14024, 2nd Annual RainbowTrout.com Float Tube Tournament Posted by calicobass, Fri Aug-20-04 10:52 AM
We all started pouring into the parking lot around 6am. Turnout was on the light side this year, but that just allowed for everyone to get to know each other a little better. Here are some of the guys haning out and getting ready for the event...
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Here is Chad Woods (Owner, Sportfishingreport.com) filling everyone in on the details and rules of the tournament.
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Once everyone was briefed, it was time to launch. Everyone launched and watied for Keith (Owner, RainbowTrout.com) to give the "go ahead". Here are some shots of the crew waiting to fish.
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The weather was PERFECT! There had been thunderstorms the day before, but today was awesome. What a great day to be fishing! http://www.yourfishpictures.com/data/531/132630-med.jpg
Mike jumped out to an early lead, and started whacking 'em on crawlers and PB. Mike caught the most fish in the tournament; he had 13. Here is Mike showing off a nice little stocker.
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Here is David Valenzuela. This guy was unbelievable. He landed THREE brown trout during the tournament. We nicknamed him "Brown Trout Guy". So, here is Brown Trout Guy landing one of his browns!
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Dennis caught the second most fish with 10. He got most of his fish on PB. This was Dennis's first time tubing for trout. Way to go!
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Though bait was doing the trick for Mike and Dennis, Gayle decided to stay with her lures. Patience and persistence paid off as Gayle hooked into the winning fish. CONGRATS Gayle!!!
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After the tournament, awards were given out and we had a raffle in which everyone walked away a winner! Prizes inlcuded shirts, hats, lures, dinner for 2 gift certificates, a rod/reel combo, and much more! Chad and Keith made sure that nobody walked away empty-handed.
After the awards and raffle, the destination was Gull Lake where the Volunteer Fire Dept was having it's annual BBQ. RainbowTrout.com treated everyone to a tasty BBQ lunch.
Next year should be even better! Keep your eyes open next year for updates!!!
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