Greenville has about a year, to prepare for the Bassmaster Classic, when it returns, in the spring of 2018.
Professional anglers and fans make a serious financial impact on Greenville, Anderson, and Lake Hartwell - potentially $22-$26 million dollars.
Chris Stone, president and CEO of Visit Greenville SC, said the effect on Greenville alone is about $12 million.
Bassmasters last visited three years ago, and it was still a huge success, in spite of bitterly cold weather.