LAKE ANNA ELITE ANGLERS
a 501(c)(3) organization
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Meet the Lake Anna Elite Anglers’ Team
Brad Baber, President
Founding Member of Lake Anna Elite Anglers
He is a truck driver of 29 years for a local distribution/delivery company in the Fredericksburg Area. In his spare time he loves fishing and has participated in more than 100 tournaments on Lake Anna, the Rappahannock River, James River, and many other surrounding bodies of water. He has acquired a vast amount of fishing knowledge over the years and has many contacts throughout the Bass fishing industry.
One thing he always says is how much he loves sharing his knowledge and experiences with our young anglers and adults alike. He is very passionate about Bass fishing, this team, and is committed to seeing this team grow for the future generations.
"The team helps to bring kids back to the outdoors. Whether they are fishing a team tournament or a State Qualifier they are always learning. They are learning the skills it takes to become good anglers, patience, teamwork,conservation, and how to be good stewards of the sport. There are lifelong memories and friendships being made every time they are on the water or just hanging out after weigh-ins. The commitment, determination, and dedication shown by not only the kids,but their parents, and boat captains is hard to match"
Bo Johnson, Vice President
Bo is a graduate of Virginia State University and has been a teacher in
Spotsylvania County Public Schools since 2004 He spends his days with high school students as they study Agriculture, Welding, and Technology.
When Bo is not teaching high school, he enjoys spending time at the beach with his wife Abby, and keeping up with the active lives of their three teenage children. Bo got his first experience with tournament fishing when his sons joined Lake Anna Elite Anglers in 2021.
From the moment his sons joined the club, Bo has been a huge supporter and promoter, currently serving as vice president.
"From the moment my two sons joined Lake Anna Elite Anglers, I knew this club was special. It's not just fishing skills they are gaining, but also the life long friendships and sense of community that take place each and every year. My sons have witnessed the principles of dedication, commitment, and teamwork at an early age and this will forever help guide their future endeavors. "
Jen Baber, Secretary
Founding Member of Lake Anna Elite Anglers
She is a retired Registered Nurse of 25 years and currently teaches 3rd grade at a small Classical Christian School. She has been with the team since the beginning and has enjoyed watching it grow from two anglers and a boat captain to 37 anglers from multiple surrounding counties.
Although not into fishing herself, she loves seeing how passionate and committed these young anglers are along with their boat captains.
"This team allows our youth to take a step back from this digital world and enjoy the great outdoors. Fishing rods replace cell phones".
"LKAEA is a wonderful organization that promotes both camaraderie and a sense of competitiveness for both junior and high school level anglers. Through the participation and support from our wonderful boat captains and sponsors, each member of the team is provided a truly amazing opportunity to grow as anglers and gain a deeper respect of the ecosystems in and around the lakes and rivers in which they compete. Regardless of skill level or experience, each member of the team is supported and welcomed like family."
Stephen Carr, Boat Captain Representative
He is a pipe Forman and has worked in the construction industry over the past 15 years serving local areas and Northern VA. In his spare time he loves fishing, hunting, coaching baseball, and spending time with his family. He participated in Orange County Anglers club for 5 years from ages 12-17.
He also won states and competed in the National Tournament in 2007. He is compassionate about furthering his knowledge in fishing and teaching younger anglers new skills and developmental strategies.
"This organization gives every kid an equal opportunity to be able to compete, learn, grow, and be part of a team regardless of physical and/or athletic abilities. It teaches kids to respect the outdoors and allows them to understand the conservation efforts that go into the lakes and rivers for us to continue doing what we love."
Caleb Johnson, Angler Representative
