Byron Velvick Bassmaster Elite Angler

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Lake Amistad: America's Hottest Lake

Story by Tim Tucker

One of Del Rio's newest local residences is veteran Western pro Byron Velvick, who now makes his home on the shores of Lake Amistad. In addition to making Lake Amistad his home, he also purchased Amistad Lake Resort (formerly Amistad Lodge) along with his long-time best friend, Michael Bonnee, several blocks from Diablo East marina, overlooking the lake, off of U.S. Highway 90. Read More

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