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Lowrance LSS-1 StructureScan High Definition Sonar System with Transducer

MSRP: $599

Part#: 000-0132-06

Presenting the most incredible tool for improving fishing success ever devised by Lowrance, and an add-on option for all HDS displays. With years of developing and testing, to make it right and make it more, Lowrance StructureScan™ sonar imaging takes fish- and structure-finding to the highest level of viewing detail ever achieved.

It's the first to give you full and phenomenal panoramic underwater sonar imaging with picture-perfect viewing. Scans left…scans right…[6790] AND for the first time with a dedicated transducer array, scans straight down from your boat like no other can or does! The whole, big picture that removes all guesswork. So you spend more productive time fishing, with the greatest clarity, highest detail and brightest viewing, with bonus features at no extra cost.

StructureScan sonar imaging is an easy-to-use, easy-to-have performance expansion system option for all Lowrance HDS® 5-, 7-, 8- and 10-inch models. With built-in advantages like Broadband Sounder™ and Insight mapping, plus add-on options such as NMEA 2000® networking, SIRIUS® weather - and now StructureScan™ sonar imaging - safer navigation and structure- and fish-finding has never been faster, easier and more rewarding than with HDS®.

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Hampton Anderson and Harrison Bramlette Crowned First South Carolina High School Fishing State Champions

March 29, 2011 – The rain and fog settled on Lake Koewee near Seneca, S.C., as the first SC High School Fishing State Championship came to a close. The dynamic duo from the TL Hanna High School Yellow Jackets brought in a 5 bass limit that tipped the scales at 15lbs 7ounces, with a solid 4lb 14ounces kicker. The champions were awarded a $1,000 scholarship to be split $500 a person, to Clemson University, provided they wish to attend; they both plan on and look forward to attending. The money was donated by the Clemson University College Bass Fishing Club from fundraising efforts and winnings from the FLW college series. Read More

Dover, AR Student Angler Club Spotlight

Club name: Dover Youth Fishing
Date Club Began: May 2009
School Name & Mascot: Dover Public Schools , Pirate
City/State: Dover, Arkansas
Club Website: doveryouthfishing.com
Club Mentor: Ray Scheide
Club President: Blake Beck
Number of members: 75
How often does your club meet? 2 times a month
How did your club get started? Ray & Michelle Scheide wanted to put a team together for the High School World Championship. They went to the high school and spoke with youths in 8th – 12th grade. 28 High School Anglers signed up to fish the World Championship. They met once a week over the next couple of months to raise money and prepare for the tournament. It was such a success that those youth went back to school and told their friends. Ray & Michelle were getting so many calls about joining that they opened it up to youth 11yr – 18yrs so that the youths could fish the National Guard Jr. Championship. The club is up to 75 youth anglers and 30 boat Captains.

Club’s favorite lake and why? Lake Dardanelle, because its in our back yard.

Describe TBF tournaments, community service and/or conservation projects your club has or plans to have? Our club will be sending 42 youths to the Arkansas Jr. State championship, We will have 12 teams in the Arkansas High School State Tournament and 15 teams in the High School World Championship. We also hold 6 youth club tournaments, a Big Buck Contest, and a Turkey hunt challenge.

We had our first conservation project last September where the club went to Lake Dardanelle to pick up trash and clean up about a mile of shoreline. Our next conservation project is scheduled in April.
In June we are planning a benefit tournament.

Has your club done any fundraising? Yes we sell Solar Bat sunglasses and Blue & Gold Sausage Co.
Any local sponsors that help support your club? Bassmafiatackle.com, PDQ, Taylor Oil, Shred-It, Mossbackrack.com, Yamaha Motors, ConAgra Foods, Denali Custom Rods, Beacon Tire- cooper Tire, Bailey Electric, Sugar Creek Foods, NWTF, Ray Dotson Logging, Blackkat Creations, Hartzell Photography, Hull Construction, CenturyLink
Where do you get your volunteer boaters from? Local Bass Clubs, Teachers, Family (dads, brothers, grandfathers)
Tell us something unique about your club! We are mentored by a Professional FLW Angler Ray Scheide

Steve Cagle - Louisiana Co-Angler

Name: Steve Cagle
Age: 55
Hometown: Farmerville, LA.
State Federation: Louisiana
Division: Central
Occupation: Salesman
Family Members: 2 daughters Danielle Cagle, Michelle Cagle Foster, 5 Grandchildren
Fishing Strengths/Techniques: Love a Carolina Rig, comfortable in most any condition
Favorite body of water to fish: Darbonne lake in Farmerville, LA
What has it taken for you to get this far in your fishing career? Guess you can say I have spent my time on the water, was lucky to have had a father that enjoyed fishing and an older brother, Ross, also a Federation Member, to fish with a lot. I’ve been tournament fishing for the better part of 35 years now, fished lots of different types of water and terrain.

Bruce Acox - New Hampshire Angler

Name: Bruce Acox
Age: 45
Hometown: Raymond
State Federation: New Hampshire
Division: Eastern
Occupation: Contractor
Family Members: Wife, Cheryl & Daughter, Savannah
Fishing Strengths/Techniques: Pitching jigs, power fishing
Favorite body of water to fish: Champlain
What has it taken for you to get this far in your fishing career? Many hours and years of fishing

Don Gagnon - NH Co-Angler

Name: Don Gagnon
Age: 44
Hometown: New Boston New Hampshire
State Federation: New Hampshire
Division: Eastern
Occupation: Route Driver (HP HOOD) /New Boston Handyman services (Owner)
Family Members: Wife – Kristine, Son – Taylor, Daughter - Kaylee
Fishing Strengths/Techniques: Finesse, flipping,
Favorite body of water to fish: Lake Champlain, Lake Ossipee,
What has it taken for you to get this far in your fishing career?
Lots of support from my family and 11 years fishing at the Federation level.

