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Accessorize Your Accessories...............06 Tournament Trail............................17

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 Accessorize Your
Cody Greaney
Accessories
W alking the isles of a fishing retail
store, bass fishermen are notorious for
wanting and needing at least one item
on every peg. Its a wonder why some
anglers boats cant gain the maximum
speed advertised in the brochure. Have
the manufacturers accounted for the extra
nine hundred and twelve pounds of what
if s? Disclaimer: I can only make these
accusations due to
my realization that I
am just the same. My
name is Cody, and
I have a problem
Chartreuse, curly
tails, weighted hooks,
line conditioner and
Colorado blades
have kept me away
from the obligations I
otherwise ought to be
focusing on.
After spending at least
a hundred dollars on
a rod and another
hundred on a reel,
its not near enough
to leave it as is. Its time to accessorize
your accessories. You cant just reel your
baits to the end of the fishing rod. You
must have a place to hook your bait closer
to the reel in order to tuck it in your rod
locker. Brilliant, a hook keeper near the
reel, exactly what is need! After a day of
reeling in monster fish, a fatigued finger
and thumb can only be relieved with
reel grips to soften the blow. If that is
not enough, there is a full rod cover that
will protect your rods from UV rays and
scratching. While you are at it, you can
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make the covers color specific for easy
identification.
Next is what to do with all of those bags
of baits? Some anglers have plastic boxes
that nicely separate colors, shapes and
sizes. Others use a worm book much
like a binder with pockets. Then there are
clips mounted inside a panel of your boat
to hang the bags from. For those who are
sickly engrossed with the addictive traits rod, or truck accessory is just that, an
of baits, its a combination of them all.
I am not sure that there is enough room
for the conversation of boat accessories
compartment lights, clips, trolling
motors, plugs, tackle systems, net storage,
electronics , rod storage and I am just
beginning. Many of these items are now
being built into the original construction
by boat companies in order to appeal to
appeal to specific clientele which they are
working to gain, The Bass-Aholics.
What about the times your truck is not
attached to your bass boat? Truck hitches
must have a bass covering the trailer
ball! If not, at least a bass sticker on the
window will suffice. Im not even going
to try and explain the complexity of my
trucks back window. If you are sitting
at a stop light behind me and cant tell
Im a fisherman, then there has got to
be something wrong with you!
From your everyday
attire, to something to
mow the yard in, it has
got to be covered in a
fishing logo of some sort.
The funny thing is that
most of the time we pay
to advertise for these
companies! Brilliant idea
and we all buy into it.
Hmm, should I wear the
lure manufacturers shirt,
the sunglass company
shirt, or the boat brand
shirt?
Do we have a problem?
For most (non-fishing
types) a boat, fishing
accessory. For bass fisherman, its a way
of life. We are so often lead to believe that
the accessories we have will help win us
that next tournament or assist in landing
that fish of a life time. Looking back on
my early years of fishing, it was a much
simpler way of life; one box of tackle, a
couple rods and a good night of rest was
all it took to get me going. As time has
gone on, I am still looking for the one last
accessory that will land the big un.
Fish ON!
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 Cheryl Bowden
Lady Bass Anglers
Cheryl Bowden
Association
L ady Bass Anglers Association is a group
of women who have joined together to
reach the shared dream of having a professional
tournament trail that; meets our need to bond
with other likeminded women; provides the
opportunity for us to earn a reasonable return
on our financial investments; understands
where our financial obligations lie; and allows
us to provide our sponsors with a positive
return on their investment.
Our mission is to provide
women with an opportunity
to fish professionally, to grow
the sport of bass fishing and to
build a program that will allow
future generations of young
ladies with the opportunity to
fish competitively against other
women if they so choose.
In May of 2010, a new chapter in
the history of professional bass
fishing unfolded in Kentucky
as women anglers from all corners of the US
converged on Moors Resort and Marina in
Paducah, Kentucky to discuss the future of
womens bass fishing and to compete in a
tournament pairing boaters and non-boaters.
Professional anglers Secret York and Cheryl
Bowden organized this momentous event.
We are impressed with the enthusiasm and
willingness of everyone who played a part
in the formation of the Lady Bass Anglers
Association said Bowden. Even if someone did
not attend this event, he/she can still volunteer
to help. Cheryl also announced the dates
for the first Lady Bass Anglers Associations
tournament on September 16-18, 2010 which
will kick off the 2011 events. This tournament
will take place in Russellville, Arkansas on
Lake Dardanelle. There will be two divisions:
Professional and Co-Angler. More information
on the entry fees, payouts and rules will be
released after the Board of Directors meeting
takes place in early July.
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When ESPN/BASS announced the
termination of the Womens Bassmaster Tour
in early January, women anglers were left in
limbo. While many of the ladies scrambled
to enter other predominately male fishing
events before the fields were full, they were still
saddened by the fact that they could no longer
compete with the life-long friends they had
made over the years fishing with just the girls.
Two respected touring pros decided it was time
the women took charge of their own future.
Cheryl Bowden of Texas and Secret York of
Kentucky went to work immediately with a
plan to organize a new womens trail Our goal
is to establish a trail run by women anglers
for women anglers, Bowden said. Bowden
and York see this as a win win situation
for everyone. Not only does this create the
opportunity to continue fishing professionally
with other women, but as women anglers we
have a voice in the direction of a future tour
and the means of creating quality sponsorship
opportunities. York said.
The event in May was a great success. In the pro
division, Robbie Hartline of Forisell, Missouri,
took first place with five fish weighing 13.85
pounds. Second place went to Patti Campbell
of Waxachie, Texas, and third to Secret York of
Benton, Kentucky. In the co-angler division,
Donna Newberry of Van Buren, Arkansas
took first with five fish weighing 12.4 pounds.
Second went to Jennifer Helgrin of Park City,
Illinois, and third went to Leslie Lively of
Grapeland, Texas.
All in all, everything turned out, said York.
We want to thank our sponsors who made
our event possible: SHE Outdoor Apparel,
Moors Resort and Marina, Castaway Graphite
Rods, Ray Barga and Associates, Inc.,
Sportsmens Edge Triton Boat dealership, West
Kentucky LED, Todali Lures,
Necessity Jigs, Nite Owl Media
Productions, Triton Boats,
Dave Stewarts Big Bass Guide
Service, North Texas Marine
Triton dealership, Legend
Boats, BassCat Boats , Phoenix
Boats, and Skeeter Boats.
Lady Bass Anglers Association
is currently developing a
Website so people can learn
about the organization and
stay up to date on our events.
Look for us at www.ladybassanglers.com. In
the mean time, people can catch up and learn
more about the Lady Bass Anglers Association
at www.cherylbowden.net or on our Facebook
Page. Also anyone with questions may contact:
Cheryl Bowden
214-738-7518
Cbowden1212@tx.rr.com
or
Secret York
270-748-9041
secret.york@mchsi.com
Texas Bass Fishing Magazine | Summer 2010
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Story by Russ Clarke
Illustrations by Jason Yates

