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TENNESSEE FISHING & HUNTING GUIDE 1805 Amarillo Ln Knoxville, TN 37922 865-693-7468 J.L. & Lin Stepp Publishers Serving Tennessee Since 1990 BENTON SHOOTERS SUPPLY The Largest Shooters Supply Store In The South! WWW.BENTONSHOOTERS.COM 423-338-2008 Hwy 411, Benton, TN 37307 Mon - Sat 9am - 6pm HUNTING & FISHING SUPPLIES - GUNS - AMMO ARCHEREY EQUIPMENT - SAFES OUTDOOR CLOTHING FOR MEN/WOMEN/CHILDREN Our E-mail: steppcom@aol.com Send us your pictures! ABOUT THE COVER Heather Cox displays a braggin size smallmouth caught on Cherokee Lake out of Gilmore Dock. Summer fishing is in full gear on Tennessee lakes and night-fishing and stream fishing offer opportunities to escape the heat. Take the family out on Tennessee waters this weekend! Photo courtesy Gilmlor Dock. Rutledge, TN 865-767-2177 Fish & Hunt Tennessee! Long guns and handguns: Over 2,000 guns in stock! Ammo and supplies for every shooting need. Introduce A Kid To Fishing! 2 KEEP OUR TENNESSEE LAKES CLEAN

WATTS BAR LAKE 4 CORNERS MARKET Intersection of Hwys 58 & 68, Decatur, TN * Gotzza Pizza - Subs - Salad - Wings (Delicious & Best @ Prices) Call In or Carry Out * Hunting & Fishing Licenses * Live Bait & Fishing Supplies * Cigarettes - Beer - Groceries * 100% Ethanol-Free Gas (grades 87 & 93) OPEN 7 DAYS - Big Game Checking Station 423-334-9518 * Groceries * Deli - Take-Out * Pizza * 100% Gas - no ethanol * Live Bait * Worms * Beer * Ice * Lottery * Propane * Minnows Mini Me wrestled this big catfish in below Watts Bar Dam. Photo courtesy Watts Bar Bait & Tackle. Federal Legislation Introduced for Funding to Conserve Species in Greatest Need NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has received notification that a bill introduced in the United States Congress could annually dedicate funds from the development of energy and mineral resources on federal lands and waters to state fish and wildlife agencies. J & S Pawn Shop 1008 River Road, Decatur, TN 37322 (423) 334-3468 * New & Used Guns & Ammo * Gun Accessories * We buy gold and silver * Fishing Supplies & much more! OPEN: Mon-Sat 9am - 5pm The introduction of the bill has been an effort in progress that the TWRA and other state wildlife agencies have (Con t on p. 14) INRODUCE A KID TO FISHING! NOW! VIEW THIS MAGAZINE IN COLOR ONLINE AT WWW.TNFHG.COM 3

WATTS BAR LAKE * Fishing Equipment * Tackle * Live Bait * Open Mon - Sat 423-365-2266 290 Whites Creek Road Spring City, TN 37381 Ph: (423)365-9521 Fax:(423)365-0921 1190 Whites Creek Rd - Spring City, TN 37381 * Lodging For Any Need * Plus New Floating Covered Docks www.whitescreekmarina.com Vic and Chris from the land down under with a big catch of catfish. Photo Watts Bar Bait & Tackle. 4 SUNDAY EVENING FISHING TOURNAMENT Tom Fuller Park - 4 PM - 8 PM - James Gann 865-898-0015

