Bass Pro Shops casting for anglers Saturday

Women’s workshop, kids’ activities set to wind up Spring Fishing Classic

Bass Pro Shops will wrap up its Spring Fishing Classic celebration this weekend with special offers, a women’s workshop and activities for little anglers at the sports store, 1000 Bass Pro Drive in East Ridge.

Custo mers who donate used rods and reels ( in working order) can receive trade- in savings of up to $ 200. The used fishing equipment will be donated to local nonprofit organizations.

“We encourage al l anglers to participate in our rod and reel trade-in program, which has collected and donated about 290,000 products to local organizations that teach young people to enjoy and appreciate the outdoors,” says Katie Mitchell, Bass Pro Shops communications manager.

Women’ s fishing workshops are available with introductory fishing information and helpful tips on Saturday, March 3, at 1:30 p.m. The first 25 seminar attendees over age 18 to each pro seminar and the women’s fishing workshop will receive a Bass Pro Shops protective dry box.

Kids activities are scheduled from noon to 5 p. m. on Saturday- Sunday, March 3 and 4. Free activities include casting challenges, a fishing workshop, fun craft and a photo download.

Customers using a Bass Pro Shops credit card to purchase new gear can receive up to $100 via instant rebate.

Customers can also enter for a chance to win a fishing trip with Garmin professional angler Jason Christie. The winner will receive a one-day fishing trip, a Garmin echoMAP Plus Fishfinder, a $500 Bass Pro Shops gift card, travel and accommodations— a total retail value of $4,999. Register at the store or online at www.basspro.com/ classicsweeps.

For more information: 423-242-4000.