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lake erie

bronzeback45 — Sat, 10 May 2008 21:03:25 GMT

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Forum: Tactics and Techniques

Ohio BASS Classic

clwraps — Sat, 10 May 2008 14:55:21 GMT

Does anybody have any information on the Ohio BASS Classic on Evans lake at the end of May? Is there a website or any info on activities?

Forum: Miscellaneous

Tips for fishing PLASTICS!

WAREHOUSE — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 01:34:47 GMT

Hey guys,
I am a relatively new bass fanatic. I live in Cincinnati and fish the local parks such as Sharon Woods and Winton Woods, and really want to learn how to fish plastic worms and tubes in small lakes like these.

For the longest time, I have used only spinner baits here...but I see a lot of guys getting into their boats with texas rigs using worms or brush-hogs.

I know how to do bait a texas rig or Carolina rig, but I am not really sure where to cast them, how to retrieve them, and what fishing conditions are best for them.

Any advice for this new bass fishing adict?

Forum: Tactics and Techniques

OMBTT '08 Schedule

gonfishn — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 15:39:23 GMT

Ohio Mega Bass Tournament Trail schedule is up on the website at www.ombtt.com and doesn't appear to have any major conflicts with scheduling and whatnot. For those unfamiliar with this Trail, check out the site, you'll find that it's a 100% PAYBACK CIRCUIT, one of three at the present time in Ohio (see DO Bass Series, Southeast Ohio Lakes Tournament Trail www.seoltt.com). 100% is going to become the norm so why not fish for all of your money, rather than just some of it?

The "Trail" is limited to sixty (60) teams in '08, however, they will keep a sign up list in case one or more of the events fill-up and someone drops out.

The "Trail" is run entirely off of membership fee's (a team membership runs $75) and is based on a true 80/20% payout (80% at the event fished and 20% to the Classic with 100% of it--the 20%--paid back PLUS any sponsor funds).

Classic Championship qualification (this year at Kentucky Lake) is automatic if your team fishes or "buys in" for all six regular events.

The '08 Classic will be held in-state at a lake to be announced after the fifth regular event. The '08 field will determine where the '09 Classic will be held, i.e., back to Kentucky Lake in the Fall or in-state again.

Event entries are $200 per team, there are two big bass payouts as well.

Points are only posted for Angler of The Year purposes--'07's AOY Team is the team of Pat Britt and Jeff Kauth.

Another key difference in the "Trail" is the extraordinary means they go to as it relates to fish care. So far, they're the ONLY competitive angling group which utilizes the water-weigh-in method in Ohio (indeed in the Midwest overall, that we know of).

You're looking at Buckeye Lake, Grand Lake St. Mary's, Indian Lake, Delaware Lake and Alum Creek Lake for lakes fished in '08. That's five total but they're fishing Indian twice.

Check them out, they're going into their second year with their first year average of 32 boats per event.

Major sponsors include KNOX MARINE, Ranger Boats, Mercury and Evinrude Outboard Motors, Venom Lures, Maui Jim Sunglasses, Outboard Motor Jacks and W.K. Outboard Motor Accessories, Krieger Ford, Bas-n-Bag, Kroger, as well as many more to be announced.

www.ombtt.com

Forum: Tournament Info

Respect

slinger — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 16:10:24 GMT

Enclosed is a copy of a police report I will be filing:
I, Ray Schillinger, from approximately 5:45-7:40, was fishing the northern convergence of West Reservoir near the mouth of the area where you approach the iron channel, 100 feet from Large Willow Tree.
Two bass boats were approaching, very fast, creating a wake over 2 feet high. In their approach was a kayaker. I waved my hands to slow them down. A grey Skeeter boat, reg. # OH0779DW, with a passenger sitting on front deck seat, was almost at a 45 degree angle creating a huge wake that sent the kayaker into the break wall.
I yelled NO WAKE. He made a made reply, barely slowed down, still waking. I yelled its the law to make way for the non-motorized boat and repeated No Wake.
The driver of the boat stopped the boat. We exchanged curse words.
The driver then put his boat into reverse while the passenger took off his coat, and threatened me. As I grabbed my phone, the bass boat hit my boat, and the passenger stood on the very edge of the boat. Fists clenched, and one foot from my face, he told me hed kick my ass.
I immediately dialed 911, and the boat turned and fled as I and a homeowner tried to get registration numbers.