WATTS BAR LAKE Watts Bar Bait and Tackle 1831 State Hwy 68W Decatur, TN 37322 423-334-4286 LIVE BAIT - TACKLE - FISHING SUPPLIES 100% GAS - GROCERIES - DELI LICENSES - BIG GAME CHECKING STATION BEER - ICE - CIGARETTES Open 7 Days from 5am - till fish quit biting! - AMERICAN OWNED - Zack with huge striper below Watts Bar Dam. Photo courtesy Watts Bar Bait & Tackle. Spring City Resort & Marina First Choice on beautiful Watts Bar 2109 New Lake Road, Spring City, TN 37381 * Restaurant * Beach * Lakefront Cabins * RV Sites * Open & Covered Slips * Gas & Diesel Tel 423-365-5150 Fax 423-365-4290 springcitymarina.com www.kingstongunsandfirearms.com Camo Clothing - Reloading Supplies - Ground Blinds Gunsmith Services - Fishing Supplies - Zoom Worms Open: Tu - Fri 9-6 Sat 9-5 SATURDAY NIGHT TOURNAMENTS Everyone Welcome Watts Bar -Tom Fuller Park -Rockwood 7:00 pm - 2:00 am Cost: $20 Per Person call Dwight Hagler 423-593-6040 Patrick from KY with big catfish below Watts Bar dam. Photo courtesy Watts Bar Bait & Tackle. Heartland Anglers Div 23 August 5th - Watts Bar Lake Tom Fuller Park 865-599-9795 865-617-3392 5

WATTS BAR LAKE The Real Outdoor Store 522 E. Tri County Blvd. Oliver Springs, TN 37840 931-544-0136 Hunting - Fishing - Hiking - Camping Live Bait Supporters of ROA TV Visit us at www.roatv.net Open: Mon-Fri 9:30am - 6pm Sat 8am - 4pm Emma & Gavin with grandpa David - lots of crappie pulling crankbaits. Photos courtesy Barry s Guide Service. Rick from Iowa on a bass & crappie combo trip. Weather didn t cooperate, but the bass did! Rick got his 1st largemouth bass on this trip. Photo courtesy Barry s Guide Service. NBT Schedule August 6, 2016 Watts Bar Lake Tom Fuller Ramp 6 For more info call: 423-223-8624 423-223-6849

WATTS BAR LAKE Restaurant and store open every day from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. 89 octane fuel - no ethanol fishing license, live bait, marine supplies, snacks Authorized service on Evinrude and Yamaha outboards by appt. Authorized Stratos Bass Boat dealer 423-365-6484 arrowheadresort@volstate.net Brian wanted to get out and fish even in the heat, and he caught some good crappies! Photo courtesy Barry s Guide Service. Senior s Team Bass Trail August 9, 2016 Chickamauga - Dayton Dock seniorsteambasstrail.com Archery Equip & Supplies Custom made Long-Bows and Muzzleloaders Guns - Ammo - Scopes Treestands - Clothing Open: Tu - F 12-7 / Sat 12-8 Business 423-619-8739 wilkey.doa@gmail.com Mike 423-605-2299 Stacia 423-605-0116 1367 Market St. Dayton, TN 37321 TWRA and It's Commission Looking to Help Lone Oaks Farms Be A Great Outdoors Retreat for the Public Middleton, TN---Someone fortunate enough to have enjoyed a weekend retreat at Lone Oaks Farms in Hardeman County already has experienced the blend of an outdoors retreat with that of a working farm, but if all goes as hoped future trips to this 1,200-acre treasure will only get better. Administered by the U.T. Extension, a unit of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, the idea behind Lone Oaks is to make it a premier gathering place for 4-H functions, but also a (Con t on p. 9) 7

HIWASSEE / OCOEE RIVERS 8 Thonda Triplett - 24 lbs, 10 3/4 beard, 1 1/4 spurs. Photo courtesy Stoney s.

FORT LOUDON / TELLICO Photos above: striper action below Ft. Loudon Dam - all guided by FISH ON! Guided Tours. ( Lone Oaks Farms... con t from p. 7) destination for anyone who enjoys the combination of outdoors and agriculture. Lone Oaks Farms offers unlimited possibilities for what it can become, said Bobby Wilson, an assistant director for the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. Right now plans are to start building a shooting range fairly soon, but there are many small lakes on the property with great potential. The TWRA recently agreed to contribute toward the future of Lone Oaks when its 13-member governing commission approved the agency s request to distribute $2.6 million out of its federally allotted Hunter Education dollars to help pay for the first phase of a shooting range. (Con t on p. 14) 9

