We had the good fortune of connecting with Don Evans and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Don, how has your background shaped the person you are today?
I grew up poor and had next to nothing ! One day I caught a fish and it changed my life And led me to pursue professional fishing! You can say fishing changes my life !

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
If you would have told me years ago I’d be chasing little green fish everyday I’d say your full of it ! I’ve overcome so much in life to get here ! I lost both my parents been through major family struggles and also struggled with addiction ! Lost many of my younger years to bad decisions which. I can never take back ! But I can change the future of me and others around me through fishing !

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I’d spend most of the time in the mountains of Colorado enjoying mountain views ,brews,food, and fun ! Followed by some of colorados best fishing of course! Definitely would recommend bishops castle , garden of the gods , and red rocks to name a few !

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Definitely! Bassmaster has a major roll in me chasing the dreams of fishing ! Also my family which pushes me daily to be better in life and fishing !

Website: Heavymetalfisherman@bigcartel

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