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Brody the Bear
The Outdoor Classic would like to thank Waste Management for sponsoring Brody the Bear at the 2009 Outdoor Classic.
Jeff Watson of J&L BRUINS believe that educating the public about bears and safety in bear country is the
most important aspect of their business.
Jeff travels throughout the country sharing his vast knowledge of bears and most importantly, he shares his dear friend,
Brody, with over a million people every year. A few of the topics Jeff covers are:
Along with his presentation, Jeff spends the day sharing Brody with the public and answering questions.
It's a rare opportunity to see a Kodiak Grizzly bear up close and personal. Whether Brody is playing with his toys, interacting with Jeff or simply taking one of his afternoon naps ... seeing such an amazingly beautiful, intelligent and HUGE animal is an experience you won't soon forget.
Frank Addington Jr.
Hitting a baby aspirin flying in mid air with an arrow is an accomplishment in itself. When you consider
that Frank Addington, Jr. does it from behind his back, that is mind boggling. He didn't just do it one time, he uses this
signature shot at every archery exhibition he does across the country. An amazing feat that Addington spent a lifetime
developing. Here's Frank's story...
The year was 1971. Frank Addington, Jr. was four when his parents gave him his first bow. Addington learned to shoot
instinctively, without any sights or aiming devices. He won many state championships and set some shooting records but
soon became bored with competitive shooting.
By 1978, he would spend hours in his family's backyard shooting his bow. Often times he pretended to be the great Fred
Bear on some big game bowhunting adventure. Little did Addington know that fate would allow him to meet and later become
friends with the legendary Bear. Addington's family started a retail archery business in the 1970's and this allowed
Addington access to the trade shows and other events where he could meet and become friends with folks like Fred Bear,
Earl and Ann Hoyt, Tom Jennings and other members of the sport of archery.
Other Sponsors
Other Talent
Joe Austin
DOA Outfitters
Joe's journey in life as a waterfowler began 43 years ago. His Grandfather taught him how to shoot at the age of 11 and he hasn't looked back since. Joe will be sharing his waterfowl trade secrets at the show all weekend.
Travis Dalton
Mossy Oak Pro staff
Travis will be hosting seminars on tactics for treestand hunting on Saturday and Sunday
Mike Puffenbarger
Maple Tree Outdoors
Mike Puffenbarger of Maple Tree Outdoors calls home the hills of Highland County, Virginia where for the past several years he's been helping hunters and fishermen alike make their dreams come true. Mike is also pro staff for the Sausage Maker from Buffalo, NY and will be offering a complete line of game processing and equipment and a seminar on how to make the best of your wild game. Mike writes a monthly column for Woods & Waters magazine, monthly reports for Viginia Outdoors.com and SV Outdoors television program airing throughout the Shenandoah Valley.
Don Quackenbush
QNB Kennel
Don brings years of experience in dog training to the show this year. He'll show you how his dogs work in the wild and teach you techniques to get your dogs working the same way!
Teddy Carr
Outdoor Action
Teddy has always been a show favorite at our show teaching people Bass fishing techniques as well as duck and goose hunting techniques. He's a well rounded outdoorsman with a passion for helping others achieve success in the wild.
Bruce Ingram
Outdoor Author
Bruce Ingram is an accomplished outdoor writer and outdoorsman. He's bringing his knowledge to the Outdoor Classic in seminars geared to give you specific places to smallmouth fish and tips on Fall Turkey hunting. You'll leave these seminars well educated and you'll be begging for more.
