Fishing the DMV

The Merry Bassmas Bash Fishing Tournament registration is now open!!!

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Fishing the DMV Holiday Bash Tournament Rules and Information

Event Overview

Tournament Dates:

· Start: Friday, November 29th, 7am

· End: Saturday, December 28th, Midnight

Award Ceremony:

· Date: Sunday, December 29th

· Location: Jake’s Bait & Tackle

· -Time: TBD (probably afternoon like 4ish)

Entry Fee: $45.00

· Participants must be Fishing the DMV Patreon Members to join.

· A password will be sent via Patreon Account so you can sign up on TourneyX.

· You must still be a member of Fishing the DMV Patreon to prize.

General Rules

1. Eligible Fish:

· Species Allowed: Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass.

· Fish Limit: Your best 8 fish (Largemouth or Smallmouth) caught during the tournament period.

2. Measurement Requirements:

- Measuring Boards: Any measuring board with visible markings is allowed However, I preferred brands like: Ketch, Hawg Trough, YakGear, and YakAttack.

How to Measure:

· Fish must be placed with the mouth closed against the bump board.

· Take a photo showing the full length of the fish with the tail clearly visible.

· I need to see some distance past the fishes tail on photo submissions.

· Measurement will be rounded to the closest ¼ inch based on the tail's position.

3. Fishing Methods:

· All fish must be caught by the angler using artificial bait with terminal tackle (rod and reel).

· Fishing is allowed from the bank, boat, kayak, canoe, or other approved methods.

4. Location Verification:

· Any public access water is permitted.

· Participants must enable location access on their phone for submission validation.

5. Tie-Breakers:

· 1st Tie-Breaker: Largest fish by length.

· 2nd Tie-Breaker: Second-largest fish by length.

· most fish submitted.

· Coin Flip best out of 3.

6. Integrity and Compliance:

· Fish must be caught during the Tournament Period (no shit).

· Catches made during other local tournaments within this timeframe may be submitted.

· Cheating or violating tournament rules will result in immediate disqualification.

Submission Process

· Use your smartphone to take clear photos of each measured fish.

· Submit entries through the TourneyX platform.

· Ensure submissions meet measurement and photo guidelines to avoid penalties.

Prizes and Payouts

Baseline Payout

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