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Seminars and Presentations
Your opportunity to learn from the experts!
Free seminars are always an important part of the Mat-Su Outdoorsman Show, and they will be happening throughout the weekend.
This is your opportunity to learn from the experts on a wide variety of subjects!
Check the schedule below for seminar times.
Field Judging Trophy Bears
Presented by Lowell Gilliland
WRANGELL
Specialty Outdoor Equipment
This is the ultimate bear hunting primer, for any hunter, from novice to advanced!
- Field judge bears for size and hide quality
- Identify boars vs sows
- Develop YOUR OWN bear hunting thdory
- Novice AND seasoned bear hunters are sure to learn valuable information and field applicable skills from this seminar!
Friday – 5:00
Saturday – 1:00
Fishing Rod Recommendations For Salmon, Trout and Char In South Central Alaska
Presented by Ben Allen
Miller’s Riverboat Service
An in-depth presentation on fishing rod recommendations for the different sports fisheries in south-central Alaska. The presentation will cover fly, spin and bait cast rods. Learn about rod actions, line ratings, lure ratings and much more!
Friday – 5:00
Saturday – 10:00
Saturday – 4:00
Off-Grid Cabin Solar Systems
Presented by BJ Compton
Alaska Solar Supply
This seminar discusses the design and the components of an off-grid cabin or home solar system.
Saturday – 3:00
Grid Tie Solar Systems
Presented by BJ Compton
Alaska Solar Supply
In this seminar, you will learn about the design and the components of a utility grid tie home or business solar system.
Sunday – 2:00
Proposing a Fishing Regulation and Getting It Adopted
Presented by Andy Couch
Fishtale River Guides
Do you have an idea that may benefit Mat-Su fishing opportunities? Alaska has a process for individuals to propose a fishing regulation change and have it adopted into regulation. Proposing a regulation provides individuals an opportunity to participate more fully in the Alaska Board of Fisheries process, however Mat-Su residents and visitors may also participate in supporting proposals others have written. Learn more about writing proposals and the regulatory process from successful fishing regulation proposer, Andy Couch!
Saturday – 4:00
Clobber Salmon with Bobbers and Bait
Presented by Andy Couch
Fishtale River Guides
Pautzke Bait Company and Everlasting Slip Bobber (ESB) pro staffer Andy Couch shares bait and bobber fishing secrets and tips he has learned from 40 years of guiding Mat – Su Valley salmon fishing trips. Learn how to present bait under bobbers in ways that get more bites, learn to hook a higher percentage of bites, and learn about tackle and gear that enhances bait/bobber fishing enjoyment and success. Andy will provide both boat and bank fishing techniques. Preview seminar information to learn more at: https://www.fish4salmon.com/fishing-articles/fishing-articles/
Saturday – 3:00
Sunday – 3:00
Halibut Fishing 111
Presented by Ernie Kirby
Bottom Line Charters
Halibut 111 is an updated presentation that covers where to fish, tides, gear, tackle, bait and methods to successfully catch halibut. Presented by Captain Ernie Kirby, owner of Bottom Line Charters in Ninilchik, who will share his 29 years of saltwater guiding off the Kenai Peninsula. Geared for the novice to the weekend fisherman.
Friday – 4:00
Saturday – 2:00
Sunday – 2:00
Staying Alive: First Aid and Emergency Skills for Alaska’s Backcountry
Presented by Jessica van Wulven PA-C
Ready ALASKA
An approach to some basic medical skills that could mean the difference between life and death in Alaska’s remote wilderness. We will discuss splinting, bleeding injuries, temperature injuries, and even fish hook removals! Jessica is a physician assistant with 9 years experience in urgent care medicine.
Friday – 3:00
Saturday – 1:00
Sunday – 1:00
Hug A Tree Video
Presented by
Alaska Solstice Search Dogs
The Hug A Tree Video for kids aged 6-12 teaches how not to get lost and what to do if you do get lost.
Saturday – 12:00
Sunday – 12:00
Everything Solar
Presented by Fred Groendyke
Renewable Energy Systems
General Solar information powering anything from greenhouses, RV’s, off grid, to grid tied systems.
Sunday – 12:00
