In the past few years the sport of bass fishing has gained popularity. With this popularity and spot light, the sport has acquired some controversy. Some fear that the sport will be surrounded by critics that will eventually cause an end to professional fishing. While critics claim the sport has poor conservation actions, professional bass fishing embrasses the correct treatment of the fish and their habitat. With having a huge industry and following, the sport would be very hard to bring to an end.

The ones against the sport say that tournaments will harm bass populations. They argue that keeping bass in a boats live well increases the chance of death for the fish. Another issue circles around letting the fish touch the boats floor. It’s