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Walmart hosting National Fishing and Boating Week kick off events
Fishermen enjoying one of America's favorite outdoor sports. Image by Knoxville Daily Sun.
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KNOXVILLE — Fishing experts will be on hand at area Walmarts June 3-5 to provide tips and tricks and offer giveaways for families to help them enjoy one of America’s favorite outdoor sports in June. The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation’s (RBFF) Take Me Fishing™ and Vamos A Pescar™ campaigns have joined forces with Walmart®, South Bend® and Fishing League Worldwide (FLW) to celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW) with a kickoff event hosted by area Walmarts. The #ReelFun events will help seasoned anglers, those new to the sport and anyone in between prepare for summer fun on the water.
Area Walmarts will provide an opportunity for newcomers of all ages and skill levels to learn tips on fishing tackle and techniques firsthand from expert FLW anglers. You will have the opportunity to test your casting skills, enter to win prizes, purchase a fishing license and play fishing-related games. Attendees will also receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and a free protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
“We want to make fishing and boating accessible and fun for everyone,” said Frank Peterson, president and CEO, RBFF. “By partnering with Walmart, South Bend and FLW, we’ve made it easier than ever for people to get equipped to get out on the water with their families this summer.”
Anglers across the country also have the opportunity to enter the “Reel in a Trip to Amelia Island” sweepstakes on South Bend’s Facebook page. By uploading a photo along with a few words about why they love fishing or sharing their favorite fishing story, participants will have the chance to win an all-expense paid, three-night vacation for four at an oceanfront resort in Amelia Island, Fla., which includes a fishing excursion with Mike D, the host of “South Bend’s Lunkerville,” television show. The fishing trip with the winners will be featured in a future broadcast of the show.
“National Fishing and Boating Week is the perfect time to get involved in fishing,” said Scott Griffith, vice president of marketing for South Bend. “Whether the angler is experienced, or only gets out there occasionally for fun, this is the time of year to do it. And now it’s easier than ever for people to get all the equipment and information they need to make the fishing experience successful, affordable and fun. We’re proud to be partnering with FLW, RBFF and Walmart to make that happen.”
The Take Me Fishing™ and Vamos A Pescar™ campaigns were developed by RBFF to create awareness around boating, fishing and conservation, and educate people about the benefits of participation. The campaigns also encourage outdoor enthusiasts to help conserve the nation’s waterways.
“FLW anglers are the most dedicated, knowledgeable and passionate anglers in the world,” said Trisha Blake, president of marketing for FLW. “Our volunteers are thrilled to share their knowledge and help spread the joy of fishing in more than 1,000 Walmart stores this year to kick off National Fishing and Boating Week. If you want to learn how to catch fish on your local lake or river, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.”
Take Me Fishing and Vamos A Pescar help boaters and anglers of all ages and experience levels learn, plan and equip for a day on the water. The campaign websites, TakeMeFishing.org, and VamosAPescar.org, feature how-to videos, information on how to get a fishing license and boat registration, and an interactive state-by-state map that allows visitors to find local boating and fishing spots.
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Event Schedule for Knoxville, Alcoa/Maryville, Oak Ridge, Sevierville:
Friday, June 03, 2016
Walmart, 2501 University Commons Way (UT Campus)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Robbie Welsh at Walmart on Friday, June 03, 2016 at 2:00 PM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Friday, June 03, 2016
Walmart, 6777 Clinton Highway (North Knoxville)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Shane Sloan at Walmart on Friday, June 03, 2016 at 12:00 PM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Friday, June 03, 2016
Walmart, 7420 Chapman Highway (South Knoxville)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Shane Sloan at Walmart on Friday, June 03, 2016 at 3:00 PM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Friday, June 03, 2016
Walmart, 7550 Norris Freeway (Oak Ridge)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Shane Sloan at Walmart on Friday, June 03, 2016 at 10:00 AM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Friday, June 03, 2016
Walmart, 7373 S. Illinois Ave (Oak Ridge)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Robbie Welsh at Walmart on Friday, June 03, 2016 at 10:00 AM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Saturday, June 04, 2016
Walmart, 3051 Kinzel Way (East Town)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Shane Sloan at Walmart on Saturday, June 04, 2016 at 5:00 PM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Saturday, June 04, 2016
Walmart, 2410 US Highway 411 S (Maryville)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Shane Sloan at Walmart on Saturday, June 04, 2016 at 12:00 PM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Saturday, June 04, 2016
Walmart, 1030 Hunters Crossing (Alcoa)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Shane Sloan at Walmart on Saturday, June 04, 2016 at 10:00 AM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Sunday, June 05, 2016
Walmart, 10900 Parkside Drive (Turkey Creek)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Shane Sloan at Walmart on Sunday, June 05, 2016 at 12:00 PM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Sunday, June 05, 2016
Walmart, 8445 Walbrook Drive (Cedar Bluff)
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Shane Sloan at Walmart on Sunday, June 05, 2016 at 3:00 PM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Sunday, June 05, 2016
Walmart, 1414 Parkway, Sevierville
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with expert fishing tips from Fishing League Worldwide angler Brandon Henderson at Walmart on Sunday, June 05, 2016 at 4:00 PM and enjoy some #ReelFun on the water this summer. Test your casting skills, enter to win a trip to Amelia Island, and receive a free digital subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine and protective fishing license holder just for stopping by.
Published May 26, 2016 |