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Bill Ferris - Ice Fishing ExpertBill Ferris - Ice Fishing ExpertD&R Sports Center in Kalamazoo will host a two-day Ice Fishing Show at the Kalamazoo store Dec. 6-7.

Show hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Two of the Great Lakes’ top ice fishing experts, Chas Thompson and Bill Ferris, will present free workshops both days.

Ferris has been ice fishing for bluegills, crappie and perch for many years throughout Michigan. He will share tips on where to look for bluegills, crappies and perch, the equipment needed and how to use electronics.

Thompson, a computer scientist turned commercial brewer, will discuss “The Science of Ice Fishing.” He will provide insight into modern ice fishing techniques as practiced by successful tournament fishermen. He will focus on the latest equipment, gadgets and commonsense items implemented to get you on and off the ice with a limit of fish in record time. 

In addition to seminars, there will be several hands-on ice fishing displays and demonstrations provided by more than 25 tackle manufacturers.

For more information, call D&R at 269-372-2277.