Get ready for some exciting news, fishing enthusiasts! One lucky angler will reel in the ultimate prize this Saturday – a brand-new bass boat package valued at $65,000!
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting a live drawing at the Bobby Lane High School Cup Bass Fishing Tournament in Lake Wales on December 7th. This giveaway celebrates 12 successful seasons of the TrophyCatch program, which rewards anglers who contribute to bass conservation efforts in Florida.
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Dream Boat Package
The grand prize is a dream come true for any angler:
- Phoenix Bass Boat Pro 819
- 200 horsepower Mercury Marine motor
- Lowrance HDLive electronics
- Ghost Trolling Motor
- Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchor System
The boat is wrapped in eye-catching graphics by Florida-based company WrapThis, promoting the TrophyCatch program.
“This incredible boat package is made possible through the support of companies like Phoenix Bass Boats and Mercury Marine, who share our passion for bass fishing and conservation,” said Tom Graef, director of FWC’s Division of Freshwater Fisheries Management. “We are thrilled to celebrate 12 years of success with the TrophyCatch program and to reward one lucky angler with this amazing prize!”
The drawing will take place on Saturday, December 7th, immediately following the 2 p.m. weigh-in at the Bobby Lane High School Cup Bass Fishing Tournament. The event will be held at Camp Mack, a Guy Harvey Lodge, Marina & RV Resort in Lake Wales.
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Five finalists will be randomly selected from TrophyCatch registrants and club winners. The final draw will determine the grand prize winner. You can find the names of the finalists on the TrophyCatch Facebook page.
The Bobby Lane Cup is an annual nonprofit youth tournament that raises funds for educational scholarships for high school seniors passionate about bass fishing.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to witness the drawing and celebrate the spirit of fishing and conservation!
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