Bass Pro Shops Portage

Bass Pro Shops is celebrating the return of fishing season and inviting customers to trade in used gear to be donated to local charities in exchange for big savings. The 2020 Spring Fishing Classic is a free celebration taking place March 12 – April 1 at Bass Pro Shops/ 6425 Daniel Burnham Drive, Portage Indiana 46368

Donate your used rods and reels (in working order) and receive a trade-in savings of up to $150 on the purchase of a new rod and reel! The used fishing equipment will be donated to local nonprofit organizations. In the last five years, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s has donated more than 400,000 products to youth-focused nonprofit organizations as part of the company’s mission to inspire everyone to enjoy, love and conserve the great outdoors.
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Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s is celebrating the return of fishing season and inviting customers to trade in used gear to be donated to local charities in exchange for big savings. The 2020 Spring Fishing Classic is a free celebration taking place March 12 – April 1 at Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s at 6425 Daniel Burnham Drive, Portage Indiana. 46368

Donate your used rods and reels (in working order) and receive a trade-in savings of up to $150 on the purchase of a new rod and reel! The used fishing equipment will be donated to local nonprofit organizations.

The Classic includes free fishing seminars presented by national and local professional anglers for all skill levels during the “It’s Hookset Season” tips and how-to sessions, special activities and workshops for women and children and free giveaways.
In addition, visitors can upgrade their gear with all the latest products before they hit the water through a variety of special offers.


Free Seminars and Family Events

The 2020 Spring Fishing Classic offers opportunities to learn from the pros during fishing seminars hosted by some of the greatest anglers in the sport. Seminar instructors during sessions at the Bass Pro Shop in Portage, Indiana include: Greg Miller, Renee Hensley, Jim Miller

Topics : Saturday March 14th
Greg Miller :
11:00 am Boat Set-up for Efficiency. Trolling Motor Technology and electronics
2:00 pm Fishing Rods How to pick the right rod. Understanding the power and action.

Topics : Sunday March 15th
Greg Miller:
1:00 pm Building the right rig: Technique set up from A to Z, from cranking to finesse.

Topics: Saturday March 21st
Renee Hensley:
11:00 am All about Line Fluorocarbon, Braid, or Mono-filament.
Jim Miller:
2:00 Pm electronics 101 How to get the most out of your graphs.

For a full list of sessions and special appearances, visit www.basspro.com/classic.

*Women’s Fishing Workshops (anyone just learning to fish is invited) are also available with introductory fishing information, casting tips and helpful insight on fishing apparel-wear on Saturday, March 28 at 11 a.m. The first 25 attendees of the Women’s Fishing Workshop will receive a free tote.* (*Must be 18 years of age to receive tote)

*Kids’ Weekend offers free activities focused on teaching kids the basics of fishing. Kids’ activities are available from noon to 4 p.m. on March 28-29. Free activities include catch and release pond*, casting challenges, a fishing workshop, fun craft and a photo download.

*Catch and Release Pond 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
*FREE Kid's Fishing Workshop :
1:30 pm Basics of fishing for fun
2:30 pm Instruction in knot tying
*Fun Photo Download 12:00 - 4:00 pm
*FREE Fun Kids Craft 12:00 - 4:00 pm

• Attendees can also enter for a chance to win a fishing trip with Major League Fishing Points and REDCREST Champion, professional angler Edwin Evers. The winner will receive a one-day fishing trip, a Johnny Morris Platinum Signature Series Baitcast Combo, travel expenses and hotel accommodations—a total retail value of $5,000. Register at the stores or online at www.basspro.com/classic or www.cabelas.com/classic .

For trade-in program details, event times and information on qualifying offers visit www.basspro.com/classic.
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Are you interested in learning to tie flies?! Already know how but want to hone your skills? Join us for Fly Tying every Tuesday night Starting at 6:00 pm-8:30 pm. We offer fresh coffee and great company. All ages are welcome! New to fly tying? We have a tying station for you to use until you can purchase your own. You often hear folks talking about the art of fly fishing, There are endless variation of styles and approaches. Tying flies is an art form all on its own.It’s really something worth admiring. Both skill and creativity are needed to tie a beautiful fly.The only limits you face at tying flies are imagination and creativity. Come in to Bass Pro Shops 6425 daniel Burnham Drive Portage Indiana and join us this Tuesday!
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Fish frying demonstration:
Come in and Learn tips and how to's on a deep fryer and taste our Uncle Buck's Fish Batter!!

Saturday March 21st 1-3pm
•Demos to highlight Uncle Bucks batters, breaders, Fryers, and tips and techniques for fish frying
•Samples available while supplies last
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The Classic includes free fishing seminars presented by national and local professional anglers for all skill levels during the “It’s Hookset Season” tips and how-to sessions, special activities and workshops for women and children and free giveaways.
In addition, visitors can upgrade their gear with all the latest products before they hit the water through a variety of special offers.

Instructors for seminars at the Bass Pro Shops, 6425 Daniel Burnham Drive, Portage Indiana 46368 include: Greg Miller, Renee Hensley and Jim Miller

Seminar Date and Times:
Saturday: March 21st at 11am & 2pm
11am All about line, when to pick Fluorocarbon, Braid, Braid with a leader, or Monofilament. Best knots for each application!
2pm Electronics 101: how to get the most out of your graphs to fish smart.
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