NEW!  Catch the Crew of the Time Bandit

Meet Co-Captains John and Andy Hillstrand from Discovery Channel's popular show The Deadliest Catch.

The Hillstrand brothers own and operate the 113-foot house aft boat Time Bandit and fish the Bering Sea for king and opilio crab. The exploits of the Time Bandit and its crew as well as other Bering Sea fishermen are featured weekly on the Discovery Channel.

The Hillstrands will be on hand to meet attendees and sign autographs at the Northwest Sportshow on Friday, March 13 from 4pm-7pm; Saturday, March 14 11am-1pm and 3pm-6pm; Sunday, March 15 from 11am-2pm.

NEW!  The Raptor Center

Daily presentations featuring an owl, falcon, bald eagle, and hawk will educate and entertain you.

Show Schedule
Thursday, March 12th, 3:30pm, 6:30pm
Friday, March 13th, 1:30pm, 4:30pm, 7pm
Saturday, March 14th, 1:30pm, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
Sunday, March 15th, 12:30pm, 3:30pm

NEW!  The State Farm Fan Experience

Featuring the Boater Olympics! Stop by to compete and win great prizes. Contestants, wearing appropriate boating attire, compete in 3 different events—the fastest time wins! All show attendees who register will receive a free gift and can take a free online photo. The Fan Experience will also feature special athlete appearances during the weekend.

NEW! Rattlesnake Roundup

Thrilling and informative show brings the outdoors indoors: Check out the man-made desert where reptile expert Larry Battson will talk about and show off some of Mother Nature’s deadliest inhabitants. Acclaimed by zoologists and naturalists nationwide, this program is the ultimate in family entertainment and a fantastic educational experience. Larry Battson has worked with Animal Planet and Mutual of Omaha's "Wild Kingdom", and has conducted educational programs for 30 years. 

Show Schedule
Thursday, March 12th, 2pm, 5pm
Friday, March 13th, 12pm, 3pm, 6pm
Saturday, March 14th, 12pm, 3pm, 6pm
Sunday, March 15th, 11am, 2pm

NEW! Wild Turkey Room

Get ready for Spring turkey hunts! Features seminars, product demonstrations and a World Slam of wild turkeys on display. Also, register to take part in the National Wild Turkey Federation MN State Chapter Northwest Sportshow Open Calling Contest! Click here for prize information and to pre-register as a contestant or register onsite in the Wild Turkey room (102 B/E) by 11a.m. on Sunday, March 15th The contest will take place at 1p.m. on Sunday, March 15th in Room 101 H. Space is limited, pre-register today!

Wild Turkey Seminar Schedule
All wild turkey seminars take place in Room 102 B.
Thursday, Mar 12th
2:00pm  Wild Turkey Conservation Projects in MN - Dave Neu, NWTF Regional Biologist
4:00pm  Women in the Outdoors - Cara Madsen, NWTF Regional Director
6:00pm  Turkey Tactics that Work - Darrell Heinn
Friday, Mar 13th
1:00pm  Managing your Land for Wild Turkeys - Dave Neu, NWTF Regional Biologist
3:00pm  Bow Hunting Wild Turkeys - Jeff Stcysnke, Mossy Oak Pro Staff
5:00pm  Grand Slam Turkey Hunting - Tom Glines, Regional Field Supervisor
7:00pm  Turkey Calling - Levi Glines, Quaker Boy Pro Staff
Saturday, Mar 14th
11:00am  Turkey Tactics that Work - Darrell Heinn
1:00pm  Wild Turkey in Minnesota - Eric Dunton, MN DNR Biologist
3:00pm  How to Call Turkeys - Levi Glines, Quaker Boy Pro Staff
5:00pm  Turkey Hunting Strategies - Darrell Heinn
Sunday, Mar 15th
Noon  Late Season Turkey Hunting - Darrell Heinn

NEW!  Take Me Fishing Center

Reel fun for everyone, from aspiring anglers to full-blown fishing fanatics! This interactive exhibit features hands-on activities, presentations and demonstrations that will give you the know-how to get started or improve your fishing skills.  Located in Lobby D.

Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame Inductions

Visit the Entertainment Stage in Hall B on Saturday, March 14th at 2:30p.m. to witness the inductions of Bob Mehsikomer as a Legendary Angler and Bob White as a Legendary Artist into the Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame.

Meet SpongeBob SquarePants at the Show!

Straight from Bikini Bottom, SpongeBob SquarePants will visit the Northwest Sportshow on Saturday, March 14th from 12pm-3pm and Sunday, March 15th from 12pm-3pm.  Don't miss your chance to see the porous little guy!

U.S. Passport Fair

Planning a trip to Canada or an exotic hunt in a faraway place? Make sure you have your U.S. Passport!  Get yours at the U.S. Passport Fair at the show in Lobby C!

