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The Simply Fishing/Ranger Boats
PhD Road Show Muskie Seminars
Read the Survey of 2003 Attendees
Simply Fishing does it again ! Leading both the industry and the angler to a better future, with the 2nd Annual "Simply Fishing, Ranger Boats Ph.D. Road Show".
It goes without saying, the more you understand about an activity, the better your outcome will be. This was the principle reason behind Bob Mehsikomer organizing his staff of highly qualified instructors, Kyle Brickson, Brett Erickson, Jim Graca and Matt Thompson, in displaying their knowledge and skills in five major cities in 2004. Bob and the guys will be hosting full ten-hour muskie workshops and seminars in Duluth MN, Morris IL, Chisago MN, Madison WI, and Green Bay WI.
For an entire day, the anglers in attendance will be exposed to some of the newest trends and techniques in muskie fishing today. They will learn first hand when, where and why these pros do what they do. Every student in attendance will receive undivided attention regarding specifics about the sport. No question will go unanswered.
There will be workshops regarding rods, reels, lures and electronics. Also lessons involving the proper handling, photographing and releasing of this precious resource. Multi Media presentations will make up a portion of the day, identifying locations, conditions and many other factors pertaining to a successful muskie encounter.
In addition to all of the information gained at each event, a coupon series will be available to all attendees. This coupon series, worth hundreds of dollars, will include discounts from manufacturers, retailers and fishing lodges who are committed to supporting the efforts of muskie fishermen.
Truth is, if you want to learn more about the sport of muskie fishing than you ever thought possible in one day and also want to save big money on lodging, lures and equipment, plan on attending a 2004 Simply Fishing, Ranger Boats PhD event in your area.
Schools start at 9:00 am and will run until 7:00 PM, lunch will be served at each event. Event admission is $75.00 in advance and $100.00 at the door.
To print out an entry form: Click Here
For more info contact:
Simply Fishing
1890 Center St.
Hugo, MN 55038
Toll free tlelphone: 1-800-222-8775
e-mail: simplyfishingstaff@simplyfishing.com
The 2003 Simply Fishing/Ranger Boats
PhD Road Shows
were a great success . . .
Simply Fishing held one-day, 10-hour Muskie PhD Seminars at three Ranger Boat dealers in Minnesota, Illinois, and Wisconsin in March and April of 2003. Here is what the attendees had to say about the "PhD Road Show".
"First let me say thanks again, for your support of our efforts, by attending Simply Fishing's Ph.D. Road Show. In an effort to improve your muskie skills, as well as your next Ph.D. experience, I ask that you spend a few minutes and give us your response to the following questions. Thanks." - Bob Mehsikomer
1. Did you get what you expected out of your most recent Simply Fishing Ph.D. experience?
YES 97% NO 3%
2. Would you recommend a Ph.D. Road Show event to you friends or club members?
YES 98% NO 0% Maybe 2%
3. Would you attend another Ph.D. event in your area?
YES 98% NO 0% Maybe 2%
4. Did this last Ph.D. experience entice you to further your muskie education and possibly attend an on water Ph.D. school such as Wiley Point, or possibly elsewhere?
YES 90% NO 8% Maybe 2%
5. In regards to the course manual, how informative do you think it was?
Slightly 5% Average 10% Very 85%
Writen responses to above question: Still to be organized.
6. Of the following categories, Rods, Reels, Lines, Lures, Electronics, Miscellaneous Equipment and Boats, which were covered thoroughly and properly for the purpose of understanding their values? Please rate our performance from 1-10, with 10 being the best.
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Category\Rating |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
10 |
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Rods |
- |
- |
- |
- |
3% |
5% |
8% |
18% |
15% |
49% |
|
Reels |
- |
- |
- |
3% |
3% |
3% |
13% |
15% |
8% |
53% |
|
Lines |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
8% |
15% |
20% |
13% |
45% |
|
Lures |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
8% |
20% |
18% |
48% |
|
Electronics |
8% |
3% |
10% |
- |
10% |
8% |
8% |
13% |
10% |
20% |
|
Equipment |
- |
- |
- |
3% |
10% |
5% |
13% |
20% |
15% |
30% |
|
Boats |
- |
3% |
8% |
3% |
10% |
8% |
5% |
15% |
10% |
39% |
7. Of the following categories, Rods, Reels, Lines, Lures, Electronics, Miscellaneous Equipment and Boats, in your opinion how much time should be spent on each? Please indicate your preferred pace from 10 minutes to an hour per category.
