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2008 AFT National Championship - Lake Guntersville

Championship Tournament Rules

Downloadable Entry Form

Host Community:Marshall County Convention & Visitors Burea

Host Hotel: Holiday Inn (Lakeside)
2140 Gunter Avenue
Guntersville, AL 35976
Phone: (256) 5822220
www.holiday-inn.com/guntersville

Other Lodging

Order of Events:

American Bass Anglers
National Schedule
Guntersville, AL

Saturday, Oct. 25 - Safelight to 2:30pm “Angler of the Year” Competition Wheeler Lake - Ingals Harbor

“Angler of the Year” Weigh-in at Guntersville State Park

Guntersville State Park is located at: 7966 Alabama Highway 227
Guntersville, AL 35976
256-571-5444

Onsite Registration: - Saturday, Oct. 25 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Guntersville State Park

Official Practice Begins: Sunday, Oct. 26 - safe daylight

Saftey and Pairing Meeting : Mandatory Meeting: Tuesday, Oct. 28 at weigh in site Guntersville State Park
- (meal for all anglers) Guntersville State Park

Located at: 7966 Alabama Highway 227
Guntersville, AL 35976
256-571-5444

Wednesday, Oct. 29 - 1st Competition Day – Launch safelight
- “On the Water Flag Ceremonies”
- 3:00pm – 5:00pm weigh-in (Guntersville State Park)

Thursday, Oct. 30 - 2nd Competition Day – Launch Safe Daylight
- 3:00pm – 5:00pm weigh-in (Guntersville State Park)

Friday, Oct. 31 - 3rd Competition Day – Launch Safe Daylight
- 3:00pm – 5:00pm weigh-in (Guntersville State Park)
- Field cut to top 25

Saturday, Nov. 1 - Final Day of Competition Field Launches from Guntersville State Park
- 12 Noon – 2pm Luncheon and awards for anglers - Guntersville State Park
- 2:30pm Final Day weigh-in Guntersville State Park

 

2008 AFT National Championship - Lake Guntersville

Athens, AL………………Guntersville Lake will be the site of the 2008 American Fishing Tour National Championship and be hosted by the Marshall County Convention & Visitors Bureau out of Guntersville State Park on October 25 through November 1, 2008. Weekend Anglers from across the US will compete for their share of over $100,000 in cash, prizes and bonus money in a no entry fee 4 day championship with first place worth over $50,000. The public is invited to come watch the weigh-ins daily at 3pm Wednesday through Saturday.

“Lake Guntersville consistently ranks as one of the top 5 lakes in the country. The American Fishing Tour has the best weekend anglers in the country and they will enjoy testing their skills on this lake”, said ABA President, Morris Sheehan. “For many years our members have requested going to Lake Guntersville, and this year everything came together to make it happen.”

"We are thrilled to be hosting the American Fishing Tour Championship on Lake Guntersville this year”, stated Lisa Socha, Executive Director of the Marshall County Convention & Visitors Bureau, “Not only is there great fishing, but the citizens of Guntersville welcome anglers with open arms to come and experience their marine rich waters as well as our Southern hospitality. And, while here, you may even catch a glimpse of our national jewel- the bald eagle. It should be an exciting event for all."

The first place winner of the event will receive a TR21X2 Triton with a 225hp Mercury Motor package valued at over $50,000 plus Triton Gold Bonus of $10,000 is up for grabs if qualifications are met. The champion of the event will receive a guaranteed entry into the 2009 Bassmaster Weekend Series.

Guntersville Lake is the largest lake in Alabama with 69,100 surface acres and is 75 miles long. Located in northeast Alabama, the lake is on Tennessee River between Nickajack and Wheeler Lake. The lake has vast expanses of milfoil which provide a perfect habitat to grow huge largemouth bass and is well known as one of the top bass fishing destinations in the country. The lake known for its big bass and large numbers which can be attributed to the presence of milfoil and the 15inch size limit. For more information on Guntersville visit www.outdooralabama.com

About American Bass Anglers
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