QUITMAN, TX– The Toyota Texas Bass
Classic (TTBC) is looking for volunteers to help support the Texas-sized
outdoor music festival and world championship fishing event. The 9th annual
TTBC is returning to Lake Fork Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-25, 2015. The event
will host the world's greatest anglers as well as chart topping country music
performances. This is a perfect opportunity for fishing enthusiasts or those
looking to make some great Memorial Day weekend memories to come out and assist
with this action-packed event.
Along with the memories, volunteers will receive exclusive tournament gear;
including an official TTBC t-shirt and hat, a lunch volunteer badge (serves as
general admission Saturday, Sunday & Monday) and a parking pass. Below you
will find a list and brief description of the Toyota Texas Bass Classic
Volunteer Committees.
ADMISSIONS/WILL CALL: Admissions volunteers will be responsible for staffing
the admissions gate and assisting security to ensure that all spectators have
the proper tickets for entry. Will Call volunteers will be responsible for
staffing a ticket booth at the event entrance for ticket buyers to pick up
previously purchased tickets.
MEDIA / PR: Assist Tournament staff with the general operations of the Media
Center and promotion of the Tournament, assist with sponsor requests and angler
appearances.
TOURNAMENT OFFICE: Assists Tournament Staff with answering the phones, greeting
visitors, receiving and logging deliveries along with other administrative
duties as requested by Tournament Staff.
TPWD OUTDOOR ADVENTURES AREA: Assist the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
(TPWD) with various activities in the TP&W Outdoor Adventures Area.
VOLUNTEER SERVICES: Responsible for staffing the volunteer headquarters,
handling uniform distribution and maintaining a comfortable working environment
for the volunteers.
"With an event of this size, we rely heavily on the support of our
volunteers in order to create a seamless event for all to enjoy. Whether you're
a fishing enthusiast or simply looking to get involved in a major community
event, there is a volunteer committee for you," said Lenny Francoeur, Tournament Director of the Toyota Texas Bass
Classic. "Volunteering also provides an excellent opportunity to join in
on the support of the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department."
About the Tournament: The Toyota Texas Bass Classic is a world-class bass
fishing tournament, featuring the top 35 bass anglers in the world, along with
a festival to include exceptional entertainment and a variety of family and
industry activities. This three-day event will take place Memorial Day Weekend,
May 23-25, 2015 on Lake Fork in Quitman, Texas.
Events / Entertainment: Extraordinary live music and events that will appeal to
the whole family. This will include a variety of games and activities at the
Brookshire's Outdoor Adventures Area, incredible food and a fishing industry
expo, featuring seminars and the latest in fishing equipment, gear and
accessories.
Charity: Proceeds benefit the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. For more
information click here to visit the Texas Parks & Wildlife page. www.tpwd.state.tx.us
Current sponsors: Toyota, Bass Pro Shops, Nitro Boats, Wood County Industrial
Commission, Anheuser-Busch, LEER Truck Caps, The Coca-Cola Company, Tellepsen, GoPro, HOLT CAT, JBL,
GEICO, Brookshire's Grocery Company, Kim's Convenience Store, Academy Sports +
Outdoors, Allied Waste Systems, Peoples Telephone Cooperative, TLC Media, Tyler
Morning Telegraph, 105.7 KYKX, The Ranch KKUS 104.1, KMOO 99.9 & Sabine
River Authority.
For additional information, visit ToyotaTexasBassClassic.com or call
1-866-907-0143.
For volunteer application, visit http://www.toyotatexasbassclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2015-Volunteer-Application.pdf
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