Greg Alexander - DE Angler

Name: Greg Alexander
Age: 49
Hometown: Hebron, MD
State Federation: Delaware
Division: Mid-Atlantic
Occupation: Contractor
Family Members: Terri, Greg Jr., Jennifer
Fishing Strengths/Techniques: Ability to change on the fly. I tend to do better with less practice, because I don’t get stuck on an old pattern. If I could catch every fish on a jig, I would be happy. But, I am not afraid to fish any bait or pattern, and believe I am very proficient in any technique. I’m just as comfortable with 8# test as I am with 65# braid.
Favorite body of water to fish: Potomac River or Champlain (fish factories)
What has it taken for you to get this far in your fishing career? I’ve been doing this for about 24 years. So, a lot of time on the water and dedication to doing what it takes to win. I’m very driven and am never happy with 2nd place. The support of my wife and family are very important to me, and a little blessing from above goes a long way to being successful at this or anything else in life.

Herman Vining - SC Angler

Name: Herman Vining
Age: 39
Hometown: Gilbert,SC
State Federation: South Carolina TBF
Division: Southern Division
Occupation: Owner Vining’s Lawn & landscaping INC
Family Members: wife Sandy , son J.T., daughter Avery
Fishing Strengths/Techniques: Jig(pj lures),Sight fishing, finesse
Favorite body of water to fish: Lake Murray
What has it taken for you to get this far in your fishing career? Support from wife and children and time on water with father. Support from sponsors along the way to stay on the cutting edge.

Jason Bacon - MA Co-Angler

Name: Jason Bacon
Age: 26
Hometown: Billerica, MA
State Federation: Massachusetts
Division: Eastern
Occupation: Plumber
Fishing Strengths/Techniques: Power Fishing
Favorite body of water to fish: Lake Champlain

Robert Robinson - AL Angler

Name: Robert Robinson
Age: 43
Hometown: Mobile
State Federation: Alabama
Division: Southern
Occupation: Taxidermist
Family Members: Wife: Jennifer; Daughters: Ann and Victoria
Fishing Strengths/Techniques: Jigs and Crankbaits
Favorite body of water to fish: Mobile Delta

Robert Hime - NE Angler

Name: Robert Hime
Age: 45
Hometown: Odessa, MO
State Federation: Nebraska
Division: Central
Occupation: Maintenance Manager
Family Members: (WIFE) Lanette (SON) Josh (DAUGHTER) Nicole (SON) Robbie (SON) Logan
Fishing Strengths/Techniques: I love to fish the smaller finesse jigs and the large spinner baits in the fall. I grew up fishing bass in southern California so I do pretty well with the finesse side of fishing and large swim baits.
Favorite body of water to fish: Grand Lake, ok
What has it taken for you to get this far in your fishing career? It takes a lot of time on the water and a very understanding family. I think being comfortable with the different techniques has allowed me to adapt to different waters which you encounter in this style format. I also think the love of the outdoors and never give up attitude has propelled me to this point also.

Todd Currie - Ontario Angler

Name: Todd Currie
Age: 47 yikes! Feel like 27!!!
Hometown: Arkell, Ontario, Canada
State Federation: CBAF - Canadian Bass Anglers Federation
Division: Eastern
Occupation: Owner – Vehicle Graphics Company
Family Members: Wife – Lisa. Daughter - Jordan
Fishing Strengths/Techniques: Hard to say, I like being versatile. Love fishing deep off my electronics.
Favorite body of water to fish: Great Lakes Smallmouth
What has it taken for you to get this far in your fishing career? A friend introduced me to organized tournaments 5 or 6 years ago…That was it, I was hooked. I have a very supportive wife, great fishing friends and a little sponsor help.

April

8-9: Tennessee High School Fishing State Championship - Dayton, TN - Lake Chickamauga - View Press Release

9-10: Murray State Open/Kentucky High School Fishing State Championship: Hardin, KY, Kentucky/Barkley Lake - View Press Release

12-16: TBF Federation National Championship: Nickajack Lake - Kimball, Tennessee - Event Schedule & Info | Championship Contender Field

16-17: Alabama High School Fishing State Championship: Decatur, AL - Wheeler Lake - View Press Release

27-29: TBF Northwest Division Championship, Presented by Cabela’s, Columbia River, Hood River, Oregon - View Checksheet

29-30: Oregon High School Fishing State Championship - Hood River, OR, Columbia River - View Press Release

May

1: Idaho High School Fishing State Championship: Mountain Home, ID - CJ Strike Reservoir - View Press Release

4-6: TBF Southwest Division Championship, Presented by Lowrance, Lake Powell, Bull Frog, Utah - View Checksheet

6-7: Arkansas High School Fishing State Championship, North Little Rock, AR, Arkansas River - View Press Release

6-7: Utah High School Fishing State Championship: Lake Powell, UT - Bull Frog Marina - View Press Release

14: Missouri & Nebraska High School Fishing State Championships - Lake of the Ozarks, MO - View Story

21: Texas High School Fishing State Championship - Lake Lavon, Allen, TX - View Story

21: Virginia & North Carolina High School Fishing State Championships - Bugg's Island, VA - View Story