O ne things for sure, the transition between spring and summer in Texas happens
faster than tying on your favorite spinnerbait. Every year throughout Texas,
temperatures begin to flirt with the nineties in May and could easily hit the century
mark by early July. As water temperatures began to rise, and largemouth begin
for cover they can stage on that
their move from post spawn to their summer patterns, bass will become more
provides some form of shade and size
and more aggressive early while turning fairly predictable as the day heats up. The
to ambush from at deeper depths.
decision to get out and sweat a little on those muggy mornings and super hot days
can really pay off if youre willing to stick it out. With that being said, summertime
When working these main lake point patterns, try working the old ball and chain
bass fishing is no different than any other time of year in terms of understanding
(Carolina Rig) across, down the middle, and off the breaks of the point. The key
how they move, feed and relate to cover during the summer migrations. There are
to successfully working a Carolina Rig, is to keep it moving and stopping slightly
typically three productive patterns that work well during the dog days of summer;
only on contact regardless of how subtle. The typical Carolina Rig bite can be as
however the key is to understand when to move and when to stay.
faint as a slight tick, spongy feel, or just a heavy feeling.

The ever popular early morning bite is a favorite for those of us who love great
As it gets later in the day, keeping track of water temps during mid day hours will
top water action. When targeting early morning largemouth, try tying on a white
be key in helping you determine your next move. The third and most productive
or chartreuse buzz bait and work down banks adjacent to the main lake or large
summertime structure pattern is the brush pile. When the sun is high and water
secondary creek points. The banks that produce best are those holding old beanie
temps are approaching the 90s, brush piles are your best bet at putting together
stems, standing timber, and isolated lay downs in water about 2 or more in depth.
a great day on the water. When locating productive brush piles, the one thing to
These fish are typically on the feed and will look for cover they can easily ambush
from. The trick here is keeping up with
the water temp. Water temperatures will
usually be in the mid to high 70s early in
the morning and will move up quickly as
the sun rises.

