Fishing with Martha Stewart

It was an unusual day in early October in Alabama, notable for its hot temperatures and the fact that some of the B.A.S.S. team found themselves fishing with Martha Stewart.

Martha’s accomplishments would be too much to list in the caption of this photo, but she’s been an icon in home decor, cooking and gardening media for over thirty years. With all her success it should come as no surprise that she immediately looked comfortable on a bass boat with B.A.S.S. owner and long-time friend Don Logan and B.A.S.S. VP of Communications Dave Precht.

Dave offered some instruction on casting…

But in no time at all…

She was casting like a pro.

Dave had to leave for a prior commitment…

Luckily the always-professional Thomas Allen could man the trolling motor in his stead.

Right before this picture was taken Ms. Stewart almost caught me with that lipless crankbait. Literally inches from my face. Would have been a pretty good story!

It was all business on the boat and soon the catches started happening.

Don Logan has caught quite a few fish in his time and did not disappoint.

Martha loved it and took a picture.

Then it was Thomas’ turn to find one for our guest.

It didn’t take long and she was hooked up!

She let me know she had a fish on. Thanks!

It was a quick battle…

With a little bit of drama.

But soon it was picture time.

Quite a nice catch for this lake!

Soon it was time to say goodbye. Martha was in town for a host of other activities, but wanted to make the time to see Don and enjoy the outdoors on this small lake south of Birmingham.

Two friends head home. The rest of us decided to do more fishing!