66. 58. ALL BASS WILL BE MEASURED ON A FLAT BOARD WITH THE MOUTH OPEN. Each angler of aTEAM must fill out and pay their own Open Qualifier Registration fee. Appeals for penalties assessed must be presented in writing 48 hours from the time and date of ruling to the Tournament Director. 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. 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. On a tight leaderboard, with only. 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. 41. Co-Anglers may only fish from the back deck or the lower passenger side seated positions. 9 FINAL ENTRY DATE:Via mail/phone is 5:00 pm local time or online/APP entries until 11:59 PM2 days prior to first practice day the week of the event, check the WWBT website for all deadline dates. Quick Link:. 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. Contestants are responsible for research of fishing and boating regulations. I agree to abide by all rules, bylaws, and guidelines of this event and hereby release all parties from any responsibility. Local pro Luke Johns turned in a convincing performance by catching the winning fish on a 1/4-ounce Owner football head with a 3.3 Keitech Swing Impact Fat. In social media, you may use hashtags #WWBYS or tag @WWBYouthseries to amplify and spread your post to our social fans. GreenFish Marketing LLCholds the content rights to the tournaments it owns and operates. WWBT may, however, restrict the use of patches, logos, signage, etc. Note: A tournament calendar year may start in the fall prior. In social media, you may use hashtags #WWBYS or tag @WWBYouthseries to amplify and spread your post to our social fans. Contestants who do not display operational navigation lights will be moved to the end of the blast offline. DISQUALIFICATION SUSPENSION: Any disqualification suspension from or other disciplinary action regarding any tournament or fishing organization shall be grounds for rejecting any application for participation in a WWBT tournament and/or disqualification from a WWBT tournament after circumstances are reviewed by the Tournament Director. Based on 100 Boat Field. 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. ADVISORY BOARD: An Advisory Board will be established by WWBT. 2) Anglers will not be permitted to share the front or rear deck spaceifthere is a physical distancing regulation mandated by a government entity, keeping contact minimized to times when anglers are seated while the main outboard is on. WWBYS Open Qualifier Registration - Jotform 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. 17 COMPETITION DAYS 1 & 2: WWBT will span three competition days with the full field of pros and co-anglers participating in on days one and two. WINNINGS. Refusing to comply may result in a penalty or tournament disqualification. IF mandate is in place, Spectators to be limited to Parents/Guardians and siblings of anglers. 54. If there are stories written about you or by you appearing on our social media, Wild West Bass Youth Series grants permission to link to these stories and any others on our social media pages. 122. 200 POINT SYSTEM FOR ALL WWBT SERIES: One Point System per Place Points for each event will be based on a 200-point scale. Exact starting and check-in times will be announced at the Tournament Briefing. RECEIVING, ACCEPTING OR TAKING OF FISH FROM ANOTHER PERSON during tournament hours is strictly prohibited. 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. 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. Contestants may call WWBT to confirm potential practice partners. I also waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photograph or video or audio recording. I, THE UNDERSIGNED, do knowingly and freely assume all risk referred to above, both known and unknown. Kayak Pro Tour. Memberships are valid for tournament calendar year. By executing this document, I knowingly and voluntarily assent to the following non-exhaustive list of precautionary measures to be administered at times, frequency, and locations of WILD WEST BASS YOUTH SERIES choosing: 1) Anglers are encouraged to bring their own hand sanitizer or disinfecting wipes with them to each tournament/event. 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. Other rigs as specified above may be in boat ready for use; however, only ONE is permitted in use at any given time. The Tournament Director or his/her designees shall have sole authority for assessing penalty points. Here are the 2021 #lockitin links for all Wild West Bass Trail events. 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. THERE SHALL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. TACKLE AND EQUIPMENT: Only artificial lures and biodegradable artificial lures may be used. All bass must be caught live and in a conventional sporting manner on each day of competition. By executing this document, I knowingly and voluntarily assent to the following non-exhaustive list of precautionary measures to be administered at times, frequency, and locations of WILD WEST BASS YOUTH SERIES choosing: 1) Anglers are encouraged to bring their own hand sanitizer or disinfecting wipes with them to each tournament/event. OFF LIMITS: May 29th- June 7th, 2023: PRACTICE: June 8th-9th: ENTRY DEADLINE: June 9th, 2023 with late Fee 100 boat cap. 