WELL-known fishing celebrities including Rex Hunt and Lee Rayner will be making appearances on the “Fishing Getaways” stage during the Melbourne Boat Show to talk about the most pressing issues and trends in fishing today.
A huge roster of additional speakers will cover topics such as interpreting sonar and electronics, maintaining personal flotation devices, theft prevention, trailer maintenance and much more.
“We’re thrilled to have such big names in the industry available for the benefit of our show visitors,” said Boating Industry Association Victoria’s Clyde Batty. “Anyone who is interested in boating and fishing, regardless of their point of view will want to come hear these guys speak as they won’t find anyone more knowledgeable within Australia.”
Lee Rayner will appear three times each day of the show to discuss squid fishing, snapper and game fishing whilst Rex Hunt will make one special appearance only at 6.00pm on Friday to talk about general topics in fishing.
With his colourful and entertaining style, Rex is a well known fishing and football broadcaster and, after many years calling for 3AW, continues to showcase his unique talents on MMM radio as well as his television show, Rex Hunt Fishing Adventures.
In addition to presenting on radio and television with Rex Hunt Fishing Adventures and co-hosting IFish for 2 years on Channel 7 and Ch 10, Lee Rayner has presented numerous high selling DVDs including Tuna Tactics and Fishing for Whiting. He has authored a number of books and is a regular feature writer in some of the top fishing magazines in the country.
Lee ‘s newest venture is to host the successful, long running series Adventure Bound, an extreme fishing program that provides tips, information and entertainment for everyone from the lounge chair anglers right through to the hard-core fishing enthusiasts.
Lee’s offsider, Scott Gray of Adventure Bound, will be talking about kingfish on the stage at 2.00pm Saturday and Sunday. “We really do have something for everyone this year,” Batty said.
“In addition to the big names we have a number of experts presenting on safety and regulations, fishing for kids, use of equipment and much more.”“The great thing is these experts will be on hand for visitors to ask questions of during or after their presentations.”Charlie Micallef will be launching his new DVD at this year’s show and will be talking on the main stage about many fish he encounters as a fishing guide, joining Charlie will be many of his friends including Merv Hughes.
Mark Harnett of Lowrance and Simrad will be conducting a Q&A session on Interpreting Sonar and Electronics covering equipment such as sounders, GPS, auto pilot, VHF and engine integration.
Additional sessions will be held on lure fishing, boating guides and destination fishing by Parks Victoria, understanding how to use your fish finder, and importantly, new regulations presented by the Victorian Water Police Squad.
The 2011 Melbourne Boat Show will also feature the latest boats including everything from the family runabout, inflatable craft and PWC’c to the larger cruising vessels. The show’s “Accessory Alley” offers plenty of great bargains on fishing gear, rods, tackle, fish finders and much more.
Younger members of the family can enjoy Flathead Fred’s Fun Fishin’ Show, Yamaha Super (fish) Tank and Lulu Kids’ Activities whilst mum and dad check out the myriad of other activities taking place.