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Trappers Convention Welcomes Champion Predator Caller Les Johnson
Jul 3, 2024 10:05 ET

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Escanaba, Mich. — Returning to the annual Trapper’s Convention/Outdoor Expo event this year in Escanaba is coyote calling world champion Les Johnson.

Johnson, a Nebraska native, is the only person to win the triple crown of predator calling – World Championship, National Championship and Midwest Championship all in the same year.

He started a television show called Predator Quest in January of 2006, which quickly gained popularity with the hunting crowd. After 14 years of airing his show, over 280 original episodes and many awards, Johnson decided to retire from television, but continues to give seminars and make public appearances.

The Trapper’s Convention/Outdoor Expo is set for July 12-13, 2024, at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days (all times EST). Admission is $10 for both days and kids under 12 will be admitted free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. This family friendly offers a lot to do and see including games, prizes, raffles, activities for the kids, the popular Friday night fish fry and more.