2016 Mission Bay Classic

[WCW Moderator]

Mark your calendars!!!

Mission Bay Classic April 16TH 2016
This is a Heroes on the Water fund raising event!




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Last year we had well over 100 entries and added a very successful halibut division, with several nice halibut brought to the scale. We expect a great bunch of raffle prizes. Our goal is to raise $5000 for the Southern California chapter of Heroes on the Water.
We anticipate this being one of the biggest kayak fishing tournament in California in 2016.

Mark your calenders and Check back here for all the details! We will be adding to this periodically as we iron out all the details. I have set up a Paypal link below. Cost is $25 .

Kids under the age of 18 fish for free with a paid adult.

*Boundaries will be anywhere. This is new for this year! Weigh boats will only be weighing fish inside the harbor*
Everyone is required check in and launch from the east facing beach adjacent to the ball field on Santa Clara Point, shotgun start 7am
prize payouts for the top finishers, all proceeds going to Heroes on the Water!

Swag bags for the 1st 100 entries!

Tournament hours: 7am-1pm, check in starts at 6 am. You must be in line to weigh your fish no later than 1 pm

After the tournament we will all meet for a great BBQ, raffle & awards. Lunch served from noon until 2 pm

Rules:
*** By participating you must adhere to a code of sportsmanlike conduct. Any angler who violates the rules of the events may be disqualified and banned from future participation in all future events as well as all website interactions. This includes conduct before, during and after events both on and off the water as well as online. Conduct deemed inappropriate may be grounds for disqualification or denial from participation in any events or website activities. Judgments of conduct are at the sole discretion of the tournament directors, assisted by website moderators and host facility owners.
Bass division rules:

1. Sand, Spotted Bay and Calico Bass are the only allowable fish for weighing towards your final stringer.
2. A tournament win is based on the total weight of 3 heaviest fish at the final weigh-in at 1pm.
3. All bass submitted must be alive and at least 14” in length.

4. Artificial baits only. Scents are allowed – squid or other cut bait is not. Berkley Gulp! is allowed.
5. All fishing must be from a kayak, canoe, SUP or float tube. No trolling motors or propulsion systems other than paddle, kick or pedal (ie: Hobie kayaks) is allowed.
6. Fish Finders and GPS units are allowed.
7. Tournament hours will be from 7am until 1pm. You are responsible for being on time to the final weigh-in.
8. Scoring will determined by the total weight of an angler's 3 heaviest bass as weighed by the weigh boats.
9. You may weigh up to 10 total bass (no more than 5 in your tank at a time) while complying with DFG regulations. The angler is responsible for keeping track of the number of fish weighed. Attempting to weigh more than 10 bass could result in disqualification.
10. You must abide by all DFG regulations.
11. Bait barge ruling this year, no fishing within 20 yards, that means you or your lure/bait.
12. Fish anywhere inside or outside the harbor as long as all other rules are followed

13. All inquiries, objections or complaints concerning any believed infraction of tournament or DFG rules needs to be stated PRIOR to the awards ceremony.

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The halibut division. Very simply, the biggest halibut weighed wins. There will be prizes awarded for the top 3 fish weighed. This is a separate division that you will specify upon check in. In this division you may use live and cut bait and fish more than 1 rod at a time. You must launch and land from tournament location, but are able to fish in or outside the bay! Live bait can be brought, bought or caught. Fish must be hooked, fought and landed from the kayak unassisted. Final weigh in is 1 pm and you must be in line at the scale no later than 1 pm.