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Category \ Minutes |
10 |
15 |
20 |
25 |
30 |
35 |
40 |
45 |
50 |
60 |
|
Rods |
8% |
8% |
43% |
5% |
18% |
3% |
__ |
5% |
3% |
10% |
|
Reels |
10% |
13% |
20% |
5% |
18% |
3% |
5% |
10% |
__ |
5% |
|
Lines |
18% |
15% |
20% |
__ |
20% |
__ |
3% |
5% |
3% |
8% |
|
Lures |
8% |
__ |
__ |
__ |
5% |
3% |
15% |
8% |
__ |
50% |
|
Electronics |
8% |
5% |
15% |
3% |
18% |
3% |
5% |
18% |
5% |
8% |
|
Equipment |
10% |
5% |
13% |
3% |
20% |
5% |
10% |
3% |
3% |
18% |
|
Boats |
10% |
10% |
13% |
3% |
35% |
3% |
3% |
__ |
3% |
8% |
8. Because this is by design an environment of brands and the brands you choose can effect your outcome, are you offended when comparisons are made between them? Or, would you like to see the staff avoid mentioning other brands all together and focus only on one dimension, that dimension being the sole product they choose personally?
YES 10% NO 80% No Reply 10%
9. With subjects such as Techniques,Understanding Structure & Locations, Map Reading, and Elements all being very important. And understanding they require sufficient time to thoroughly explain. How much time should the staff devote to each? For this question we will break it down into 15 minute intervals, or N/C, for no change from the current process, which is to say the students will set the pace on site.
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Category \ Minutes |
15 |
30 |
45 |
60 |
75 |
90 |
N/C |
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Techniques: |
___ |
5% |
___ |
33% |
3% |
15% |
44% |
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Structure: |
___ |
3% |
___ |
28% |
10% |
23% |
36% |
|
Map Reading: |
___ |
10% |
8% |
25% |
3% |
15% |
39% |
|
Elements: |
___ |
8% |
10% |
20% |
5% |
18% |
38% |
10. How did subject matter of the course move along for you?
Too Slow 8% Acceptable 85% Too Fast 7%
11. In terms of the course length, which would you like to see?
8 Hours 20% 9 Hours 5% 10 Hours 43% More 30%
12. Would you like to see the course modified to fit two days?
YES 28% NO 65%
13. We have at our disposal more than sixty examples of fish in various situations captured on video. All displaying very important and timely information. Would you like to see more or less of these examples during the time allowed, based on what you just experienced?
More 63% Less 18% No Change 19%
14. Part of our purpose is to get you the student/angler engaged and excited about the sport of muskie fishing. Did we succeed?
YES 97% NO 3%
15. Did we succeed in educating you with timely and valuable muskie information?
YES 97% NO 3%
16. Did we use our presentation tools effectively?
YES 100% NO 0%
17. Were our teaching skills at the level of acceptance?
YES 100% NO 0%
18. In your opinion did the use of the Ranger dealership fulfill venue requirements?
YES 83% NO 5% Maybe 12%
19. Did the fact we chose a Ranger dealership offering hands on exposure to the Ranger brand impress upon you the inherent quality of the manufacturing?
YES 80% NO 5% Maybe 15%
20. Will the fact that the Ranger dealer opened their doors to us impact your decision making process regarding your next boat purchase? Regardless of your brand choice.
YES 70% NO 18% Maybe 12%
21. Would you possibly consider more favorably the Ranger brand after attending a Ph.D. Road Show event?
YES 68% NO 15% Maybe 17%
22. If a Ranger boat were in your future, what would be your preferred style?
Bass Boat 40% Fisherman 55%
23. What would be your preferred length of Ranger boat?
17' 8% 18' 28% 19' 25%
20' 15% 21' 10% 22' 14%
24. In your opinion how were the lunch and snacks provided by George Liddle and Ranger Boats, was there enough for everyone, and would you appreciate Ranger continuing this support?
YES 88% NO 0% Maybe 12%
25. Would you like to see a version of our Wiley Point Ph.D. school come south of the boarder. If so, would you plan to attend knowing there would be additional costs for the course itself?
YES 78% NO 10% Maybe 12%
26. Are the discount programs currently in place, valuable enough to continue campaigning them in the future?
YES 75% NO 13% Maybe 12%
27. Will you consider products manufactured by supporters of these courses before making your final decisions on future purchases.
YES 95% NO 0% Maybe 5%
end of survey.
If you would like to see the "Muskie PhD Road Show" in your city,
or you seek information on simply Fishing's 2004 "Muskie PhD Road Show" -
Contact Lisa at simplyfishingstaff@simplyfishing.com
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