Nissan North America presents the Second Annual Fishing in the City Pro-Am Fishing Tournament on Saturday, April 5, 2008 on LakeCarolyn in the heart of the Las Colinas Urban Center.In its first year, this event raised $1,339 to support the Employment Services Program at Irving Cares.This event pairs guest anglers with Professional Bass Anglers as they compete to catch the five heaviest fish.Professional anglers will fish with guest anglers on the lake from boats using gear provided by the professional angler.Online bidding is now available at www.irvingcares.org for a spot with a pro.Passes are also available to fish from the bank using your own gear. While the anglers are fishing, guests can visit the booths set up near the weigh-in site, including a display of the Nissan Titan, or use their own gear and fish from the bank.There will also be a silent auction including additional one hour blocks of time for other guest anglers to join the professional anglers fishing on LakeCarolyn.
During the 2007 event, ten professional anglers fished with guests, providing the boats, gear, and expert advice.Allan Meagher fished with 2008 Co-Chairperson and Professional Bass Angler Matt Hupp.“I learned so much with Matt as my guide.Fishing on LakeCarolyn is a special experience, and Matt’s tips helped us bring in lots of fish.You will definitely enjoy your time supporting Irving Cares and Fishing in the City,” said Allan.
“This tournament was created by Irving Cares Board Member Allan Meagher and 2008 Co-Chairperson Sheila Hupp.We’d lost some funding for the Employment Services Program, and they envisioned this tournament as a way to help replace some of those funds.We are excited about Nissan North America’s sponsorship this year, and we hope many more supporters will join them. More sponsors include Herbert & Christina Gears, Boyle & Lowry LLP at the White Bass level and Sybil Walker at the Blue Gill level,” said Executive Director Teddie Story.“Ryan Sanders of Ichthus Creative Guild is an in-kind sponsor.”
Anglers of all skill levels will enjoy participating in this event.LakeCarolyn is a private lake stocked with a wide variety of fish.Normally, fishing is restricted on this lake; however, for this special event, you can explore and find that special spot where the fish are biting.
About Irving Cares:Since 1957, Irving Cares has been a partnering lifeline agency for Irving families in crisis.It serves over 25,000 people in the Irving community, and the need continues to increase.By providing limited financial assistance for rent, mortgage, utilities, or prescriptions; an employment services program; psychotherapy counseling; food pantry; transportation to county medical facilities and prescription deliveries; and information and referral, Irving Cares promotes a client’s self-sufficiency.More information on Irving Cares can be found at www.irvingcares.org.ABOUT Nissan:“Enriching People's Lives. That is the global vision of Nissan and all of its operating companies across the world. Nissan strives to support this vision by not only offering our customers unparalleled products and services, but by improving the quality of life in the communities in which Nissan operates. Our vision and the goals of Irving Cares are a perfect match. We are very proud be partnered with such a great organization,” said Jeff Edwards, Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation, Vice President of Operations.In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissannews.com.
