2011 Fed Nation Championship Day One Launch

All boats idle past the dock for inspection before going out on the water.

Boat 37 is ready to get under way on Day One of competition.

Boats line the dock and bank before launch.

Friends and family cheered on their favorite anglers.

Game faces on... today is for real.

Many of the Federation Presidents were on hand to help with the launch process. 

Miss Louise is all smiles as her son Skip idles by !

Official time is displayed as boats idle past.

Several photographers were on hand to capture the moment.

Spectators lined the bank to watch the Launch festivities.

The colors fly as dawn breaks.

The contenders all rise for the National Anthem.

The last angler out today will be first tomorrow!

Tournament director Jon Stewart and emcee Dave Mercer remove their hats for the National Anthem.