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. Only ONE (1) casting, spin casting or spinning rod and reel may be used at any one time. If the child knowingly participates in an event with any of the symptoms in relation to COVID-19 this will be ruled as unsportsmanlike conduct and the board will make a decision on whether the child will be allowed to attend future events. An electric trolling motor may be used for slow maneuvering. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. Brown 1. In all cases where communications are initiated by a contestant, theTournament Director must be called prior. Contestants are encouraged to pre-sign for events giving them priority entry and also greatly helping the tournament organization with preparation details. TOWING BOATS: on trailers during tournament hours is prohibited, except by the direction of tournament officials. No alcoholic beverages, other stimulants or depressants, prescription or otherwise, shall be allowed in the boats during the open practice or competition days or when in the weigh-in area. DO I NEED A BOAT AND TEAMMATE? Marshals/Observers are not allowed to operate or work on the competitors personal cameras. Wild West Bass Trail Register - Wild West Bass Trail | Facebook 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. 3) Spectators are to maintain at least 6ft apart while attending an event if physical distancing is mandated by state/local government. 55. REGISTRATION: Each contestant must register in person with official WWBT staff at the time and place designated in the schedule of events. 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. Stringers, ropes, caging, barrels or use of any other type of device to hold fish with the intent of catching or utilizing them to count for your or anyone elses daily catch is prohibited. Wild West Bass Trail entry fees for the team championship event are $335 per boat, with two anglers per boat. 29. Professional and amateur designations are not applicable in the California team. Failure to have an active/paid membership is grounds for disqualification. CHAMPIONSHIP INVITATIONAL QUALIFICATION: CHAMPIONSHIP INVITATIONAL QUALIFICATION: Thetop 75Pros and Co-Anglers based on the Angler of the Year (AOY) points who fish 3 events will receive an invitation to the Championship Invitational. Member teams will pay a total of $75 per event. 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. 50 Show up points will be awarded to all contestants. 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. 9) Parents or legal guardians have an obligation to assess their childs health prior to the event. Contestants may be allowed to compete under appeal. 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. Riders or media are allowed with preauthorization of the tournament director. I(We)agree to submit to a polygraph examination and understand that failure to pass the examination will result in disqualification. 50 OFFICIAL CHECKPOINT: There shall be only one official checkpoint for check-out in the morning, and one official check-in point in the afternoon which will be designatedat the tournament briefing. THE OFFICIAL LENGTH FOR BASS: shall be determined by the Tournament Director and announced at the Tournament Briefing. You may also grab photos from social media to promote yourself and the club. If after the emergency situation is resolved by tournament officials and enough time is left for the contestant to resume fishing, a RESTART may be allowed, and the contestant will continue, and their catch will be counted. No contestant may buy or barter a fishing location from anyone for use during any competition day. 47. No jet-propelled boats. 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. All contestants are bound by the prevailing statutes and regulations of the various states within which they fish. 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. 3 Disqualification from the current tournament. I also hereby grant GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series the exclusive right to reproduce, digitize and edit the Work at GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series sole discretion, to publicly perform, publicly display and distribute the Work in any advertising, promotion, and production-related to the Project or any related program produced by GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series. All USPS entries must be received by the WWBT office by the published deadline date. BOAT AND MOTOR: For the safety of all contestants during OPEN PRACTICE AND COMPETITION, ALL BOATS MUST BE MINIMUM OF 16 FEET IN LENGTH, Pros are encouraged to carry two Coast Guard approved chest-type life preservers per boat. This Advisory Board may be asked to help resolve appeals/protests with regards to rules violations. $100 to the highest finishing team with Yamamoto baits in the boat. Tournament officials shall have no responsibility for finding missing partners. Owner, Wild West Bass Trail. If contestants have any questions they must approach the tournament director. 20. Itis an obligation of contestants to refrain from public comments that unreasonablyattack or disparages the integrity of tournaments, tournament officials, sponsors, fellow members, fellow contestants or the WWBT organization. Scouting, pre-fishing or other practice related activities prior to or after weigh-in is not allowed once the tournament has begun. Pro/Am | Wild West Bass Trail The formidable trail attracts the highest-level anglers to . P-Line $100 to the highest finishing team with P-Line in the boat. If so equipped, contestants may listen to the marine-band weather information. 