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FIRST CAST
by Wayne Wasulko
Hi Anglers,
Can you believe another fishing season is behind us? It goes so fast!
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In closing, I want send my condolences to Cooch’s family. Since I’ve been a part of WesternBass, fCeoroacdhvwicaes. Irwigahstftohreturentaoteaennswouegrhqtuoessptieonndstaimndeoofn- the water with him and have been proud to utilize tChoeocshitenetoedheods.tI tahme sCu.Ore. Phreois/sTteilelinngintfoosrsmina’taiojnigains the big pond in the sky. He will be greatly missed.
I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year...
Wayne
mailto:wayneg@westernbass.com