1. Alan Wagner
2. Joshua Brightman
3. Jason Hicks
4. Mark Randle
5. Jeff Bias
6. Andy Bowden
7. Shane Yellin
8. Eric Noonan
9. Robert Moore
10. Michael Means
11. Randy Tharaldson
12 Ryan Moriarty
13. Jackie Call
14. Brandon Parks
15. Pedro Pino
16. BIG JOAQUIN
17. James Zimmermann
18. Nick Bateman
19. John Shearer
20. Ian Maunsell
21. Paul Lebowitz
22. Jason Simpson
23. Matt Grisso
24. Kevin Armenta
25. Ken Nowicki
26. Ryan Schaffron
27. Patrick Ross
28. Richard Penny
29. Jake Penny
30. Mike Lawrence
31. Andrew Stuck
32. Joe Readye
33. Don Bell
34. Dustin Hladik
35. Sal Arella
36. Sky Arella
37. Aaron Cardoza
38. Perry Cardoza
39. Todd Peirce
40. Joe Gutierez
41. Todd Cook
42. Agustan Muneton
43. Bryan Hildebrandt
44. Alan Marcy
45. Rick Seward
46. Will Bowen
47. Dave Easton
48 Joseph Russell
49. Mike Baine
50. James Kelley
51. Mike Mahlman
52. Manuel Garza
53. Michael Vint
54. James Thompson
55. Chris Jacobs
56. Robert Huynh
57. Andrew Sutton
58. Matt Molina
59. Kirk Gossett
60. Stevie Pinero
61. Austin Bland
62. Beth Guerra
63. Roy Bartolome
64. Jason Frianela
65. Steven Green
66.Noah Bixler
67. Scott Bixler
68. Russ Kelly
69. Michael Silva
70. Gary Bowers
71. Richard Lightfoot
72. Mic Sebastian
73. Steve Seykot
74. Ed Glasco
75. Henry Hill
76. Mark Curtis
77. Ed Hipolito
78. Dylan Moore
79. Miguel Vasquez
80. Shaun Martin
81. Kevin Leake
82. Gabriel Vasquez
83 Ryan Petty
84. James Choi
85. Leonard Alfuente
86. Carlos Lopez
87. Mo Diddy
88. Kevin Bates
89. Ian Bates
90. Alyander Brandts
91. Eric Oudmayer
92 Jorge Villegas
93. Mitchell Fromang
94. Justin Ortega
95. Joel Howard
96. Rex McNamara
97. Timothy Stengel
98. Mathew Andreson
99. Vincent Marzi
100. Glen Chase
101. Joshua Taylor
102. John Ruiz
103. Bob Koba
104. Kyle Walczak
105. Carlos Delavilla
106. Charles Wittenberg
107. Fan Ming Hung
108. Colin Wong
109. Jacquelyn Bruechert
110. Carlos Delavilla (2nd)
111. T Jones
112. Christopher Cary
113. Evan Whitney
114. Austin Barlow
115. Marcelo Devalasco
116. Jerry Miranda
117. Robert Miranda
118. Don Faughnder
119. Ryan Mcgaffick
120. Tony Park
121. Mark Berninger
122. Michael Mikitka
123. Greg Barnicoat
124. Thomas Luna
125. Thomas Luna (2)
126. Jordan Linhoss
127. Louis Sgroi
128 Craig Young
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[Fishin' Magician]

Awesome! Thanks for getting the word out early. This is a great event, and I've really enjoyed it the last couple of years and will be looking forward to participating in it again this year! Always a lot of fun!

[JeffB]

I'm in, I can't wait for it.

[jorluivil]

Mugs as prizes?

[Dail14]

I use the the built in livewell on my stealth 12. I know I could fit at least 1 legal bass in there but am unsure if I could safely add others and keep them in good condition. Is there another good way to store more without getting a secondary livewell or would I be forced to constantly go back to the weigh in after I catch every fish?

[Iceman]

We usually try to have 2 weigh boats making the rounds........mugs? probably :D

[Iceman]

Big change in the halibut division this year is you will be allowed to fish outside the bay! You just have to launch at start time from the specified location and make it back to the scale by 1pm!

[ful-rac]

Big change in the halibut division this year is you will be allowed to fish outside the bay! You just have to launch at start time from the specified location and make it back to the scale by 1pm!

Sweet!!!!!!!

That grass inside the bay was killn me last time!

[easyday]

Last year was a blast, can't wait for this.

[easyday]

Just paid

[captnblood34]

PAID! Tell your friends, awesome tourney, awesome cause!

[monstahfish]

I'm gonna throw this idea out there again because I think it will help raise more money. What if anglers were allowed to enter both divisions(paying $50) with the stipulation that they still have to abide by the bass rules(no bait, stay inside the bay etc.) if you caught a big halibut on artificials you would have a shot at winning both divisions. I think a number of people would do this(myself included) and it could add up to at least another $500 grossed for the tournament.

[FISH11]

Just paid. Can't wait for it. It is always so much fun. I'm putting in for that day off at work as soon as I get to work tomorrow.

[captnblood34]

Bump.

Sign up now because you're going to end up signing up anyhow... If you're "put off" by it being a fishing tournament, don't be. Its chill, with good like minded people as yourself. Sign up, come out and enjoy the day on the water while supporting a great cause.

Jay

[aassdd1234]

if you caught a big halibut on artificials you would have a shot at winning both divisions.

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[Fishin' Magician]

I signed up for this tournament last week, but I don't see my name on the list. Andy, when was the last time the list was updated?

[octico]

Bummer I will be out of town that weekend. Have fun guys.

[Iceman]

I signed up for this tournament last week, but I don't see my name on the list. Andy, when was the last time the list was updated?

Over looked, found it. I used the same Paypal for the Steve Green Shootout and the same cost so it was hidden within the 90 entries for that.

Added you to the list.

