THE OFFICIAL LENGTH FOR BASS SHALL BE 13 UNLESS DICTATED OTHERWISE BY LOCAL REGULATIONS. Tournament officials reserve the right to restrict or enhance tournament waters based on conversations with local authorities. Contestants may not cut, dig, or remove obstructions requiring the use of any tools once the off-limits period begins all the way through the conclusion of the event to access any water. The Wild West Bass Trail (WWBT) is the first and only exclusive west coast Pro/Am tournament series to be televised in its . Release authorized on the dates and/or duration of the registered season. Special off-limits periods will be announced for Championship Invitational events. 52. WWBT recommends live wells be maintained at a full level and aerators/recirculators on manual. If you don't see the email, check your spam folder. SAFETY: Safe boat conduct must always be observed by contestants. No at lake registrations: BLAST OFF: Diamond Valley Marina Safe Light . This release is authorized and executed of my own free will, with the sole purpose of authorizing medical treatment under emergency circumstances, for the protection of life and limb of the named minor child, in my absence. All anglers who elect to participate in Wild West Bass Youth Series -sanctioned tournaments will be required to execute a Participation Agreement containing the rules and regulations, code of conduct, and tournament series specific content such as wrapped boat and uniform guidelines. Refusing to comply may result in a penalty or tournament disqualification. 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. With a high-stakes points system that combines catch count and weight, this league is a true test of skill, strategy, and endurance. 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. MUST PRESENT ALL LEGAL FISH: after contestants check in at the official checkpoint they MUST present all LEGAL fish in their possession to a tournament official to be counted, measured and weighed. 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. ***, Any questions on this form or the entry fee, please give us a call at480-571-1919 ext. Angler of the Year includes total score of all 4 events. Unless for medical reasons they cannot wear a cloth face covering. Quick Link:. 64. 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. Staggered weigh-in times may be utilized to minimize gathering size. Contestants failing to register in person during the prescribed hours may result in disqualification. The decision of the Tournament Director, his/her designee, or the rules committee shall be final in all matters. Example: 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. From the morning launch through check-in all WWBT contestants must have locations services for the WWBT APP turned on. 46. AOY will be determined by the highest 3 finishes. Here are the 2021 #lockitin links - Wild West Bass Trail | Facebook 35. Member teams will pay a total of $75 per event. Contestants may not cull or discard any fish in their possession once they have checked in at the check-in point. Top 10 pro and co-anglers are REQUIRED for a mandatory meeting immediately following the weigh-in on Day 2. 45. WWBT encourages Pro Anglers to assist Co-Anglers. Testing of engines after the weigh-in is only allowed with permission from the Tournament Director. Release authorized on the dates and/or duration of the registered season. 53. I agree that the delivery of an e-mail to my designated contact will constitute delivery to me. Ties Refer below. PERMITTED FISHING METHODS: Fishing is defined as having a lure attached to a line and a rod and reel with the rod in hand. 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. CULLING TAGS or clips are allowed. 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. 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. Contestants are also encouraged to wear WWBTs logo on their tournament jerseys. This authorization is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me. All #lockitin2021 fees are applied to each. WILD WESTBASS TRAIL MOBILE APP: All contestants with a smartphone capable of downloading the WWBT mobile app must download the APP. GreenFish Marketing LLCholds the content rights to the tournaments it owns and operates. If contestants have any questions they mustapproach the tournament director. AM STANDINGS. They may not use cell phones during competition unless in an emergency situation. 11 PRIZES: Prizes will be awarded after the tournament. 2023 Best 10 Trails in Harriman State Park | AllTrails ProAm Championship Qualification includes the best 3 of 4 events. Standings will reflect ties starting at place closest to first. B. A competitor is required to comply, even if he already has a personal camera mounted in his boat. 41. I am aware and agree that by executing this waiver and release, that I am giving up my right to bring legal action or assert a claim against GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series for my negligence. WWBT may, however, restrict the use of patches, logos, signage, etc. ONLY BASS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE WHICH MEASURE THE OFFICIAL LENGTH OR MORE ON THE LONGEST STRAIGHT LINE WITH THE TAIL PINCHED OR SWISHED SHALL BE WEIGHED. PAYOUT: 90% of WWBYS Open Qualifier Entry Fees go towards CASH SCHOLARSHIPS and PRIZES for the OPEN Qualifier, 5% towards the operational cost and the other 5% goes to the West Coast Championship's CASH SCHOLARSHIP and PRIZES! This applies only to emergency situations as determined by the Tournament Director or his designee. If I do not have my own e-mail address, I must furnish an e-mail address for a primary contact person. I am aware and agree that by executing this waiver and release, that I am giving up my right to bring legal action or assert a claim against GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series for my negligence. You may also grab photos from social media to promote yourself and the club. If contestants have any questions they must approach the tournament director. 