TENNESSEE WATERS BENEFIT FROM IMPROVEMENTS MADE FOR NEW "BILL DANCE SIGNATURE LAKES" INITIATIVE
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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anglers will see major improvements across Tennessee lakes this spring as part of the new Bill Dance Signature Lakes initiative, just as thousands make their trek to Knoxville for the annual Bassmaster Classic beginning March 24. Often dubbed the "Super Bowl of Bass Fishing," the Classic brings anglers to Knoxville for the second time since 2019. Visitors can stop by the "Bill Dance Signature Lakes" booth at the Expo on Saturday, March 25 between 1:00 and 6:00 p.m. for a chance to meet and greet the legendary fisherman, Bill Dance, who serves as the inspiration behind the Signature Lakes program.
Key Points:
- Often dubbed the "Super Bowl of Bass Fishing," the Classic brings anglers to Knoxville for the second time since 2019.
- Bill Dance Signature Lakes is a collaborative effort between Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Tennessee State Parks and Tennessee Department of Tourist Development to improve and enhance Tennessee Lakes, increase visitation and honor Dance's legacy.
- The multi-agency partnership has committed more than $15 million to improvements — both above and below the water — at lakes bearing Tennessee icon Bill Dance's stamp of approval.
- Tennessee is home to half-a-million acres of lakes and 1.84 million people who fish, according to the American Sportfishing Association .