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 may not have non-contestants cut, dig, or removed obstructions once the off-limits period begins all the way through the conclusions of the event to access any water. Contestants are expected to compete every day for which they are qualified; failure to do so may result in ineligibility to compete in future WWBT tournaments. PROS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE CO-ANGLER AMPLE SPACE TO ICE FOR FOOD AND DRINK. MAXIMUM COURTESY: must always be practiced, especially regarding boating and angling near non-contestants who may be on tournament waters. POLYGRAPH: By signature on the WWBT Series participation agreement or the official entry form, each contestant agrees to submit to a polygraph examination and abide by its conclusion should he/she be accused of any rule violation. 11)Acknowledgethat COVID-19 can result in death or serious illness, as explained on the CDC website. Only water open to all public fishing will be considered tournament waters. 23. 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. 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. Upon request, Pros must make a back seat available for co-anglers each competition day. 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. Dead fish determinations will be made by WWBT staff member(s) in charge of the bump tank. Contestants failing to register in person during the prescribed hours may result in disqualification. OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT DAYS (FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY). 27. Duringa competition, each boat passenger must wear a Coast Guard-approved chest-type life preserver anytime the combustion engine is operating. $100 to the highest finishing team with P-Line in the boat. Permission for Use of Image and Minor Talent Release. 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. PLACE. 122. 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. Contestants are also encouraged to wear WWBTs logo on their tournament jerseys. Operational navigation lights must be illuminated from takeoff to the first stop of each day. Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. No live bait or prepared bait will be permitted during open practice and competition, except for pork strips or rinds. No barges or similar craft willbe permitted. Must be present at awards to win. This authorization is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me. A designated tournament official must be granted access to the contestants boat at any time during the open practice or competition days. 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. Tournament waters may also be restricted at any time because of bad weather. A competitor is required to comply, even if he already has a personal camera mounted in his boat. 57.LATE PENALTY: Contestants who are not at the official check-in point, as described at the appointed time shall be penalized at the rate of one pound per minute late to be deducted from 1) Any big bass award and 2) The total weight of his/her catch for that day. THE OFFICIAL LENGTH FOR BASS SHALL BE 13 UNLESS DICTATED OTHERWISE BY LOCAL REGULATIONS. End of year point tiebreakers shall be total weights from full field days for the season. 45. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY SITUATION, CONTESTANTS SHOULD CALL 911 FIRST AND ONCE SAFE, NOTIFY TOURNAMENT OFFICIALS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. 2) Anglers will not be permitted to share the front or rear deck spaceifthere is a physical distancing regulation mandated by a government entity, keeping contact minimized to times when anglers are seated while the main outboard is on. Boats may fish anywhere except areas designated as off limits or no fishing by Local, State or Federal officials or as posted on the Tournament Information page or announced by Tournament Director. Wild West Bass Youth Series also encourages anglers to send photos, videos, and updates for exposure on our social media pages. At check-in, all boats shall identify themselves by means of the numbers described in and proceed immediately to the designated weigh-in area. 65. 64. In the cases were contestants do not have a tournament jersey of their own, WWBT will provide a WWBT jersey to the contestant. Contestants renting boat slips may launch boats and proceed immediately to slip location. 5) The weigh-in setup and procedure will be under the advisement of the adult supporting circuit and may include contactless weigh-in. No contestants will be allowed on Tournament waters after registration until the first day of competition. 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. All lures must adhere to state regulations. The membership fee is $60.00 per contestant per year. LOGOS AND/OR SIGNAGE: Contestants are encouraged to wear his/her own clothing which may bear patches, logos and other signage promoting the anglers sponsors. 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. VIOLATION OR INFRACTION: EACH CONTESTANT AGREES TO REPORT TO THE TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR IMMEDIATELY ANY VIOLATION OR INFRACTION OF ANY TOURNAMENTRULES. I agree that the delivery of an e-mail to my designated contact will constitute delivery to me. 31. Any act of a contestant which reflects unfavorably upon efforts to promote fisheries conservation, clean waters and courtesy shall be a reason for disqualification. 