Saturday, March 25^th

10 AM – Jim Neary ~ Basics of Fishing w/ Live Casting for Kids
11 AM – East End Eddie ~ Surf Casting the Cape Cod Canal
12 PM – Tim Talento & Devin Hines ~ CT River Candlewood Lake& Others. What it Takes to be a State Champion
1 PM – Captain Mike Roy ~ Overall Strategies for Fishing Long Island Sound
2 PM – East End Eddie ~ Surf Casting the Cape Cod Canal
3 PM – Alberto Knie ~ The Proven Art of Catching Monster Fish Fresh & Salt
3 PM – Ron McKee ~ Importance of Color When Selecting Fishing Lures (Room 2)
4 PM – Brian Coombs ~ Targeting False Albacore on Light Tackle
5 PM – Fred Wilson ~ All About Jigs & Flies

Sunday, March 26^th

10 AM – Captain Mike Roy ~ Overall Strategies for Fishing Long Island Sound
10 AM – Ron McKee ~ Importance of Color When Selecting Fishing Lures (Room 2)
11 AM – Alberto Knie ~ The Proven Art of Catching Monster Fish Fresh & Salt
12 PM – Brian Combs ~ Targeting False Albacore on Light Tackle
1 PM – Tim Talento & Devin Hines ~ CT River Candlewood Lake& Others. What it Takes to be a State Champion
2 PM – Jim Neary ~ Basics of Fishing w/ Live Casting for Kids
3 PM – Captain Brian Coombs ~ Spring Time Bounty. Haddock & Winter Flounder

Speaker Bios & Pics

Want to learn more about our featured speakers? Click their names below for their bio and pictures.

Alberto Knie

Alberto Knie Bio

Alberto Knie (a/k/a “Crazy Alberto”) – a world-class extreme trophy game fish hunter and writer/fishing product designer who specializes in the art of Trophy Fishing and Conservation.

Captain Brian Coombs

Captain Brian Coombs Bio

Captain Brian Coombs runs Get Tight Sport Fishing. A full time Massachusetts based guide service, that operates from Boston through Cape Cod & The Islands. Brian is best known for targeting trophy sized striped bass out of Boston, he also offers trips for black seabass, false albacore , haddock and bluefin tuna.

Eddie Doherty

East End Eddie Doherty Bio

Eddie Doherty fished the East End of the Cape Cod Canal so often that other fishermen started calling him East End Eddie. Thus, a nick name and pen name were born together. Doherty is a graduate of Dominican Academy, Attleboro High School and the University of South Florida. He worked for almost 37 years in the Massachusetts Court system where he became the youngest Assistant Clerk-Magistrate in the state at age 25 for the Attleboro District Court before being appointed 18 years later to the lifetime position of Clerk-Magistrate of the Wrentham District Court by His Excellency, A. Paul Cellucci, Governor of the Commonwealth. He was honored to be chosen as the recipient of the Amicus Curiae Award by the Norfolk County Bar Association, founded in 1797. He heard evidence on everything from speeding to murder, but now in retirement is hearing the sound of his grandchildren giggle and of striped bass breaking the surface of the ocean.

The author has fished the warm currents of the Gulf of Mexico as well as the powerful Atlantic surf pounding the rugged coast of Maine. He has surf cast along the striper coast all the way down to the clear tropical inlets of the Florida Keys. His cousins in Ireland took him from Ballyjamesduff to the River Shannon where he wet a line in the same water that had sustained his ancestors with fish during the potato famine long ago. He has been privileged to have fished Sakonnet with Charley Soares, Chappaquiddick with Janet Messineo and the Cape Cod Canal with Patrick Kearney.

Doherty is the author of SEVEN MILES AFTER SUNDOWN Surfcasting for Striped Bass Along the World Famous Cape Cod Canal which was announced as the #1 New Release in Fishing on Amazon and was voted as an Award-Winning Finalist in the Sports Category at the 2019 International Book Awards in Los Angeles. He writes a weekly column for the Falmouth Enterprise and has been published in Cape Cod Magazine, On The Water, The Fisherman Magazine, Cape Cod Times, The Boston Globe, The Sun Chronicle, Cape Cod Life, Coastal Angler Magazine and the Congressional Record. He fished in the Stan Gibbs Cape Cod Canal Fisherman’s Classic and his striped bass entry won the shore division in his first Buzzards Bay Anglers Club Fall Derby. Doherty does a monthly cable segment on Bourne TV and his written stories combined with his weekly video Canal Report for subscribers of The Fisherman reach over 60,000. He lives close to the Cape Cod Canal in Mattapoisett with his wife Joanne who is affectionately known as J. Do.

They were lucky to be blessed with the birth of five healthy grandchildren to enjoy in retirement. His colleagues knew that he would be spending time teaching his young grandkids to fish so on his last day on the job they presented him with many generous gifts including a nice shirt that is embroidered with the words RETIREMENT – STRIPERS & DIAPERS!

