Failure to grant such access may result in immediate disqualification. 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. Anglers who do not have a jersey or refuse to wear a WWBT provided jersey must wear at the minimum a collared polo shirt. 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. This number will remain with the Pro angler throughout the event. Any entries after this date; pro late fee is $50 and co-angler late fee is $25. Angler of the Year points will be awarded for the place of the tied position and each contestant will be awarded equal points. Pros will be assigned a boat number according to his/her take off position on day 1. This Advisory Board may be asked to help resolve appeals/protests with regards to rules violations. 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. I agree that the delivery of an e-mail to my designated contact will constitute delivery to me. These risks include but are not limited to infection and transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus. 25. Riders or media are allowed with preauthorization of the tournament director. 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. 11)Acknowledgethat COVID-19 can result in death or serious illness, as explained on the CDC website. Random checks may be conducted and any contestant who does not have proof of valid insurance with $300,000 coverage will not be allowed to participate and all entry fees forfeited. Standing on the outboard engine or seats while fishing is not allowed. Wild West Bass Trail 66. 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. Wild West Bass Youth Series may also request the Marshal/Observer operate these, or other (POV, smartphone, or other) cameras. This will allow WWBT officials to locate and communicate with you. BY SIGNING THE WAIVER AND ENTRY FORM EACH CONTESTANT IS ATTESTING TO ADHERING TO THE NO INFO AND OFF-LIMITS RULE. 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. Tournament officials shall have no responsibility for finding missing partners. I also understand I must provide my personal cell number capable of receiving text messages from the Wild West Bass Youth Series. Each contestant will automatically be entered into the big fish option. 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. 12)Acknowledgethat if you or your child cannot travel to an event or must return home, that there is no refund for the event. IF you are in this group, please ensure you have approval from your health care provider prior to attending WILD WEST BASS YOUTH SERIES events. Bass presented for weigh-in which fails to measure the official length shall result in loss of that bass and a penalty of one (1) pound for each such bass presented. 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. A designated tournament official must be granted access to the contestants boat at any time during the open practice or competition days. No at lake registrations: BLAST OFF: Diamond Valley Marina Safe Light . Wild West Bass Youth Series also encourages anglers to send photos, videos, and updates for exposure on our social media pages. The take-off order will be reversed on day 2. 4) Cloth face coverings are encouraged for anglers, boat captains, and spectatorsbut not requiredunless mandated by state/local government. With the Wild West Bass Trail set to enter its 8th year in 2023. The WWBT Tournament Director or his/her designee shall attempt to have the location of such polygraph examination as close in proximity to the anglers permanent address or such other mutually convenient location as possible. Big Fish- In the case where two contestants are tied with the weight of a big fish. THE ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE WILL BE EQUALLY AS BINDING AS AN ORIGINAL MANUAL PAPER SIGNATURE. Membership fee for NEW members is $50 Wild West Bass Youth Series (WWBYS). Only Largemouth, Smallmouth, Spotted, and Redeye bass will be weighed. Harriman State Park's major facilities include Lake Welch, Lake Sebago, Sebago Cabin Camp, Lake Tiorati . I agree that the delivery of an e-mail to my designated contact will constitute delivery to me. Proof of age to the tournament officials is the responsibility of the potential contestant. Presented by: Bridgford. Any candidate for competition who, in the judgment of the Tournament Director, is impaired in such a manner as to endanger the safety and well being of their partner or themselves may not be eligible. I warrant that I am at least 18 years of age and that I am competent in my own name in so far as this consent is concerned. NO EXCEPTIONS! 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. All #lockitin2021 fees are applied to each. Please do credit Wild West Bass Youth Series. If contestants admit to a rules violation, they may not file an appeal of either the finding that they have violated therules or the penalty imposed for the violation. 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. All information must be accessed prior to official off-limits periods. 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. 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! Drive-thru weigh-in. PRO STANDINGS. 41. As Parent and/or Guardian of the named angler, I hereby authorize the diagnosis and treatment by a qualified and licensed medical professional, of the minor child, in the event of a medical emergency, which in the opinion of the attending medical professional, requires immediate attention to prevent further endangerment of the minors life, physical disfigurement, physical impairment, or other undue pain, suffering or discomfort, if delayed. VISIBLE FISH: Anyone guilty of snatching or snagging visible fish will have their catch disqualified. 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. No barges or similar craft willbe permitted. All USPS entries must be received by the WWBT office by the published deadline date. CO-ANGLER BOAT OPERATION: Co-Anglers are allowed to drive boats only in cases of emergency or with permission from tournament officials with exception of loading and unloading boats from trailers. 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. I further understand and agree that the Tournament Director reserves the right to reject my application for any reason and, upon such rejection, to refund a prorated entry fee within 4-6 weeks. I fully understand that this is a release of liability, and express the assumption of risk and indemnity agreement. REGARDLESS OF WHEN A CONTESTANT ENTERED THE EVENT, THEY MUST HAVE ADHERED TO THE OFF-LIMITS PERIOD AND THE NO INFORMATION RULE. 14 NO INFO RULE: WWBT PRO/AMS HAVE A NO INFO RULE AND A STRICT OFF-LIMITS PERIOD. 