IBF Report

The Indiana Bass Federation will host another team bass tournament July 23 on Wawasee and Syracuse lakes to benefit the Riley Children’s Foundation.

Entry fee is $100 if paid before July 14th and $110 the day of the tournament.  Hours are 7 am to 3 pm. The event will launch from the Syracuse ramp with parking at the nearby PolarKraft facility.

Last year’s event drew 56 boats and raised $3,000 for the Riley Children’s Foundation. It pays one place for every five entries up to 10 places, with 30 percent entry fees going to the Riley charity.

And that’s not all, as several additional quality prizes to be offered. Farm Bureau Insurance will guarantee a $1000 big bass award. Trailmaster Trailers is sponsoring the “Long Haul Award” which will pay $150 to the boat opener that travels the furthest from his/her home to fish the event, The Fraternal Order of Eagles of South Bend is hosting a trio of awards – a $100 gift card to the highest placed male/female team, $50 to the youngest angler and $50 to the most “seasoned” angler.

Starboard Choice Marine is sponsoring the Lucky Dawg award where one team will be drawn to win $100. Other sponsors include Collins and Company Realtors. Lake Drive Marine, Clear H2O Bait and Tackle, Ye Olde Tackle Box, True Value Hardware of Plymouth and The Angler. Hot dogs and Cokes will be served after the tournament.

For entry form or more info contact Mike Goins at 574-298-0208 or mgoins521@outlook.com.

Riley Children’s Hospital, strives to provide a family-friendly environment with world-class healthcare for children and Camp Riley, an annual summer camp program that lets children with physical disabilities experience life without limits and adventures that help them build confidence and friendships.