With an abundance of freshwater lakes and rivers surrounding us, it’s no wonder that Ontario is hailed the No. 1 fishing destination in North America. In fact, Ontario contains one quarter of all the available freshwater in the world!
The Toronto International Boat Show, Canada’s largest and most popular marine marketplace, drops anchor January 14 - 22, 2012. It is the premier and FIRST show of the New Year for fishing enthusiasts to shop, learn and get great tips for the upcoming angling season. Find the boat of your dreams – and everything to go along with it – at the Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place. Celebrating 54 years as the best place to see and buy boats, the show also offers expert boating and fishing information, an abundance of family fun attractions and on-the-water boating activities.
Whether you’re in the mood for checking out the latest models of fishing vessels, interested to learning more about local Lake Ontario marine life, or want hands-on demonstration from top professional anglers on how to catch ‘The Big One,’ the Toronto Boat Show is your one-stop shop for all your fishing needs.
NEW this year to the Toronto Boat Show, you can pre-shop for the perfect fishing boat online! Canadian Boat Shows Inc. has partnered with Boatdealers.ca to offer the Official Boat Listing Service of the 2012 Toronto Boat Show. A complete and comprehensive boat-listing showroom, consumers can pre-plan and find information on specific boat models that will be on display at this year’s show.
One of the most popular destinations is the Great Canadian Fish Tank -- a must-see for both experienced and novice anglers. A 40-foot long aquarium filled with 5,000 gallons of water and stocked with native Ontario marine life, it is a unique teaching tool for pros to share their tips with anglers of all ages. The Great Canadian Fish Tank literally provides the fish-eye’s view of how fish react to different lures and techniques and this year’s line-up of Fish Tank speakers and topics provides a wide range of tips and tricks for perfecting techniques on waters near and far. Presented by Yamaha, Mercury Marine, Shimano, Navionics, Rapala and Minn Kota, visit TorontoBoatShow.com for demonstration and seminar speaker dates and times.
Elsewhere at the show you’ll find the latest products and services to enhance your fishing experience – boats, engines, electronics and navigation instruments, fishing tackle, foul weather gear, insurance, and more. Not to mention Exclusive Boat Show Specials: From fishing to cruising and family fun there are boats for every lifestyle, activity and budget. The Toronto Boat Show features exclusive onsite special deals allowing you to compare makes and models, secure insurance and financing, and gear up with the latest accessories – all under one roof!
Bring the entire family to the Boat Show for a day of fun and fishing! It’s never too early to introduce young ones to the joys of fishing. At the Kids Fishing Zone, they can learn to catch live trout with Fish TV’s charismatic personalities Leo & Ron, and watch their faces light up when they hook their first catch! With FREE admission and activities for kids under age 16, a day at the Toronto Boat Show is by far the best entertainment value for the whole family.
Mark your calendar for the much-anticipated return of Special Preview Night, Friday, January 13, 2012 – and enjoy all that the show has to offer without the crowds. Plus enjoy live entertainment, delicious food and beverages and a unique shopping experience. Over the past 10 years, Special Preview Night has raised more than $560,000 for boating-affiliated charities. Tickets on sale November 1 at TorontoBoatShow.com or call 905-951-0009.
The Boat Show is also offering exciting online prizes such as an exclusive Special Preview Night, Maple Leaf Tickets & Hotel Package, valued at $1,200! Includes:
Enter to win online now! For further details on the 2012 Toronto International Boat Show, advance discounted tickets and to enter the online contests, go to http://torontoboatshow.com.
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WFN: World Fishing Network is the only 24/7 television network dedicated to all segments of fishing with programming that covers instruction, tips, tournaments, travel, food, boating, outdoor lifestyle and more. WFN's wide-ranging programming lineup includes a selection of the best international series and the most diverse species coverage of any outdoor network. Featuring popular programs hosted by the world's top anglers, the network also includes a variety of exclusive lifestyle shows including Hookin' Up with Mariko Izumi and WFN's Reel Fishy Jobs. WFN also delivers the beauty of fishing in stunning High Definition with WFN HD, which delivers 100 percent High Definition programming 24/7. Originally launched in December 2005, today WFN and WFN HD are available in more than 20 million households through North American cable, satellite and telecommunications distributors. In the U.S., distributors include Verizon FiOS, Dish Network, Comcast, AT&T U-Verse, GVTC and Charter Communications.