3) Spectators are to maintain at least 6ft apart while attending an event if physical distancing is mandated by state/local government. Any other special rule as deemed by the tournament director and announced prior to blastoff. Only water open to all public fishing will be considered tournament waters. 20. The Wild West Bass Trail (WWBT) is the first and only exclusive west coast Pro/Am tournament series to be televised in its . I also agree to abide by all rules of the event and have a full understanding of them. 2 The decision of the Tournament Director, his/her designee shall be final in all matters. During tournaments, Wild West Bass Youth Series may ask to mount a POV streaming camera in a competitors boat (the footage may be used in Wild West Bass Youth Series web or social media). Letchworth State Park has six main entrances. On a tight leaderboard, with only By David A. However, penalties assessed will remain until a final ruling by the Appeals Committee. You may also grab photos from social media to promote yourself and the club. WWBT reserves the right to refuse and/or revoke memberships without cause, reason and/or explanation and without recourse at our own discretion. AM STANDINGS. REPORT AN EMERGENCY OR BREAKDOWN: Contact a tournament official by phone or other means or to report an emergency or breakdown, contestants must cease fishing at this point and their catch must be verified by a tournament official in order to be counted in the tournament. 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. If contestants have any questions they mustapproach the tournament director. Contestants must remain in the boat at all times except in case of dire emergency. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly. Contestants boats must access fishable water under its own power and only with the assistance of the Pro and Co-Anglers assigned to that boat. This applies only to emergency situations as determined by the Tournament Director or his designee. After the tournament begins, fishing the tournament waters is prohibited except during tournament hours. During open practice WWBT contestant may only fish with another CONFIRMED contestants. I further understand and agree that the Tournament Director reserves the right to reject my application for any reason and, upon such rejection, to refund a prorated entry fee within 4-6 weeks. AOY will be determined by the highest 3 finishes. I.E. Boat numbers will be collected at each check-in. 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. Stick steering shall be as defined by the Tournament Director. CONTESTANTS MUST REMAIN IN BOAT: During the competition days; contestants must not depart the boat to land fish or make the boat more accessible to fishing waters. IF mandate will NOT allow any gatherings of people, we may have to cancel the tournament. All angling must be done from the boat. Appeals for penalties assessed must be presented in writing 48 hours from the time and date of ruling to the Tournament Director. 2. Here are the 2021 #lockitin links for all Wild West Bass Trail events. Dead fish determinations will be made by WWBT staff member(s) in charge of the bump tank. If contestants have a concern regarding his/her catch, they should not present their catch. $100 to the highest finishing team with Yamamoto baits in the boat. All lures must adhere to state regulations. 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. 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. 2nd place receives 199 points + 50 participation = 249 points Alabama rigs and similar umbrella-type rigs are limited to a maximum of five wires, five lures and three hooks (single or treble) unless state regulations are more restrictive, in which case state regulations prevail. Rules for special tournaments may differ from those contained herein. From Memorial Day (May) to Columbus Day (October) entrance gates charge an entrance fee from 9AM to 5pm. IF mandate is in place, Spectators to be limited to Parents/Guardians and siblings of anglers. A contestant must not allow any bass caught by him/her to be counted on the score of another contestant. 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. This authorization is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me. 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. CO-ANGLER GPS: Co-Anglers are not allowed to carry GPS systems. 4) Cloth face coverings are encouraged for anglers, boat captains, and spectatorsbut not requiredunless mandated by state/local government. No live bait or prepared bait will be permitted during open practice and competition, except for pork strips or rinds. Here are the 2021 #lockitin links - Wild West Bass Trail | Facebook 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. DIAMOND VALLEY LAKE | Wild West Bass Youth If you don't see the email, check your spam folder. GreenFish Marketing LLCholds the content rights to the tournaments it owns and operates. 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 shall, always, conduct themselves in a manner becoming of a professional that will not reflect unfavorably on WWBT, its members, sponsors, events or representatives. RULES VIOLATIONS AND APPEALS COMMITTEE: An appeals committee will be established by WWBT which shall be comprised of the tournament director and a minimum of 4 contestants from the advisory board in the event in question. Standings will reflect ties starting at place closest to first. Membership is $50 per year and can be purchased at WWBYS MEMBERSHIP, Any questions about this form or the entry fee, please give us a call at480-571-1919 ext. 58. Nor/Cal Teams Shasta Lake January 15, 2022 Presented By: Phil's Propellers LATE FEE BEGINS: Tuesday Jan. 11th at 5pm FINAL ENTRY DEADLINE: Friday Jan. 14th. It is the anglers responsibility to confirm check-in times each day on the daily pairings. 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. 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. 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. 