[WCW Moderator]

The winner of the halibut division will receive a trophy as well as a custom wrapped halibut rod from Jeff B. Thanks Jeff! :luxhello:

Little more than 4 months to go.....thinking maybe a Campland get together that Saturday night too :D

[Fishin' Magician]

The winner of the halibut division will receive a trophy as well as a custom wrapped halibut rod from Jeff B. Thanks Jeff! :luxhello:

Little more than 4 months to go.....thinking maybe a Campland get together that Saturday night too :D

Sweet!
:reeling:

[WCW Moderator]

Big news for the Mission Bay Classic. Confluence is donating a Thresher 140 w/ Rudder and an AT Odyssey Angler 240. This will be one of the top raffle prizes available! :luxhello:

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Let's make this year a HUGE success for our local chapter of Heroes on the Water!

[Mlmeans1833]

Ok I have a question can you pay once you get there or is there a cut off date?

[Iceman]

you can pay the day of the tournament but, there will only be swag bags for the 1st 100 people to sign up. We anticipate reaching 100 well before the day of.

[makobob]

Just signed up and paid. Let's keep the ball rolling, it is a great cause.

[erinoo]

Signed up today. I bet the $ goal is met easily. In fact, I'll bet anyone, any amount of money that at LEAST 8K is raised on this tournament..

[Mlmeans1833]

I just signed up I'm super stoked.

[Iceman]

Signed up today. I bet the $ goal is met easily. In fact, I'll bet anyone, any amount of money that at LEAST 8K is raised on this tournament..

Eric, you are a good man :D

[makobob]

Guy's this tournament is how we fund HOW for the year. All monies collected go to OUR local HOW Chapter, we use the proceeds to take our warriors fishing. Let us keep this ball rolling..Tight Lines. WHERE CAN WE BUY RAFFLE TICKETS for the Yaks???

[Iceman]

WHERE CAN WE BUY RAFFLE TICKETS for the Yaks???

Raffle is after fishing tickets will be sold at the BBQ/awards

[JeffB]

I'm wrapping a United Composites CP 70 MHF. Very nice rods, they'd run you about $385 built from factory. Here is a little teaser for you guys. I'm hoping to have it ready for display at OEX by the end of the month.

[Iceman]

Jeff WOW! that looks ridiculously cool! :luxhello:

Win the halibut category and take this one home!

[skrilla]

X2 it's lookin' good Jeff can't wait to see the final outcome. :cool:

Hope my schedule allows me to go but will definitely kick down a prize or 2 regardless.

[Iceman]

Len

hope you can make it too. Your offer to donate is greatly appreciated. :luxhello:

[WCW Moderator]

Orion Coolers is donating a 45QT this year, I have this size, it is great.

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[Toromike]

where is the pay-pal link?

[Iceman]

in the original post just below the last sponsor logo "Add to Cart" button

[FlyinRyan]

Jackie and I are in, the last two years we've gone we've had a blast, wouldn't miss this one again either. Glad to help out a great cause!

[YakDout]

Alright I am in and excited to fish for a great cause.


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[pino]

How many people signed up already is it close to 100 yet.

[Iceman]

No Pino, a long wa y away only 14 signed up so far.

[pino]

You got me on the list, I paid by PayPal,this will be my first one in San Diego.

[pino]

You got me on the list, I paid by PayPal,this will be my first one in San Diego.

[Heroes On The Water]

WOW!!!!
The enthusiasm is AWESOME!

The Mission Bay Classic is soooo much fun and benefits our chapter in such a huge way allowing us to continue to serve those who sacrificed so much serving us.

[WCW Moderator]

We have a second kayak that will be given away in the raffle!

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Malibu Kayaks has confirmed they will be donating a kayak again this year, stand by it may be something completely new from Malibu Kayaks :D

[WCW Moderator]

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NRS has just confirmed they are proud to participate and are sending us a box of swag for the raffle!

[momo fish]

Can't wait for this event... Probably the best one of the year..

Tailgate the night before.. 😊

[jorluivil]

Can't wait for this event... Probably the best one of the year..

Tailgate the night before.. 😊



Yep!!!


Jim has agreed to coom his world famous London broil and lobster

[WCW Moderator]

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Hobie is stepping up again with a whole bunch of SWAG!

[momo fish]

Can we double the amount of gear & swag so Chucky D and Steveooo don't end up winning 90% of the raffle gear again 😂😂

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[BIG JOAQUIN]

BIG JOAQUIN has signed up for the HOW tournament. It's my first time so watch out for some beginner's luck on my home turf.

[Jimmyz123]

I'm in

[WCW Moderator]

More SWAG from Danuu and Promar!

