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B.A.S.S. official Chris Bowes directs the morning traffic. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-0932.jpg)
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Terry Butcher idles into the line of boats. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-0935.jpg)
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Boats start lining up as the sun rises over Muskogee, Okla.</p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-0936.jpg)
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Anglers line the harbor in preparation to hit the Arkansas River. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-0940.jpg)
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Silhouettes of boats fill the water as the sun rises. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-0950.jpg)
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B.A.S.S. officials check the angler's livewells before the day begins. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-0966.jpg)
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Fans line the rail as anglers wait to start Central Open #2 on the Arkansas River. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-0970.jpg)
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Dozens of boats fill the Three Forks Harbor. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-0986.jpg)
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Central Open #2 is being held on the Arkansas River. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7748.jpg)
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Anglers fill Three Forks Harbor early in the morning. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7761.jpg)
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Anglers find a few minutes to relax. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7766.jpg)
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The Muskogee Power Plant can be seen in the background of the Three Forks Harbor. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7766_0.jpg)
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Chad Griffin prepares his gear for the day. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7772.jpg)
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It appeared that perfect weather was in store for Day One of the Central Open. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7776.jpg)
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Tournament Director Chris Bowes talks with Tommy Biffle. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7781.jpg)
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Tommy Biffle is fishing out of an aluminum boat. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7792.jpg)
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Anglers had a beautiful sunrise to look at before starting their day. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7793.jpg)
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Anglers stand during the singing of the National Anthem. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7799.jpg)
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The colors of the sunrise reflect off the calm harbor water. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7807.jpg)
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Jami Fralick idles out to the Arkansas River. </p>](http://www.bassmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OKopenLaunchDay1-7812.jpg)
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It's a gorgeous morning on the Arkansas River.