Whispers from the wood

Last night, under a dark Virginia night, I sat in the library room under an original portrait of the first Governor of Virginia, Patrick Henry … a founding father without a pen on the Declaration of Independence.

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World Record Follies, Frauds and Hoaxes (Part 1)

In the 79 years since George Perry caught his 22-pound, 4-ounce largemouth, there have been several claims to usurp the top spot. It wasn't until July 2, 2009 — with Manabu Kurita's 22-5 — that anyone could fairly claim a better fish. Here are a few of the most memorable claims that fell very, very short.

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The Curse of ROY

Bassmaster Rookies of the Year know about the "sophomore slump," that downward slide that the fishing gods seem to demand.

B.A.S.S. receives organization award

“Legends of the Outdoors” National Hall of Fame, announced that B.A.S.S. will be the 2011 recipient of the American Outdoor Organization of the Year award.

Sweet Baby James

I get my first look at the James River on the Saturday before the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Northern Open there. I'm fishing it as a boater.

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