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. 27. WWBYS Open Qualifier Registration - Jotform This release is authorized and executed of my own free will, with the sole purpose of authorizing medical treatment under emergency circumstances, for the protection of life and limb of the named minor child, in my absence. 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. 25. 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. IF mandate will NOT allow any gatherings of people, we may have to cancel the tournament. BOAT AND MOTOR: For the safety of all contestants during OPEN PRACTICE AND COMPETITION, ALL BOATS MUST BE MINIMUM OF 16 FEET IN LENGTH, 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. Boats that do not have factory installed gas tanks are restricted to a I also waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photograph or video or audio recording. I also agree to abide by all rules of the event and have a full understanding of them. 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. Pros and Co-anglers will be randomly paired on day 3. Boat numbers will be collected at each check-in. Proof of age to the tournament officials is the responsibility of the potential contestant. I.E. Search in. These risks include but are not limited to infection and transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus. If the tie is not broken by applying the foregoing procedures, the tie will remain a tie. 9) Parents or legal guardians have an obligation to assess their childs health prior to the event. WWBT reserves the right to refuse and/or revoke memberships without cause, reason and/or explanation and without recourse at our own discretion. 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). Wild West Bass Youth Series may also request the Marshal/Observer operate these, or other (POV, smartphone, or other) cameras. Repeated missed or late attendance may result in disqualification from the Lucas Oil Championship. 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. 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. 60. Note: A tournament calendar year may start in the fall prior. I, THE UNDERSIGNED, hereby assign and grant to GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series, and/or any of its Subsidiaries the right and permission to copyright and/or publish photographs or video footage myself, (the Work) and the use of these photographs and video footage singularly or in conjunction with other photographs or video footage for television production and broadcast of the GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series, and any related art, advertising, internet usage, trade or any other similar lawful purpose whatsoever, including but not limited to, product packaging, posters, billboards, internet usage, endorsements, television and television commercials worldwide (the Project), without additional compensation by GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series and free and clear of any claim whatsoever on my part. PAYOUT:100% of WWBYSWest Coast Championship Entry Fees go towards CASH SCHOLARSHIPS and PRIZES! 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. SEE WWBT WEBSITE FOR OFFICIAL DATES FOR EACH EVENT. Any act of a contestant which reflects unfavorably upon efforts to promote fisheries conservation, clean waters and courtesy shall be a reason for disqualification. Staggered weigh-in times may be utilized to minimize gathering size. 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. 63. 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. 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. The WWBT mobile APP allows WWBT officials to communicate with all its contestants. High Schoolers are 9th to 12th Grade. 30. Any entries after this date; pro late fee is $50 and co-angler late fee is $25. 55. Appeals for penalties assessed must be presented in writing 48 hours from the time and date of ruling to the Tournament Director. All anglers who elect to participate in Wild West Bass Youth Series -sanctioned tournaments will be required to execute a Participation Agreement containing the rules and regulations, code of conduct, and tournament series specific content such as wrapped boat and uniform guidelines. if 5 dead fish are brought to the scales that bag is disqualified. PROS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE CO-ANGLER AMPLE SPACE TO ICE FOR FOOD AND DRINK. The Apex Pro Tour is the ultimate showdown for the top anglers on the west coast. Contestants may be allowed to compete under appeal for penalties assessed until a final ruling by Appeals Committee. Contestants will refrain from arguing, yelling, demeaning, using profanity, or challenging any tournament official. Any water within these boundaries posted Off-Limits or No Fishing by state or federal agencies will be OFF- LIMITS and will be announced at the Tournament Briefing. Rules for special tournaments may differ from those contained herein. By participating in this Tournament, I, THE UNDERSIGNED, fully and unconditionally agree to and accept the Official Rules and the decisions of GreenFish Marketing LLC: Wild West Bass Youth Series, which are final and binding in all matters related to the Tournament. No contestant may buy or barter a fishing location from anyone for use during any competition day. 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. 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. 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.