Rockford fishing show ‘a class act’

Add comment February 19th, 2009

I’m going to take my editorial hat off for a minute and put on my fishing cap.

This weekend’s Rockford Fishing & Outdoors Expo is the best show of it’s kind within driving distance (2 hours) of Rockford. Don’t take my word for it, here’s a comment Teresa Webinger, director of operations of Esox Angler magazine, posted on muskylink.com

“This is a class act show! It’s a growing show, but well attended, great promotion and production. And very nice promoters. We’ll be giving away a bunch prizes too … fishing trips, baits, St. Croix rod, and more (even a trip to Las Vegas!)

“Most of the Esox Angler Magazine staff will be there as well. And yes, I’m flying in from Las Vegas, just to attend.”

In 2001, Webinger caught the women’s Illinois state record musky when she boated a 48 1/2-incher while fishing with Chad Cain on Lake Kincaid in southern Illinois.

At previous shows, Webinger served as moderator for fishing roundtables. She does an excellent job fielding audience questions and making sure all panelists get a chance to have their say.

I go to four or five fishing shows a year and Rockford is my  favorite. There seems to be a lot more activity with the give-aways, seminars and demonstrations. Also, there are more boats on display than any other show I’ve been to.

I like the show so much that in past years I’ve attended all three days. Won’t be able to do that this year because I have a commitment on Friday, but I’ll be at ISC for the show on Saturday and Sunday.

OK, now it’s back to Roland Burris,  petition challenges, online lotteries and Rockford’s superintendent search.