Tournament event #1 for the 2018 Collins Inc. – Youth Educational Series will take place this weekend, May 5th, on the Albemarle Sound / Chowan River using the Bayside Marina area access as our launch and return point. Click here for a map. The Bayside Marina is currently undergoing a changeover to new management, however we will still utilize the ramp and area to conduct the event. Teams should make arrangements to pick-up ice, food, and other essentials elsewhere as the marina will not be in full service at the time of this event. A $5.00 ramp fee applies and will be collected during the morning registration/check-in at the tournament trailer.
Youth Educational Series (YES) Teams
- Morning registration / check-in is planned to begin on-site at 4:30 AM.
- This event will be operated in conjunction with the adult Bass For Cash Series. Youth anglers & boat captains please plan accordingly by discussing your meeting plans (If you are traveling separately) so that we can keep the ramp and parking area clear for the morning registration and launching of boats. Be aware that there may be as many as 80 – 100 total boats at this event so an early arrival is recommended.
- Every team must register at our tournament trailer the morning of each event.
- Having a completed entry form ready when you arrive will save you some time. Entry forms can be printed by clicking here.
- A livewell check must be conducted prior to blast off.
- Blast Off Will Begin At Safe Light – Approximately 6:15 AM, right after the Bass For Cash Series blast-off sequence.
- Please be checked in and in the water well in advance of the start of the event.
- YES Teams Return / Weigh-In – 2:30 PM.
- Be Sure To Check In With A Tournament Official Before Leaving. We need to know that you are off the water and safe.
- Five (5) fish limit per boat. Minimum size for this event will be 14” in length.
- Reminder, no courtesy measurements allowed during weigh-in.
- Please take time to read over the complete 2018 YES rules. We do not want to see anyone caught off guard with a rules violation.