2026 Stage Presenters

Wes David Fishing The Wild West TV 

Stage Host, Stage Presenter, and Show Ambassador: WES DAVID – Fishing The Wild West TV

Wes David was born and raised on a cattle ranch near Beiseker, Alberta and has called Airdrie, Alberta, home for the last 23 years. A former professional bull rider turned professional walleye tournament angler, outdoor writer, and host & producer of Fishing the Wild West TV, a fishing show dedicated to angling throughout western Canada and the northern U.S. States. Fishing the Wild West TV is in its 10th season and currently airing on 7 different US and Canadian networks.   

Wes spends about 125-days on the water each year fishing, videoing, and researching information for magazines, TV, and conservation efforts. Wes has videoed and written magazine articles covering all freshwater fish species and fishing for them and many saltwater species. Articles and videos also cover hunting, wildlife and fisheries, fishing gear, outdoor youth, and future conservation.  

Wes is a big believer in conservation, educating about Canada’s fisheries and wildlife, and getting our youth involved in the outdoors.   

Vanessa Harrop  Outdoor Quest TV

Vanessa has a deep passion for hunting and the outdoors and she loves to immerse herself in cultures around the globe. As hunting is the cornerstone of all cultures, she believes there is no better way to experience a destination. She is constantly seeking out new adventures and whether it’s climbing mountains in search of mountain goats and sheep, chasing Muskox on the tundra with her bow, or stalking elk and deer in the foothills of Alberta, she embraces it all! There is nothing quite like the adrenalin and anticipation that comes with each adventure. Vanessa is also a gear junky and is constantly searching out and testing products to assist in her pursuits. There is no need to call Vanessa a huntress. She is proud to be simply a hunter and no matter where she hunts, she is respected for her tenacity and grit. She is a strong role model for all women hunters. 

Rod Giltaca Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights

The Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights aims to be a strong and reputable, public-facing voice for Canadian firearms owners. We are committed to maintaining our current rights and freedoms while continuing to push as a mobilizing and organizational force for positive legislative change.

Rod Giltaca is the CEO and Executive Director of Canada’s gun lobby, the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights (The CCFR). Rod was also the first President of the organization starting in 2015. As an experienced Canadian entrepreneur, Rod's background includes over a decade of international business development in the manufacturing and software industries. Rod has registered intellectual property, founded venture-financed start up’s and engaged directly in business with some of the world’s largest corporations and government bodies such as Ford Motor Company, AT&T, the United States Navy, Air Force and Marine corps.

In addition to his other business activities, Mr. Giltaca previously owned and operated one of Canada’s most recognizable training businesses Civil Advantage Firearms Training (Civil Advantage Management Inc.). In addition, Rod is an instructor in good standing with the RCMP Canadian Firearms Program having trained over 4,000 students in the Canadian Firearm Safety Course and live fire training.

Aaron Walker Nuefoil Watersports Ltd.

Aaron is the Head of Sales and Marketing at Nuefoil Watersports Ltd., a company dedicated to creating innovative, high-quality, and accessible eFoils for water enthusiasts. With a background in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and product development, Aaron brings a unique blend of technical expertise and a passion for all things water. He is committed to helping everyone experience the joy of getting on the water through eFoiling.

Aaron and his team have successfully launched Nuefoil as a family-friendly, entry-level watersports brand while maintaining a focus on innovation, performance, and safety. When he’s not on the water, Aaron enjoys playing roller hockey and ice hockey, and spending time with family and friends.

Aaron and the team at Nuefoil are driven by the goal of getting more families on the water eFoiling. They work to make the sport safe, accessible, and fun for riders of all ages, creating experiences that bring people together and celebrate the thrill of the water.

Tim Dolden Buzzbomb Tackle

Tim Dolden is the president of BuzzBomb Tackle Inc. Tim grew up in Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver and spent all of his free time off grid around the lower mainland. Even before off grid was a thing, Tim was jigging fish in the various waters across the Pacific Ocean. After 25 years of business travel, Tim and his Italian wife Gaia purchased Buzz Bomb and Zzinger Lures Inc. from the original inventor – Doug Field - in 2016.

Ten years onward the BuzzBomb Tackle family of lures is still totally made in Courtenay, BC on Vancouver Island, and the 4 brands – Buzz Bomb, Zzinger, Spinnow and Zelda Jig – represent excellence, innovation, and local fishing capability unmatched in the industry anywhere in the world.

Sarah Schreier Executive Director, Fraser River Sturgeon Conservation Society

The iconic Fraser River White Sturgeon is significant to communities all along the Fraser River. White Sturgeon holds cultural, social and economic significance for First Nations heritage, recreational enthusiasts and sport fishing professionals.

For 25 years, the FRSCS ‘citizen science’ volunteer-based monitoring and assessment program has worked collaboratively with angling guides, recreational anglers, commercial, and First Nations, test fisheries and enforcement personnel, students and academics. Contributions of FRSCS team and volunteers have led to new areas of research and innovation, the development of Best Handling Guidelines for Angling Sturgeon in BC, and to a unique relationship between science and citizens.

Ms. Schreier will share highlights of 25 years of the ‘good, challenging and the interesting’ experiences in conservation, current population status, best handling practices and the important role of volunteer ‘citizen scientists’.

Ms. Sarah Schreier is the Executive Director of the Fraser River Sturgeon Conservation Society (FRSCS), a research-based non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the recovery of the Fraser River White Sturgeon population. For over 20 years, Ms. Schreier has provided analysis and advice to several organizations and science-related sectors including healthcare, basic and applied research, fisheries management issues and White Sturgeon research.