ATHENS, Texas — An East Texas lake is home to the newest Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Legacy ShareLunker.
According to the TPWD, Danny Howard reeled in a 13.2 lb. bass on Lake Athens, just across the road from the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center.
Legacy Lunker - If you catch a 13+ pound bass and loan it to the TPWD during the spawning period (January-March), you support their selective breeding program and will be recognized as a member of the Lunker Legacy Class.
Lew's Legend - Out of the millions of bass anglers in Texas, only a select few have ever crossed the 13-pound threshold. The TPWD recognizes these anglers as part of the Lew's Legend Class.
Strike King Elite - Anglers everywhere dream of catching a double-digit bass! When you reach that goal in Texas, you will be recognized in the Strike King Elite Class.
Bass Pro Shops Lunker - Catch a lunker that is at least 8 lbs. or 24 inches to become part of the ShareLunker program and be recognized in the Bass Pro Shops Lunker Class.
"Congratulations, Danny and thank you for your contribution to bass conservation in Texas," the TPWD said.