When faced with unexpected challenges, the Lake Martin community is known for showing strength and uniting in times of need. This was evident when one of the year’s most significant fishing tournaments in the country was unexpectedly put on hold, prompting the Lake Martin community to step up and take on a leadership role, with just days to pull off what would seem like an impossible feat.
The St. Croix Bassmaster Open series paves the way for bass anglers to qualify for the prestigious Bassmaster Classic and Elite series. With coveted invitations to these tournaments on the line, an estimated 200 anglers contended in the Bassmaster Opens throughout this year, participating in a rigorous schedule of nine tournaments in three different divisions throughout the country.
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