Speakers:

Scott Fordice, Lowrance: "Latest Technology from Lowrance"
Scott Fordice brings over two decades of experience in the marine industry, including 16 years with Lowrance/Navico Group, where he has been a pivotal force in advancing marine technology and solutions. Born and raised in the scenic Pacific Northwest, Scott has a passion for the outdoors. When he's not shaping the future of marine innovation, Scott enjoys spending quality time on the water, boating with his family.

Ethan Worthley, California Dept. of Fish and Wildlife: "Rules & Regulation Changes for 2025"
CDFW Mission Statement: To manage California's diverse fish, wildlife, and plant resources, and the habitats upon which they depend, for their ecological values and for their use and enjoyment by the public.

Matt Dallam, Humboldt Area Saltwater Anglers: "HASA Update"
The mission of Humboldt Area Saltwater Anglers is to represent North Coast fisherman's historic and ongoing right to sport fish along the Northern California coast; advocate reasonable and rational sport fishing seasons and regulations; educate our members and the general public about the economic and cultural contributions of sport fishing to our local economies; and promote sustainable stewardship of the resource.

Del Stephens, Tuna Dog Offshore: "Diawa Gear & Fishing for Tuna with Tanacom Reels"
Captain Del "Tuna Dog" Stephens is an author, speaker, Pro Angler and well known in the offshore fishing community. Over 25 years as a respected charter captain, Del now shares his passion for fishing in speaking appearances, writing articles and being involved in fishing tournaments like The Lipstick Salmon Slayers. He is the author of "The Dark Side, One Man's Journey to the 125 Line and Back" and hosts the Canyon Warriors TV Show.

Additional Guests:

California Dept. of Fish & Wildlife
Star brite Boat Products

Schedule:

8:30am: Seminar doors open
9:00am: Scott Fordice, Latest Technologies From Lowrance Electronics
10:00am: Break
10:15am: CDFW, Rules and Regulation Changes
10:45am: Raffle Drawing (must be present to win)
11:15am: Lunch/Break
12:15pm: Matt Dallum, HASA Update
12:45pm: Raffle Drawing (must be present to win)
1:00pm: Break
1:15pm: Del Stephens, Daiwa Tanacom Reels, Bluefin, Albacore, Halibut Fishing
2:15pm: HASA Raffle Drawing (must be present to win)
3:00pm: End

Special thanks to Humboldt Area Saltwater Anglers for their help with organizing and setting up this event!

Speakers:

Jason Albee, Jason's Fishing Adventures: "Halibut Fishing and the newest JFA Gear"
Jason Albee grew up fishing all over Western Oregon and has been running personal boats across the Yaquina Bay bar into the ocean since he was 15. Over the past 30 year Jason has been providing top-quality fishing experiences and recently started guiding, turning his sport boat into a guide boat. Jason is very passionate about fishing and loves to share his knowledge and skills with his clients, in particular his enthusiasm for all things halibut!

David Peterson, Retired Charter Captain & Englund's Own Expert: "Longleader Fishing and Near Shore Rockfish/Lingcod Techniques"
David grew up in the marine and fishing industry and started ocean fishing at the age of 4 with his Grandpa out of Ilwaco. Throughout the 80's he deck handed on charter boats out of Depoe Bay, before moving into working in the parts/services departments of boating centers in the Portland area from 1990 to 2006. David moved back to Depoe Bay in 2011, pursuing his dream of owning a charter boat. Over the next 2 years, David ran a 6-man boat before taking command of the 43' Delta "Hot Pursuit" for 4 years. David was a pioneer of the long leader fishery and ran the first boat to longleader fish. He is now a familiar and knowledgeable face at our Englund Marine, Newport store.

John Keizer, Salt Patrol & Team Lowrance: "How to Use What's New In Marine Electronics to Target Salmon"
Capt. John Keizer, creator of Saltpatrol.com and a well-known outdoor writer for local fishing magazines but is best known as the Captain of the Team Lowrance boat “Salt Patrol”. John is regularly seen on Angler West TV fishing for NW species or fishing at destinations around the world. He has passion for introducing new anglers to the sport. John is on many NW ProStaffs.

Del Stephens, Tuna Dog Offshore & Daiwa: "Diawa Gear & Fishing for Tuna with Tanacom Reels"
Captain Del "Tuna Dog" Stephens is an author, speaker, Pro Angler and well known in the offshore fishing community. Over 25 years as a respected charter captain, Del now shares his passion for fishing in speaking appearances, writing articles and being involved in fishing tournaments like The Lipstick Salmon Slayers. He is the author of "The Dark Side, One Man's Journey to the 125 Line and Back" and hosts the Canyon Warriors TV Show.

Additional Guests:

Connie Sullivan, Sea Grant
Christian Heath, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
Jason Hamby, Pro-Cure

Jagen Twitchell, Star brite Boat Products
Trevor Bellmore, Scotty
Dave Jackson, Vallation

Schedule:

7:30am: Seminar doors open
8:15am: Jason Albee, Halibut Fishing and the Newest JFA Gear
9:15am: Break
9:30am: David Peterson, Longleader Fishing and Near Shore Rockfish/Lingcod Techniques
10:30am: Break
10:45pm: John Keizer, How to Use What's New In Marine Electronics to Target Salmon
12:00pm: Lunch/Break
1:00pm: Del Stephens, Daiwa Tanacom Reels, Bluefin, Albacore, Halibut Fishing
2:00pm: Break
2:15pm: Raffle Drawing (must be present to win)
3:00pm: End