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Bass tournaments raise concerns over fish welfare
Art Reid reports on rising worry among scientists and anglers about bass tournaments. Biologist Donald Garver urges stricter rules to prevent culling, weighing, and long handling while noting the potential harm to bass populations and the need for practical, sport-friendly standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Art Reid
Southern Illinoisan
Donald M. Garver
Department of Conservation
Garver
Baldwin Lake
Baldwin
James Harrison
Bureau of Sports Fisheries and Wildlife
Crab Orchard Lake
Charles Bowers
Kentucky Fish and Game Department
Kincaid
Bend Lake
Lake
Shelbyville
Don Brehm
St. Louis
Brehm