FORT LOUDON / TELLICO "Every cast is a new adventure!" Capt. Chadwick Ferrell Join "Fish On!" Guided Tours, Located on the Tennessee and Clinch rivers. Est. 1998. As seen on "Live at Five","Allstar Cast" and featured in Tennessee Sportsman magazine. Member: Knoxville Chamber Of Commerce in 2007. Your guide has over 24 years exp. as a LOCAL, sponsored/pro angler. We are a FULL TIME guide service, targeting ALL east Tennessee species: Trophy Striper, Trout, Catfish, Bass, Crappie, White bass, Sauger and Muskey. We fish ALL year round..great Gift Idea! Gift Certificates available. Book Today! Check us out at WWW.FISHONTOURS. COM. Contact : USCG Certified, Captain Chadwick Ferrell, 865-455-0412 Thank You and Tight Lines. 10 Guide Capt. Chadwick Ferrell gets this young angler hooked on striper fishing below Ft. Loudom Dam. Photo courtesy FISH ON! Guided Tours. This Magazine Provided To You FREE By The Advertisers Support Them With YOUR Business!

FORT LOUDON / TELLICO Global Loan & Pawn Need Cash Quick? We loan on guns, jewelry, car titles, land, boats, any item of value We Pawn, Buy & Sell We can order any gun you need, If we don t have it! (865) 988-5263 312 West Broadway, Lenoir City, TN 37771 OPEN: M - F 10-6 Sat 10-3 pawn@globalpawn.net $10.00 Off $10.00 Off $10.00 OFF ANY GUN WITH COUPON $10.00 Off $10.00 Off This big striper taken below Ft. Loudon dam. Photo courtesy FISH ON! Guided Tours. Send Us Your Hunting And Fishing Pictures! Our Email: steppcom@aol.com Support Our Advertisers With YOUR Business! Braggin size striper below Ft. Loudon Dam. Photo FISH ON! Guided Tours. 11

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FORT LOUDON / TELLICO ( Lone Oaks Farms... con t from p. 9) After watching a video about the farm last May, the Tennessee Fish & Wildlife Commission unanimously voted to expand the agency s budget and help pay for the public range on Lone Oaks in the southern portion of West Tennessee, approximately 70 miles east of Memphis. The shooting range, like all of Lone Oaks, will be open for a fee to anyone who wants to practice or just have a good time shooting, said Barry Sumners, also an assistant director for TWRA. We have been told that phase one of construction will create a shotgun range. Sumners noted, however, that several compliance permits are pending and construction will not begin until they have been approved. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is one of the agency s that must approve construction in order for the federal government to allow the $2.6 million expenditure. According to information obtained from the Lone Oaks website, the goal is for the 1,200-acre area to become the national model for connecting youth and adults to the land and using the outdoors to encourage a deep appreciation for the land, conservation, and agriculture. Lone Oaks Farm will help drive economic development in the region by offering a world-class venue for education, leisure travel, special events, and business retreats. Lone Oaks already has a diverse mixture of trails, woodlands, pastures, 16 lakes, 13 residences, and other buildings and event spaces. More information about Lone Oaks can on the farm s website at loneoaksfarm.com. -TWRA- 14 All photos above courtesy FISH ON! Guided Tours. ( Species Funding... con t from p. 3) been working toward for several years. The legislation calls for dedicating $1.3 billion annually to conserve species of greatest conservation need. The benefit would come to about $22 million for Tennessee to implement the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) and to provide funding for non-game (Con t on p. 19)

CHEROKEE LAKE Jason Childers with a big smallmouth out of Gilmore Dock. Photo Gilmore Dock. This Magazine Provided To You FREE By The Advertisers Thank Them With YOUR Business! Heather Cox with a fine Cherokee Lake smallmouth! Photo courtesy Gilmore Dock. Kelly Bowman from Johnstown OH. Photo Gilmore Dock. Stephanie Moses from VA with her 1st catch out of Gilmore Dock. Photo Gilmore Dock. Kyler, Colden, & Mark - nice striper. Photo Gilmore Dock.0 15

CHEROKEE LAKE H.B. Skelton - 25 lb, 11 beard, 1 s. in Hamblen County. Photo courtesy M & M Firearms. Jacob Daugherty (above & right) from Elizabeth, IN with his red snapper catch while on vacation. Photos Gilmore Dock. 16 Harper Ramsey with her fine catch! Photo Gilmore Dock.

