Fishing Tournaments

If you plan to hold a competitive fishing tournament on department-managed lands or waters, you are required to obtain a special event permit. This includes tournaments launched from department facilities at state parks, state fishing lakes, or other department properties. You may also be required to pay a fee for the permit, depending on the size of the event and the services required. Please contact the area office, applicable to the event, at least 30 days prior to the tournament date(s) to determine what requirements apply.

Special event permit conditions are listed HERE:

Tournament Collage

Tournaments that launch from Corps of Engineers Parks or Community Lakes may require a permit or reservation. You should contact the appropriate officials prior to the event for more information about these permits or reservations.

Bass Tournament Information

The Department has been summarizing tournament catches of black bass since 1977. These data have been provided by event organizers or club officers primarily on a voluntary basis. Fisheries biologists use the data to understand relative abundances and length frequencies of bass in these impoundments. This information can be used in addition to their standard sampling data to help evaluate management activities.

The Department encourages tournament organizers to voluntarily provide their tournament results. Please download an online copy of the "Kansas Bass Tournament Log" to record your results and submit them to the tournament monitoring coordinator.

To submit your "Kansas Bass Tournament Log," you may do one of the following:

1. Mail it to Attn: Tournament Coordinator, Emporia Survey and Research Office, PO Box 1525, Emporia KS 66801

2. Fax it to (620) 342-6248 or

3. Leave a message on "Contact the tournament monitoring coordinator" to receive an email address to send your results as an email attachment.

Tournament Monitoring Reports

The tournament black bass pass may be purchased online, or any location where fishing and hunting licenses are sold.

Please note: Each individual wishing to utilize the Tournament Black Bass Pass must purchase this permit, regardless of age or exemption status.

Anglers participating in a weigh-in tournament who hold a tournament black bass pass (TBBP) are given two privileges:

  1. In a weigh-in tournament conducted September 1 - June 15, an angler may keep five fish, to be released after tournament weigh-in, that meet the statewide 15-inch minimum length limit but are under a special length limit for that fishing location.
  2. In a weigh-in tournament conducted September 1 - June 15, an angler is allowed to cull his or her catch after reaching the daily creel limit, by releasing a small fish and replacing it with a larger one.

Persuant to K.A.R. 115-7-9, all vessels used by participants in a weigh-in bass tournament must have a working livewell that contains an electrolyte solution, and the following procedures must be followed for weigh-in and release:

  • One individual work crew support for each 10 anglers
  • One weigh-in tank filled with an electrolyte-water chemical solution and fitted with recirculation and aeration accessories for every 25 anglers
  • If the water temperature at the tournament location is 75°F or cooler, water in the weigh-in tank shall be maintained at the same temperature
  • If the water temperature at the tournament location is warmer than 75°F, water in the weigh-in tank shall be 5 to 10° cooler but shall not exceed 85°F
  • Not more than 4 anglers shall be in the weigh-in line at any one time
  • Weigh-in bags containing livewell water shall be reinforced, reusable, and capable of holding up to 15 pounds of live fish and 2 gallons of water
  • The weigh-in site shall be located near the vessel mooring site and the release site, vehicle, or vessel and under a portable awning, event tent, or in the shade

Minimum requirements for releasing bass during a weigh-in tournament include:

  • Fish shall not be released directly into the water after being weighed
  • If release tubes, vehicles, or vessels are used, holding tanks shall contain a ½ percent noniodized salt solution
  • If release tubes, vehicles, or vessels are not used, fish must be dipped in a 3 percent noniodized salt solution the same temperature the lake water for 10-15 seconds before being released
  • The release site must have water at least 3 feet deep with good circulation and a hard bottom
  • The release site must be located away from vessel traffic and public-use vessel ramps
  • Each participant’s vessel used in the tournament should be cleaned before and after the tournament in compliance with department guidelines regarding the prevention of aquatic nuisance species (ANS).
Complete Tournament Schedule

04/06/2024

Salina Bassmasters

Location: Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 04/06/24 - 04/07/24

Contact: Rob Jilka

Phone No: 785-819-4824

Time: 5:00 am - 4:00 pm



04/13/2024

KANSAS BASS NATION YOUTH FISHING

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Dates: 04/13/24 - 04/14/24

Contact: Tate Herrman

Phone No: 785-466-6564

Time: 6:00 am


Other Information:

Fishing Tournament- 2 Day Bass Youth 6am-4pm each day

Kansas Bass Nation Youth Fishing is part of B.A.S.S. 

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle permits required for all vehicles to enter the State Park - not matter the length of stay.


