Co-Anglers shall not share any information gained from any of his/her previous day(s) Pro contestants with any other Pro contestants. Contestants boats must access fishable water under its own power and only with the assistance of the Pro and Co-Anglers assigned to that boat. Contestants shall, always, conduct themselves in a manner becoming of a professional that will not reflect unfavorably on WWBT, its members, sponsors, events or representatives. NOTE: If the team qualifies for the West Coast Championship they will need to be a member of WWBYS in order to participate in that event. Staggered weigh-in times may be utilized to minimize gathering size. Lake Oroville// Oroville // March 3rd-5th,2023, March 3, 2023 | 2023, News, Oroville Pro/Am 2023, ProAm. Release authorized on the dates and/or duration of the registered season. 24. Contestants must have a valid fishing license for all tournament waters. Random checks may be conducted and any contestant who does not have proof of valid insurance with $300,000 coverage will not be allowed to participate and all entry fees forfeited. 5 MINORS: Contestants who are under the age of 18, but no younger than 14, may enter the co-angler division with signed approval from his/her legal guardian. 5 Disqualification from future WWBT events, which may be a specific number of events, a specific period of time, or lifetime disqualification. Note: A tournament calendar year may start in the fall prior. Only ONE (1) casting, spin casting or spinning rod and reel may be used at any one time. 8FIRST ENTRY DEADLINE: First Entry deadline via mail/phone is 5:00 pm local time or online/APP entries until 11:59 PM 7 days prior to the first practice day to be paid in full. RECEIVING, ACCEPTING OR TAKING OF FISH FROM ANOTHER PERSON during tournament hours is strictly prohibited. 51. If a competitor has a personal camera person or crew following him on the water, that person or team must not get in the way of Wild West Bass Youth Series photographers or videographers who are covering the tournament. June 10 is the registration deadline to avoid late fees. I also recognize that WILD WEST BASS YOUTH SERIES cannot guarantee anglers will always stay at least six (6) feet apart due to the inherent nature of angling and related educational events. Moving or stocking fish from one location to another is prohibited. 50 Show up points will be awarded to all contestants. Off the water, they must follow the general guidelines of any media covering the tournament as set forth by Wild West Bass Youth Series Communications and Leadership. Returning WWBYS members is $25 per angler, must have your previous membership ID number to receive the discounted price. maximum of 18 gallons of gasoline in tanks that meet U.S. Coast Guard regulations. ANGLER CODE OF CONDUCT AND SPORTSMANSHIP: Contestants participating in any WWBT event shall abide by this code of conduct and the applicable rules for the event in which they are participating. (4) $100 checks awarded randomly amongst those who are eligible. NO EXCEPTIONS. All #lockitin2021 fees are applied to each. Public comments that an angler knows, or should reasonably know, will harm the reputation of WWBT, WWBT officials or sponsors shall be considered unacceptable conduct and may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to, permanent removal from all WWBT events. The Tournament Director, at his/her sole discretion, may reassign partners prior to the morning take off. Please do credit Wild West Bass Youth Series. THE OFFICIAL LENGTH FOR BASS: shall be determined by the Tournament Director and announced at the Tournament Briefing. All bass must be caught live and in a conventional sporting manner on each day of competition. 2022 APEX CHAMPIONSHIP FOLSOM LAKE TOP-10 BAITS, Late-Day Upgrade Puts Wilson Atop APEX Championship on Folsom, Apex Angle: Ken Mahs Big Bite Flipping Set Up. Presented by: Bridgford. The formidable trail attracts the highest-level anglers to . Weather delays on competition days resulting in half of the tournament day being lost (first flight take-off and check-in) may result in cancellation. CONTESTANTS MUST REMAIN IN BOAT: During the competition days; contestants must not depart the boat to land fish or make the boat more accessible to fishing waters. Any other special rule as deemed by the tournament director and announced prior to blastoff. TACKLE AND EQUIPMENT: Only artificial lures and biodegradable artificial lures may be used. I, the undersigned, do hereby consent to the use by GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series of the image, voice, or both of the minor child under the age of 18 described below, in (1) the video, photograph, or audio recording described below; and (2) any video, photograph, or audio recording reproduced either in whole or in part from the video, photograph or audio recording described below: regardless of whether these materials are used for fundraising, advertising, publicity, or any other purpose on behalf of either the Wild West Bass Youth Series. The WWBT Tournament Director or his/her designee shall attempt to have the location of such polygraph examination as close in proximity to the anglers permanent address or such other mutually convenient location as possible. Prior to the tournament registration, any questionable areas must be brought to the attention of tournament officials to be considered tournament waters and may be announced in the briefing for all to hear. No live bait or prepared bait will be permitted during open practice and competition, except for pork strips or rinds. 