Lee Bailey Pro Angler
(one of the Nations most recognized pro bass fisherman)
Lee Bailey Pro Angler is a Florida Bass Fishing Guide. “I am a retired Bassmaster Elite series and FLW professional angler. One of the Nations most publicized and prominent tournament anglers. I founded and completely managed the renowned Foxwoods Bass Challenge Tour. The largest and most professional run bass tournament circuit ever in the history of bass tournament fishing in the Northeast. I am now residing in Sarasota, Florida”.
Involvement is key, says Bailey
The B.A.S.S. Federation Nation played an instrumental role in helping Bassmaster Elite Series pro Lee Bailey Jr. fulfill his lifelong dream.
Posted on February 8, 2007
Written by
John Neporadny Jr.
The B.A.S.S. Federation Nation played an instrumental role in helping Bassmaster Elite Series pro Lee Bailey Jr. fulfill his lifelong dream.”Since I was a kid, I dreamed about being a professional bass fisherman, and the only way to do that was to join the Federation Nation, fish with a club and learn as much as I could,” said the transplanted Alabama pro.
Despite living in the New England area where bass take a back seat to other species, Bailey decided to follow his dream by joining the Central Connecticut Bassmasters in 1985. Bailey belonged to a couple of other clubs throughout the years and began his own club about 12 years ago called the Connecticut River Bass Anglers.
“While I was in the Federation Nation, I got involved in everything,” said Bailey, who served as state vice president and tournament director and produced the Connecticut Federation’s newsletter for three years.
The extra duties never hampered his fishing; Bailey won several club tournaments and qualified for three state teams. He also earned a berth in the 1988 B.A.S.S. Federation National Championship. “Making the state teams and progressing to the Nationals really whet my appetite for the national scene,” said Bailey.The versatility he gained from fishing on different bodies of water and competing against anglers of different skill levels in the Federation Nation prepared him for his pro career. Gaining recognition at the Federation Nation level helped reinforce Bailey’s drive toward the pro ranks. “Winning tournaments was great, but just earning that respect among my peers was a big thing,” he recalled.
He took his first step to the pro level when he competed as an amateur in the 1994 Bassmaster Top 100 event on the Connecticut River. Since then Bailey has recorded nine Top 10 finishes in Bassmaster events and won the 1997 Missouri Invitational on Table Rock Lake. He has competed in two Bassmaster Classics and qualified for next month’s 2007 Classic in his new home state of Alabama.Bailey believes making the Classic through the Federation Nation process is harder than qualifying through the pro ranks. “You have to go through so many steps to get there,” he said. “For me, competing in the Federation was hard. I just started out fishing against a bunch of guys who had been fishing those waters for years. It took a little while to get my competitive level where it needed to be.”The BASS pro credits the late Don Sanzo, a fellow Federation Nation angler, with helping him achieve his dream. “I met him one day at a movie theater and he is the one who got me into my first bass club,” said Bailey. “He was my mentor and taught me about fishing and about being a professional. I’ll never forget what he has done for me.”Once he turned pro, Bailey continued to support the Federation Nation. “I had my own lure company, Cavitron Lures, and for many years I sponsored the state team,” said Bailey. “For a long time, I sponsored my club as well as other anglers on the Federation level to help them get started as well as to help them feel like and learn how to behave like professionals.”A hectic schedule the last five years has made it difficult to stay involved with the Federation Nation, but Bailey made a couple of appearances at the Connecticut Federation Nation’s annual banquet. He also speaks to clubs in Alabama or at some of the tournament sites on the Elite Series trail. “I try to squeeze in as many of those club appearances as I can,” said Bailey, who usually talks at three or four club meetings in a year.”I would hope at some point in my career that I would be able to turn around and do some stuff with the Federation Nation and help it grow,” disclosed Bailey. “Hopefully I will be able to pass on some of my experiences and maybe spark some other young angler to get involved and turn pro.”
History
I founded and completely managed the renowned Foxwoods Bass Challenge Tour. The largest and most professional run bass tournament circuit ever in the history of bass tournament fishing in the Northeast. I am now residing in Sarasota, Florida”.
“I am excited about continuing my career in the fishing and promotional market”. Come enjoy a day on a Central Florida lake with Lee Bailey Pro Angler with Florida Bass Fishing Guide.
