About Bassmaster Go Outside

Laurie is a long-time B.A.S.S. employee who has been the designer for Bassmaster magazine for 20 years. As the Director of Go Out{side}, Laurie enjoys incorporating her love and knowledge of the outdoors into Go Out{side}. Laurie grew up on Lake Martin, skiing, fishing and enjoying life on the water. Now the entire Tisdale family, including 11-year-old Gavin, 14-year-old Addison, and her husband Patrick, spends as much time as possible on the lake, fishing, hiking and traveling to various national parks during the kids’ school breaks.

Growing up in Camden, Alabama, Laura enjoyed fishing, catching turtles, and taking trail rides along Lake Millers Ferry. Most, if not all of her favorite memories with her family have involved some form of outdoor focused activity. From white-water rafting to good old-fashioned camping. After graduating from Auburn University she returned home to serve as Director for the Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce where she worked on promoting local businesses and the natural resources available in the area. She has been an ambassador for the University of Alabama's Southwest Alabama campaign and a camerawoman for Anglers Channel during Live on the Water and weigh-ins at Alabama Bass Trail tournaments. Laura's hope is that Go Out{side} will inspire other families to do the same, and build those lasting memories we hold onto as youngsters well into our adult years. During her free time, Laura enjoys traveling to new places and photographing a variety of subjects ranging from wildlife, landscapes, architecture, and portraiture.

Our ambassadors share their experience and knowledge with you so your family can learn and go outside. Check out their stories, how-to articles, and follow them on their social channels. They are excited to help you start your outside story.