23. 6 MEMBERSHIP: WWBT membership is required to participate in any WWBT events. When visually fishing a bed or for bedding bass, to be counted as a legal fish, all bass must be hooked inside the mouth and must be verified by your partner before being unhooked. Boat Captains, please fill out the boat captain membership form if you have not participated in a Youth Series event previously. Entry fees for 2021 remain unchanged. TIES: In case of ties for the Pro and Co-Angler divisions the tiebreaker will be determined by the (1) largest single days weight, (2) if the tie is not broken, largest number of legal fish weighed during competition, (3) if the tie is not broken, the next tiebreaker will be the largest number of legal live fish weighed during competition, (4) if the tie is not broken, the next tiebreaker will be the AOY standings. HORSEPOWER REGULATIONS: MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER FOR ALL OUTBOARD MOTOR BOATS USED IN OPEN TOURNAMENT PRACTICE AND IN TOURNAMENT COMPETITION WILL not exceed the limitations set by the U.S. Coast Guard. if 5 dead fish are brought to the scales that bag is disqualified. About Wild West. Riders or media are allowed with preauthorization of the tournament director. Contestants must fish in an area that is accessible by WWBT staff, media, and camera personnel as deemed by the tournament director. Staggered weigh-in times may be utilized to minimize gathering size. Contestants who do not display operational navigation lights will be moved to the end of the blast offline. Gas must be purchased from a retail gas station. Contestants are also encouraged to wear WWBTs logo on their tournament jerseys. No barges or similar craft willbe permitted. TAXES: Participants are responsible for all applicable taxes, execution of all tax forms and rules on both cash and merchandise awards. I warrant that I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor described below and have the full right and authority to grant this consent on behalf of such minor. Appeals of non-competition rulings must be presented in writing to the Tournament Director within 48 hours from the time and date of ruling for review. Contestants will refrain from arguing, yelling, demeaning, using profanity, or challenging any tournament official. Tournament waters shall be established by the Tournament Director for each tournament. June 17 is the hard deadline. During tournaments, Wild West Bass Youth Series may ask to mount a POV streaming camera in a competitors boat (the footage may be used in Wild West Bass Youth Series web or social media). March 3, 2023 | 2023, News, Oroville Pro/Am 2023, ProAm OROVILLE, Calif. Given the challenging conditions, J.R. Wright said he was happy to find his limit of 12.93 pounds that leads Day 1 of the Wild West Bass Trail Pro-Am on Lake Oroville presented by Price Family Dealership. 40. 3) Spectators are to maintain at least 6ft apart while attending an event if physical distancing is mandated by state/local government. 49. If you don't see the email, check your spam folder. NO BOAT EQUIPPED WITH STICK STEERING SHALL BEPERMITTED. Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon Revenge Jigs Big Bite Baits Swimming Craw -- Find all of your tackle and gear from Tackle Warehouse To compete in any WWBT event you must have an active WWBT Annual Membership. Failure to go through boat check and check-out in themorning or failure to check-in at the check-in point in the afternoon may result in disqualification. Final approval of attire will be determined by the T.D. If you don't see the email, check your spam folder. 9) Parents or legal guardians have an obligation to assess their childs health prior to the event. In all cases where communications are initiated by a contestant, theTournament Director must be called prior. SCORING: Tournament standings and final winners shall be determined by the total weight of each contestants catch during the competition days of the tournament. It is suggested that a minimum of 30 minutes is required for preparation to depart to the check-out point. I also accept all risk of injury, death, disability, loss, or damage to my person or property from this activity and event even if arising from the negligence of anyone associated with this event or other GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series events, its owners, employees, agents, representatives, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims or cause of action (known or unknown). ProAm Championship Qualification includes the best 3 of 4 events. 