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Posted by: bassparagus Posted on: 09/24/14 at 04:00:46
congrats Jim!

Posted by: Larry S. Posted on: 09/23/14 at 23:58:44
Very nice!! Well deserved!!!

Posted by: Y2SAYS Posted on: 09/23/14 at 02:45:23
Way to go Jim!

Posted by: Castman
Posted on: 09/22/14 at 18:28:10

Thankx Guys. I am definitely proud of this honor, but not for the reason you might think. I'm proud of it because it means that they have recognized that thousands of special kids and hundreds of wounded warriors have had the opportunity to enjoy fishing. It also recognizes the fact that thousands of volunteers, like the ones in WBC, have volunteered their time and their expertise to make it happen.

I really don't do that much. I just facilitate. the volunteers make it happen and the kids make it special.

Thank you all!!!!

Posted by: karl7feet - Ex Member Posted on: 09/20/14 at 05:45:46
Nice going Jim! Always knew you were a quality guy. Here is the address for the Fresh Water Fishing page, just go down to the "2015 Press Release" blue button on the right to see the newest inductees and to see the write-up they have for Jim. http://www.freshwater-fishing.org/

Posted by: Rodney H
Posted on: 09/20/14 at 03:40:19

Jim Owens – Washington

For more than twenty-five years, Jim Owens has been instrumental in introducing the sport of fishing to children. The charity that he founded, “Catch a Special Thrill” Foundation (C.A.S.T.), was inspired by his deep desire to join volunteers who love to fish with special needs populations for a day of fishing in the outdoors. In 2011 Owens further expanded the mission of the foundation by establishing the “Take A Warrior Fishing Program.” This program was designed to support military personnel and their families, specifically targeting persons assigned to Warrior Transition Commands. Owen served as President of the Washington State BASS Federation for 10 years and has twice been named the BASS National Federation Man of the Year for his work with Youth, Conservation, and warm water fishing issues in Washington State. He was instrumental in the development of the Washington State Warm Water Enhancement Stamp. He was appointed to the Washington State Youth Sportfishing committee which developed the first youth fishing outreach program, consequently affecting youth throughout the state. Owens was also a member of the Inland Fish Program Advisory Group for over 20 years.

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