“I’m going out to fish,” Simon Peter told them, and they said, “We’ll go with you.” So they went out and got into the boat… John 21:3
Purpose:
To point outdoorsmen to the cross by introducing local anglers, businesses, and churches to the North Texas region of Blast & Cast Men’s Ministries.
Date:
Saturday, July 22, 2023, from 5:00 am until 1:00 pm.
Guest Speaker at 11:30 am.
Registration:
Free! We will prioritize opportunities for those who have not attended Blast & Cast events in the past. Veteran Blast & Cast participants are encouraged to volunteer at the event.
Best 5 Bass – (Total Inches) Guaranteed Payouts:
- 1st Place: $300
- 2nd Place: $200
- 3rd Place $100
- Optional $20.00 – Big Bass Side-Pot at onsite check-in (100% Payback).
- Youth Prize for longest Big Bass (Ages 16 yrs and under)
- Door Prize drawings for all participating anglers.
Age Limitations/Restrictions: No age restriction.
Youth participants are highly encouraged but must attend the event with a parent or guardian. Please observe water safety regulations. All participants must wear a Personal Floatation Device (PFD) in their kayak.
Fishing:
Join the North Texas chapter of Blast & Cast Men’s Ministries for a morning of Kayak Bass Fishing on the Lost Creek Reservoir – Texas. This event is designed to bring local anglers together for a fun day of fishing and authentic Christian fellowship. Please invite family members, friends, and co-workers to join you in this free kayak event. We will enjoy a free lunch and an encouraging message from our guest speaker at 11:30 am and will close the event out at 12:00 pm with the Big-Bass Challenge Awards and Door Prizes.
Meals:
Please bring your favorite snacks and drinks to enjoy while on the water. A free lunch will be provided at 11:30 am.
Rules:
- No perfect people allowed. Come as you are, no pretending.
- No Drunkeness.
- Please be mindful of your language when youth participants are around.
- Have a good time.
- Meet new friends!
What to bring:
- Kayak & Personal Floatation Device (PFD) is required and must be worn in the Kayak.
- Valid Texas freshwater fishing license
- Everyone should bring their own fishing tackle and gear for the Fishing Challenge. Please don’t expect volunteers to lend out their gear or tackle.
- Measuring Board (clearly labeled).
- Camera or Cell Phone for submitting fish pictures at the end of the event.
- Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses.
- Drinks and Snacks (optional).
- A willing attitude that’s eager to help make it work and have a good time – remember, everyone there is a volunteer, so set your expectations as though you hanging out with a group of friends.
Suggested tackle:
This is a “Catch and Release” Big-Bass Fishing Tournament. We will be practicing CPR (Catch, Photo, Release) for this event. Each angler should bring their own fishing gear. Appropriate rods are medium-light to medium action, 6-7ft long, either spinning or bait-casting. 12lb test monofilament or 20-30lb test braided line is sufficient. We recommend putting fresh lines on reels if you haven’t done so in the last few months. Topwaters, crankbaits, and soft plastics work well on Lost Creek this time of year. Good luck!
Contact info:
Event chairman: Kevin Seibold – Email: [email protected] or Phone: (940)500-1017.
Schedule:
5:00 am Check-in, Waiver Signatures, Handouts (Schedule)
5:30 am Launch
6:00 am Pre-fish Meeting / Prayer / Take-off at safe-light
11:00 am End of Tournament / Return to Ramp
11:30 am Lunch and Speaker
12:00 pm Awards and Door Prizes
RESOURCES: CLICK HERE to download the Event Flyer.