Janet Messineo

Janet Messineo Bio

Janet Messineo was born in Lawrence Massachusetts and has been living on Martha’s Vineyard since 1966 and she has been fishing the Vineyard shoreline for more than 45 years. She has been chronicled in the book “Reading the Water” by island author Robert Post, published in 1988. You can read some adventures of fishing with her in “On the Run” written by David DiBenedetto. David followed the Striped Bass from Maine to the Outer Banks of North Carolina and Janet was one of the anglers that he fished with on his journey. She was one of the original writers for ON THE WATER magazine. OTW is one of the most popular fisherman’s monthly publications on the east coast. Two of the stories that she has written are published in the book “New England Striper, A fishing anthology. She has had stories published in Edible Vineyard and Martha’s Vineyard Magazine.

Janet has been deeply involved in the recreational fishing community for a very long time. She is a charter member of the Martha’s Vineyard Surfcasters and is past president of that group. She is a member of the M.V. Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby and has served on that committee since 1990. In 2005 she was inducted into the Derby Hall of Fame. She has also been a member of Mass Striped Bass Assoc. (MSBA) and the Recreational Fishing Alliance (RFA). All these organizations support good sportsmanship, conservation and the future of recreational fishing.

In 1987 she attended the Pennsylvania School of Taxidermy and has been the owner of Island Taxidermy and Wildlife Art Studio since that time. She specializes in saltwater fish.

Janet is the author of her first book. Casting into the Light, Published by Pantheon. Released July 2, 2019

Jim Neary

Jim Neary Bio

Coming Soon

Captain Mike Roy

Captain Mike Roy Bio

Captain Mike Roy is the founder and operator of Reel Cast Charters, a full-time fishing charter based out of Connecticut. His angling pursuits have taken him across country, as well as internationally, fishing in both fresh and salt water from large mouth bass to giant bluefin tuna. An innovative angler, he is constantly applying new techniques, and his enthusiasm and passion for the sport are contagious. Captain Mike is a United States Coast Guard OUPV Licensed Captain and graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a Bachelor’s and Masters Degree in Education.

Ron McKee

Ron McKee Bio

Hi I’m Ron McKee the maker of Striper Maine-iac custom lures. I’ve been a striper fisherman since the mid 60’s. Growing up I had the luck to meet and become a friend of Bob Pond. Bob was known for Atom Lures which he developed and started making in the 40’s. Bob also was one of the founders of Stripers Unlimited a striped bass preservation club which I was a member and supporter. I also got the chance to meet Stan Gibbs while staying with my family on the Canal in the 60’s. Both took the time to teach me and put ideas in my head. I’ve been a tournament fisherman since before 1970. I’ve placed in the Marthas Vineyard Striped Bass a Bluefish Derby many times in the over 40 years that I’ve fished it. I also fished in the R.J. Schaefer tournament, winning many awards in it as well as the Tri – State Fishing Tournament of New England since the 60s. I was eventually the President of the Tri-State Fishing club and on the executive board. I’ve had the luck to land several stripers over 50 lbs. The largest was 56 lb 7oz. Several of the big girls were released after being measured and weighed. I’ve been a plug fisherman and collector for many years which has led me to a vast treasure trove of plug history and knowledge which I freely share.

Tim Talento & Devin Hines

Tim Talento & Devin Hines Bios

CT Bass Nation State Champions

Hawg Trough Demos

Daily Schedule

Below is the daily schedule of demonstrations on the Hawg Trough (Giant Fishing Tank).

Friday, March 24^th

1:30 PM – Tyler Clark ~ Demo
2 PM – Joe Diorio ~ Fishing Artificial Lures for Trophy Bass
2:30 PM – Sheron Brown ~ Demo
3 PM – Bobby Uhrig ~ Locate & Catch Bass Like a Professional
3:30 PM – Brian Mayo ~ Tips and techniques with the Mayo’s Minnow’s and other Drop Shot Baits
4 PM – Sheron Brown ~ Demo
4:30 PM – Dan Welby ~ The Fuse Surge Experience; Seeing is Believing
5 PM – Fred Wilson ~ Hair Jig Finesse Fishing Pointers for Lunker Bass!
5:30 PM – Brian Mayo ~ Tips and tricks with the Mayo’s Terd Bait
6 PM – Tyler Clark ~ Demo

