Travis Smith and Danny Batinich show the fish that won them first place in the Bassmasters Club’s December tournament. Photo provided by Travis Smith.Sixteen anglers participated in the Bassmasters Club’s December tournament. Travis Smith and Danny Batinich came in first place with a total fish weight of 21.10 lbs.
The team of Nolan Cromwell and Bentley Pilley came in second place with a total weight of 16.23. Dave Brittenham and Rich Tucker reeled in third place with a total weight of 15.38 lbs.
The “Big Fish” title went to Jim Wright, who caught a caught a bass weighing 5.85 lbs.
Each team is limited to five fish. All fish are released back into the lake after being weighed.
Tournaments are held on the first Saturday that follows the monthly meeting. Tournaments are held from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Summer tournaments are held from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Canyon Lakers who like to fish and want to improve their skills in a friendly, competitive environment are invited to join the Bassmasters. For more information about membership, contact Travis Smith at 951-525-7550.
