Issue #233

PRESENTED BY: Sunline

Lake Hartwell Economy Gets A Boost

The Bassmaster Junior and High School National championships were recently held at Lake Hartwell out of the Greenpond Landing and Event Center in Anderson, SC. More than 600 teams from throughout the U.S. and Canada competed in the events creating a huge economic impact on Anderson and the surrounding areas. Anderson county leaders said they expected the events to have a roughly 2 million dollar impact. 2023 marks the 9th anniversary of the Green Pond facility and economists estimate that the facility has resulted in over 109 million dollars of economic impact since its construction.

Bass Angler Magazine Launches Tournament Trail

Bass Angler Magazine is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated tournament series, the “Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail.” Aka BAM Tournament Trail is designed to revolutionize the competitive bass fishing, the Tournament Trail promises to be a thrilling experience for anglers of all levels. With its unique format and attractive prizes, this trail aims to create a vibrant community of passionate anglers, all united by their love for bass fishing. As a leading publication in the fishing industry, Bass Angler Magazine understands the importance of fostering camaraderie and sportsmanship among anglers while promoting the conservation of our precious aquatic resources. The Tournament Trail reflects these core values, and participants can expect an environment that encourages fair play, skill enhancement, and sustainable fishing practices. Key Highlights of the Tournament Trail: Multiple Stages and Diverse Locations: The Tournament Trail will feature multiple stages held at various scenic and strategically selected fishing locations across the west. Anglers will face diverse challenges, adapting their skills to different waters, weather conditions, and bass behavior. Open to All Skill Levels: Whether you are a seasoned pro or a passionate novice, the Tournament Trail welcomes all bass fishing enthusiasts. With skill-based divisions, every angler has a chance to shine and win remarkable prizes. Community Engagement: The Tournament Trail seeks to build a strong community of like-minded anglers. Participants will have access to an online platform where they can connect, share experiences, and learn from each other. This virtual community will enrich the overall tournament experience and extend the sense of camaraderie beyond the waters. Pro-Ams – Featuring a No entry fee championship #1 – Feb 23-25, Lake Shasta #2 –March 15-17 Oroville #3 – April 26-28 Berryessa #4 – May 17-19 Delta #5 Tri-Cities – June 28-30, July 12-14 Championship – Clear Lake October 4-6 Kayak Tour –Featuring a No entry fee championship #1 Tulloch March9 #2 Rollins April20 #3 Trinity June22 #4 Delta CC Sept7 Kayak Championship Lake Berryessa Sept 28-29 Pro Tour Qualifiers – dates and lake to be announced in the next 60 days. The BAM Pro Tour will be made up from the highest performing professional anglers based on their performance during the 2023 season. These anglers will compete at the highest levels our region offers. The BAM Pro Tour will bring media capabilities to our anglers never seen before in our region. BAM will feature anglers in the print magazine, on their social media platforms (120k+ followers), utilize YouTube to broadcast events, and is planning live on the water coverage. We have an established media platform with plans to enhance it at all levels to help our anglers promote their partners, The BAM Pro Tour, and the entire industry. This will enhance their ad worth and help them sustain their fishing careers. BAM is the media juggernaut that brings local, regional, and national recognition to focus on our anglers. We will raise the level of the professional tour to levels never attained before in our region.  Bass Angler Magazine’s Tournament Trail is scheduled to kick off in [Feb,2024]. Angler registration will be available soon on www.bassanglermag.com. The trail’s official rules, schedule, and additional details will also be available on the website.

Expand Your Horizons On Trailer Hooks

Bass Pro Tour professional Jeremy Lawyer has missed his fair share of short striking bass throughout his career but he does everything he can to put the odds in his favor. Lawyer suggests utilizing a trailer hook whenever the scenario allows to increase your chances of putting those tournament winning fish in the boat. While trailer hooks have long been a staple for spinnerbaits and buzzbaits, Lawyer also likes to utilize them on swim jigs and bladed jigs as well. "The unique design of the Gamakatsu G-Power Stinger Trailer Hook allows me to use it on baits like my Freedom Tackle FT Swim Jig as well as bladed jigs without interfering with the action of the trailer. The angle of the hook eye lets it sit just right, and it is available in smaller sizes like a #2 or #1 that gives you that extra hook you often need without being too big and bulky." said Lawyer. Try this trailer hook tip the next time you are on the water and start putting more fish in the boat.

Offering a creature-inspired twist on the classic beaver design, the Missile Baits D Stroyer provides hybrid performance that flat-out catches. Designed with a ribbed body and fitted with appendages that won’t stop, the Missile Baits D Stroyer moves plenty of water, which allows predators to quickly recognize it, even in the dim lit environment underneath vegetation. Not just for pitching and flipping, the Missile Baits D Stroyer offers versatile performance that also excels on the back of a chatterbait and attached to a Texas-rig. Available in a number of mouthwatering colors, the Missile Baits D Stroyer delivers unique beaver adaptation that will help you destroy fish and the competition. Check out the full lineup here.

PRESENTED BY: Gamakatsu

Lake Champlain 1998

Let's hop in the time machine and head back to 1998 when the legendary Roland Martin pulled off the win during the Bassmaster event on Lake Champlain! Check out the full episode here.

PRESENTED BY: Denali

Kyle Welcher

Bassmaster Elite Series professional Kyle Welcher heads into the final two events with a slim lead in the AOY race. His sponsors include 13 Fishing, Black Riffle Coffee Company, Evolv Rod Sleeves, Fuji, Gamakatsu, MotorGuide, Rapala, Striker, Sunline, Untamed Tackle, Caymas Boats and Wedowee Marine just to name a few.

Predators On The Water

Have you ever wanted to fish with a pro-angler? Now’s your chance! Text PREDSFISH to 76278 to bid to fish with professional bass anglers Mike McClelland , David Walker or Predators alumni and broadcaster Hal Gill in this year’s Nashville Predators Fishing Tournament proudly sponsored by Bass Pro Shops on Sept. 9. Auction will close Sept. 1 at 6 p.m. CT. Check out more details here.

PRESENTED BY: AFTCO

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