90% Plus Payback (Cash, Boat, Contingencies) 1:10 Payout. The Wild West Bass Trail (WWBT) is the first and only exclusive west coast Pro/Am tournament series to be televised in its . MEDIA: All official contestants of an event are required to cooperate with the media personnel that covers the event. 12)Acknowledgethat if you or your child cannot travel to an event or must return home, that there is no refund for the event. 59. No spotlights or similar devices will be allowed in practice or during the events days to located fishing locations or fish. All such contact associated with engaging in events at the meetings or events within which anglers participate as members of WILD WEST BASS YOUTH SERIES it involves a certain degree of risk that could result in illness, injury, death, or loss or damage to person or property. As soon as a contestant has caught one more fish than their tournament limit, they must cull a fish immediately to reduce their catch to the tournament limit. Failure to meet those obligations may result in a reduction of Angler of Year Points, fines and/or disqualification from all future WWBT Events. The decision of the Tournament Director, his/her designee, or the rules committee shall be final in all matters. Permission for Use of Image and Minor Talent Release. The Apex Pro Tour is the ultimate showdown for the top anglers on the west coast. In consideration for permission to voluntarily participate in tournaments, events, programs, and related activities conducted by GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series, I acknowledge, appreciate, and agree that the risk of injury, death, disability, loss, or damage to my person or property from the activities involved in this program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death and while rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce the risk, the risk of serious injury or death does exist. The co-angler must buoy or tag each of their fish for identification before placing them in their designated live well. I fully understand that this is a release of liability, and express the assumption of risk and indemnity agreement. i.e. A pre-Tournament meeting will be held online via Facebook Live/Instagram CONTACTS: Seth Starks - Director At the time of check-out, all contestants and their boats shall be in full conformity with all rules set forth by the Tournament Director. However, Wild West Bass Youth Series grants certain exceptions, including the following content rights, to tournament participants: Anglers may use video or still images, shot by the angler during a tournament, for promotional or marketing purposes, and in social media. Harriman State Park, located in Rockland and Orange counties, features over 30 lakes and reservoirs, 200+ miles of hiking trails, three beaches, two public camping areas, a network of group camps, miles of streams and scenic roads, and scores of wildlife species, vistas and vantage points. 44. After the tournament begins, fishing the tournament waters is prohibited except during tournament hours. The rights granted herein shall not confer in myself any rights of ownership in the Project including, without limitation, the copyright thereto, all of which shall be and remain the exclusive property of GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series. Must be present at awards to win. PAYOUT: 100% of WWBYS West Coast Championship Entry Fees go towards CASH SCHOLARSHIPS and PRIZES! All lures must adhere to state regulations. As Parent and/or Guardian of the named angler, I hereby authorize the diagnosis and treatment by a qualified and licensed medical professional, of the minor child, in the event of a medical emergency, which in the opinion of the attending medical professional, requires immediate attention to prevent further endangerment of the minors life, physical disfigurement, physical impairment, or other undue pain, suffering or discomfort, if delayed. In the cases were contestants do not have a tournament jersey of their own, WWBT will provide a WWBT jersey to the contestant. B. Any contestant(s) deemed under the influence by the tournament director may be disqualified. However, Wild West Bass Youth Series grants certain exceptions, including the following content rights, to tournament participants: Anglers may use video or still images, shot by the angler during a tournament, for promotional or marketing purposes, and in social media. 9) Parents or legal guardians have an obligation to assess their childs health prior to the event. WINNINGS. 30. WWBT personnel must be granted access and be able to board any contestants boat at will. You may also live stream during a tournament. 