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Proposed opening of US offshore waters to oil drilling opposed by Bonefish and Tarpon Trust
We write to share our grave concern about the proposed opening of US offshore waters to oil drilling. We fear that such activities will negatively impact economically important recreational fisheries throughout the southeastern and Gulf of Mexico coasts.
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Strong Numbers for U.S. Boat Sales as 2018 Boat Show Season Kicks Off
As the industry prepares for a busy winter boat show season – a crucial selling period – NMMA announced this week that unit sales of new powerboats are expected to be up six percent in 2017, marking an estimated 260,000 new powerboats sold last year. As consumer confidence continues to rise and boat manufacturers introduce products and experiences to attract younger boaters, the outlook for 2018 new powerboat sales is another five to six percent increase.
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Satlwater Anglers Benefit from Landmark Legislation That Advances in U.S. House
The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Natural Resources approved H.R. 200, a bill sponsored by Congressman Don Young (R-Alaska) that amends the 1976 Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to provide flexibility for fishery managers and stability for fishermen. A coalition of organizations representing the saltwater recreational fishing and boating community endorsed H.R. 200 and highlighted the importance of incorporating saltwater recreational fishing management provisions into the nation’s primary law governing federal fisheries management.
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Expands Hunting and Fishing Opportunities
In a continuing effort to increase access to hunting and fishing on public lands, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced a final rule to open or expand opportunities across 132,000 acres on 10 national wildlife refugesges
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Cash and Prizes Pro Payout for the 2017 Won Bass U.S. Open
Here are the Pro Payouts for the 2017 U.S. Open at Lake Mead! Well over 100%!
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U.S. Open Results | Justin Patti Wins Wire-to-Wire
2017 WON Bass U.S. Open Final Pro Results 2017 WON Bass U.S. OPen Final AAA Results Las Vegas, Nev. – The discussion leading up to the 35th Anniversary edition of the WON Bass, Bass Cat / Mercury U.S. Open were the changes. The addition of Bass Cat Boats as a key partner, and the change of dates to October were the hot topics.
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US Open Video Updates | Justin Patti on the Wire-to-Wire Win and Brett Hite on his Charge for First
Video Updates at the 2017 WON Bass U.S. Open at Lake Mead
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2017 WON Bass U.S. Open Day One Leader Justin Patti
When WON Bass announced the October dates for the 25th edition of the WON Bass, Bass Cat / Mercury U.S. Open, the hope was that the field size would increase once again to new record levels, and that the fishing would be excellent.
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Video Updates Top-5 Pros Day 2 | 2017 WON Bass U.S. Open
Video Reports with Top-5 Pro Anglers at Lake Mead | Justin Patti, Kyle Grover, Brett Hite, Travis Jewell and Sean Coffey
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2017 Won Bass U.S. Open Day 1 Video Interviews Top-5 Pros at Lake Mead
The top-5 pro anglers Justin Patti, Travis Jewell, Nick Salvucci, Josh Bertrand and Kyle Grover weigh in on the first day of the 2017 WON Bass U.S. Open at Lake Mead with video updates here.
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Pro LIst Competing for 2017 WON Bass U.S. Open | Live Show Link
The List of pros competing in the 2017 WON Bass U.S. Open is as follows:
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WON BASS HISTORIC 2017 U.S. Open SHATTERS ATTENDANCE RECORD
At this time WON BASS currently has a few spots open for additional Pro's for the 2017 U.S. Open. WON Bass has once again shattered the previous entry record of 186 boats at last year's event, with a 200+ boat field for 2017.
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Billfish Conservation Act Passes U.S. Senate
Conservationists and anglers are applauding the U.S. Senate for passing S. 396, a bill to amend the Billfish Conservation Act of 2012. The bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senators Bill Nelson (D-Fla.); Marco Rubio (R-Fla.); Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), and Joe Manchin, III (D-W.Va.), passed by a voice vote on October 2.
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How to Win the U.S. Open with Johnny Johnson
The U.S. Open is the premier tournament in the west and has long been known as one of the most challenging bass tournaments anywhere. Lake Mead hosts the event every year and proves to be a unique venue as tough fishing, big waves, and extreme heat often plays into the strategy of anglers. With the move to October this year, last year’s winner Johnny Johnson believes the fishing will be better and shares his predictions for the event and gives a strategy to win this year’s Open.
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Recreational Fishing Leaders Testify in U.S. Senate
The U.S. Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast Guard held a robust hearing entitled "Reauthorization of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act: Oversight of Fisheries Management Successes and Challenges." The Subcommittee heard from two panels of witnesses representing recreational, commercial and subsistence fishermen.
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Updated Info for the October 2017 U.S. Open
Here is an updated Itinerary for the October 2017 U.S. Open
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ASA provides testimony during U.S. Senate field hearing on Magnuson-Stevens Act Reauthorization
The American Sportfishing Association (ASA) called on Congress to address the unique challenges of federal saltwater recreational fisheries management as it considers reauthorizing the nation’s primary law governing federal saltwater fisheries management.
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Making us western guys proud
Just wanted to recognize Aaron Britt and Chad Sweitzer for their efforts.
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John Murray tells us why he uses Lucas Marine products.
Lucas Pro John Murray tells us why he uses Lucas Marine products for his boat motor.
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John Murray tells us why he uses Lucas Marine products
Lucas Marine Pro Bass Angler tells us why he uses Lucas Marine products.