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Recovering America’s Wildlife Act: The Most Important Conservation Legislation in a Generation Advances to the Senate with Resounding Bi-Partisan Support
Johnny Morris and the Bass Pro Shops family of outdoor companies are proud to stand alongside America’s sportsmen to ensure the future of the resources upon which we all depend. Today we rise together in celebration of the fact that the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act, the most impactful piece of conservation legislation of the past […]
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Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s donating more than 40,000 rods and reels across North America in challenge to get more kids outside
Local donations to youth non-profits across North America kick off Gone Fishing with free in-store events and community partnerships introducing more kids and families to fishing SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris is challenging families everywhere to put down their digital devices and head outside to discover the joys of fishing this […]
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Bass Pro Shops Founder Johnny Morris Surprises Wounded Veterans with Gift of 10 Specially Adapted Homes Through Helping a Hero
Announces challenge grant to support additional100 NEW HOMES for severely wounded veterans SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris joined with Helping a Hero to award a home to a deserving amputee, Marine Sergeant Joe Bartel of Aberdeen, North Carolina, as well as to pay the mortgage for Army Staff Sergeant Daniel […]
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The Pope & Young Club/St. Charles Museum of Bowhunting to join Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri
Preeminent collection of bowhunting artifacts relocates to America’s Conservation Capital, home to unprecedented assembly of exhibits from leading conservation organizations SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Officials from the Pope & Young Club in Chatfield, Minn., together with noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris, today announced plans to relocate the Pope & Young Club/St. Charles Museum […]
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It’s Official: Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife Once Again Named #1 Aquarium in North America
Springfield, Mo. – Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium has been voted America’s Best Aquarium through a national public poll conducted by USA TODAY ranking the top 20 prominent institutions across North America. The latest nationwide recognition marks the second time that the conservation-based museum and aquarium has been nominated for and voted as the […]
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Fans invited to vote for Wonders of Wildlife as “America’s Best Aquarium”
Immersive exhibits aim to inspire the next generation of outdoor stewards Springfield, Mo. – Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri is in the running for the title of “America’s Best Aquarium” as part of a national poll conducted by USA TODAY. Fans of the world-class conservation attraction and everyone who loves the […]
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Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris to donate one million face masks to COVID-19 healthcare workers
Convoy of Hope will distribute FDA-approved masks in every Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s community across the United States SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris is personally donating one million FDA-approved ASTM Level 1 Procedure Face Masks to healthcare workers and first responders working on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis […]
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NPAA Bestows Industry Legend Johnny Morris with “Look to the Future” Award
January 22th, 2020 – Forestville, WI The National Professional Anglers Association (NPAA) recently awarded top honors to several members of the professional angling community at its 2020 conference this January. Among them, was a special category reserved for visionaries who have shaped the sportfishing industry’s past, present, and future. This year’s honoree is an exceptional leader […]
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RECREATING THE NORTH POLE IN THE BAHAMAS: Bass Pro Shops Founder Johnny Morris to host magical Christmas event for 20,000 kids and families following devastating hurricane
Free Santa’s Wonderland event caps off successful campaign that has raised more than $5 million to date for relief efforts and spreading Christmas cheer Magical event in honor of Morris’ dear late friend, Bahamian Rev. “Bonefish Willie” Duncomber FREEPORT, Bahamas – Load up the toys, the snow and the jolly bearded man with the big sleigh – Bass Pro Shops founder and noted conservationist Johnny Morris is hosting Christmas in the Bahamas for thousands of children and […]
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Johnny Morris – Bass Pro Shops and initial supporters donate $2 million and invite all anglers to unite in support for the people of the Bahamas
“Anglers for the Bahamas” campaign aligns anglers with worldwide relief leader, Convoy of Hope FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Bass Pro Shops founder and noted conservationist Johnny Morris today announced “Anglers for the Bahamas,” a campaign to support the Bahamas in the wake of catastrophic devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian. Together with fishing industry partners, the initial […]