"It is because of the generous financial support of companies like these ... as well as Bass Pro Shops of course, that we can continue to provide paybacks in excess of 100% of anglers' entry fees": said David Meadows, president of the Aurora Bassmasters.

Typically, the BPS Lake Simcoe Open is the only event in the country that produces several weights over 27 pounds year after year and holds the record for the heaviest five bass ever weighed in during a Canadian tournament at 31.5 lbs. It also lays claim to the heaviest bass ever weighed in during a Canadian Tournament- an 8.05 pound smallmouth also caught in 2010. It’s no wonder this event is recognized as the premier one day bass tournament in the country.

Register Before Oct 10 and save $40 and be eligible for the Mustang Early Bird Draw!

There are still several positions open for the 2014 BPS Lake Simcoe Open. Time is running out to capitalize on this opportunity and to ensure you pay the same entry fee as last year, anglers must register on or before October 10th. Register now and total entry fee (including Big Fish Pot) will remain at $400 per team (plus a small admin fee to Pay Pal) . Those teams registering after October 10th will pay an additional $40 and will need to sign up and pay in cash at the pre tournament meeting (Oct 17th) the evening before the big event. On Line registration thru PayPal will enable anglers to sign up and register easily and securely while on the club's website. Additionally, anglers who register on or before Oct 10th become eligible to win one of four Mustang Floater Suits that will be presented at the weigh in.

Pre-Tournament Meeting and Registration:
At least one member of your two person team must attend the pre-tournament meeting on Friday evening before the event. This year the location for this meeting will be the Best Western Plus Mariposa Inn and Conference Centre which is located at 400 Memorial Ave. Orillia, Ont. Doors Open at 5pm for registration and meeting will start at 6pm.

Special Guest Bob Izumi:
The Aurora Bassmasters are also pleased to welcome back Boater Exam spokesperson Bob Izumi who will be fishing the 2014 BPS Lake Simcoe Open. His partner will be local fishing ace and owner of the Lake Simcoe message board ... John Whyte. "This is really shaping up to be another outstanding event. With the cool weather this fall the bass out there in Simcoe are beginning to stack up ... just like competing anglers hope they would be. I can’t wait for Oct 18th  ... and in speaking with Bob ... I know he’s really excited about fishing it again as well,” said Whyte.

To register and for more details please visit www.aurorabass.com
Press Release prepared By:
Wil Wegman
Aurora Bassmasters Conservation Director