I fish every single day. I consider myself a trophy bass hunter. I feel I deserve the same respect in my hunt for 1 fish, as tournament fishermen seeking their 5 fish.
I have as much or more, passion for the art and sport of bass fishing than 90 percent of the tournament fisherman who visit my HOME at the Portage Lakes, once or twice a month.
What is a bigger investment in bass fishing - a fully-rigged bass boat, or a lakefront property, 8 feet from the waters edge, that allows me to be on the water at a moments notice when a front pulls through?
I went to the Bassmaster Classic in Pittsburgh, watch every tournament on television, and enjoy watching the weigh-ins at the launch. The common theme with the FLW and Bassmaster Circuit is CLASS.
Have respect for others on the water, just as you would have for your opponents.
Please Dont allow a few inconsiderates to make a bad name for the sport of Bass fishing. You all represent each other out on the water. Sincerely,
Ray Schillinger

Forum: Tournament Info

Twin Rivers Bassmasters Fall Open

mattjohnston — Thur, 09 Aug 2007 22:54:49 GMT

Come one come all to the Twin Riversbassmasters Fall Open. The event will be at Alum Creek Reservoir on October 7th from 7:30a - 4:00 p. Please see below for the entry form. You can highlight the text and select 'print selection' to print the entry form. Please email or call me with any questions.

Matt Johnston
matthewjjohnston@yahoo.com
614.565.3474

VOTED BEST IN OHIO

OHIOS PREMIER OPEN TOURNAMENT - - BAR NONE

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THE 19TH ANNUAL

TWIN RIVERS BASSMASTERS Fall Open

Alum Creek Reservoir

October 7th, 2007 - 7:30 AM TO 4:00 PM

New Galena Ramp

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FIRST PLACE - $1000.00 - FIRST PLACE

(WITH 75 BOATS OR MORE)

SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR PAY OUT SCHEDULES, RESTRICTIONS AND TOTAL PAY OUT

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SPONSORED BY:

NAPA Auto Parts - Columbus & Marysville

Scotts Lawn Service

An Etch In Time

CAPITAL AWARDS

Quaker Steak and Lube - Polaris

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ENTRY FORM

PARTICIPANTS ARE TO COMPLETE ALL REQUESTED INFORMATION, BOTH FRONT AND REAR, THEN ATTACH YOUR CHECK OR MONEY ORDER FOR $65.00 MADE OUT TO:

TWIN RIVERS BASSMASTER AND MAIL TO: 3132 Adirondack Ave. Columbus, OH 43231

(1)_________________________________________ YOUR NAME___________________________________________________(2)

____________________________________________________ADDRESS__________________________________________________________

____________________________________________CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE _____________________________________________________

______________________________Email Address _____________________________________

CLIP AT THE DOTTED LINE AND RETURN THIS PORTION

**** BOTH ANGLERS MUST SIGN WAIVER ON THE BACK.

FOR ADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION OR BOAT # CALL: MATT (614) 565-3474.

GENERAL INFORMATION

WE WILL HAVE COFFEE AND DONUTS IN THE MORNING. POP, COFFEE, HOT DOGS AND CHIPS IN THE AFTERNOON

B.A.S.S. RULES AND REGULATIONS PREVAIL

EIGHT (8) BASS TEAM LIMIT OR FIVE (5) FOR A SINGLE BOATER

NO MINIMUM OR MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER RESTRICTIONS

PRE REGISTERED ENTRY FEE IS $65 PER BOAT

SAME DAY ENTRY FEE AT THE RAMP - $75 - CASH ONLY

THE TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE WILL RULE ON ANY PROTESTS

ONLY LARGEMOUTH, SMALLMOUTH AND SPOTTED BASS COUNT

PARTNERS MUST STAY TOGETHER UNTIL THEIR CATCH IS WEIGHED

STARTING POSITION WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE DATE YOUR ENTRY IS RECEIVED

WINNERS MAY BE SUBJECT TO TRUTH VERIFICATION TESTING (LIE / PSI TEST)

OPTIONAL BIG BASS SIDE POT - $10 PER BOAT - COLLECTED THAT MORNING

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$1000.00 - PLUS TROPHIES - FIRST PLACE WITH 75 BOAT FIELD

FIRST PLACE ***** 20% PLUS TROPHIES

SECOND PLACE ***** 13% PLUS TROPHIES

THIRD PLACE ***** 9% PLUS TROPHIES

FOURTH PLACE ***** 5% WITH 50 BOATS

FIFTH PLACE ***** 3% WITH 60 BOATS

SIXTH THROUGH TENTH PLACES ***** 2% ADDITIONAL PER TEN BOATS

BIG BASS - - $10.00 PER POUND PLUS TROPHY (FROM TWIN RIVERS)

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PARTICIPANT WAIVER

I/WE INTENDING TO BE LEGALLY BOUND HEREBY FOR MY/OURSELVES, HEIRS AND/OR ADMINISTRATORS, VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISKS OF ACCIDENT OR INJURY AND FOREVER DISCHARGE, THE STATE OF OHIO, THE OHIO BASS CHAPTER FEDERATION, TWIN RIVERS BASSMASTERS OF COLUMBUS, INC., ANY SO SITUATED SPONSORS, RELATED ORGANIZATIONS, BOARDS, COMMITTEES, EMPLOYEES, MEMBERS, OFFICERS AND AGENTS FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR ANY OTHER CAUSATIVE FACTORS, REAL OR IMAGINED, AS A RESULT OF ANY PARTICIPATION IN THIS TOURNAMENT, DURING THE HOURS THEREOF OR THE DAY ON WHICH IT IS SCHEDULED TO OCCUR, AND FOREVER RELEASE ALL PARTIES ASSOCIATED THERETO FROM ANY ACTIONS WHATSOEVER AND OF WHATEVER NATURE.

