March 17, 18 & 19, 2023 - Friday & Saturday 10am to 8pm, Sunday 10am to 5pm
Orange County Convention Center
North Hall C & B1
Visit the Orlando Boat Show Life Is Better With A Boat!
Central Florida's Premier Boat Show - August 12, 13 & 14, 2022
2022 HCB 53' SUENOS - Queen of the Orlando Boat Show
Seriously Big and Beautiful.
Finally, a MEGA Center Console yacht with the sophisticated design to perfectly balance speed, ride, comfort, and all of the luxury of your “dream” boat.
Capt. Don Dingman's Hook The Future Fishing Clinic For Kids
Capt. Don Dingman as seen the On Hook The Future TV Show
At each of our clinics we begin with a thirty minute classroom style discussion of basic fishing techniques, tackle and safety. Capt. Don covers the definition of the water column using charts and posters as examples, and asks kids to give examples of fish that live in each water column so as to keep the clinics interactive. He then goes over how important it is to know where the fish you are targeting lives in the water column and what they are feeding on to choose the correct weights and baits. He demos casting and fish fighting techniques with volunteers from the crowd. During which time we use mounts of various types of fish to show the difference in bottom feeders and those that chase bait in the top of the water column. We have a wide array of fish mounts at our species station for kids to touch the fish hands on to see the different variations in top feeders, bottom feeders, pelagic, and freshwater species, etc.
We cover conservation in the clinics as well. We teach the importance of using circle hooks and dehookers as a successful technique to ensures a healthy release. We also ask the kids to give examples of other animals that they like to see while they are out on the water and explain to them how fishing line and other types of litter can cause problems for these animals. We then show them how they can easily make a place on their boat to dispose of any discarded fishing line and show the pictures of the containers they will find at local ramps and piers so that they will know where to place the discarded fishing line once they are back on land.
We also go over the importance of safety on the water. We tell each kid how critical it is to always fish with a buddy because things happen quickly on the water, even when fishing in your backyard pond.
We also show the kids (and parents) examples of cool and comfortable life vests that are compliant with safety standards yet flexible enough for fishing and other water related activities. During this portion of the clinic we also go over proper apparel and sunscreen use, staying hydrating, keeping your eyes protected with the proper sunglasses and more.
At the end of each clinic we give the kids an opportunity for questions and answers followed by a kids only free raffle with dozens of great prizes donated by our sponsors.
As they exit the clinics each kids will go home with a free Hook the Future/ Carolina Skiff custom rod & reel combo.
As Captain Don says, “Kids can catch big fish just like adults. The fish doesn’t know who is holding the rod.”
All Kids Attending Get A Free Rod & Reel To Take Home!
At the end of each clinic every kid receives a free rod & reel combo ( we bring 500) and we also hold a kids only free raffle at the end of each session giving away products from, Salt Life, Eagle Claw, Tsunami, MirrOlure, and more!
Presenting The Fishing Zone Which Was A Huge Hit Last Fall
A Booth Area Loaded With Fresh Water & Salt Water Fishing Tackle, Lures, Clothing and Fishing Gear
Fill up your tackle box with a exceptional new area devoted to all types of fishing gear including fresh water and saltwater rod and reels, fresh water and saltwater lures, clothing for a great day on the water and all types of fishing gear and accessories. The Fishing Zone features Southeastern Fishing Tackle, Tampa, FL with a super selection.
Twiggy, the Water-Skiing Squirrel
Twiggy's Back to Thrill Young and Old Alike!
It’s Forever Summer at Twiggy’s Lagoon! Come join Twiggy and her team for a family friendly, fun-filled, interactive show featuring Twiggy the World Famous Water-Skiing Squirrel! Learn about water safety, waterskiing and what wild things Twiggy gets into at her lagoon. This show is full of laughs, surprises and even features a special guest, Roxie the dog, as Twiggy’s trusty lifeguard!
Fun For The Whole Family! And Kids 12 & Under Are Free
Have A Caricature Drawn Of Your Child Driving A Boat
Have A Caricature Drawn Of Your Child Driving A Boat
Have A Caricature Drawn Of Your Child Driving A Boat
Rafael Diaz, a nationally known artist, will draw a caricature of your child that is a proven satisfier, eliciting laughter and delight. These comical portraits will end up framed and hanging on the wall of your for years to come.
Learn From Great Seminars
Have A Caricature Drawn Of Your Child Driving A Boat
Have A Caricature Drawn Of Your Child Driving A Boat
Towed watersports industry veterans team up to discuss towed watersports basics -- from boats and equipment to competitions, local events and etiquette. Join four-time X-Games Gold Medalist Danny Harf and the "Voice" of wakeboarding Dano the Mano for this deep dive into how to make this the best summer of wake.
Kid's 12 & Under Can Catch A Live Trout
Catch A Bull Dolphin in our Virtual Saltwater Fishing Simulator
Catch A Bull Dolphin in our Virtual Saltwater Fishing Simulator
Children attending the show have the opportunity to catch live trout. This catch and release activity is safe and fun! Come and create some lasting memories when they catch "the big one"!!!
Catch A Bull Dolphin in our Virtual Saltwater Fishing Simulator
Catch A Bull Dolphin in our Virtual Saltwater Fishing Simulator
Catch A Bull Dolphin in our Virtual Saltwater Fishing Simulator
Experience the excitement of competition with our virtual saltwater fishing simulator. Feel the fish strike the bait and dive for the bottom as you fight to keep it from burning the line off the reel. Will you be able to boat the fish before your competitor does?
Crack-the-Code & Win A $30,000 Avid 19FS
From Boaters Exchange in Rockledge and New Smyrna Beach, Florida
The Avid Boats 19 FS is the smallest of the Avid Aluminum Boats Bay Boat Series with a 19′ 1″ LOA, 97″ Beam, a Yamaha VF90XA Motor and a Custom Aluminum Trailer. The 19 FS is loaded with features such as forward and aft livewells, rod lockers, plenty of storage, fishing decks forward and aft, aft jump seats, and large center console. It features 5052 Aluminum alloy and Avid’s proprietary TruTaper beam forward gunnel backed by a Limited Lifetime Hull Warranty.