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. However, trolling as a method of fishing is prohibited. Must have current Wild West Bass Trail Membership ( SIGN UP HERE) Please note: LOCK IN deposits are non-refundable. All bass must be caught live and in a conventional sporting manner on each day of competition. Wild West Bass Trail entry fees for the team championship event are $335 per boat, with two anglers per boat. Contestants must be present and be able to hear their names called at the official weigh-into be eligible for contingency prizes. 50 Show up points will be awarded to all contestants. The following rules shall apply to all Wild West Bass Trail (WWBT) events. In the event of a polygraphexamination, contestants may have tournament prizes withheld until such testing has been concluded. 59. The contestant shall make himself/herself available at the location selected by the Tournament Director and shall cooperate in all respects with such examination. Returning WWBYS members is $25 per angler, must have your previous membership ID number to receive the discounted price. During both the open practice and the tournament, a contestant may not have the assistance or advice of anyone for the purposes of locating or catching bass, nor enter the tournament waters with anyone who has been on the tournament waters during the off-limits period including, but not limited to, a professional guide, state or federal wildlife agency employee, or any other person deemed an expert on these tournament waters by the Tournament Director, unless they are a contestant in the tournament. A safe and courteous distance (50 feet) should be maintained when trolling motors are in use. Weather delays on competition days resulting in half of the tournament day being lost (first flight take-off and check-in) may result in cancellation. 3rd place receives 198 points + 50 participation= 248 points etc. CONTESTANTS WHO SIGN UP FOR THREE OR MORE EVENTS WILL RECEIVE PRIORITY ENTRY. Testing of engines during the off-limits period is not permitted on tournament waters. $2,000 plus $1,200 kayak package. P-Line $100 to the highest finishing team with P-Line in the boat. 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. 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. 6 Any different or additional penalties determined by the Tournament Director including but not limited to monetary fines and/or reduction of Angler of Year Points. Contestants failing to register in person during the prescribed hours may result in disqualification. A competitor is required to comply, even if he already has a personal camera mounted in his boat. I, THE UNDERSIGNED, do knowingly and freely assume all risk referred to above, both known and unknown. If you don't see the email, check your spam folder. THE PROTESTOR ALSO AGREES THAT IF THERE IS A QUESTION WITH REGARDS TO VERIFYING THE PROTEST, THEY MAY BE SUBJECT TO A POLYGRAPH EXAM AND AGREE TO TESTIFY IN A COURT OF LAW IF NECESSARY. Entry $ 500. . 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. 2022 Pro/Am Results | Wild West Bass Trail 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. Unless for medical reasons they cannot wear a cloth face covering. You may also live stream during a tournament. 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. You may also grab photos from social media to promote yourself and the club. After payment is complete you will receive an email with a confirmation code. Winner receives 200 points + 50 participation = 250 points This includes but not limited to: structure, dog food, fish habitat, bait balls or any substance that would enhance or hold fish in a particular area once the off-limits period begins and all the way through the conclusion of the event. THE ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE WILL BE EQUALLY AS BINDING AS AN ORIGINAL MANUAL PAPER SIGNATURE. Gas must be purchased from a retail gas station. 23. Based on 100 Boat Field. Professional and amateur designations are not applicable in the California team. Off the water, they must follow the general guidelines of any media covering the tournament as set forth by Wild West Bass Youth Series Communications and Leadership. The Wild West Bass Trail is dedicated to showcasing the best anglers battling head to head on some of the finest lakes on the West coast. Wild West Bass Trail Makes a Tough Decision 45. All contestants are bound by the prevailing statutes and regulations of the various states within which they fish. 1. MEDIA: All official contestants of an event are required to cooperate with the media personnel that covers the event. 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. Top 10 pro and co-anglers are REQUIRED for a mandatory meeting immediately following the weigh-in on Day 2. 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. The top 10 pro and co-anglers will advance to the final day. Any angler who violates any portion of the Angler Code of Conduct may be subject to sanctions including but not limited to permanent disqualification. If so equipped, contestants may listen to the marine-band weather information. IF mandate will NOT allow any gatherings of people, we may have to cancel the tournament. 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. I also accept all risk of injury, death, disability, loss, or damage to my person or property from this activity and event even if arising from the negligence of anyone associated with this event or other GreenFish Marketing LLC, Wild West Bass Trail, Wild West Bass Youth Series events, its owners, employees, agents, representatives, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims or cause of action (known or unknown). Subject to the appeal process set forth in these rules. 52. 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. There are then two permitted methods of returning to the check-in: (1) by both paired anglers remaining in their boat and being towed by water, or (2) by one or both paired anglers entering the boat of another tournament contestant. TOURNAMENT BRIEFING: Notification of your first-day partner shall be made at the Tournament Briefing which MUST BE ATTENDED by all contestants. 47. RESTROOM BREAK: In the event of a needed restroom break partners are allowed to leave the boat upon which all fishing must cease until partners are back together in the boat. 64. Moving or stocking fish from one location to another is prohibited. Wild West Bass Trail fishing events return to New Melones Contestants are responsible for research of fishing and boating regulations. If 3rd is to be paid out $500 and 4th is to be paid out $700 and they are tied $500+$700=$1,200/2=$600 to be paid out equally.