Bass association members go head-to-head on Lomond
Posted on Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Thirteen teams of anglers participated in the latest Bella Vista Bass Association tournament June 6 on Loch Lomond.
Launch and weigh-in were at Tiree Park.
Cash prizes were provided for the top three teams in the tournament.
The "Big Bass Award "went to Bella Vista Bass Association President Dennis Stettnisch, who hauled in a 6 pound, 11 ounce lunker.
The teams combined caught and released 139 pounds, 46 ounces of largemouth bass, with all at least 12 inches long.
Ten of the 13 randomlypaired teams had a five-bass limit weighing at least 10 pounds.
Jigs and crankbaits were the primary lures. Participants found that fishing around brush and boat docks was key.
The local bass association hosts 10 such events annually, with eight of them on Loch Lomond or Lake Windsor and the remainder at Beaver Lake.
Participants receive points for fishing each tournament. Points are deducted for missing scheduled events, meetings or functions.
The top five anglers with the most points at the end of the season receive trophies at an annual awards banquet.
Information provided by Chris Urban with the Bella Vista Bass Association.
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