Bass Pro Shops celebrates the return of fishing season and invites customers to trade in used gear to be donated to local charities in exchange for big savings. The 2019 Spring Fishing Classic is a free celebration taking place February 15 - March 3 at Bass Pro Shops Pearland - 1000 Bass Pro Drive.Customers that donate used rods and reels (in working order) can receive trade-in savings of up to $200 on a new rod and reel. The used fishing equipment will be donated to local nonprofit organizations. Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's have donated nearly 340,000 products to youth-focused nonprofit organizations as part of the company's mission to inspire everyone to enjoy, love and conserve the great outdoors.The Classic also includes free fishing seminars for all skill levels, pro appearances at Bassmaster University activities for women and children and free giveaways. Visitors will also see a variety of special offers to upgrade their gear before they hit the water."The annual Spring Fishing Classic-a free event that reaches more than seven million people each year-provides great opportunities for families to get ready for fishing season and creating lifelong memories together on the water," said Bass Pro Shops Communications Manager Katie Mitchell. "We encourage all anglers to participate in our rod and reel trade-in program which allows us to collect and donate products to local organizations that teach young people to enjoy and appreciate the outdoors."Read more at www.basspro.com/shop /en/fishing-classic