Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation Annual General Meeting

Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation held its Annual General Meeting at Jesse’s Tap and Grill in Ennismore, Ontario with reprsentatives of Chapter Club’s in attendance discussing the year in review, the year to come, electing the Board of Directors and presenting awards for the past years accomplishments.

Guest speaker included and thanks to Dave Mercer for attending and providing some great insight into the B.A.S.S. Elites and his own career.

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The Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation was founded in 1995 and is made up of 28 clubs from all across the Province of Ontario. The Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation is a grass-roots organization designed for everyone from beginners to seasoned tournament anglers

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Shimano Angling All Stars – What an incredible evening!

Wow is all the Ontario B.A.S.S Nation can say about last night’s Angling All Stars event which was presented by Shimano Canada!
The Ontario B.A.S.S Nation’s Youth group raised $3000 which will directly benefit the 3 teams of Youth members that will be heading South next year to compete in the High School and Junior Championships!
The 3 x Dakota Lithium batteries raised $2400 which will go to the Ontario B.A.S.S Nation.
$5400 raised, 3 fantastic speakers, some great stories, free swag, a boat load of draw prizes and free popcorn! Not a bad Wednesday out with friends!
Many thanks to Bob Mahoney and Shimano Canada, “The Champ” Jeff Gustafson, the “Young Gun” Cooper Gallant and the “Product Professor” JP DeRose. All 3 seminars were fantastic and enjoyed by all!
Also, a special thank you to those brands that graciously donated product to the raffles. This could not have happened without the help from Shimano, G Loomis, Dakota Lithium, Simms, Power Pro, VMC, Landmark Cinema, etc. I apologize if we missed anybody (I’m sure I did).

Post by: Craig Butler, Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation, Vice President 01.

 

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The Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation was founded in 1995 and is made up of 28 clubs from all across the Province of Ontario. The Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation is a grass-roots organization designed for everyone from beginners to seasoned tournament anglers

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TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Championship

Our very own Andrej Chowaniec (Angler) and Andrew Krauss (Co Angler) will be representing Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation at the 2023 TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Championship taking place October 18th, 2023 to October 20th, 2023. Click on the thumbnails below to take you the tournament link and follow our members

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The Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation was founded in 1995 and is made up of 28 clubs from all across the Province of Ontario. The Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation is a grass-roots organization designed for everyone from beginners to seasoned tournament anglers

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Presents:
The Shimano Angling All Stars

Date:           Wednesday November 15, 2023
Time:          6:30pm – 9:30pm
Location:    Landmark Cinemas, Whitby (Thickson/401)
Cost:            $20 – Tickets available at Gagnon Sports in Oshawa and Pro J’s Tackle in Scarborough

All proceeds going to the Ontario B.A.S.S Nation (Youth)
What better way to spend a Wednesday evening out than talking fishing with 3 great Canadian anglers!
Come listen to JP DeRose, Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Cooper Gallant & 2023 Bassmaster Classic Champ Jeff Gustafson!
Take a picture with the Bassmaster Classic Championship Trophy!!!
Get your ticket now before this special event sells out!


		
			

		
        			
	

	
	

	
	

		
		

				
			
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Wil Wegman

Posthumously Presented With

George R. Richardson Award of Honour

By Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority




This award is presented to one recipient each year, to honour and recognize lifetime environmental achievement.​

The 2023 award is presented posthumously to Wil Wegman for his extraordinary environmental legacy that celebrates his unwavering commitment to the ecological preservation and enhancement of Lake Simcoe and the surrounding areas. Wil played a vital role in restoring the native Muskellunge population in Lake Simcoe and conducted a comprehensive five-year bass tagging study, providing valuable insights into bass growth and movement patterns. His establishment of the Lake Simcoe Fisheries Stakeholder Committee promoted collaboration among stakeholders and sustainable fishery management.

Beyond fisheries, Wil contributed to the restoration of wild rice, actively engaged in efforts to prevent the spread of invasive species and founded the Huck Finn Youth Fishing Day, which has now run for 21 years. Wil was an avid angler, writer and seminar host.

Wil’s profound environmental legacy encompasses the pillars of conservation, restoration and education. The impact of his tireless efforts will continue to shape the environmental stewardship of Lake Simcoe for years to come, leaving an indelible mark on both the ecosystem and the people who hold it dear.




(Click on picture above to see award presentation)





		
			

		
        			
	

	
	

	
	

		
		

				
			
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