Saturday, March 25^th

10 AM – Joe Diorio ~ Fishing Artificial Lures for Trophy Bass
10:30 AM – Bryan Mayo ~ Tips and techniques with the Mayo’s Minnow’s and other Drop Shot Baits
11 AM – Bobby Uhrig ~ Locate & Catch Bass Like a Professional
11:30 AM – Tyler Clark ~ Casting Demo
12 PM – Sheron Brown ~ Demo
12:30 – Dan Welby ~ The Fuse Surge Experience; Seeing is Believing
1:30 PM – Fred Wilson~ Hair Jig Finesse Fishing Pointers for Lunker Bass!
1 PM – Bryan Mayo ~ Tips and tricks with the Mayo’s Terd Bait
2 PM – Bobby Uhrig ~ Locate & Catch Bass Like a Professional
3 PM – Sheron Brown ~ Demo
4 PM – Tyler Clark ~ Casting Demo
5 PM – Joe Diorio ~ Fishing Artificial Lures for Trophy Bass
6 PM – Tyler Clark ~ Casting Demo

Sunday, March 26^th

10 AM – Tyler Clark ~ Casting Demo
11 AM – Joe Diorio ~ Fishing Artificial Lures for Trophy Bass
12 PM – Bobby Uhrig ~ Locate & Catch Bass Like a Professional
1 PM – Dan Welby ~ The Fuse Surge Experience; Seeing is Believing
1:30 PM – Bryan Mayo ~ Tips and techniques with the Mayo’s Minnow’s and other Drop Shot Baits
2 PM – Tyler Clark ~ Casting Demo
3 PM – Bobby Uhrig ~ Locate & Catch Bass Like a Professional

Speaker Bios & Pics

Want to learn more about our featured speakers? Click their names below for their bio and pictures.

Bryan Mayo

Bryan Mayo Bio

Bryan Mayo is a 7 time RI Bass Nation State team member and 2021 Club Champion.

Bobby Uhrig

Bobby Uhrig Bio

Professional Bass Angler and Master Lure Designer, Bobby Uhrig will teach you what to look for and how to dissect different areas of the lake to optimize your fishing time. We will teach you how to eliminate unproductive water. Let us demonstrate the lures and techniques used to catch more fish than ever before. These are seminars you will not want to miss!

Captain Joe Diorio

Captain Joe Diorio is a well-known for fishing throughout the New England community. He has been fishing the coastal waters of CT, RI and NY for over 25 years. He is the owner and operator of Joe Diorio Guide Service, which runs out of CT on his 22’ Bluefin.

Joe is best known for catching trophy sized Stripers in the New England area throughout the year, but also has an extensive knowledge targeting various other species in the area. Joe is a 3 time On The Water Magazine, “Angler of the Year” and has won and placed numerous tournaments. He has landed many Stripers over 50 pounds, one 60+ pounder, and this past season Joe caught and released a massive Striper over 70+ pounds. This past season alone Joe and his clients have boated over 10 plus Stripers at an astonishing 50 plus pounds. Each of those Stripers were released to assure the protection and future of Striped Bass. Recently Joe did a TV show with On The Water Magazine that will be aired in February 2019.

He is affiliated with some of the very best companies in the industry which allows him and his clients to fish with some top of the line products the fishing world has to offer. Joe’s seminar is one that you will not want to miss.

Dan Welby

Dan Welby Bio

Dan is a Co-founder of Fuse Fishing, a Connecticut-based company that specializes in creating custom soft plastic baits. With over 30 years of experience in angling across lakes, surf, and streams, Dan is a dedicated and passionate angler. Alongside his Co-founders, he has spent several years testing baits suitable for anglers of all skill levels, ranging from beginners to professionals.

At this event, Dan will be showcasing the company’s signature bait, the “Surge.” This unique bait has been designed to offer limitless possibilities on how and when it can be used. During the presentation, Dan will demonstrate how the Surge can be effectively worked at every depth of the water column.

Fred Wilson

Fred Wilson Bio

Fred Wilson, owner of Flip Fly Tye, takes his bass fishing tournament experience and applies it to his flyfishing approaches; He is a regular contributor to the sport of fishing and encouraging youth and youth at heart to enjoy the art of fly fishing and tying. Promoting “how to” demonstrations for largemouth, smallmouth bass with conventional and Spey Style Fly Fishing techniques.

Sheron Brown

Sheron Brown Bio

Sheron K. Brown Sr. also known as “The Lunkerman” a nickname earned by his peers is a professional tournament angler and fishing guide pursuing his passion. From the City of Worcester, Massachusetts, Sheron has 30 years of experience fishing glacier formed natural lakes and river systems throughout the Northeast. “The Lunkerman” has won numerous big fish titles on every level he has fished sharing his his vast knowledge and diverse background to anglers all over the world various avenues to include social media, the tournament trail, at the dock, various trade shows and seminars throughout New England. Come and see SKB representing Ardent Outdoors where he will be discussing cold water tactics in depth.You can find him on social media by using the hashtag #SKBfishing

Tyler Clark

Tyler Clark Bio

Tyler travels all across the country to conduct seminars atop The Hawg Trough, a 5,000 gallon fully stocked fishing tank. He’ll be teaching his best tips and techniques at free seminars throughout the weekend.