JOIN TBF FOR GRASSROOTS BASS TOURNAMENT ACTION PLUS MORE GREAT BENEFITS
year-class is expected to fuel epic catches of quality-sized bass again this season .
Spotted bass are also abundant , while smallmouths make up a significant part of Table Rock ’ s bass population in the main lake from the bridge at Highway 86 to Campbell Point .
Given the health of the fishery , solid catches are expected . And thanks to the lake ’ s diverse nature , a variety of presentations will likely produce fish , allowing anglers to fish to their strong suits .
Case in point : At the 2016 TBF National Championship on Table Rock , held April 14-16 , Mississippi ’ s Joseph Webster took top honors with a 15-fish three-day total weight of 43 pounds , 9 ounces .
Webster pitched a craw to bedding bass tucked into the back ends of pockets at Indian Point for limits the first two days . He switched tactics and locations on day three , targeting docks over deep water with an umbrella rig armed with swimbaits and spinner blades for a 14-pound , 13-ounce grand finale .
“ We ’ re excited to see the world ’ s best grassroots anglers tackle Table Rock again ,” says TBF President Robert Cartlidge . “ The lake offers exceptional fishing for everyone .”
Cartlidge is also quick to note the region ’ s many other attractions .
“ Kimberling City and surrounding Stone County have so much to see and do . This is a perfect family destination ,” he says .
Situated a short cast from Branson and the Silver Dollar City theme park , the Kimberling City area is rich in accommodations , culture , dining and shopping opportunities , along with a host of other attractions .
As was the case in 2016 , the community will welcome TBF members and their families with open arms .
“ We ’ re thrilled to host another TBF National Championship and are looking forward to welcoming the organization and all of its anglers ,” says Sheila Thomas , president of the Table Rock Chamber of Commerce .
For more information on this destination , go to visittablerocklake . com , or contact the Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce at 800.595.0393 .
JOIN TBF FOR GRASSROOTS BASS TOURNAMENT ACTION PLUS MORE GREAT BENEFITS
Grassroots bass anglers nationwide are invited to join The Bass Federation for 2017 and reap the many rewards of membership .
TBF Member Benefits
• Participation in the popular new TBF National Semi-Finals program , which is comprised of more than 20 “ close-tohome ” events that offer a chance to qualify for the prestigious TBF National Championship , where TBF ’ s $ 100,000 “ Living the Dream ” package is on the line
• The chance to advance from the National Championship to the Forrest Wood Cup or T-H Marine FLW Bass Fishing League All-American
• Local and regional tournaments held among more than 20,000 members in the U . S . and Canada
• The opportunity to meet fellow bass enthusiasts in one ’ s own community and work together on a variety of projects aimed at protecting and enhancing bass habitat , getting young people involved in fishing , and supporting those who serve or have served in the military
• Access to the TBF Members Only Online Store and TBF Reverse Auctions , both of which offer great deals on top bass fishing gear
• Tournament contingency programs , including the TBF Ranger Cup Program and Lowrance State Champion ’ s Bonus
• Federation Insurance coverage for official TBF events
• FLW membership , which is included with TBF membership , and all the member discounts and benefits available through FLW , including a subscription to FLW Bass Fishing magazine , tournament eligibility and priority tournament entry . Details : Anyone can join , but to fish home state events an angler must belong to a local TBF-affiliated club . That might involve joining an existing group , or starting a TBF club with five friends . For further details , please visit bassfederation . com .
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