Hours of Operation:  Friday, 3pm-8pm; Saturday, 10am-7pm; Sunday, 10am-4pm
What to bring:
1.  Original certified Birth Certificate, original naturalization certificate or previous passport.
2. Two (2) passport photos (or you can have your photos taken at the show for $18.27).
3. State issued driver's license (State issued ID cards can be accepted, additional documentation and/or identifying witness strongly recommended).
4. Check or credit card (Visa or Mastercard) accepted as payment.
5. Completed for DS-11 (passport application) which can be downloaded at travel.state.gov or can be completed onsite.
6. If applying for children under the age of 16 both parents or the child's legal guardian(s) must appear.  If only one parent can appear you must have a notarized statement from the absent parent giving consent for the child's passport to be applied for.

Fees: 
Adults $100.00 without pictures/$118.27 with pictures taken
Minors (under 16) $85.00 without pictures/$103.27 with pictures taken
Passcard - Adults $45.00/Minors $35.00
Birth Certificate Certified Copy - $16.00 (Minnesota births only)
 

3-D Pop-up Archery Practice and Tournament

The 3D Pop-Up Bowhunters Challenge is a simulated bowhunting environment for archers of all skill levels. It's a great way to learn while testing your bowhunting skills and equipment. Pop and Walk-Out 3-D Target Stations, plus Stationary Decoy Targets, keep you thinking—you never knowing which target is coming next, or what the distance will be. It's fast, fun, and educational. Visit Room 101 G to sign up to compete in the Sunday tournament being held at 2pm—you must bring your own bow for practicing and tournament entry!

Fees:
Practice Rounds - 2 for $10.00
Tournament Entry - Adult Division - $20.00 (Two Rounds)
Tournament Entry - Teen/Pre-teen - $15.00
Tournament Entry - Team - $20.00 (Two People)

Grand Prize for Sunday Tournament being held at 2pm: A drop-camp archery hunt for one in Pagosa Springs, CO, from Fawn Gulch Outfitters, Booth 1702, a $1600 value! The top woman shooter will receive a $100 gift certificate to She Safari.

• Click here for Full Tournament Rules [pdf]

Attend the Angler Young Angler Banquet and Silent Auction

The Angler Young Angler (AYA) Banquet and Silent Auction benefits the AYA Fishing Tournament, Inc. a not-for-profit organization committed to introducing and educating youth to competitive sport fishing in a fun, friendly and family-oriented atmosphere through a series of regional tournaments across North America.  Click here to purchase your tickets.

Discover Boating Center

Your one-stop resource for boating information and advice. Staffed by experts who can answer all your questions and set you on a course to choosing a boat that will give you and your family years of enjoyment, the Discover Boating Center is here to help you become a boater.

• Straightforward answers to all your boating questions
• Expert, unbiased advice on buying a boat
• Information you can trust and local resources to help you get started
   
  Located in Lobby E.

Fish Tank Pro Demonstrations

Come watch the pros doing live casting demonstrations at the Fish Tank.  Get a glimpse underwater to see how Minnesota fish respond to various baits and casting techniques.

Thurs, Mar 12th
1:30pm  Slip Bobber Fishing - Johnnie Candle
3:00pm  Fishing for Bass - Mark Courts
4:30pm  Fishing for Panfish - Jon Thelen
6:00pm  Jigging - Mark Courts
7:30pm  Drop Shot - Johnnie Candle

Fri, Mar 13th
Noon  Slip Bobber Fishing - Johnnie Candle
3:00pm  Jigging - Scott Allar
4:30pm  Fishing for Panfish - Jon Thelen
6:00pm  Drop Shot - Marty Glorvigen
7:30pm  Fishing for Bass - Scott Glorvigen

Sat, Mar 14th
10:30am  Drop Shot - Johnnie Candle
Noon  Jigging - Keith Kavajecz
1:30pm  Fishing for Bass - Marty Glorvigen
3:00pm  Flicker Shads - Gary Parsons
4:30pm  Fishing for Panfish - Ernie Olson
6:00pm  Jigging - Scott Glorvigen
7:30pm  Rigging - Keith Kavajecz

Sun, Mar 15th
10:30am  Fishing for Bass, Mark Courts
Noon  Jigging, Gary Parsons
1:30pm  Flicker Shads, Keith Kavajecz
3:00pm  Drop Shot, Mark Courts
4:30pm  Rigging, Gary Parsons
 

Sea Tow Boating Safety Challenge

Test your boating safety knowledge and win prizes for winning boating safety activities.

Trout Pond

Kids can fish for FREE for live trout at the pond located in Lobby D. Keep’em or release’em!

Discover Fly Fishing

One of the most fun ways to fish is now the easiest to learn! From tying flies and casting to knowing where to go, get all of the information you need at the Discover Fly Fishing center.

Hunter's Laser Shot Gallery

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Firearms Safety Program will have FREE laser hunting games to teach children both the fun and importance of safety in hunting.

Licenses by the Minnesota Department of  Natural Resources

The Minnesota DNR booth in Lobby D is your one-stop shopping area for all the licenses you’ll need to be outdoors this summer.