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Bassmasters’ Creed: I promise to create among my fellow anglers, and the public in general, an awareness of my Chapter’s and Society’s contributions to angling, conservation and outdoor recreation. I will encourage and instruct the youth of my community in the art of bass fishing. I pledge myself to full adherence to all conservation codes and to detect and report any polluter of our nation’s waters.

North East BASS Nation – Squaw Creek

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Fishermen,

North East anglers faced a cold and foggy Squaw most of the day which made moving around a little hairy. However, Every angler brought fish to the Scales! The big bite was tough to come by for most however getting bit was not a problem.

We had some challenges that come with fishing Squaw Creek waiting in line, high launch fee, finding a place to do weigh in, etc.etc.

Congratulations to Jon Harshbarger, he had no problem finding quality fish he took 1st  with 15.37 lbs, Randy Kavpil was 2nd with 13.28 lbs and thank you for letting us use Century Bass Club scales as a back up, 3rd Place out of the back of the boat was Bert Petrie 12.43 lbs and 4th was Mike Casanova 12.38 lbs also out of the back of the boat.

Big Bass for the Tournament went to Jon Harshbarger.

Check the Facebook page and the web site for other updates. www.texasbassonline.com 

Thanks to all that fished Next up: Lake Belton March 3, 2019

George Bryan
Oldman4750@yahoo.com

Northwest Region Opens on Buchanan

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The Northwest Region held its first Regional Qualifier of 2019 on February 9th at Lake Buchanan. As usual for this time of year a strong cold front swept through the Texas Hill Country on Thursday night. Anglers were met with a wintery mix of precipitation and temps in low 30’s on official practice day. Conditions improved slightly on tournament day with highs near 40 degrees and light winds. Only the hardiest of competitors turned out to fish.

1st place went to Skeeter/Yamaha team member Andy Ortega from the San Angelo Federation Bass Club. Andy weighed in a 5 bass limit weighing 20.17 lbs that was anchored by a 6.46 lb kicker that also took big bass honors! Troy Bryant from the Llano Bass Club took 2nd place with the only other 5 fish limit weighing 15.78 lb. Lewis Decker, also from Llano Bass Club, took the 3rd place spot with 3 fish weighing 12.01 lb. Anglers reported spinnerbaits and crankbaits caught most of the fish.

The next qualifier for the Northwest Region will be Possum Kingdom March 9th. Headquarters will be at Possum Hollow Lodge. Call 940-549-1873 for reservations. Be sure to mention you are with the Texas BASS Nation.

Kelley Hudson
Director
North West Region

2019 State Championship Dates Set

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Texas B.A.S.S. Nation State Championship April 26-27, 2019.

Lake Belton is the site for the state championship tournament. The venue is the Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area (aka BLORA). Official practice days are April 24-25.

There are two lunching areas and plenty of parking. There is bank access for boats to use for the weigh-in.

Dinner will be served Thursday night at the larger pavilion.

Competitors are vying for 5 boater and 5 non-boater spots on the 2020 state team.

For this event, clubs may send every active Texas B.A.S.S. Nation member who joins B.A.S.S. Nation and Texas B.A.S.S. Nation by February 15, 2019. The entries will be due at a later date.

Clubs should submit even numbers of boaters/non-boaters. A Top-6-Club competition will be held simultaneously. The top 3 boater and top 3 non-boater weights will be used to score club standings with the top club winning $1,000.

A list of participants will be at the main gate and upon arrival, you will be given a pass to allow in-and-out privileges for the event. The entrance fee is being negotiated but expect a small fee. If you need more information about the venue, contact Randy Fleeman: 254-368-3429 triton21x0853@gmail.com

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Texas BASS Nation

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Truitt Takes The Win At Stillhouse Lake!

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We had 48 anglers that came out to play for this event, and the Central boys sure showed everyone that their lakes can produce some huge numbers! Russell Truitt took home the win in both the NTXKC and Texas Bass Nation events with his 100.75″ stringer, taking home over $2797 for both events! Huge thanks […]