As the sun begins to break the horizon, and

the water temp reaches the mid 80s start
working back out to the main lake points
that hold larger standing timber and/or
large grass mats that extend out into 10
or more in depth. Main lake points that
have a well defined underwater point with
a depth of 15 or more at the end of the
point will produce the best. As the water
quickly heats up, bass will begin to look

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 Carolina rigs are probably the most consistent in producing
good fish time and time again, and if the weather permits
jigs and big Texas Rigged worms or lizards can produce the
fish of a lifetime. We all know Texas summers are brutal,
and to better enjoy ourselves and make sure we remain safe
on the water.
Always stock your coolers with ice and water
Snacks
Keep enough sunscreen for everyone

As always, be safe on the water, think conservation and

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consider are their specific locations. Not all summertime brush

piles are productive; those that are located at the junction or
adjacent to deep ditches, main creek channels and distinctive
breaks on main lake humps provide the best chance for catching
a ton of fish.

Once you locate a few brush piles to fish, try a few different
presentations to find out how active and what the fish are in
the mood for. Deep diving crankbaits that can reach brush piles
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Matt Williams

C hris Fontenot is admittedly more of a lover

than he is a fighter, but the personable bass pro/
fishing guide from Nacogdoches, Tx., still likes getting into
a good, old fashioned brawl every now and then. He always
likes it best when a burly largemouth delivers the first punch,
especially when the violent blow comes from the blind side
and there is an unsuspecting frog lure on the receiving end.

Frog fishing is one my favorite things to do -- I love it, said

Fontenot. Its not something that will work every day, but
when the bass are on it the bite can be almost like magic.
L onnie Stanley can relate to Fontenot's
frog fishin' phobia. A veteran lure maker and five-
time Bassmaster Classic qualifier from Huntington, Tx.,
Stanley has witnessed the brutal assault hundreds of times
on lakes across Texas and beyond. Not surprisingly, he says
the game never gets old no matter how many times he plays

L onnie itStanley
it. If anything, can relate
becomes more to Fontenots
entertaining with frog
time.fishin
A veteran lure maker and five-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier from
phobia.

Huntington, Tx., Stanley has witnessed the brutal assault hundreds of times on
"Of all the ways there are to catch a bass, none can compare
lakes across Texas and beyond. Not surprisingly, he says the game never gets old
with the excitement
no matter thatheKermit
how many times plays it. can dish out,"
If anything, Stanley
it becomes said.
more entertaining
"At
withtimes,
time. the strikes can be so violent that it almost seems

like you are playing self defense out there."

Of all the ways there are to catch a bass, none can compare with the excitement
that Kermit can dish out, Stanley said. At times, the strikes can be so violent that
it almost seems like you are playing self defense out there.
T he vexing affinity bass have towards frogs comes natural. Toads rank pretty
low on the aquatic food chain. Bass rank close to the top. When Kermit goes
skimming across a grassy flat or gurgling across a stand of lily pads, the temptation
is often more than Micropterus salmoides can stand.
Bass are natural born head hunters and they rarely hold anything back when they
wage war on a frog. Often times, the strike is so vicious that it can be heard from
100 yards away on windless summer day. Therein lies a big part of the attraction
bass anglers have for these baits. Simply put, we are wolves for excitement and
gluttons for punishment. Frog baits feed both obsessions. They also can help add
some serious weight to a tournament sack if the timing is right.

To wit:
Fontenot and his team partner, Jaret Latta, have put together a banner season in
2010 that at last count included eight Top 10s and one win on various regional
circuits. According to Fontenot, Kermit has played a major role in their success all
year long. We have used the frog in every tournament and caught a lot of key fish
on it, he said. Plus, it helped us locate some big fish that we ultimately caught
using other baits. In the segments that follow, the two anglers discuss the ins and
outs of fishing a frog while sharing some valuable tips to to help you score next
time you take Kermit for stroll:

Anatomy of a Frog
There are two styles of frogs -- the floating hollow body and buzz frog. The angler
imparts the action on a hollow body frog by using a combination of rod tip and
wrist action to make it dance side-to-side or walk the dog. A stop-and-go retrieve
can be productive, as well. Especially when throwing a popper-style frog with a
cupped nose. The hollow body usually comes pre-rigged with a double hook,
which rides snug against the hindquarters to resist fouling on weeds or brush.
The frogs body compresses when the bass eats it, thus exposing the hooks. While
there are easily more than dozen companies that make hollow bodies, Fontenots
favorite is the Spro Bronzeye, mainly because it has a serious hook with plenty of
bite. The hook sticks up a good half inch when the body compresses, he said.
Thats critical in my opinion. The wide bite naturally increases the chances of a
fish getting hooked and staying buttoned.