DOUGLAS LAKE 1114 Douglas Dam Rd, Dandridge, TN 37725 Fishing Supplies - Live Bait - Licenses - Groceries - Deli - Take Out Open 7 Days 6am - 10pm Call In Orders Welcome! OUR DELI HAS DAILY BREAKFAST & DINNER SPECIALS AVAILABLE! Missy Browning wih a Douglas Lake catfish. Photo courtesy Missy Stiles. www.bucksnbass.net Summer Boating Season is Here Enjoy Tennessee Waters Practice Safety First Always Use PFDs! Sophie Stiles displays her Douglas Lake catch. Photo courtesy Missy Stiles. NOW! VIEW THIS MAGAZINE IN COLOR ONLINE AT WWW.TNFHG.COM 17

INDIAN CREEK MARKET & DELI 1811 Indian Creek Road Dandridge, TN 37725 OPEN 7 Days a Week 6:00 am - 9:00 pm DOUGLAS LAKE Application Period Deadline July 27 for 2016 WMA Big Game Quota Hunts Phone # 865-397-0880 Full Menu: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Take Out Ask About our Daily Specials and Desserts! Live Bait - Fishing Supplies BOAT STORAGE - BOAT REPAIRS NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is announcing that the application deadline is nearing for the 2016 Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Big Game Quota Hunts, the regular elk, youth elk, and WMA youth hunts. Entries must be submitted before midnight (CDT) on Wednesday, July 27. The WMA hunting instruction sheet lists locations and dates for each of the quota hunts along with drawing rules and regulations. Instruction sheets can be obtained and applications made for the hunts at any TWRA license agent, TWRA regional office or online at the TWRA website, www.tnwildlife.org. Mailed applications will not be processed into the drawing system. There is no fee for current Annual Sportsman License holders, Lifetime Sportsman License holders, or seniors possessing a Type 167 Annual Senior Citizen Sportsman License. For all other applicants, there is a non-refundable $12 permit fee for each drawing entered. There is a $1 agent fee for applications made at a license agent. When applying at a license agent, hunters must remain at the location while the application is processed to verify the information is correct on the receipt. 503 Hwy 25/32 White Pine, TN 37890 Fishing Supplies - Live Bait - Licenses - Breakfast Big Game Checking Station Open: M-T 6-8, F-S 6-9, Sun 7-6 For applications made on the internet, there is a $2 internet usage fee. An internet application is not complete until the applicant gets a Temporary Authorization Number, which is found on the Purchase Confirmation page. If entering multiple quota hunts, a person must pay the permit and agent fee(s) for each quota hunt application submitted. The WMA (elk hunts excluded) priority point system gives a priority point for each year a hunter participates (this year a maximum of 11 points) without being successfully drawn for a hunt. Applicants drawn for a hunt last year will start over with a priority of zero. After all the drawings are conducted, leftover permits will be sold on-line, on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning Aug. 24 at 8 a.m. (CDT). The state s eighth elk hunt will be held Oct. 17-21, 2016. As in the previous hunts, five individuals will be selected to participate. Four of the participants will be selected through a computer drawing conducted by the TWRA. The fifth participant will be the recipient of a permit that is donated to a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), which this year 18 Send us your hunting & fishing photos: email to steppcom@aol.com (Con t on p. 19)