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[Fishin' Magician]

This tournament is off the hook! Er..., I mean on the hook. The fish are on the hook, the tournament is rockin'! Well, the kayak is rockin', the tournament is just freakin' AWESOME!!!

Sign up! It's a great time for a great cause. Or don't, that just means I have a better chance of winning me some raffle prizes!

[619-SWIM-DOG]

All signed up. Had a great time last year.

[WCW Moderator]

Here is a little twist, NO boundaries for bass or halibut, fish as far as you can go and make it back in time

Weigh boats will only be weighing fish within the harbor. You need to keep bass alive, will not weigh dead fish.

[ctfphoto]

Here is a little twist, NO boundaries for bass or halibut, fish as far as you can go and make it back in time

Weigh boats will only be weighing fish within the harbor. You need to keep em alive.

A giant Halibut will not fit into my bait tank to keep it alive .....

[Jacurley45]

Interested, how do I sign up and pay for it?

[WCW Moderator]

Interested, how do I sign up and pay for it?


Top of page 1, just below the sponsors logos is a add to cart button, will direct you to Paypal.

[WCW Moderator]

A giant Halibut will not fit into my bait tank to keep it alive .....

Sorry that was just pertaining to bass, will not weigh any dead bass, halibut prefer to have them dead. :D

[ful-rac]

Anybody who catches a halibut and wishes to donate it to the HOW I will fillet! If Cbad mike wants of course....

[Jacurley45]

Looks like Tapatalk doesn't work with PayPal feature. I'll look into it on the computer eventually.

Top of page 1, just below the sponsors logos is a add to cart button, will direct you to Paypal.





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[NorthwestAngler]

I'm paid. Looking forward to giving this a shot!

[WCW Moderator]

SWAG alert NRS just sent me 100 key chains and 100 Jenni Bags

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[WCW Moderator]

Tried something a little classier Pilsner glasses instead of steins :D

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[PAL]

I'm in! Thanks for waking me up by posting those classy pilsner glasses.

[HELLSTER INC.]

Just paid up, can't wait!

[jorluivil]

I need one of those steins, it will help fill a gap in my wall

[WCW Moderator]

Everingham Bros. has come through again with gift certificates for the raffle FREE BAIT! :luxhello::luxhello::luxhello:


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[captnblood34]

The winner of the halibut division will receive a trophy as well as a custom wrapped halibut rod from Jeff B. Thanks Jeff! :luxhello:

Little more than 4 months to go.....thinking maybe a Campland get together that Saturday night too :D


So down

[WCW Moderator]

Tattuna AKA Charles has graciously donated a couple of his killer prints for the raffle, these will framed and ready to hang. :luxhello:

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[Fish Taco]

Just signed up! Missed it last year cause I got sick... plan to be there this year!!
Whoo Hoo!!

:reel:

[MrPatrick]

In. I'll probably have some donations as well.
Jacurley45 you can use PayPal with Tapatalk. Use the three dots menu selector in the upper right corner and select web view, you can then use PayPal.

[outlawangler]

Jake and I are paid! Looking forward to it!!!!

[Dmoney]

Hi, I just paid for two entries via PayPal. What is the next step in the sign up process?

[tacmik]

Hi, I just paid for two entries via PayPal. What is the next step in the sign up process?

Show up and have a great time. Participate in the raffle and have lunch. A little luck, go home with a great raffle prize or an engraved pilsner glass. Meet a lot of friendly and knowledgeable yak fishermen and women. looking forward to meeting you there.

[Dmoney]

Show up and have a great time. Participate in the raffle and have lunch. A little luck, go home with a great raffle prize or an engraved pilsner glass. Meet a lot of friendly and knowledgeable yak fishermen and women. looking forward to meeting you there.


Thank you so much! I'm super pumped!


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[bwana]

Just signed up... Looking forward to seeing everyone.

I'm bringing a cured jar of Joe Josts Pickles Eggs for the midnight parking lot crew.

[randomism]

Just signed up. My son and I will be there to have a blast!

[Heroes On The Water]

GOT A FRIEND WHO WANTS TO FISH IN THE TOURNAMENT BUT DOESN'T HAVE A KAYAK???

NO PROBLEM!!!

Heroes on the water (HOW) will be loaning a limited number of kayak packages for use in the Mission Bay Classic.
Each package will include a kayak, PFD, and a paddle.

This is a great opportunity to share the fun and excitement of this tournament with a friend or family member.

Kayak package #1
Will be available for a $20 donation to HOW and will only be made available to MBC participants who have paid the required entrance fee for the tournament. (their name must be on the list of paid participants)

Kayak package #2
Will be available for a $40 donation to HOW and will only be made available to NON fishing guests of paid participants. This package also includes lunch for the guest.

