Oral History Interview of Phil Blackmar

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Title

Oral History Interview of Phil Blackmar

Description

A former professional golfer, golf coach, and currently a television golf announcer, Phil Blackmar is also an avid angler and fly fishermen who has been fishing Baffin Bay since the early 1980s. He talks about growing up fishing and golfing, getting into the PGA, fishing on tour, and his children growing up fishing. He recalls the big trout of Baffin Bay, memorable fishing experiences, the freezes and changes to the fishery over time, bad encounters with fishing guides, and his thoughts on restoration success. The interview ends with some fish stories and final thoughts about water quality.

Creator

Phil Blackmar

Contributor

Jen Brown

Date

July 27, 2022

Location of Interview

Corpus Christi, Texas

Format

mp3

Extent

00:50:27

Subject

Baffin Bay, Texas
spotted seatrout
Professional Golfers' Association
fly fishing
brown tide
weather

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