2013 class includes Mike Folkestad, Darrell Lowrance and Jack Wingate

TULSA, Okla. --- For their major impacts on the world of bass fishing, three sportsmen will be inducted into the 11th annual Bass Fishing Hall of Fame, Friday, Feb. 22, during the 2013 Bassmaster Classic tournament in Tulsa.

They include West Coast tournament angler Mike Folkestad, pictured above of Orange, Calif.; fishing electronics innovator Darrell Lowrance, Photo #1 of Tulsa, Okla., and the late legendary guide, educator and lodge owner Jack Wingate, Photo #2 Bainbridge, Ga.

The BFHOF induction banquet will be held at the Hilton Doubletree Hotel. Established in 2000, the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame is a non-profit organization dedicated to all anglers, manufacturers, tackle dealers, media and other related companies who further the sport of bass fishing. There are currently 48 hall of fame members. For more information visit the BFHOF website at www.bassfishinghof.com - or call 888-690-2277.