CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Wade Bourne, a former Clarksville Academy parent, was an avid outdoorsman and to honor his memory and continue his legacy the Wade Bourne Memorial Clay Shoot
On Saturday, November 14, Clarksville Academy will host the Wade Bourne Memorial Clay Shoot at Cross Creek Clays in Palmyra, Tenn. to honor Bourne and continue his passion for Clarksville Academy and the great outdoors.
All proceeds raised will benefit the Clarksville Academy Foundation and help students for years to come.
Bourne’s career included a variety of broadcast mediums, from radio to print. His name was well recognized in the world of outdoor recreation. In 2003, he was inducted into the Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame and in 2005, into the National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame.
Wade and his wife Becky, were fixtures at Clarksville Academy for many years. Whether serving on the board, participating in the parent association, or organizing and cooking for annual fundraisers, the Bournes were there. Their children, Hampton and Haley, both attended CA from Pre-K through graduation.
The shoot begins at 8 AM and is open to the general public. Sponsorships are available. Teams of 4 can register by visiting wadebournememorialshoot.com or contacting Christina Clark at cclark@clarksvilleacdemy.com.