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Junior Bassmasters
One of the most dynamic and exciting opportunities BASS has created for junior anglers is the Junior Bassmaster World Championship. Just like mom or dad competing in the BASS Federation Nation club competitions, this program allows junior members to compete at a club level, ultimately qualifying for their Junior Bassmaster State Championship.
The competition program mirrors the BASS Federation Nation tournament structure. Junior Bassmasters compete on a state level for the chance to advance to their respective Divisional competitions. Central to the enhancements is the exposure of youth anglers to all levels of Federation Nation competition. Youth competitors will be mentored by Federation Nation anglers and will learn the elements that are central to the passionate Federation Nation membership.
The qualifying ladder for the JWC, which will mirror the Federation Nation structure, will provide youth with a firsthand look at competition venues they can pursue when they reach adult competition age. The junior competitor who emerges as the top-performing angler in his or her state will advance to one of six Federation Nation divisionals, based on geographic criteria.
The first BASS Federation Nation divisional of the year typically takes place in March or April with the remaining five Divisional competitions taking place throughout the spring and summer. The top-performing anglers from each of six divisionals will then qualify for the JWC Championship, to be held in conjunction with the BASS Federation Nation Championship, typically each November. The championship contenders will fish for $23,000 in scholarship money, with the winners earning the distinction as the top youth anglers in the sport in their respective division.
In addition to the seminars, BASS will encourage its Elite Series pros to serve in varying capacities at the Junior Bassmaster World Championship held at the BASS Federation Nation Championship.
Junior clubs are sponsored by adult Federation Nation Clubs with members of the adult clubs acting as mentors and educators for these young anglers. Junior members gain skills from how-to clinics, educational workshops based on conservation, good fishing ethics, catch and release and habitat restoration. Junior members also get involved with youth tournaments, adopt waterways, Bassmaster CastingKids programs and community service projects.
NITRO Tournament Rewards Program
Registration is easy. Simply log on to www.tournamentrewards.com for an online application or visit your local TRACKER, NITRO or PROCRAFT dealer for an application that can be mailed or faxed upon completion.
Membership is $89 plus $10 shipping and handling, and is good through December 31, 2009. Anglers must renew their membership on a yearly basis.
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