Soft plastic buzz frogs have two legs and feet that sputter and churn as the bait
is retrieved across the surface, thus the title buzz frog. The amount of thump

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displaced by the legs and feet can vary immensely
from one frog to the next. As a rule, buzz frogs with
boot-shaped feet create more surface commotion
than those with flat feet. Based on his experience,
SPRO Bronzeye Frog
Stanley says there should be slots reserved for both
styles of toads in every bass anglers arsenal.
The SPRO Bronzeye is the perfect frog lure to be fished in heavy cover or in open water.
Hollow body frogs and buzz frogs are like Texas Designed to cast long distances. Specially weighted to land on its belly cast after cast.
rig worms and spinnerbaits, he said. They are
two different animals, each with a purposed. A
hollow body might work better in some situations
than a buzz frog and vice versa. It could have
something to do with type of cover you are The SPRO Bronzeye Popper Frog is designed
fishing, or the mood of the fish. Its always a good weedless and attracts bass out of the thickest
idea to have both. cover with a loud popping sound made by its
specially curved mouth.
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Good Places, When and
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Frogs will produce in wide open spaces, but tend
to work best when fished in shallow, clear water, the legs and feet churning. Occasionally, he will stop the bait and let it fall into
usually in relation to aquatic vegetation, brush, bushes, stumps, docks and other isolated holes and pockets to antagonize bass that may not be aggressive enough
cover bass use to ambush unsuspecting prey. Spring, summer and fall are optimum to snatch it off the surface.
seasons to take froggy for a stroll.
Buzz Factors
Not all buzz frogs are created equal. Zooms Horny Toad has a thick body, thin
legs and flat feet that curl inward. The feet and legs flutter as the bait comes across
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Fontenot likes to throw the Bronzeye when targeting bass that are hanging tight to
willows bushes or beneath overhanging tree limbs and boat docks, mainly because
the baits physical design lends itself to skipping. It takes some practice, but once
you get it down that bait will skip like a flat rock, he said. You can skip it way
up into tight spots you cant reach with other baits, and it really seems to aggravate
the fish.

Stanley says buzz frogs can be effective around docks and brush, but as a rule these
baits are more at home traversing lily pads, pepper grass, eel grass and hydrilla
beds. He likes to target water 1-4 feet deep in close proximity to a creek channel or
drop off. He pointed out that edges, points, holes or pockets in weed beds, or areas
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 The ZOOM Horny Toad can be utilized at all Sp e c i a l i t y Ta c t i c =
depths, and it can be flipped and pitched. But
ultimately, its at its best fished weightless and
Sp e c i a l t y To o l s
buzzed or hopped near the surface. ZOOM Horny Toad
Like other specialty tactics, frog fishing
demands speciality gear in order to be
most effective. * Brooms and Braid: Both
anglers said the ideal buzz frog rod should
be a broom stick and a rocket launcher
wrapped into the same package. A heavy-
action stick around seven feet in length
STANLEY with a fast tip action will usually fill the
Double Take Hook bill. I like a rod with enough back bone to
drive the hook into the bass jaw and horse
The STANLEY Double Take holds the STANLEY Ribbit a large fish out of thick cover, Stanley
toad secure at the rear by hooking through said. I also want some tip action so I
the base of each leg and at the nose using can make long casts. Fontenot prefers a
The STANLEY Ribbit can be worked weedless over logs, grass
a spring keeper. The hooks ride flat on top rod with slightly lighter action for hollow
beds, and lily pads. With its unique foot design that kicks up and
of the frogs rump without restricting the
gurgles water, fish wont be able to resist. Rigged properly you can bodies, especially when skipping baits
enticing action of the legs and boot-shaped
work this lure almost anywhere.
feet. around bushes and docks. His choice is a
seven foot All-Star designed for Carolina
rigging. The pros said braided line with a

The Ribbits tune is more radical. It has thin legs and boot-shaped feet turned
at an inward angle. The foot design kicks up water and creates a thumping,
gurgling noise and leaves a distinctive bubble trail on a steady retrieve. Its
almost like a buzz bait, Fontenot said. Bass hate it. As much as Stanley likes to
throw the Ribbit, he says there times when quiet can be better. Thats often the
case in dead calm conditions, he said. As a rule, the Ribbit tends to work best
when there is some ripple or light chop on the surface. Thats why it is always a
good idea to keep both styles handy. If one isnt working, try the other. The bass
will let you know which one they want.

breaking strength of at least 50-pound test is essential for frog fishing. Fontenot
is a Sufix guy. Stanley prefers Power Pro. Fish a frog without braid and you are
asking for trouble, Fontenot said. Its super strong. Plus, it has zero stretch to
improve hooksets and it cuts through grass like a knife.

