2018 bass tournament
At the end of the in-class sessions we added yet another level to the program and with the support of 10 volunteer anglers we were able to organize a full scale, on the water, bass fishing tournament. Teams of 2 were drawn from the 20 youth participants who were then paired up with one of the 10 anglers. The anglers were not only assigned the task of guide but also as mentors and teachers, they were responsible for each child's safety and to assist them in implementing what they had been taught over the past 6 weeks. To see these volunteer anglers give up a day out of their personal lives with no monetary gain was amazing, a proud moment for both them and the program.
Without the help of these volunteers and the use of their boats this tournament could not have been possible. For many of these kids this is their first time being in a bass boat, for some, maybe the only time they will ever experience this.
Thank you for your time and assistance!
"This is why we fish"
Without the help of these volunteers and the use of their boats this tournament could not have been possible. For many of these kids this is their first time being in a bass boat, for some, maybe the only time they will ever experience this.
Thank you for your time and assistance!
"This is why we fish"
arrival, blast-off & weigh-in
on the water action
guest speakers
Each year we try to implement a couple of guest speakers with knowledge in the field to share their stories on what and where the fishing industry has lead them or to share what they have learned over the years. Every time these speakers come in they are bombarded with questions from these young people, and they are so willing and patient to share and answer all they can. Having another from of delivery keeps the programs variety fresh and captivating and just like fishing, each of us has our own way of delivering the bait, but in this case the message.
I can't thank these individuals enough for adding to the program and for volunteering their time and efforts to help guide these kids and hopefully in some cases down the road, a future in fisheries or the natural resources.
Thanks for giving back!
I can't thank these individuals enough for adding to the program and for volunteering their time and efforts to help guide these kids and hopefully in some cases down the road, a future in fisheries or the natural resources.
Thanks for giving back!