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. Gas tanks must be properly secured or strapped in a boat. Wild West Bass Trail Register Now! Release authorized on the dates and/or duration of the registered season. Unless otherwise specified, all official times are specific to local host community. Click only ONE of the options below, to populate the correct amount due. The co-angler must buoy or tag each of their fish for identification before placing them in their designated live well. 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, said angler upon being present at any event, may have personal contact with adults, children, and angler members and spectators. However, penalties assessed will remain until a final ruling by the Appeals Committee. As a general rule, WWBT views this as a 20-foot fiberglass bass boat similar to a Ranger Z520L with the motor trimmed down under its own power. I(We) agree that I have fully read and accept the Official Rules of this Tournament. These risks include but are not limited to infection and transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus. SAFETY: Safe boat conduct must always be observed by contestants. Fees are $550 for pros and $275 for "co" or amateur . The limit shall be 5 of the above species and varieties per day unless otherwise specified by tournament officials (example hot weather/fish care concerns). 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. $1,200. BOAT IDENTIFICATION: Prior to each days start, each boat MUST be given an inspection check by a tournament official. 33. Changing or altering standard factory parts of a contestants engine to increase the horsepower over the factory horsepower rating is forbidden and will result in disqualification. Rules for special tournaments may differ from those contained herein. Various states require withholding tax on merchandise be paid upon the awarding of certificates and contestants awarded merchandise certificates in these various states are responsible for remitting this tax to WWBT. Entry Fee Breakdown: Non-Member teams will pay a total of $100 per event. Refusing to comply may result in a penalty or tournament disqualification. Difference Maker: Johns said the most important element of his setup was the 10-pound By David A. The Tournament Director may seek the advisement of the Advisory Board or Rules Committee: 1 Reduction of competition hours as determined by the Tournament Director. Contestants are allowed to call lockmasters for locking purposes only. 30. 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). Appeals hearings shall take place within seven (7) business days from the date of receipt of the written appeal and all parties must make themselves available at the prescribed time of the hearing. 62. Sharing of baits, tackle, and fishing information by confirmed pro contestants is allowed with any confirmed contestant in a WWBT event. I also waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photograph or video or audio recording. Decisions of the appeals committee shall be final. 3) Spectators are to maintain at least 6ft apart while attending an event if physical distancing is mandated by state/local government. PROTEST AND REPORTING PROCEDURE: ALL PROTESTS MUST BE BROUGHT TO THE TOURNAMENT DIRECTORS ATTENTION VIA VERBAL NOTIFICATION AND THEN SUBMIT A WRITTEN PROTEST WITHIN THIRTY (30) MINUTES OF THE LAST FLIGHT CHECK-IN TO THE TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR OR DESIGNATED TOURNAMENT OFFICIAL. CONTESTANTS WHO SIGN UP FOR THREE OR MORE EVENTS WILL RECEIVE PRIORITY ENTRY. 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. 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. 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. The decision of the Tournament Director, his/her designee, or the rules committee shall be final in all matters. No spotlights or similar devices will be allowed in practice or during the events days to located fishing locations or fish. WWBT will provide as much advance notice as possible to the contestants in such instances. 11 PRIZES: Prizes will be awarded after the tournament. Must weigh a legal fish per tournament to receive AOY points for that event. The WWBT Tournament Director or rules committee or such person designated by the Tournament Director shall have the discretion to determine the need for a polygraph examination. No portable gas tanks or containers capable of holding gasoline can be placed anywhere on the tournament waters or shoreline for use by any tournament contestant. 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. Any entries after this date; pro late fee is $50 and co-angler late fee is $25. Contestant agrees that the integrity and competitive honesty of fishing contests is paramount to any bass fishing tournament circuits continued existence and success. Wild West Bass Youth Series West Coast Championship 2021-2022 West Coast Championship Entry Fee $75 (Per Angler) Total $150 (Per Team) TEAM Registration, only one submission per angler, please. 3:01 is considered one minute late, etc. 46. Failure to grant such access may result in immediate disqualification. EVENT ENTRY FEE $855 - PRO $430 - NON-BOATER WINNINGS 90% Payback 1 to 5 Payout CONTINGENCIES Yamamoto $100 to the highest finishing team with Yamamoto baits in the boat. Click each link to view 2021 schedule. BASIC BOAT EQUIPMENT: During open practice and competition, every boat must have all required Coast Guard safety equipment as well as a functional bilge pump.