* Reels and Hooks: Stanley and Fontenot prefer a high-speed baitcaster with a gear
ratio of at least 6.7:1 to get their frogs up and running and to recover line quickly.
Even more important is a high quality hook. As earlier mentioned, hollow bodies
are sold with hooks pre-rigged. Buzz frogs are not.

There are a several good buzz frog hooks on the market, but Fontenot contends that
none compare to the Stanley Double Take, a long shank double hook introduced
earlier this year. Though it was designed around the Stanley Ribbit and Zoom
Horny Toad, the hook matches nicely with some other brands, as well.

The Double Take holds the toad secure at the rear by hooking through the base of
each leg and at the nose using a spring keeper. The hooks ride flat on top of the
frogs rump without restricting the enticing action of the legs and boot-shaped
feet. Stanley said the design naturally turns more frog strikes into solid hook-ups.
A lot of the strikes you get on Ribbit are directed at the legs and feet, because
that is where the action is at, he said. The Double Take catches a lot of fish
that might miss a traditional single hook. Plus, it keeps them buttoned up much
better. If they eat a frog with the Double Take, its usually game over if you get
them stuck.

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 2010 South Results choke canyon May 22, 2010
Place Angler 1 Angler 2 fish big bass weight prize
1 SPIKE STOKER STEPHENVILLE, TX JUSTIN STONE HAMLIN, TX 5 8.26 27.72 $20,200
2 ELROY KRUEGER THREE RIVERS, TX CHARLES WILSON PEARSALL, TX 5 22.46 $3,000
3 RICHARD KEYLICH JR PLEASANTON, TX DAVID DOVE VON ORMY, TX 5 8.92 20.58 $2,000
4 WILL WELCH SAN ANGELO, TX JOHN BASINGER SLATON, TX 5 19.78 $1,000
5 BRENT BURNETT SWEETWATER, TX BILL HUNTER III SWEETWATER, TX 5 19.44 $1,000

2010 East Results Sam Rayburn aPRIL 24 , 2010

Place Angler 1 Angler 2 Fish B ig Bass Weight Prize
1 JOHN VILES CLEVELAND, TX DONALD UNGER SHEPHERD, TX 5 9.44 22.50 $20,000
Spike Stoker and Justin Stone
2 RICKY POTTS LONGVIEW, TX BILL HUDSPETH KILGORE, TX 5 20.00 $5,000
3 JASON BLACKMON BENTON, LA ALFRED PEMBERTON JR HARKER HEIGHTS, TX 5 19.62 $3,000
4 STEVE BURGAY TIMPSON, TX CHANDLER BURGAY TIMPSON, TX 5 19.50 $2,000
5 JEFF REYNOLDS PLATTER, OK RANDALL BRUCE COLBERT, OK 5 19.36 $1,200

2010 Central Results lake travis may 8, 2010

Place Angler 1 Angler 2 Fish Big Bass Weight Prize
John Viles and Donald Unger
1 CHARLES WHITED SAN MARCOS, TX BILL POLKINGHORN HOCKLEY, TX 5 7.04 17.12 $26,450
2 RANDY FREDERICK KYLE, TX GENE WHITE AUSTIN, TX 4 4.86 13.90 $3,000
3 RONNY MAYNARD GEORGETOWN, TX EDDY MAYNARD LEANDER, TX 5 13.64 $1,400
3 CODY MARTIN TAYLOR, TX CHARLES SIMMONS WACO, TX 5 13.64 $1,400
5 DANNY FISHER ELGIN, TX CHAD LORENZEN AUSTIN, TX 4 12.78 $1,000

