Montgomery in Montgomery County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Ray W. Scott Jr. Founded Bass Anglers Movement
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); Camellia Designated Alabama State Flower (about 600 feet away); Washington Elm Tree (about 600 feet away); William Lowndes Yancey (about 600 feet away); Alabama Bicentennial Park / Ancient Sea (about 600 feet away); Alabama's First Peoples / Creek Country (about 600 feet away); "Moon Tree" (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Montgomery.
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.
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.