BOATER________________________________________DATE _____________________

NON - BOATER _________________________________DATE_____________________

Forum: Tournament Info

Ohio Div II Sandusky Bay Lake Erie OPEN

Midbuckeye — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 05:00:16 GMT

Ohio Division II Sandusky Bay Lake Erie OPEN

Our next open will be at Sandusky Bay.

Date: July 29th Sunday.

Time: 7am to 3pm

Ramp: Dempsey

Entry Fee: $70, Plus $10 optional Big Bass

5 fish limit

14 inch size limit

$1,000 First place based on 50 boats.
Website has information on the 2007 schedule page
http://www.freewebs.com/midbuckeyecircuit/
Or contact us at 740-501-2827cell or 740-694-1656home
If you are a B.A.I.T member we will also be having a circuit tournament on Saturday 6/28 out of Dempsey.

Forum: Tournament Info

Salmoides Lake Erie 300 is BACK in 2007!!!

tolals — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 02:06:04 GMT

Salmoides is BACK to Lake Erie in 2007!!!! Check out ohiobassangler.com and visit the Salmoides link for all the details!!!! BIG PAYOUTS this year on Lake Erie Salmoides tournaments. Only 3 tournaments in 2007 on Erie. First tournament on Erie is Sunday July 1, 2007 at the Sandusky City Ramp!!!! Fish all 3 Erie tournaments in 2007 and qualify for the Salmoides Classic on Kentucky/Barkley Lake in May 2008 where the payout is near $40,000 to $45,000.00 possibly!!! Big Erie smallies... Big Salmoides payouts... THIS SUMMER AT SANDUSKY CITY RAMP! SEE YOU JULY 1, 2007!!!!

Forum: Miscellaneous

Salmoides Erie 300 is BACK!!!

tolals — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 01:54:54 GMT

It's BACK! Salmoides Team Tournament Circuit is coming back to Lake Erie!!! First tournament is Sunday July 1, 2007 at the Sandusky City Ramp! Only three tournaments in 2007, BUT, you can qualify for the Salmoides Classic on Kentucky/Barkley Lake in May 2008 by showing up to all 3 Lake Erie Salmoides tournaments in 2007! The Classic will pay approximately $45,000.00 out! For the 3 Lake Erie tournaments in 2007, the payout (based on 50 boats entering) is $4,000.00 to first place, $2,500.00 to second, $1,500.00 to third and pays out 10 places each tournament I think! Check out the Salmoides Erie 300 link on ohiobassangler.com for more information. Like catching BIG Lake Erie smallies and having a shot at big paychecks??? Fish Salmoides Lake Erie 300 division in 2007!!!!!!! See you July 1, 2007 at the Sandusky City Ramp!

Forum: Tournament Info

2004 Ranger 521VX

bshaf_26 — Sat, 26 May 2007 17:51:53 GMT

Ranger 521VX w/ Evinrude 225 H.O.
Minnkota trolling motor 101 52" shaft
Garmin electronics
Hotfoot
Hamby keel protector
Extended warranty through 2011
Boat and matching motor covers
Less than 50 hours on powerhead
Garage Kept
Asking $27,500
Call 419-305-1724 or e-mail at swimy84@hotmail.com

Forum: Boats and Motors

OH DIV 2 number 2 qualifier and open tournament this weekend May 5&6

Midbuckeye — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 17:07:10 GMT

We will be at Portage Lakes this weekend for our #2 Qualifier event and an Open tournament.

Saturday May 5th
Ohio Division II Qualifier #2 Must be a Member of BAIT to fish!
New State Park Ramp off of state rt 93
7am to 3pm tournament time.
Check in will start at 5:45am
All boats on the water by 6:40am
On water meeting at 6:45am
First boat sent at 7:00 am

Sunday May 6th
Ohio Division II PORTAGE LAKES OPEN BASS TOURNAMENT
New state park ramp off of state rt 93
7am to 3pm tournament time
Check in will start at 5:30am
Last boat checked in at 6:40am
On water meeting at 6:45am
First boat sent at 7:00am
$1,000 first place based on 50 boat field
Plaques for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Big Bass
5 fish limit per 2 man team or single angler
$70 entry and $10 big bass, Big Bass is 100% payout
Download entry in word format at: http://www.freewebs.com/midbuckeyecircuit/Mid%20Buckeyeopen%20entry.doc

Forum: Tournament Info

Ohio Division II of B.A.I.T starts this Saturday come on out!!!!!!!