RULES:
1. We have a limited number of kayaks to loan so you MUST contact me through private message as soon as possible to reserve a package.
2. All users of our kayaks MUST be over the age of 16 and MUST be accompanied by a MBC paid adult.
3. All users of our kayaks MUST PROPERLY WEAR A PFD AT ALL TIMES WHILE ON THE WATER. This will be strictly enforced!
WARNING...... There will be plenty of my HOW volunteers who will be participating in this tournament. All will be made aware to contact me immediately if they see anyone using our kayaks without wearing the supplied PFD. There will not be any second chances and the user will be immediately disqualified from the tournament, escorted off the water, and asked to leave the event.
4. All users of our kayaks who fish in the tournament MUST hold a valid California fishing license.
5. All users of our kayaks are soley responsible for any loss, theft, or damage to our kayaks, PFDs, and paddles while in their possession.
6. Fish blood on deck is good. People blood on deck is bad.
All users of our kayaks acknowledge that we (HOW), OEX or any of our volunteers or employees are not responsible for any injury or death that may arise while using our kayaks.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

Good luck to everyone, it's going to be a great day and I hope to see you all there.

Cbad Mike
Michael Weist

[Starsky]

Just signed up, looking forward to meeting everyone!

We are hitching the trailer up and making the drive down from Lancaster, staying at the Mission Bay RV Resort. Looking forward to spending some time on the water with my son for a good cause :you_rock:

[Iceman]

Jorge has secured Coca Cola to supply all the beverages for the BBQ again this year. :luxhello:

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[Iceman]

Team Sewer and Fishing MD are donating one of their new hoodies for the raffle :luxhello:

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[jorluivil]

Team Sewer and Fishing MD are donating one of their new hoodies for the raffle :luxhello:



The winner will be allowed to choose his/her size

[Iceman]

Joe and Kayak Pro Wraps have just offered the winners of both halibut and bass division a free custom hood wrap/ tailgate or custom sticker! :luxhello:

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/showthread.php?t=28460

[Iceman]

Hobie SWAG delivery!

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[jorluivil]

Hobie SWAG delivery!

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That Hobie H-Crate is a great gear crate.

[Iceman]

Big Bump!

less than 1 month to go for the biggest, bestest kayak fishing tournament in So Cal!

Giddyup!!!:D:paddleersmilie::reel::sifone:

[Zed]

Team Sewer and Fishing MD are donating one of their new hoodies for the raffle :luxhello:

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Thats some fine sewer swag. Gotta say.

[summers in kuwait]

Always stoked to participate in a great event for an even greater cause!

If you haven't signed up yet, do it!

[momo fish]

This is so much fun... Can't wait

[Iceman]

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Tommy Gomes is coming through once again supporting HOW with the main course FISH for the fish tacos. If you need to buy sea food this is where you should be going!

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[Fishin' Magician]

Big Bump!

less than 1 month to go for the biggest, bestest kayak fishing tournament in So Cal!

Giddyup!!!:D:paddleersmilie::reel::sifone:

There's only 45 people signed up for this event??? This is the BIGGEST kayaking tournament in Southern California people, we should have 3 times that many. If you haven't already done so, get signed up. Great event, great cause, LOTS of fun! Be there or be rhomboid!

[alanw]

I think it was like this last year too, about a week before the tourney it filled up to over 100 quick.

[TXMJG]

Just signed up!

[Fishin' Magician]

Let's hope that we set a new record for number of participants this year! But on the other hand, less people = a better chance for me to win both the heaviest stringer, the largest bass and the largest halibut. AND a better chance of winning all of the really cool raffle prizes. So on second thought, I hope that everyone just stays at home and watches golf on TV. As for me, I'll be there with all of my 'Weapons of Bass Destruction!'

Sign up people! 3 weeks until launch time! (That's launch, not lunch).

[Pocoloco]

DONE :cool:

[yaktime]

Two more entries looking forward to it

[M4TT]

i'm in. just sent funds.

[KirkG.]

I'm in. Cant wait.

[austin]

Will be fun to meet some new people and see some old friends.

[inbx3]

Just paid! Now if i could only catch fish :-)

[Jizzling]

Just sent the funds in. This is my first actual tournament so I'm super stoked. I'm also knew to kayak fishing. Can't wait to get out there and hopefully meet some of the members from here. Cheers!

[Cbad Mike]

It's good to see so many people signing up for a great tournament and cause.
This fundraising tournament ensures that the Southern California Chapter of HEROES ON THE WATER will be able to continue to help our disabled veterans both physically and mentally by offering them a day of fishing and relaxation on the water.