26. 35. Every board member, volunteer, and angling family must evaluate their unique circumstances and make an informed decision before joining or participating in WILD WEST BASS YOUTH SERIES events, WE hope this information will be helpful as you make that choice. Other than using publicly available information (e.g., newspaper and Internet reports) contestants cannot solicit, receive, or gather any information via phone, electronic devices, or any other means about locating or catching fish on tournament waters. 66. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY SITUATION, CONTESTANTS SHOULD CALL 911 FIRST AND ONCE SAFE, NOTIFY TOURNAMENT OFFICIALS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. 8) Any angler presenting symptoms post-arrival during events will be isolated to a designated area until such angler is picked up by a responsible party. The favorable public reputation of WWBT as an organization in the sport of fishing, the integrity of its officials, and the reputation of its media properties are valuable assets and tangible benefits for WWBT. Harriman State Park's major facilities include Lake Welch, Lake Sebago, Sebago Cabin Camp, Lake Tiorati . which are, in WWBTs sole judgment, in poor taste. CO-ANGLER GPS: Co-Anglers are not allowed to carry GPS systems. 8) Any angler presenting symptoms post-arrival during events will be isolated to a designated area until such angler is picked up by a responsible party. Four on the west side of the park, which includes the Glen Iris Inn, Humphrey Nature Center, Upper, Middle and Lower falls, Stone Museum, and the Visitor's Center/Main Office. RULES VIOLATIONS AND APPEALS COMMITTEE: An appeals committee will be established by WWBT which shall be comprised of the tournament director and a minimum of 4 contestants from the advisory board in the event in question. Wild West Bass Youth Series reserves the right to revoke these exceptions, and the angler must remove the tournament-related content if Wild West Bass Youth Series in its discretion believes the content is inappropriate or in any way violates other Wild West Bass Youth Series rules. A designated tournament official must be granted access to the contestants boat at any time during the open practice or competition days. Wild West Bass Youth Series wants to help promote both your brand and the sport of professional bass fishing through its multimedia assets. Contestants are encouraged to pre-sign for events giving them priority entry and also greatly helping the tournament organization with preparation details. Proof of insurance must be with the boat being used and must cover all passengers in that boat. VISIBLE FISH: Anyone guilty of snatching or snagging visible fish will have their catch disqualified. 13) I, the undersigned, as the legal guardian or legal authority to execute this Individual Release and Hold-Harmless Agreement (Release), acknowledge and understand, that as an angler, parent of an angler, or legally responsible agent of an angler at selected events, Waive and release your right to sue GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series, its staff, officers, directors, volunteers, and/or members. THERE SHALL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. An electric trolling motor may be used for slow maneuvering. Memberships to the Wild West Bass Youth Series (WWBYS) is $50 per year and can be purchased at WWBYS MEMBERSHIP, *** If you are interested in member-only benefits, please purchase the membership prior to filling out this form to have the discount applied. Wild West Bass Youth Series may also request the Marshal/Observer operate these, or other (POV, smartphone, or other) cameras. Sunline Super FC Sniper Fluorocarbon 5"-7" Paddle Tail Swimbait --- Find all of your tackle and gear from Tackle Warehouse #WildWestBassTrail Apex Angle: Chatterbaits in Springtime Alpha Angler ChatterBound - 7'2" Medium-Heavy Rod High speed reel Z-Man Chatterbaits 17 lb. The WWBT mobile APP allows WWBT officials to communicate with all its contestants. Checks will be accepted; however, it is the responsibility of each contestant to follow up with WWBT if they have submitted an entry via USPS mail. Boats that do not have factory installed gas tanks are restricted to a 48. Once a contestants catch is measured, counted and verified by a tournament official, that contestant may not return to the boat until their catch has been weighed and recorded. Contestant agrees that the integrity and competitive honesty of fishing contests is paramount to any bass fishing tournament circuits continued existence and success. I further expressly agree that the foregoing release, waiver, and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the law of the state in which the agreement is entered and that if any portion of this agreement is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. Pros