Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources Propose Asian Carp Netting Trial

Ponca City, Okla.,-Nov. 17, 2011 – In a proactive attempt to stave off the onslaught of Asian Carp the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will be conducting a trial netting program in Kentucky and Barkley Lakes.

Ron Brooks from the KDFWR addressed a crowd of 40 interested participants who attended the Kentucky Dam and Village Convention Center. He explained to the group Asian Carp are now in every tributary of the Mississippi River ranging as far north as North Dakota. The waters of Kentucky and Barkley Lakes are infested and the numbers are growing in record proportions.    Continue reading

The Bass Federation Arizona Announces a Reel Kids Casting Event

Date of Event: December 11, 2011

On Sunday  at  the Sportsman’s Warehouse  at 19205 N. 27 Ave,  kids in two age groups will compete at flipping, pitching and casting at a target. This special competition develops and demonstrates the basic techniques that everyday anglers use while actually fishing.

The youth contestants will face a target at different lengths of 10, 20 and 30 feet and will utilize all three basic techniques.

The members of the Phoenix Bassmasters will assist each youth in the competition while also helping them during the practice time that each youth will have. Continue reading

Future Fisherman Foundation to Begin Online Fundraising Auction in November


Charlie Daniels Autographed Fiddle

The Future Fisherman Foundation has announced its inaugural online fundraising auction that will begin on Thursday, November 17.

Go to, www.futurefisherman.org, to participate and support one of the nation’s greatest resources for maintaining the “Future of Fishing”!

Several items will be auctioned, including multiple fishing trips in over a dozen different states and Mexico, NASCAR collectables, autographed music memorabilia, fishing equipment, fishing artwork, along with several other donated items ready for your bid!

With the Christmas season fast approaching, what a great gift for others or yourself at a fantastic price! Continue reading

2012 TBF and FLW Adult Membership Renewals

The Bass Federation is striving to make membership renewal easier each year. TBF has begun accepting membership renewals for 2012. Current memberships expire on December 31, 2011* and you can update NOW to ensure your club maintains the insurance policy coverage and your members don’t have a lapse in tournament eligibility or magazine delivery.

We will continue to collect both TBF and FLW Outdoors membership updates through TBF and through our online roster management system. The secure website is www.tbfwebservices.com. TBF dues are $15 and have been since 2000. FLW dues will remain at $35. Our system WILL collect $50 for both – PLEASE VERIFY YOUR MEMBER’S CORRECT ADDRESSES BEFORE UPDATING THEM. Continue reading