[Iceman]

Less than 2 weeks to go folks!:D

[Iceman]

Swag is piling up for the raffle.

Danuu Paddle Sport Accessories dropped off a Seairsports Pacific Angler, Wingman and some organizers over the weekend

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/IMG_5763.JPG

[momo fish]

I'm a last minute guy....

See you all the night before...

[theluckypig]

I'm a last minute guy....

See you all the night before...

me too...

[Iceman]

Promar Ahi sent over several landing nets and a sabiki rod for the raffle.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/IMG_5764.JPG

[JeffB]

Just picked up today for "Big Bass".

[Iceman]

Very cool Jeff! :luxhello: Thank you!

[Mike scales]

Looking forward to it! :cheers1::reeling:

[Ninefive1yaker]

Fee's paid, see you on the 16th:reel:

[Fishin' Magician]

Promar Ahi sent over several landing nets and a sabiki rod for the raffle.


http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/IMG_5764.JPG

To quote the Bard (if he ever fished), "To sabiki or not to sabiki, that is the question...."

[JeffB]

Just payed for my buddy Ed Glasco

[Harry Hill]

I'm in, I can't be there but I'm there for the cause, good luck to everyone who will be there.

[RedSledTeam]

We're in!! :party:

[Iceman]

More sponsors added to the list!

KBF and Branson Baits!

[Ohiostreetz]

IN IT TO WIN IT!!!!

[m7vasque]

Just paid. :reel:

[m7vasque]

Just paid for my brother, Gabriel Vasquez

[Heroes On The Water]

Just paid for my brother, Gabriel Vasquez

Looks like you're pretty new on BWE.
You're going to have a good time!
Thanks for the support!

[Rzawreckta]

Stoked I donated. 🇺🇸

[Iceman]

Stoked I donated. 🇺🇸

Let's see it!

Only 18 swag bags still up for grabs, first 100 to enter! :luxhello:

[theluckypig]

in! halibut division please...

[Rzawreckta]

Let's see it!

Only 18 swag bags still up for grabs, first 100 to enter! :luxhello:

Here it is The Cali Hali wall art.

[Iceman]

1 week to go, looking at forecast, it looks like we will be in another high pressure sunshine and mid 70s...........perfect!

[momo fish]

1 week to go, looking at forecast, it looks like we will be in another high pressure sunshine and mid 70s...........perfect!



I'm in !

[jorluivil]

IN.........;)

[MITCHELL]

Payed my $25 rather I can make it or not.

[Iceman]

95.............that means only 5 swag bags still up for grabs!

[Fishin' Magician]

I'm spending the day going through all of my 'stuff' trying to get prepared for the tournament. Can't wait! I look forward to this every year and my only wish is that it was twice a year instead of only one time. Maybe the second tournament could be in October after the summer crowds have dwindled? Just a thought.

Loading up Friday night and heading down south at o'dark thirty Saturday morning. Probably won't be able to sleep...., too excited! Woohoo!!!

[T-Rex]

Always a great event. Looking forward to it!

[fishing md]

Made some stuff for YOU GUY'S for Saturday!!!!!!!!!
and I'm not even 1/2 ways done!!!!! :D :D it's going to be a long 4 days till :grouphug::reel::cheers1:

http://i1080.photobucket.com/albums/j330/fishingmd/Untitled-2_zpsn8vgbskm.jpg (http://s1080.photobucket.com/user/fishingmd/media/Untitled-2_zpsn8vgbskm.jpg.html)

[sandico]

OEX Mission Bay will be offering 15% off almost everything in the store the day of the event.

This does not include: Kayaks, Electronics, and Special Order Items

Kerry Peeler
OEX Mission Bay

[Iceman]

Joe that stuff is KILLER! :luxhello: Sorry I dropped the ball..................been a little crazy lately! Had my crew stuffing the swag bags Friday, trying to stay ahead.

I am actually going Wednesday-Friday this week checking out Western Washington as my daughter is likely to be attending there next year. Gonna be some scrambling when I get back and on the road 4 am Saturday AM!

[fishing md]

Joe that stuff is KILLER! :luxhello: Sorry I dropped the ball..................been a little crazy lately! Had my crew stuffing the swag bags Friday, trying to stay ahead.

I am actually going Wednesday-Friday this week checking out Western Washington as my daughter is likely to be attending there next year. Gonna be some scrambling when I get back and on the road 4 am Saturday AM!

No worries!!!
good luck on Wednesday... my son is on his 3rd year:)
C U ON SATURDAY !!!!!!

[Stuck20]

95.............that means only 5 swag bags still up for grabs!
The wifey is coming home from deployment the day of the tourney so I won't be able to make it anymore. I'm #31 on the list: Andrew Stuck. Someone else can have my swag bag! Good luck everyone, I hope it's a good time. Hope to be there next year!

