Anglers Lose A Friend

Jim Range was possibly the greatest ally anglers had in the political scene. Tragically, he died Jan. 20, of cancer, at age 63.

Shoal Bass

As black bass species go, the shoal bass is clearly a nonconformist. Unlike its largemouth and smallmouth cousins, the shoal bass is quite particular about its habitat and forage.

How-To

River Current

In fisheries where current dictates fish location, success comes through observation and experience.

B.A.S.S. Nation

Cooking up a winner

Sylvia Morris wakes up every day around 3:30 a.m. to start packing lunches, and then she cooks their breakfast.

Alton Jones

Alton Jones discusses the outstanding year he had in 2008, especially his win at the Bassmaster Classic at Lake Hartwell.

B.A.S.S. Nation

Lowrance awards 14 states for promotion

Lowrance Electronics, longtime sponsor of BASS and the B.A.S.S. Federation Nation, awarded $16,800 in merchandise certificates and $12,500 in cash to participating state chapters during the presidents' meetings at the recent B.A.S.S. Federation Nation Championship.

B.A.S.S. Nation

Alliance pays out more than $139,000

$139,000 was paid out to state chapters and individual members in 2008, courtesy of the B.A.S.S. Federation Nation Alliance presented by Triton Boats, Mercury Marine, MotorGuide Trolling Motors, Lowrance Electronics and Optima Batteries.

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