30th Anniversary WON BASS U.S. OPEN, Sept. 10-12 2012

[WON BASSIN]

Be a part of history at the 30th WON BASS U.S. Open, Sept. 10-12 2012

The U.S. Open made history back in 1981 with the first ever professional bass tournament offering over $150,000 in prizes payouts. Back then, tournament fishing was still in its infancy, and nothing like the U.S. Open had ever been offered to a National audience of its kind.

Winning the U.S. Open has paved the way for many anglers since it first began in 1981, with Greg Hines being the first to win the prestigious event. The U.S. Open has had 29 champions in its history, and the list is a virtual who’s who in the bass industry. Names such as three-time winners Mike Folkestad and Aaron Martens; two-time winners Clifford Pirch, Byron Velvick and John Murray; and of course, none other than Mr. Bass Pro Shops himself, Rick Clunn, have earned the title of champion during the 30-year history of the U.S. Open.

This year’s 2012 US Open will mark the 30th anniversary of the famous and notoriously toughest west coast tournament ever. Lake Mead, located in Nevada near Las Vegas, has been home to the event since its inception, and will continue for many years to come.

The conditions presented at Lake Mead make for one of the most level playing fields of its kind. The extreme heat and unpredictable weather conditions that frequent Lake Mead, make this event what it is. Rick Clunn has been quoted in regards to the U.S. Open by saying “It is the toughest, most grueling test of an angler’s skill and will, to overcome the obstacles and mental exhaustion which is the U.S. Open.” He goes on to mention, “That if you do not have a U.S. Open title on your resume, you really can’t call yourself a true champion.”

Connotations such as these are what make up the character and strength of the anglers that test themselves and their equipment at the ultimate test — the U.S. Open. With the experience and well-trained staff at WON BASS and Western Outdoor News, combined with the partnerships from our great sponsors, together we strive to make each and every U.S. Open the best there ever was.

Once again our great title sponsors, Nitro Boats and Mercury Motors, have joined forces to offer the 2012 U.S. Open Champion a brand-new, ready-to-drive-away Nitro Z8 with a Mercury 225 ProSX OptiMax package, plus the first place payout earnings based on our official 2012 boat count. Based on 150 boats entering this year’s event, we plan on dolling out over $180,000 in cash to the Pro side, with $50,000 on the AAA side.

The U.S. Open is a shared-weight format, and the amateurs are encouraged and coached by the Pros during the three-day event. The U.S. Open will once again be hosted at the Boulder Station Casino and Hotel, and they are once again offering a discounted rate for our anglers during the event. Make sure to get signed up and involved, as this could be your time to make history.

US Open Dates - September 10th - 11th - 12th, 2012.

US Open Entry Fee: Pro $1600 ALL IN - AAA $600 ALL IN ( Required Deposit - Pro - $600 / AAA - $300 )

US Open Options Included:

Both Pro and AAA Top 5 Big Fish Each Day earn $1000 = 3 Days $30,000
Both Pro and AAA Biggest Sack each day earn $2,000 = 3 days $12,000
Biggest Fish each day on Pro side earn MotorGuide Trolling Motor
Biggest Fish each day on AAA side earn Dobyns Rod
Angler who nets each days Biggest Fish earn Promar "Best Net Man" Award

More sponsor Items to come.....



US Open Host Hotel – Boulder Station Casino & Hotel - Click link below to access Boulder Station reservations.

http://www.wonbass.com/archives/2012/pr ... _open.html

US Open Host Marina – Callville Bay Marina - http://callvillebay.com


Early Bird Registration Deadline - July 31st, 2012 - TOP THIS is giving away a "Super Sport" Snug Top worth $2,700. See TOP THIS - http://topthis.biz/

Itinerary is attached:

AAA or Co angler recommendations: Get signed up as soon as possible with your deposit. This will get you on the waiting list. As we get closer to the event, and more Pro's start to sign up, those on the list will be removed and entered with Pro's that do NOT sign up with a AAA. I strongly recommend that as a AAA, you network with your local anglers and tackle shops, to find a Pro who intends on fishing the Open. Once you find someone, ask to be their "Sign-Up Partner" which guarantees your entry into the Open. Otherwise, your just sitting on a list that tends to not move as fast as anyone would like.

For more information or to sign up for this year’s Open, call WON BASS Director of Operations Billy Egan at (949) 366-0030, ext. 40. or click on this link here: http://www.wonbass.com/archives/2012/pr ... _open.html

[WON BASSIN]

Entry Form and 2012 Logo

[WON BASSIN]

You can now sign up for the US Open online by going to http://www.wonews.com/c-95-won-bass-us-open.aspx

Get signed up early....TOP THIS... and walk away with a $2700 Super Sport Snug Top! Deadline is July 31st!

[Tom Inmon]

Should be a great event, sounds like Mead is fishing great! One of these years I will have to fish the open..

[WON BASSIN]

Tom,

I would have to say without a shadow of a doubt, that this years US Open will be the biggest and best Open event in History. If you have ever wanted or dreamed of being a part of the Open, then do not hesitate..... Get in, make whatever arrangements you need to to attend this years event. Do not be one of those guys, that say "I WISH" i had entered or gone. Make it a reality and be a part of history!

[tbob]

There is a lot of information up on the http://www.wonbass.com website, including a new promotional video featuring many of our past winners, and other information about the schedules, entry forms, early-bird prize promotions, and much more to come.

[Andy Manahl]

I love the facebook features you guys are currently using..

Maybe a twitter account is also needed as well. Might be good for quick updates as well. Social Media seems to be the way to go and looks like you guys are on the right track!! See ya in Vegas!

Andy

[Schneider Fishing]

I'm looking for a pro-to sign up with to guarantee my spot. Give me a call at the shop
951-296-0912

[Brian D.]

Did you get in Robert?

[Andy Manahl]

wonder how many silver eagles are fishing this tournament? I know Kramer and Folkestad are fishing.. Not sure who else is a silver eagle but It would be a fun fact to know?!!

[crazy rick]

im looking for someone to share a room with for the us open at boulder station. reservation is already made and its $19 a night. 4nights- sun thru wed. crazy rick 714-996-bass