Author, Bassmaster Champion, artist, web site designer, photographer, bass fishing guide, lure designer, lecturer, tournament organizer, promoter, environmentalist and teacher of fishing skills all describe Lee Bailey. Lee’s many written articles, designs and photos have been featured in numerous publications including BASSMASTER, B.A.S.S. Times, In-Fisherman and Fishing Tackle Retailer magazines, just to name a few..
NOW! Lee brings this expertise to you through the renowned Lees Design Series™, Lee Bailey jr.com and his latest book “Strategies for Bass“.
Lee’s Design Series™
Lee Bailey Jr (Lees Design Series™) has become the one you want in your corner. He will give you a fresh new imaginative design and branding strategy.
Lee has been using identity branding from the beginning of his career. The “007” theme has been the forefront of his own branding. From Lee’s personal website www.leebaileyjr.com to his “007” Bassmaster Elite Series angler number.
Lee Bailey Jr (Lees Design Series™) has become the one you want in your corner. He will give you a fresh new imaginative design and branding strategy.
Lee keeps himself on the leading edge of bass fishing promotion. This is what draws the interest of many corporations. In and out of the outdoors and fishing industry. People have come to use and trust Lee Bailey Jr (Lees Design Series™). Foxwoods Resort and Casino, PAA (professional Anglers Association), Gilbert & Baker Ford, e21 Carrot Stix, MegaStrike, Inc. and top competitive anglers like The Gman – Gerald Swindle. Gary Klien, Preston Clark and Russ Lane are just a few.
Lee’s all or nothing attitude and reputation of being one step ahead of the competition in branding and promotions fit perfectly with the “007” theme.
Lee Bailey Jr-Lees Design Series™ has helped bring a unique look and feel. Many companies, professional anglers that have created their own market branding identity use Lee.
Lee Bailey Pro Angler Fishing Factors™
Fishing Factors™ is the most comprehensive and informative bass fishing site on the Web!
“This learning center has been a dream of mine for many years. I am excited to be able to bring all this information to my many fans and anglers across the country”. The rapid rate at which the thirst for knowledge about bass behavior, techniques, tips and tricks of the pros has increased in recent years. Compiling a comprehensive teaching and learning website on bass fishing has become a formidable challenge.
“This learning center has been a dream of mine for many years. I am excited to be able to bring all this information to my many fans and anglers across the country”.
Nonetheless, Fishing Factors™ is meeting this challenge. Lee Bailey Pro Angler Fishing Factors™ is here to do one thing: bring a new, exciting and easy way to help you find learning information about bass fishing. Fishing Factors™ specializes in bass fishing tips, tactics, articles and techniques proven to catch bass.
The tips and techniques on Fishing Factors™ are written by Lee Bailey Pro Angler.
As you clock more and more bass-fishing hours you will acquire a knack for choosing the right lure and technique for the right situation. Until then though, continue to visit us here and learn the latest in bass fishing knowledge.
Strategies For Bass by Lee Bailey Pro Angler
“Strategies For Bass” is the most comprehensive compilation I have ever put together “I am excited to be able to bring all this information to my many fans and anglers across the country”.
In the chapters of “Strategies For Bass” you will find an accumulation of my 30 plus years studying bass. I will get into some in-depth discussion on the many approaches. These will help you to be a consistent and successful bass fisherman.
“Strategies For Bass” has the most impressive collection of up-to-date information, novice as well as experienced anglers will learn everything they need to know to catch largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass. Readers will find in-depth coverage of bass biology and behavior, with clear, concise text and more than 50 chapters and photos.
See You On The River by Lee Bailey Pro Angler
This CT River Fishing Guidebook is the most comprehensive compilation of maps, Lees Lures and river Fishing Factors I have ever put together. “I am excited to be able to bring all this information to my many fans and Connecticut River anglers”
This CT River Fishing Guidebook is the most comprehensive compilation of maps, Lees Lures and river Fishing Factors I have ever put together. “I am excited to be able to bring all this information to my many fans and Connecticut River anglers”.
The 2nd Addition “See You On the River guide” is what everybody has been waiting for. NEW detailed fishing maps covering the Connecticut River from the Enfield Dam to the Saybrook Breakwater.
3-time Bassmaster Classic Qualifier
Bassmaster Champion
2-time FLW Championship.
NEW detailed fishing maps covering the river from the Enfield Dam to the Saybrook Breakwater. Including hot spots for Stripers.