will be assigned a boat number according to his/her take off position on day 1. Wild West Bass Youth Series also encourages anglers to send photos, videos, and updates for exposure on our social media pages. I understand that it is the sole responsibility of all boat owners to carry and maintain boat owners liability coverage with limits of no less than $100,000 Each person / $300,000 Each accident or $300,000 CSL. . Failure to have an active/paid membership is grounds for disqualification. Co-Anglers may only fish from the back deck or the lower passenger side seated positions. No dead bass will be eligible for Big Bass awards or prizes. Any bass that appears to have been mangled, mashed, mauled or otherwise altered may be weighed and credited only at the discretion of tournament officials. Each boat must have a U.S. Coast Guard horsepower rating plate attached to the boat by the manufacturer. The contestant must know and observe these dates. CULLING TAGS or clips are allowed. Any candidate for competition who, in the judgment of the Tournament Director, is impaired in such a manner as to endanger the safety and well being of their partner or themselves may not be eligible. I, THE UNDERSIGNED, do knowingly and freely assume all risk referred to above, both known and unknown. When advised by state/local government bodies anglers must wear a cloth face-covering in public settings if they can be safely managed while near another angler, boat captain, spectators, or other persons in the vicinity. Under these two conditions, both contestants catches may be counted without a penalty (except for late penalties, dead fish penalties or other penalties pertaining to other tournament rules) provided that the co-anglers fish are adequately marked so as to provide clear distinction of the pros catch and the co-anglers catch to the tournament director. 53. 11)Acknowledgethat COVID-19 can result in death or serious illness, as explained on the CDC website. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly. The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80- and your key to all-season enjoyment with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities operated by State Parks and the State Dept. The Columbia River Open is limited to 175 boats. Failure to grant such access may result in immediate disqualification. Angler of the Year points will be awarded for the place of the tied position and each contestant will be awarded equal points. June 10th, 2023. 56. Wild West Bass Trail Register Now! Contestants are permitted to transmit by radio or telephone only in the event of an emergency. 11 PRIZES: Prizes will be awarded after the tournament. PRO STANDINGS. Wild West Bass Trail If contestants have any questions they must approach the tournament director. Marshals/Observers are not allowed to operate or work on the competitors personal cameras. 7) A health screening upon your arrival at an event may be conducted by our event health officials, which may include a temperature check. CONTESTANTS ARE ALLOWED TO LEAVE THE BOAT AND SEEK SAFE SHELTER IN BAD WEATHER WHERE DANGER MAY BE IMMINENT. 7 LIABILITY INSURANCE: During the open practice and competition days of any WWBT tournament, no contestant may operate a boat unless that contestant has documented proof of a minimum of $300,000 per occurrence boat owners liability insurance (see participation agreement for full details) covering the boat being used in the tournament. There shall be no excuse for tardiness and in no case shall a contestant be allowed to make up lost time. After proper recognition at the check-inpoint, contestants will be allowed ample time to proceed to the weigh-in site; however, all fishing must cease upon check-in. OFF LIMITS: May 29th- June 7th, 2023: PRACTICE: June 8th-9th: ENTRY DEADLINE: June 9th, 2023 with late Fee 100 boat cap. Release authorized on the dates and/or duration of the registered season. PRO-ANGLER. I also waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photograph or video or audio recording. Contestants must remain in the boat at all times except in case of dire emergency. Permission is hereby granted to the attending physician to proceed with any medical or minor surgical treatment, x-ray examination, and immunizations for the named angler. ENTRY FEE Non- Member $100 per TEAM ($50 per Angler) No WWBYS Membership Required WWBYS Member $75 per TEAM ($37.50 per Angler) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Each Angler and Boat Captain must complete the online registration forms for Open Qualifier. Priorities will be: 1) anglers that sign up for 3 or more events, 2) Anglers signing up with a pro/co combination 3) Date registration was received. I also agree to abide by all rules of the event and have a full understanding of them. No contestants will be allowed on Tournament waters after registration until the first day of competition. 