04/20/2024

Kansas Bass Nation Youth Fishing

Location: Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 04/20/24 - 04/21/24

Contact: Tate Herrman

Phone No: 785-466-6564

Time: 6:00 am - 4:00 pm



04/27/2024

Oregon Trail Bassmasters

Location: Wilson State Park Otoe Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 04/27/24 - 04/28/24

Contact: Charles Sheid

Phone No: 402-705-2987

Time: 5:00 am - 5:00 pm



Kansas Walleye Association

Location: Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 04/27/24 - 04/28/24

Contact: Shandi Webster

Phone No: 620-899-0222

Time: 5:30 am - 4:00 pm



04/28/2024

American Bass Anglers

Location: Wilson State Park Otoe Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Sunday, April 28, 2024

Contact: Brent Barker

Time: 4:00 am - 5:00 pm



KANSAS BUDDY BASS

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Date: Sunday, April 28, 2024

Contact: Andrew Barnabei

Phone No: 605-880-0119

Time: 6:00 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.

https://www.ksbuddybass.com


05/04/2024

Boot Hill Bass Club

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 05/04/24 - 05/05/24

Contact: Justin Weil

Time: 6:00 am - 1:00 pm



Hi Plains Bassmasters

Location: Wilson State Park Otoe Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 05/04/24 - 05/05/24

Contact: Chris Unruh

Time: 6:00 am - 4:00 pm



Knotheads Bowfishing

Location: Wilson, Glen Elder, Kanopolis Boat Ramps

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 05/04/24 - 05/05/24

Contact: Donna Sue Graham

Time: 8:00 pm - 8:00 am



05/11/2024

Hays Bass Anglers Association

Location: Wilson State Park

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Saturday, May 11, 2024

Contact: Clayton Rudman

Time: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm



05/18/2024

Hays Bass Anglers Association

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 05/18/24 - 05/19/24

Contact: Clayton Rudman

Time: 6:00 am - 4:00 pm



06/01/2024

Codell Men's Cast Event

Location: Wilson State Park

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Saturday, June 01, 2024

Time: 7:30 am - 8:00 pm



06/08/2024

AMERICAN BASS ANGLERS

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Date: Saturday, June 08, 2024

Contact: Brent Barker

Phone No: 316-652-5939

Time: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm


Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.


06/15/2024

NBAA Southern Colorado Team Trail

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 06/15/24 - 06/16/24

Contact: Frank Bianchi

Time: 5:00 am - 4:00 pm



Bassaholics Bass Club

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: Tournament

Date: Saturday, June 15, 2024

Contact: Marion Daniels

Phone No: 816-935-9963

Time: 5:30 am - 3:00 pm


Other Information:

Fishing Tournament-Bass

Location: LAKE VIEW BOAT RAMP

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.


06/22/2024

I 70 Bass Anglers

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024

Contact: Kelly Ross

Time: 5:00 am - 3:00 pm



BACKLASHER BASS CLUB

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024

Contact: Justin Allen

Phone No: 913-626-8955

Time: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm


Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.


07/13/2024

I 70 Bass Anglers

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Saturday, July 13, 2024

Contact: Kelly Ross

Time: 5:00 am - 3:00 pm



Backlashers Bass Club

Location: Wilson State Park Otoe Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Saturday, July 13, 2024

Contact: Justin Allen

Time: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm



07/20/2024

Silted Water Bass LLC

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 07/20/24 - 07/21/24

Contact: Charles Sheid

Time: 4:00 am - 5:00 pm



07/27/2024

Knotheads Bowfishing

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 07/27/24 - 07/28/24

Contact: Donna Sue Graham

Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 am



09/08/2024

3D Archery Shoot and Free Park Entrance

Location: Lovewell State Park

Type: 3D Archery Tournament; Free park vehicle entrance.

Date: Sunday, September 08, 2024

Contact: Thane Loring

Phone No: (785) 753-4971

Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm


Other Information:

3D Archery Shoot begins at 9 am - Individuals compete on 14 station 3D archery range. Divisions for Men, Women, Youth. Steel Deer Target Contest at 12 noon. Prizes awarded at 1 pm. Free Park Entrance Day, no vehicle permits required.


09/14/2024

I 70 BASS ANGLERES

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024

Contact: Kelly Ross

Phone No: 785-200-5446

Time: 5:00 am - 3:00 am


Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.


09/28/2024

AMERICAN BASS ANGLERS

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Contact: Brent Barker

Phone No: 316-652-5939

Time: 4:00 am - 5:00 pm


Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.


10/05/2024

Kansas Bass Nation Youth Fishing

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 10/05/24 - 10/06/24

Contact: Tate Herrman

Time: 5:00 am - 4:00 pm



10/06/2024

EAST KANSAS BASSMASTERS

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Date: Sunday, October 06, 2024

Contact: Brian Keeney

Phone No: 913-424-8285

Time: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm


Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.


10/13/2024

Kansas Buddy Bass

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Sunday, October 13, 2024

Contact: Drew Barnabei

Time: 6:00 am - 4:00 pm



Contact the tournament monitoring coordinator

Please submit your tournament-related messages or questions below to the tournament monitoring coordinator. If you would like to submit your "Kansas Bass Tournament Log," leave a message indicating this and the tournament coordinator will respond with the e-mail address to send your attachment.

You may also call the Pratt Operations Office Division of Fish and Wildlife at (620)-672-5911 for tournament-related questions and information.

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