[Starsky]

OEX Mission Bay will be offering 15% off almost everything in the store the day of the event.

This does not include: Kayaks, Electronics, and Special Order Items

Kerry Peeler
OEX Mission Bay

Awesome, will the shop be early in case we need some last minute supplies? :you_rock:

[jorluivil]

Awesome, will the shop be early in case we need some last minute supplies? :you_rock:

It was last year.

[MrPatrick]

Stuck20, congrats on your Wife coming home. Good reason to miss the tournament. 🍻🍻

[Heroes On The Water]

Made some stuff for YOU GUY'S for Saturday!!!!!!!!!
and I'm not even 1/2 ways done!!!!! :D :D it's going to be a long 4 days till :grouphug::reel::cheers1:

http://i1080.photobucket.com/albums/j330/fishingmd/Untitled-2_zpsn8vgbskm.jpg (http://s1080.photobucket.com/user/fishingmd/media/Untitled-2_zpsn8vgbskm.jpg.html)

LOVE IT!!! :you_rock:

[kobra]

Andy, just paid. Name on credit card is Patricia.

[skrilla]

Donation rod under construction. Yeah yeah I'm a procrastinator. :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v120/whoaitslen2/proof/20160411_175454.jpg

[captnblood34]

Donation rod under construction. Yeah yeah I'm a procrastinator. :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v120/whoaitslen2/proof/20160411_175454.jpg

Sick!

[Iceman]

Thanks Len! :luxhello:

[outlawangler]

A little side tourney for anyone interested....$20 entry fee with all proceeds to HOW. (Because some of us cannot just stop donating money!!) Top 3 Spotties (Catch/Photo/Release) via TourneyX.com. (http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FTourneyX.com%2F&h=WAQGZt5DjAQEVEBbpFrLNrGzNcOU6gnNeL_U3UcZoGjVjwg&enc=AZNhGn7R8sjcKpvOQcjollGAeZN22-Lg9bfu3fVjfqDNWIKaNDhTdqd8TUqGXMpE-Wl7GsnI7z_PHLPEaML1ihGavZXn-HkdpNSid9Zzi-lHaRvgUPWmgogPFzzV3fAzYqJbTZkGPKCmDWVazz81fclENeKR fAWWgYU75etcG2cuiQ&s=1) First 10 to enter get a Kayak Bass Fishing Ball Cap.
Prize Action:
1. Shimano Torium 20HGLH, and Branson Baits
2. Frabill Capture Net and Branson Baits...
See More (https://www.facebook.com/events/1559769771001624/permalink/1576451732666761/)

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(http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Ftourneyx.com%2Ftournament%2Fh ow-mission-bay-classic%2F&h=OAQHG6QBa&enc=AZMEcky__v9-_67MuDIVIoVGv57QgwC4oETS4apfluXYv9R2aYY5TDvAUdR5Ws k0A4_FBGqeEeBh9Cz9lNoY35WCQvjKeyJfXbomxY-OQEm68Pfx6_MhIW15_uST85uvGPEGtGS894qjm9j6HrwZkKzRF e4GXSes9UmfL0yLc7Hidw&s=1)
HOW Mission Bay Classic - tourneyX.com (http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Ftourneyx.com%2Ftournament%2Fh ow-mission-bay-classic%2F&h=eAQEzkChW&enc=AZMk2oSonxlPuWR4uhK1RgNJtbeRZfbk-oz8PBPOJeMW8YESIa4Kuu0r5TiagmEA5AJz6Mt5Kr3jXbXuAeT gPuBBe7YCpVXE7Dld_3rbEnWtE49AYEPP4WOcFqdWEsbKB8HVA pjUuMLeSW3lbxNaUiNQGO4vVkv4r8abW7hkd-mKUw&s=1)
Heroes on the Water Mission Bay Classic- All proceeds from online tournament go to Heroes on the Water.
tourneyx.com

[C. Cary]

signed up. See you saturday.

[MITCHELL]

If someone has a Coleman stove I can bring a big pot of vegetable soup with beef pork turkey meat balls with bowls and spoons homemade Friday night. Crown point right.

[Harry Hill]

If someone has a Coleman stove I can bring a big pot of vegetable soup with beef pork turkey meat balls with bowls and spoons homemade Friday night. Crown point right.

you have homemade spoons, I'm impressed

[MITCHELL]

Soup and meatballs home made spoon and bowls probably recycled plastic and paper :eek:

[Iceman]

Not Crown Point, Santa Clara Point

[Sheephead]

Are those fishing the halibut division allowed to catch bait next to the bait barge? Less than 20 yds away? If not, are we allowed to catch bait next to bait barge prior to the tournament check-in/ start and use them?