( WMA Quota Hunts... con t from p. 18) is the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation. That permit will be awarded to the successful bidder in an ebay auction to be held July 28-Aug. 7. Additionally, five new archery only permits were added. Archery hunt dates are Oct. 3-7, 2016. NORRIS LAKE For the fifth year, a Young Sportsman Elk Hunt will be held Oct. 22-23. Those applying must be ages 13-16 years old at the time of the hunt. Youth who submit an application for the regular elk quota hunt are not permitted to apply for the youth elk hunt. ---TWRA--- 2016 Application Period for Peregrine Falcon Trapping for Falconry Usage Is Underway NASHVILLE --- The 2016 application period for the trapping of a peregrine falcon to be used in falconry is underway, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has announced. The TWRA will award this permit to the winner of a draw to be held on Wednesday, Aug. 31. Falconers may go to TWRA s website under the Hot Topics section and locate the print-ready application and also view the requirements. Resident and non-resident master and general falconers are eligible for participation in the draw. Completed applications must be postmarked by Wednesday, Aug. 10. SOUTHERN OUTDOORS 2089 Hwy 25 E, Tazewell. TN (423) 626-7388 Live Bait - Fishing, Hunting, Archery Supplies Groceries - Snacks - Ice - Discount Tobacco 100% Ethanol-Free Gas - Diesel Fishing & Hunting Licenses Big Game Checking Station OPEN 7 DAYS Peregrine falcons may only be taken under the authority of the drawn permit from counties located in the TWRA s Region I (West Tennessee). This marks the sixth year that a permit will be issued in Tennessee. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service awarded Tennessee its first permit allowing the trapping of one Peregrine falcon for the use in falconry in 2011. The population of Peregrine falcons, through state and federal conservation efforts, has recovered enough since their near-extinction in the early 20th century to allow for a limited take of these birds for the use in falconry. For more information, contact Walter Cook at walter.cook@tn.gov or (615) 781-6647. ( Species Funding... con t from p.14) animals. ---TWRA--- This legislation does not create a new tax, but rather reallocates existing revenue generated from energy production on federal lands and waters, said Ed Carter, TWRA Executive Director. With support from energy companies and a broad coalition of industry and non-governmental partners, we re hopeful this legislation will be well-received by (Con t on p. 22) 19

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WATAUGA / SOUTH HOLSTON Brummitt s Bait & Tackle Live Bait 423-895-8161 746 Hwy 321 Hampton, TN 37658 Big brother Daniel with rainbow trout on Holston River. Photo courtesy email submission. 10 BUI Arrests Made During 2016 Operation Dry Water NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency participated in the eighth annual Operation Dry Water weekend which has been held the weekend prior to the July 4 holiday since its inception. Operation Dry Water is a national weekend of Boating Under the Influence (BUI) awareness and enforcement campaign directed toward reducing alcohol and drug-related accidents and fatalities. It is held at the time to give BUI enforcement high visibility during the peak boating season. Reports from the TWRA s four regions indicated 10 boating BUI arrests across the state, the (Con t on p. 22) 21

WATAUGA / S HOLSTON / BOONE ( BUI Arrests... con t from p. 21) same number as recorded in 2015 during the weekend. TWRA boating officers inspected 4,078 vessels, issued 175 citations, 113 warnings, and assisted 94 boaters. There were four injury accidents and three property damage accidents reported. Indoor Shooting Range - Keeping You On Target 118 First Avenue, Hampton, TN 37658 Phone: 423-896-7123 Open: Mon - Sat 10-6 Sun 1-6 WE HAVE LAYAWAY! TWRA officials remind all those who visit the state s waterways for the July 4 holiday to be safe for what is annually one of the busiest boating times of the year. TWRA officials emphasize the use of personal flotation devices (PFDs) while boating in a safe and responsible manner. The TWRA wants all those who visit the waterways to have an enjoyable time. However, TWRA officers will be on the watch for dangerous boating behavior, such as BUI operators and other reckless operation. ---TWRA--- mem( Species Funding... con t from p. 19) bers of Congress. Through hunting and fishing license fees, hunters and fishermen have long been the mainstay of funding for non-game animals. I have no doubt the anglers and hunters across the state will welcome this additional help in securing needed financial assistance. Carter went on to say the primary intent of this legislation is to keep animals off the endangered species list and to provide for sound management. For an animal to become listed as endangered it is obviously in peril, but that action (Con t on p. 23) 22 Watch out for those jaws! This big snapper caught on Holston River. Photo courtesy email submission.

DALE HOLLOW LAKE ( Species Funding... con t from p. 22) can also inadvertently alter management for other non-listed species as well as overall management for any land or water-related uses. Congressman Don Young (R-AK) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) introduced the bipartisan Recovering America s Wildlife Act (HR5650). The bill reflects the recommendation of the Blue Ribbon Panel on Sustaining America s Diverse Fish and Wildlife Resources which released its final report in March 2016. The funding would be deposited in the existing but unfunded Wildlife Conservation Restoration (Con t on p. 24) Horse Creek Dock & Resort 703 Horse Creek Dock Road, Celina, TN 38551 931-243-2125 * COTTAGES * BOAT RENTALS * FISHING SUPPLIES * BAIT * ICE - GROCERIES 23