Midbuckeye — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:12:32 GMT

Ok everyone it is that time of the year. Ohio Division II of B.A.I.T will kick off its season with a BANG at Clear Fork this Saturday April 28th 7am to 3pm.

We will be at the ramp early to sign up new members and get everyones paper work together.

Graham Toyota will be on hand with trucks at the weigh in and $250 big bass bounus as well as a $500 tackle giveaway.

Be sure to come early and get your paper work done and when you sign up in the morning pick up your raffle tickets.

Its going to be a great year with some great teams and lakes.

Let the fishing begin!!!!!!!!!

Forum: Tournament Info

B.A.I.T. ~ Ohio Division #1

Phil — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 01:31:13 GMT

FYI , We will be holding our preseason meeting / get together this Saturday April 7th at 12:00 noon . The meeting will take place at the Gander Mountain store on Taylor Rd. in Reynoldsburg . The field is looking good . We should end up with around 40 teams this year . We have been working very hard to provide our anglers with a circuit that they can be proud to fish . We have obtained many , many sponsors for the 2007 and have more in the works . I would like to stress that you are fishing with us this season and own a Skeeter boat , please register with Skeeter for the Real Money Program ! Who wouldnt want to win alot of extra cash just for winning one of our events from a Skeeter boat . If you cannot make the meeting but are interested in fishing with us this season , feel free to contact me at pcarver@baitinc.com Have a great day !

Forum: Tournament Info

April 15th Clear Fork Open Big bass Bonus$$$

Midbuckeye — Thur, 29 Mar 2007 05:12:10 GMT

April 15th
Clear Fork Res, lexington ohio
Marina Ramp
7am to 3pm

Graham Toyota will have Toyota TUNDRA'S on hand to drool over

They will also award a $250 Big Bass bonus and giveaway $500 in tackle.

So come on out and lets have some fun. Last year the biggest fish of the year in our tournaments came from this lake during the April open.

check out our website:http://www.freewebs.com/midbuckeyecircuit/
or email me at midbuckeye@columbus.rr.com
740-694-1656

Forum: Tournament Info

Ohio Division II announcement WOW take a look.

Midbuckeye — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 19:36:46 GMT

GRAHAM TOYOTA

Announces

$1,000 Big Bass of Year Bonus

The Ohio Division II angler that catch's the biggest bass of the year in one of the 7 regular season qualifier tournaments and fish's at least 4 Ohio Division II tournaments out of the 7 regular qualifiers will be awarded a check for $1,000 dollars by GRAHAM TOYOTA at the end of the wild card event on 8-25-07

GRAHAM TOYOTA

Big Bass Bonus and Tackle Giveaway!

4-15-07 Clear Fork Open $250 Big Bass Bonus and $500 Tackle Giveaway

4-28-07 Clear Fork $250 Big Bass Bonus and $500 Tackle Giveaway

6-9-07 Pleasant Hill $250 Big Bass Bonus and $500 Tackle Giveaway

8-11-07 Clear Fork $250 Big Bass Bonus and $500 Tackle Giveaway

8-25-07 Pleasant Hill Wild Card $1,000 Big Bass of Year Awarded and $500 Tackle Giveaway

2007 Ohio Division II Trophy plaques for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Big Bass sponsored by Graham Toyota

GRAHAMS TOYOTA WILL ALSO HAVE SEVERAL OF THE 2007 MODLE TOYOTA TUNDRA'S ON DISPLAY AT THESE EVENTS.

GRAHAMS IS ALSO HAVING T-SHIRTS MADE FOR THE DIVISION.

IF YOURE IN THE MARKET FOR A NEW TRUCK STOP BUY GRAHAMS AND CHECK OUT THE ALL NEW TOYOTA TUNDRA

Announces

Knox Marine Bonus Bucks $100 to 1st place winner in any of the 7 regular qualifier events if the winner is fishing out of a boat purchased from Knox Marine in the last 3 years.

10% off purchases at Knox Marine for Ohio Division II members must show membership card. Excludes labor, boat, motors and trailers

12 certificates will be given away through out the year that will be good for 20% off any St Croix rod and or Tackle purchase

Point Champion of the year will receive a gift certificate for:

$500 off the purchase of any Carpeted Aluminum boat package or

$1,000 off the purchase of any Fiberglass boat package good for 1yr and transferable.

Not to mention all the other great giveaways that you will see during the year from all the sponsors of the Ohio Division II tournament season. Please visit our sponsor page and or visit there stores and thank them for making 2007 a great year.

Forum: Tournament Info