EXPERT-LED SEMINARS FOR EVERY BOATER AND FISHERMAN.
The North Sound Marine Expo features live seminars designed to give you practical, real-world knowledge you can take straight to the water. Whether you're targeting lingcod or looking to better understand today’s most advanced marine electronics, these sessions are built to help you fish smarter and more effectively in the Pacific Northwest.
Presented by Tom Nelson and Joey Pyburn of The Outdoor Line, each seminar combines local expertise, proven techniques, and straightforward insight you can actually use. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and walk away with a clearer approach to your next trip.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LINGCOD 101
Targeting lingcod in Puget Sound takes more than just dropping a jig and hoping for the best. In this session, Tom Nelson and Joey Pyburn break down the fundamentals of successful lingcod fishing, including where to find fish, how to position your boat, and which techniques consistently produce results.
You’ll gain a clearer understanding of structure, depth, and presentation, along with practical tips that apply whether you're new to lingcod fishing or looking to improve your success rate. This is a solid foundation for anyone planning to fish the upcoming season with more confidence and purpose.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
GARMIN LIVESCOPE
Forward-facing sonar has changed the way anglers approach fishing, and Garmin LiveScope is leading that shift. In this seminar, Tom and Joey explain how LiveScope works, what you’re actually seeing on the screen, and how to use it to locate and track fish in real time.
From interpreting sonar returns to adjusting your approach based on what you see, this session focuses on making the technology practical and approachable. Whether you’re considering LiveScope or already have it installed, you’ll walk away with a better understanding of how to use it effectively on the water.