15 FISHABLE WATERS: Fishing within 50 feet of an operating gas pump/dock or within 50 feet of a competitors boat, which is first anchored, is prohibited (Trolling motors must be in up position, anchor rope visible, or shallow water anchoring system deployed to be considered anchored). By executing this agreement, I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless the GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series from any loss, liability, damage or cost GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series may incur due to a presence at any GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series. Contestants will not argue, yell, demean, use profanity, or be disrespectful in any way toward this ruling. In all cases, the Tournament Director and WWBT have the sole discretion to determine whether they or the Advisory Board and/or Rules Committee shall be responsible for adjudicating any given issue or dispute. 2nd place receives 199 points + 50 participation = 249 points Pros are encouraged to carry two Coast Guard approved chest-type life preservers per boat. When advised by state/local government bodies anglers must wear a cloth face-covering in public settings if they can be safely managed while near another angler, boat captain, spectators, or other persons in the vicinity. Adding weight in any way to alter the natural state of any fish caught is prohibited. I agree that the delivery of an e-mail to my designated contact will constitute delivery to me. Each contestant will automatically be entered into the big fish option. PROS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE CO-ANGLER AMPLE SPACE TO ICE FOR FOOD AND DRINK. RESTROOM BREAK: In the event of a needed restroom break partners are allowed to leave the boat upon which all fishing must cease until partners are back together in the boat. Boats must remain in tournament waters during tournament days. Unless for medical reasons they cannot wear a cloth face covering. The Tournament Director or his/her designees shall have sole authority for assessing penalty points. IF mandate will NOT allow any gatherings of people, we may have to cancel the tournament. Any anglers not present for the meeting will automatically be replaced in the rankings. 4) Cloth face coverings are encouraged for anglers, boat captains, and spectatorsbut not requiredunless mandated by state/local government. At 5:01 PM on this day there will be no refunds or transfer of entry fees. 36. For each legal dead bass presented to weigh-in officials, the contestant shall be penalized 0.25 pounds per dead fish to be deducted from their daily score. 67. 1 The Tournament Director may impose actions or rulings deemed appropriate by them, which may include the following without limitation. Memberships are valid for tournament calendar year. Contestants may be allowed to compete under appeal for penalties assessed until a final ruling by Appeals Committee. I also recognize that WILD WEST BASS YOUTH SERIES cannot guarantee anglers will always stay at least six (6) feet apart due to the inherent nature of angling and related educational events. 27. I also accept all risk of injury, death, disability, loss, or damage to my person or property from this activity and event even if arising from the negligence of anyone associated with this event or other GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series events, its owners, employees, agents, representatives, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims or cause of action (known or unknown). Testing of engines after the weigh-in is only allowed with permission from the Tournament Director. A competitor is required to comply, even if he already has a personal camera mounted in his boat. If the tie is not broken by applying the foregoing procedures, the tie will remain a tie. Any entries after this date; pro late fee is $50 and co-angler late fee is $25. Difference Maker: Johns said the most important element of his setup was the 10-pound By David A. - Entry fees increased to $80 per tournament and $120 for the championship - a lunker largemouth and lunker smallmouth category for each tournament - dead fish penalty increased from 0.25 lbs to 0.5 lbs per fish. It is suggested the Pro contestant have a safety check with the Co-Angler each day prior to the launch to familiarize the location of all safety equipment. End of year point tiebreakers shall be total weights from full field days for the season. TOBACCO PRODUCTS: The use of any tobacco products or smoking prior to/during takeoff, from check-in through weigh-in, and while cameras are present is prohibited. DO I NEED A BOAT AND TEAMMATE? Permission is also granted to the WILD WEST BASS YOUTH SERIES and its affiliates including Directors, Boat Captains, and Team Parents to provide the needed emergency treatment prior to the childs admission to the medical facility.
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