The Bass Federation, FLW Launch High School Fishing Expansion for 2014

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PONCA CITY, Okla. (January 16, 2014) – Since the national introduction of High School Fishing by The Bass Federation (TBF) and FLW under the Student Angler Federation (SAF) umbrella in 2011, participation has more than doubled each year and three states (Kentucky, New Hampshire and Missouri) have joined Illinois in sanctioning bass fishing as an official high school sport. To accommodate rapidly growing demand, SAF will expand its slate of national High School Fishing events and enhance its existing lineup of state and conference championships in 2014. Continue reading

Cabela’s Announces Plans for Bowling Green, Ky., Cabela’s Outpost Store

CabelasCabela’s Incorporated (NYSE:CAB), the World’s Foremost Outfitter of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, announced today plans to open a 42,000-square-foot Cabela’s Outpost store in Bowling Green, Ky.

The store will be Cabela’s second in Kentucky – joining the Louisville location – and is scheduled to open in the fall of 2014. It will be located at the intersection of Scottsdale Road and Ken Bale Boulevard near Sam’s Club. Continue reading

Founder of the Tennessee Bass Federation Passes Away

Bob Big Fish 2009 001Ponca City, Okla., (December 3, 2013) – Bob Agnew from Chattanooga, Tenn., passed away Sunday night. Agnew was the founder and first president of the Tennessee Bass Federation from 1973 to 1975, and a longtime member of TBF’s first club, the Chattanooga Bass Club, still club number 001. He was also a current member of Hixson Memorial Bass Club.

Agnew competed in many Tennessee state tournaments and was still actively fishing club events. He was always recognized at those events. His impact on the Tennessee Bass Federation as well as the nation federation will not be forgotten, and his presence will truly be missed.

NICK ALBANO WINS NY TBF 2014 EARLY BIRD ON ONEIDA LAKE WITH 19.75 LBS.

Nick Albano 1st Place fishOctober 29th, Calcium NY….  On October 27th New York The Bass Federation (NY TBF) held their 2014 Early Bird tournament on Oneida Lake with their base of operations out of Oneida Shores Park in Brewerton NY. The first significant cold front of the fall season hit the area and sat over the lake for a three day period before the tournament. This weather front resulted in a 12 degree drop in water temperature and added yet another facet for anglers to consider when formulating their game plans for this fishery. Continue reading