DALE HOLLOW LAKE Boat Parking With Elec. Hook-ups Wireless Internet Security Cameras - FACILITIES FOR SALE - - Dale Hollow Fishing Report - courtesy Sportsman s Lodge Motel Smallmouth Bass: Several smallmouths are being caught early in the morning and late in the afternoon on topwater baits. Largemouth: Several largemouths are being caught on cloudy days on buzz baits around shallow vegetation/weeds. Walleye: Lots of walleyes are being caught while fishing at night using jerkbaits on points in 10 feet of water. Bluegill and Shellcracker: Lots of bluegill and shellcracker are being caught on crickets and night crawlers fishing gravel pockets on 5 feet of water For more information go go www.huntfishbuddy.com ( Species Funding... con t from p. 23) subaccount under Pittman-Robertson. In addition to providing much needed funding to effectively implement State Wildlife Action Plans, the Wildlife Conservation Restoration (pro 24 (Con t on p. 29)

PAY LAKE FISHING Jeremy Shawn - 37 lbs 2 oz Saundra - 15 lbs 8 oz James Young - 25 lbs Saundra - 11 lbs 4 oz Branden - 17 lbs 9 oz Larry Gilmore - 23 lbs 12 oz 25

PAY LAKE FISHING Cameron - 15 lbs 2 oz Jesse James - 10 lbs 9 oz Peggy Mallard - 31 lbs 9 oz 26 Tommy Sharpe Sr - 28 lbs 1 oz Tommy Sharpe Sr - 16 lbs 4 oz Sterling - 38 lbs 8 oz

PAY LAKE FISHING Timmy McCullough - 17 lbs 3 oz Tommy Sharpe Jr - 23 lbs 5 oz Brendan Graham - 8 lbs Dylan - 13 lbs 13 oz. Cameron with big cat. Cameron - 20 lbs 27

PAY LAKE FISHING Gallatin Pay Lake 1035 Old State Hwy 109 N. Gallatin, Tenn. 37066 615-230-0456 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 7:00 AM TO 7:00 AM (CASH ONLY) $10.00 per person Children 10 and under fish on Paid Adult ticket ($2.00 per lb to keep fish) FISH WEIGHING 10 LBS AND UNDER SOLD NO FISH SOLD AFTER 9:00 pm CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY TILL 7AM BAIT SHOP CLOSES AT 9:00 PM, BRING YOUR BAIT PAY AT DROP BOX AFTER 9:00 PM TO 7:00AM NO TREBLE HOOKS TWO POLE LIMIT BAIT AND LIGHT TACKLE AVAILABLE SNACKS AND SODAS Tommy Sharpe Sr - 20 lbs 8 oz 6/15/16. Photo courtesy Gallatin Pay Lake. 28 Tommy Sharpe Sr - 20 lbs 1 oz 6/18/16. Tommy Sharpe Sr - 16 lbs 8 oz 6/15/16. Tommy Sharpe Sr - 16 lbs 6 oz 6/18.

CENTER HILL LAKE ( Species Funding... con t from p. 24) gram can also be used for conservation education and wildlifedependent recreation. If passed into law, this would be the largest infusion of funding for state-based fish and wildlife conservation in a generation. The next step in the process is to secure bipartisan co-sponsors of the bill. A legislative team that includes staff from Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA) and the National Wildlife Federation and Congressional Sportsman s Foundation has developed a list of members to target for co-sponsorship. Robert Smith - 5 lb largemouth. Photo courtesy Meadow Park Lake. Those two organizations have asked for the public s help to reach out and encourage members of Congress to co-sponsor the bill. ---TWRA--- 29

OLD HICKORY LAKE Jim Summers got these 22 & 23 walleyes (L) and 20.5 largemouth (R) fishng at night on Dale Hollow with David Clark. Photos courtesy Jim Summers. 30 Samuel Hanson & his dad David Hanson won 2nd Place in the recent Legacy FOMNTT tournament on Old Hickory Lake. Their 5 fish limit weighed 10.81 lbs. Photo Jim Summers.

OLD HICKORY LAKE 8/27/2016 Old Hickory Sanders Ferry 31

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