Lake of the Woods Tourism is displaying at two different sportsman’s shows across the Dakotas. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the area, resorts and of course, the various kinds of fishing the go along with it.
This Weekend, Red River Valley Sportsman’s Show in Fargo! It’s sportshow season in the Dakotas and this time of the year, anglers are excited to talk Lake of the Woods fishing.  Perfect timing to be talking Lake of the Woods at this weekend’s Red River Valley Sportsmen’s show that starts Thursday and runs through Sunday at the Fargodome in Fargo, ND. Once again, we will be holding down booth #166 and look forward to seeing everyone.
Next Weekend, Sioux Empire Sportsman’s Show in Sioux Falls! Outdoor minded folks from the Dakotas and the surrounding region love Lake of the Woods. Once again, we will have our normal location in the main exhibit hall, booth #87. Swing by and say hello!
Dive Deeper! One of the great advantages of a sportshow is spending some time with experts from a destination to have the opportunity to learn, ask questions and ultimately make the best choice for your group. A group of guys headed up to fish for four days might be a very different looking trip than a husband / wife getaway or family vacation.
Joe Henry with Lake of the Woods Tourism will be at the Lake of the Woods Tourism booth all weekend both in Fargo and Sioux Falls happy to share info and answer questions.
Seminars! Sportshows are such a great place to learn more about fishing, hunting and the great outdoors. In Fargo and Sioux Falls, check out hunting expert Todd Amenrud discuss top strategies for whitetail deer hunting. If you are an angler, watch tournament champion Korey Sprengel discuss spring pitching techniques for walleyes and understanding what you are fishing. 
Visitor Guides. While at the show, stop by and pick up our new Lake of the Woods Tourism visitor guide.  Enter to win a 3 night / 2 day fishing trip courtesy of the Walleye Inn. This is a great time to learn more about the lake, resorts, activities, etc taking place this year around Lake of the Woods.
There is a lot to talk about in the upcoming months at Lake of the Woods.
–Current Ice Fishing report around the Lake.  What are current ice conditions?  What is the current ice fishing report?  How long does ice fishing last?  What are they biting on? where to catch monster March pike, how is the crappie bite out of the NW Angle
–Upcoming Rainy River Walleye Fishing.  Is there open water on the river now?  Where should we fish?  What should we use?  How long does walleye season last?  What accesses are on the Rainy River?
–Sturgeon Fishing.  How long does the season last?  What kind of setup should I use?  What is a sturgeon rig?  What part of the river do sturgeon live?  What is slot during keep season?
–Resorts, Hotels, Outfitters and Guides. Â Where should I stay based on our group and what we want to do? Â Where can I find a list of resorts with amenity chart? Â Are there deals? Â What resorts offer full service guides? Â What kind of boats are used on different parts of the lake?
If you are in the Fargo area this weekend or Sioux Falls next weekend, stop by and say hello!
