Contact the Center

Mailing Address: 5550 FM 2495, Athens, Texas 75752

For general information, hours, rates: (903) 676-2277

For school or group reservations: (903) 676-2277

To request pickup of a ShareLunker (largemouth bass 13 pounds or over, legally caught between October 1 and April 30):
(903) 681-0550 or page 1 (888) 784-0600 and leave a number, including area code.

For rental of facilities: (903) 676-2277

To schedule a meeting or other event: (903) 676-2277

To volunteer or apply to become an AmBASSador: (903) 670-2266

  • Director — Allen Forshage: (903) 670-2224
  • ShareLunker Program — David Campbell:
    (903) 670-2230 or (903) 681-0550. Pager: 1 (888) 784-0600
  • Visitor Services — Mickie Campbell: (903) 670-2232
  • Hatchery Manager — Jim Matthews: (903) 670-2237
    Hatchery FAX: (903) 676-3474
  • Maintenance — Jim Dobecka: (903) 670-2242
  • Education Director — Zoe Ann Stinchcomb: (903) 670-2238
  • Education Staff — Craig Brooks: (903) 670-2222
  • Events Coordinator — Jim Booker: (903) 670-2266
  • Exhibits Curator — Wayne Heaton: (903) 670-2239
  • Volunteer Coordinator — Jim Booker: (903) 670-2266
  • Media Contact — Larry Hodge: (903) 670-2255
  • Admissions Booth: (903) 670-2231
  • Angler Pavilion: (903) 670-2210
  • Gift Shop: (903) 670-2246

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