[jorluivil]

Are those fishing the halibut division allowed to catch bait next to the bait barge? Less than 20 yds away? If not, are we allowed to catch bait next to bait barge prior to the tournament check-in/ start and use them?


I don't believe there are any restrictions on where you can make bait if you're fishing for halibut. I believe the bait barge is off limits for those fishing bass

[outlawangler]

We currently have 7 people signed up on TourneyX.com, I will keep registration open until the tourney begins in the morning. Good Luck to all who have entered. Odds of winning are looking pretty good for the 7 that have entered!

[Fish Taco]

I don't believe there are any restrictions on where you can make bait if you're fishing for halibut. I believe the bait barge is off limits for those fishing bass

So if we're only fishing for halibut, can we fish for halibut near the bait barge?

[Pocoloco]

pretty grey area. who is going to keep track or are you not allowed to fish both divisions?

[Iceman]

You declare your division when you sign in. Halibut division is exempt from this.

I think the bait barge is a moot point, but we were asked to declare it off bounds and have. Eddie Howerton told me the big fish are not under the barge any way they are under the surrounding docks :D............last year's winner Jeff? :biggrinjester:

[Kleake]

Hey guys hope everyone is having a good Friday and excited about the tournament tomorrow. I know was and that's why I'm asking for help. Quick bio... I'm 25, USCG boatswains mate I've been in 6 years and on my 5th living in SD. I just started kayak fishing from a PA14 late last summer. I don't get out as often as I would like due to my secdual. Two days ago I fell on some unfortunate events. Some D*** slashed all 4 of my truck tires Tuesday night and I woke up to my truck setting on all 4 rims Wednesday morning. I dropped my truck off at the dealership to have fixed through my insurance. Needless to say my truck will not be ready till tomorrow Saturday 16th. I live in Claremont just off the 5 between sea world dr and balboa. I'm reaching out bc I really don't want to miss out on this opportunity to fish in the Mission Bay Classic as it will be my last bc I'll be transferring next year. If anyone is available to help transport myself and kayak I'm up to help out with gas, buying bait or a cold 12pack. Your call. If you're available please PM me I'll be on every few hours.

[Hydronaut]

Kleake,
I'm a long time stalker, first time poster. I too live in Claremont and plan on fishing this Saturday. Many people on this site have helped me out and now I have the opportunity to give back. I will be more than willing to help you out as long as your ok with loading your PA on my roof rack cradles.

Tim:reeling:

[Pocoloco]

Karma points:you_rock:

[eLusiveYak]

Big first for me. First post, first derby, first trip to SD with my new outback. Looking forward to a good cause, tight lines and great people.:reel:

[bwana]

I feel fortunate to have won the Halibut Division rod in the raffle.

JeffB did an outstanding job building this rod. The workmanship is incredible.

Thank you JeffB!

[stevie951]

I feel fortunate to have won the Halibut Division rod in the raffle.

JeffB did an outstanding job building this rod. The workmanship is incredible.

Thank you JeffB!
I feel your fortune sir, First off would like to thank Kerry, OutlawAngler, and all others whom decided to throw their side tournament winning items into the main raffle, giving the rest of us more of a chance at some goodies! I came away with the Shimano Torium 20 and it is a lefty at that, could not have been more excited!

I was also fortunate enough to win this new Beautiful Camo X-13; an awesome addition to the arsenal, but even better, my pops does not have to float in his tube no more ;) I would like to especially thank Iceman Andy, OEX, and Malibu Kayaks for getting this Beauty in the raffle.

This was an awesome event, and even cooler due to the fact all the proceeds go to Disabled Veterans, i will now continue to think of HOW in all my future endeavors. Thank you to all others whom hosted, and I am glad to have been able to participate for sure..

Till next year (;

[Pocoloco]

:cheers1: always a good day when you get to fish

[captnblood34]

Thank you to all who came out to the MBKC! I hope all had as great of a time as I did. I wish there was more fish roped in but that's the way it goes. Thank you to OEX for hosting and thank you to all that contributed your time, effort, or any out of pocket expense towards the greater good of a well ran tournament. The veterans that The Southern California Chapter of Heroes On The Water are appreciative of your contribution. Check out the 2016 event dates, and come by! It was a pleasure to spend the day with you. See you next year!


Jay

[Chuck L]

Hi, and Thank You. I was lucky enough to win it in tournament on Saturday. The rod is "sick" it is so light and well constructed I am afraid to use it. Again Thank You! Chuck

[SALTFEVER]

Has the results been posted?

[Iceman]

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/showthread.php?t=28837