Sharon Rushton to be enshrined in Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame

Congratulations to angler Sharon Rushton, of Kimberling City, Mo., on being chosen for the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame.

Sharon Rushton has made significant contributions to freshwater fishing throughout her career, using her leadership and communication skills. Her work has touched youth and families throughout the U.S. Most of her life has been dedicated to promoting the outdoors, particularly fishing and developing programs which introduce people to fishing.

Sharon is probably most well known as the founding executive director for the Future Fisherman Foundation ®. However, she made many noteworthy achievements within the freshwater fishing arena.

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