The Toyota Texas Bass Classic (TTBC) and Evan Williams Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, the country's second largest selling Bourbon brand, have announced a two-year partnership that positions Evan Williams as the official bourbon of the Toyota Texas Bass Classic. As part of this partnership, Evan Williams' branded concessions area will be one of the highlights of the expo area. The TTBC will be held October 16 - 18 at Lake Conroe in Montgomery, Texas.

The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009, sending the most significant collection of conservation measures to come before Congress in a quarter of a century to President Obama for his signature.

"Your fly is open" has a whole new meaning now. And closing it no longer takes a "zip" but a flip.  At least that's the case with the new William Joseph "Surge" fanny pack, featuring magnetic pouch closures for one-hand opening and closing.

Cabela's and Pepsi have teamed up for the "Thirst for Adventure" sweepstakes, which runs until May 31, 2009. This on-cup promotion offers Pepsi drinkers a chance to win one of 50 Gift Cards worth $1,000 in top-quality gear, clothing and equipment from Cabela's, the World's Foremost Outfitter.

Berkley Pro Skeet Reese of Auburn, California, launched himself into the spotlight with his Angler of the Year title in 2007, but recently Reese hoisted bass fishing's greatest piece of hardware, the Bassmaster Classic trophy. On March 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Reese will be making a guest appearance at Bass Pro Shops in Grapevine, Texas. The Berkley pro will be on hand to sign autographs and chat with fishing enthusiasts of all ages.

68 collegiate anglers from 12 universities throughout the state of Texas converged on Stillhouse Hollow Reservoir just outside of Killeen, Texas this past weekend to determine which Texas school has the best collegiate bass fishing program in the Lonestar state. Motivated by school pride and a strong desire to fish competitively, these anglers fished for bragging rights and prizes provided by several tournament sponsors.

As the weekend progressed, the temperatures on Lake Amistad warmed up and so did Jason Williamson. The third-year BASS pro from Aiken, South Carolina, shoved aside consistency and posted a backbreaking total of more than 68 pounds through the final two days, which was enough to advance from 38th position to third heading into Day 3, then secure his first BASS victory and the accompanying $100,000 top prize Sunday at the 2009 Bassmaster Elite Series season opener, the OPTIMA Batteries Battle on the Border.

The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday failed to achieve the two-thirds majority needed to pass a landmark public lands protection bill that would have ensured access and opportunity for hunters and anglers today and for generations to come.

Collegiate anglers representing universities throughout Texas will visit Killeen, Texas March 12-14 to contest the 2009 LoneStar Spring Breakout event at Stillhouse Hollow Lake. The tournament is sanctioned by the Association of Collegiate Anglers (ACA) and will be featured on Versus this fall as part of the BoatU.S. Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship television series. Lonestar Sports Network will also produce a 1 hour special featuring collegiate bass fishing, utilizing this event as the backdrop.

Sea Center Texas is seeking help in naming two of its popular fish, a Queensland grouper and a green moray eel. Visitors and fish lovers are asked to submit name suggestions through March 25, 2009, by visiting the Sea Center Texas visitor center at 300 Medical Drive or on-line via the TPWD Web site.