The world’s largest tournament-fishing organization has teamed up with the nation’s most time-honored military branch. This week the National Guard extended its partnership with FLW Outdoors in a union to spread awareness of the national commitment of our serviceman and women to outdoor enthusiasts throughout the world. This project hopes to give back to the soldiers and veterans through an opportunity to engage in fishing events, and to encourage people to explore the opportunity of serving their country.
“We are both honored and proud to have the opportunity to continue our long-standing partnership with the National Guard,” said Trisha Blake, president of FLW Outdoors Marketing Division. “The impact they have had on the growth of our sport has been remarkable. What the National Guard men and women do each day to serve and protect our communities, country and the world is something we should all be thankful for. We look forward to further building upon our unique partnership as we continue to educate our constituents about the opportunities that serving in the National Guard present as well as honoring those that have served with our soldier appreciation tournaments.”
As part of this partnership the National Guard will continue to serve as the title sponsor of National Guard FLW College Fishing, solidifying its commitment to bringing high-end tournament fishing to campuses across the country. It will also be the title sponsor of the National Guard FLW Walleye Tour, the world’s premier walleye tournament circuit. The Guard will continue to sponsor The Bass Federation (TBF) Junior World Championship and the TBF National Championship while serving as the presenting sponsor for the Walmart FLW Tour events on Lake Chickamauga and the Potomac River during the 2011 season.
The National Guard will also be a vital component of the newly launched FLW Outdoors Wounded Heroes Fishing program. The program connects FLW Outdoors member volunteers with wounded veterans for a day of fishing. The program was launched earlier in 2011 and has seen incredible participation throughout the country.