Montgomery in Montgomery County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Ray W. Scott Jr. Founded Bass Anglers Movement
Photographed By Mark Hilton, October 9, 2016
1. Ray W. Scott Jr. Founded Bass Anglers Movement Marker
Montgomery native Ray W. Scott Jr. launched the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society (B.A.S.S.) in 1967 from a small office upstairs at 513 Madison Avenue. From this beginning, B.A.S.S. became the largest sportfishing organization in the world. Scott developed the first nationwide bass fishing tournament tour and Bassmaster Magazine. Under Scott's leadership, B.A.S.S. became a leading advocate for clean waters, boating safety, children's fishing and live-fish release. He, along with other enthusiasts, created what it widely considered one of the most important conservation movements of the 20th century.
Erected 2016 by B.A.S.S. and the City of Montgomery.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Environment • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1967.
Location. 32° 22.809′ N, 86° 18.105′ W. Marker is in Montgomery, Alabama, in Montgomery County. Marker is at the intersection of Madison Avenue and North Bainbridge Street, on the right when traveling west on Madison Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 513 Madison Avenue, Montgomery AL 36104, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Thompson Mansion (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Civil War Laurel Oak Tree (about 500 feet away);
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Also see . . . Bass Anglers Sportsman Society. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on October 9, 2016, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.)
Additional commentary.
1. Bassmaster announces the passing of Ray W. Scott Jr.
Bassmaster has announced the death of its founder, Ray Scott.
Scott died peacefully in his sleep from natural causes Sunday night. He was 88 years old.
Scott founded the first national professional bass fishing circuit in 1967. The following year he founded the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society, or B.A.S.S., which would become the world’s largest fishing group.
— Submitted May 9, 2022, by Mark 
Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
Photographed By Mark Hilton, October 9, 2016
2. The view west on Madison Avenue of marker.
Ironically the location of the first B.A.S.S. headquarters now houses the Alabama Forestry Commission.
Photographed By Mark Hilton, October 9, 2016
3. View of marker looking at intersection of Madison Avenue and Bainbridge Street.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 9, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 9, 2016, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 604 times since then and 39 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 9, 2016, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
