Getting Started In Tournaments

Getting Started In Tournaments

Since I began my career as a full-time angler in 1979, I’ve come to associate this time of year with fishing shows. Going to a show is a great way to spend a winter’s day — you can check out the latest tackle, shop for a new boat, and catch some great seminars. They’re also places to get the scoop on the year’s upcoming tournaments
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Getting Started In Tournaments

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