Hot Springs in Garland County, Arkansas — The American South (West South Central)
Bobby Murray
Fishing
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Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, September 13, 2024
1. Bobby Murray Marker
Won first Bassmasters Classic in 1971 and again in 1978 National Sport Fishing Hall of Fame Arkansas Outdoor Hall of Fame Co-host with twin brother Billy of two ESPN fishing shows
Hot Springs, Arkansas Inducted 1997
Erected by Hot Springs Arkansas Walk of Fame.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1971.
Location. 34° 30.628′ N, 93° 3.219′ W. Marker is in Hot Springs, Arkansas, in Garland County. It is at the intersection of Spring Street and Central Avenue (State Highway 7), on the right when traveling west on Spring Street. The marker is embedded in the sidewalk near the southeast corner of the Hot Springs City Visitor Center. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 629 Central Avenue, Hot Springs National Park AR 71901, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Arkansas’ Ouachita Mountains. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Upper South. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, the Louisiana Purchase, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Patsy Montana (here, next to this marker); LTC Hugh Mills, Jr. (here, next to this marker); Earlie Fires (here, next to this marker); Jack Hunt / Joe Hunt (here, next to this marker); Dr. Maya Angelou (here, next to this marker); Nick McDonald (here, next to this marker); Glen Campbell
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Also see . . .
1. Bobby Murray (The Bass Fishing Hall Of Fame).
Excerpt: The single accomplishment that brought his name to national attention was his winning the very first Bassmasters Classic, in 1971, on Lake Mead, NV. As much as this victory sealed his name in the record books, he proved, by winning the 1978 Bassmasters Classic, on Ross Barnett Reservoir, that he would attain legendary status.(Submitted on January 23, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
During his life, he has won over 40 regional and national tournaments; hes received Master Angler status in Alaska, for trout and salmon, and has landed trophy saltwater species, including a 964-pound tuna. In 1989 he was honored with an induction into the National Sport Fishing Hall of Fame; and in 1994 was elected to the Arkansas Outdoor Hall of Fame. When he was listed in the Living Legends of American Sport Fishing, author Larry Columbo said, this angler is one of the true superstars of American sport fishing. His excellent reputation, along with his proven skills, put him among the elite class of anglers.
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, September 13, 2024
2. Bobby Murray Marker
Looking north from Spring Street; it is 2nd from the left of four markers in this photo. The Hot Springs City Visitor Center is in the left background.
2. Bobby Murray Talking Bass Fishing in the 1960s (YouTube).
Excerpt: This video is a compilation of videos from bass fishing legend Bobby Murray from the early days of competitive bass fishing. The videos were shot on 8mm film and digitized by Mike Quinn from Carlisle Tires. The video shows what it was like fishing tournaments in the late 1960s.(Submitted on January 23, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Credits. This page was last revised on January 23, 2025. It was originally submitted on January 23, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 236 times since then and 48 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 23, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