2010 TOURNAMENT TRAIL

Charles Whited and Bill Polkinghorn
Billy Johnson and Blake Balch
2010 nORTH Results lake lewisville may 15, 2010
Place Angler 1 Angler 2 Fish Big Bass Weight Prize
1 BILLY JOHNSON ROCKWALL, TX BLAKE BALCH CORINTH, TX 5 16.72 $25,500
2 ALAN PERRIN JUSTIN, TX DARRELL CAMPBELL TROPHY CLUB, TX 5 16.70 $3,000
3 JEFF REYNOLDS PLATTER, OK RANDALL BRUCE COLBERT, OK 5 15.84 $2,000
4 JEFF WACHSMAN WHICHITA FALLS, TX MARK BROADWAY WICHITA FALLS, TX 5 4.42 15.82 $1,200
5 CHRIS BACHTA COPPELL, TX CHARLIE JOHNSON FRISCO, TX 5 15.74 $1,100

www.basschamps.com
1st Series tournament Results, Toledo bend - May 15, 2010
ANGLERS FISH BIG BASS WEIGHT POINTS WINNINGS
1 DERRICK MONG & DAVE MONG 5 9.85 25.53 275.53 $15,000 + $2,500
2 RYAN PINKSTON & DEUCE WULF 5 5.99 24.47 273.47 $2,000
3 RUSS CARTER & LAMONTE LOYD 5 22.25 270.25 $1,000
4 SHANE HILTON & CHAD DYESS 5 21.31 268.31 $1,000
5 DAVID HARVEY & KRIS WILSON 5 11.06 21.04 267.04 $2,000

www.BassNBucks.com
2nd Series tournament Results, sam rayburn - june 5th, 2010
ANGLERS FISH BIG BASS WEIGHT POINTS WINNINGS
1 TOMMY HOWARD & JIM FURR 5 9.44 28.66 278.66 $6,500 + $1,000
2 KEITH WORTHY & CHUCK SHEFFIELD 5 8.21 21.75 270.75 $3,000
3 JAKE GOODRUM & JODY GOODRUM 5 21.11 269.11 $2,000
4 RICHARD DRAPER & PHIL MARKS 5 20.97 267.97 $1,500
5 BUTCH CARMACK & DAVID CURTIS 5 20.14 266.14 $1,000

NEXT EVENTS:
2nd Series - July 10th Toledo Bend, August 7th Sam Rayburn

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2010 TOURNAMENT TRAIL
2010 C.A.S.T. Regional Schedule
Northeast Region ark-tex Region
Feb. 28 Cypress Springs Feb. 28 palestine
Mar. 21 Cedar Creek Mar. 28 lake taylor
Apr. 11 Lake Lewisville Apr. 18 bob sandlin
May 2 bob sandlin central Region May 16 lake o pines
May 23 richland-chambers jan. 30 stillhouse jun. 6 wright patman
Jun. 13 tawakoni feb. 27 Cedar Creek Jun. 27 cypress-springs
mar. 27 richland chambers
North Region south Region
apr. 24 lake waco
Feb. 21 Lake Lewisville jan. 17 choke canyon
May 19 limestone
Mar. 14 Palestine feb. 21 coleto creek
Jun. 19 belton
Apr. 18
May 16
possum kingdom
cedar creek southeast Region
mar. 14
apr. 11
amistad
choke canyon
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jun. 13 hubbard creek Feb. 6 sam rayburn May 2 amistad
jul. 18 amon carter Mar. 6 conroe may 30 choke canyon 2010 CAST Classic Tournament
Apr. 3 Lake livingston

Feb. 20
metroplex Region
granbury May 15 sam rayburn Feb. 28
west Region
brownwood
Sam Rayburn - Lufkin, Texas - Oct. 22, 23 & 24, 2010
jun. 12 Lake livingston
Mar. 20 pat cleburne Mar. 14 hubbard Creek
Jul. 17 sam rayburn
Apr. 17 bridgeport mar. 28 brady
May 22 whitney apr. 25 brownwood 2010 CAST Southwest Ford Top Six Invitational Tournament
jun. 26 cedar creek jun. 6 o.h. ivie
September 24 & 25, 2010
jul. 17 eagle mountain Jun. 27 o.h. ivie

2010 C.A.S.T. Classic

Door Prize - 2010 Skeeter ZX190 w/Yamaha 175 HPDI
Gauranteed $10,000 - 1st Place*
*Based on 200 Entries
2010 Membership Fee - $50.00 per couple
2010 Regional Tournament Fee - $100.00 per couple

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10 1/2 Miles West of Conroe
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Lake Sam Rayburn 409.698.9495
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Phone: 409.698.9430
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3035 W. Hwy 154
Quitman, TX 75783 275 County Road 1558
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2712 N. FM 17 Alba, TX 75410
Phone: 903.765.2943 Lake Fork
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