Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, Fisherman Bill Dance announce “Bill Dance Signature Lakes” Initiative
December 19, 2021
Nashville, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and fishing icon Bill Dance have announced a new initiative to improve and enhance Tennessee lakes, increase visitation, and honor Dance’s legacy with the creation of Bill Dance Signature Lakes.
TWRA and the State of Tennessee will invest $15 million in improvements both above and below the water at 18 lakes that bear fishing legend Dance’s stamp of approval.
Waterfowl Dream Hunt, Gear Featured in Tennessee Wildlife Resources Conservation Raffle
July 12, 2020
Nashville, TN – A four-person, two-day waterfowl hunting package at a prime West Tennessee location with Realtree Pro Tyler Jordan and Team Realtree during the 2020-21 hunting season is part outstanding packages available for a lucky winner in the 2020 Tennessee Conservation Raffle sponsored by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation.
The waterfowl hunting package is one of the seven, priceless outdoor experiences available to win this year.
New Tennessee Conservation Raffle with Seven Priceless Prize Packages
May 27, 2020
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation (TWRF) has put together seven priceless, outdoor experience packages for its 2020 Tennessee Conservation Raffle.
Formerly known as the Elk Tag Raffle, this year’s Conservation Raffle has opportunities for everyone whether a hunter, fisherman, camper, or lover of the outdoors. One hundred percent of the funds from the raffle goes to support wildlife habitat restoration.
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency honors fishing icon Bill Dance
January 26, 2014
Nashville, TN – Bill Dance, a Tennessee native and national fishing icon, has been honored for his many contributions to the sport of fishing and as a long-time proponent and supporter of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and its efforts to manage and improve fishing in the state.
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission and TWRA expressed their gratitude to Mr. Dance with a resolution during the January TFWC meeting that was held at the Ducks Unlimited National Headquarters in Memphis, TN.

Bill Dance is pictured with TFWC Chairman Jeff McMillin (left) and TWRA Executive Director Ed Carter after he received a plaque with a resolution noting his many contributions that include the sport of fishing, the TWRA, and the state through the years. The honor came at the January meeting of the TFWC.










