Larry " Dirtman" Martin Memorial BASS Tournament

On Sunday April 25, 2027 there will be a BASS tournament honoring Larry “Dirtman” Martin at Strugeon Creek Marina from 6:00am (safe light) to 3:00pm. Entry Fee for the event is $150.00. This event will be an 80/20 split with a portion of the entry fees going towards the American Cancer Society in Larry’s name.
Money Break Down- $150.00 entry fee
$100.00- Tournament prize pool
$20.00- Big Fish pot
$ 30.00- Towards donation
• All payouts will be in form of certified checks
• Boat position will be determined based on entry fee submission
• Methods of payment accepted- Check, Venmo, Cashapp, Cash.
• We will be accepting entry fees the morning of the Tournament
Tournament Director- Erik Anderson- 570-660-2297/ [email protected]
Official Weigh Master- Dave Fauntleroy- 540-840-6772
Example payment break down based off 100 boats. Maximum of 10 paid places
• The number of paid places may be adjusted if under 50 boats.
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Big Fish- $2,000.00
1st- $4,000
2nd- $2,000
3rd-$1,000
4th-$800
5th- $600
6th- $500
7th- $400
8th-$300
9th-$225
10th-$175
American Cancer Society donation from entry fees- $3,000.00 (based off 100 boats)
Larry “Dirtman” Martin Memorial Bass Fishing Tournament Rules
1. Eligibility
• All participants must complete registration before the tournament begins.
• Each angler must possess a valid fishing license if required by state or local law.
• Tournament officials reserve the right to disqualify participants for rule violations or unsafe conduct.
2. Tournament Schedule
• Check-in begins: __5:00am______
• Official launch: __6:00am______
• Check-in deadline: __3:00pm ___
- Boat flights/check in times will be established based of participation
- Late arrivals to check-in will be penalized 1 pound per minute of being late.
3. Boats and Safety
• All boats must comply with applicable boating laws.
• A U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket must be worn whenever the combustion engine is running.
• The engine K*ll switch must be attached to the operator while the combustion engine is in use.
• Boats must have all required safety equipment.
• Reckless or unsafe operation will result in immediate disqualification.
4. Fishing Regulations
• Only largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are eligible unless otherwise announced.
• Artificial lures only unless otherwise specified.
• Only one fishing rod may be used at a time.
• All fish must be caught legally by rod and reel.
• Intentional snagging is prohibited.
• Anglers must obey all state and local fishing regulations.
5. Fishing Hours
• No fishing before the official start.
• All fishing must cease at the official end time.
• Boats must return to the designated check-in point before the deadline.
6. Sportsmanship
• Respect fellow competitors.
• Maintain a reasonable distance from other boats.
• Do not intentionally interfere with another angler.
• No fishing within 25 yards next to another competitor that has their power poles down and trolling motor stowed
• No fishing within 50 yards of another competitor without verbal agreement.
• Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in penalties or disqualification.
7. Livewell Requirements
• Boats must have a functioning livewell capable of keeping fish healthy.
• Fish should remain in the livewell until weigh-in.
• Use livewell treatment and aeration whenever possible.
• Dead fish will receive a weight penalty. ___.8___lbs
8. Limits
• Maximum of five (5) bass may be weighed unless otherwise announced.
• Minimum length: ____12____ inches (or according to state regulations).
• Short fish will not be weighed.
9. Weigh-In Procedures
• Fish must be presented in a weigh-in bag.
• Tournament staff will determine official weight.
• Anglers are responsible for bringing fish to the scales.
• Fish should be handled carefully to maximize survival.
10. Scoring
• Winners are determined by the total weight of eligible fish.
• Big Bass award goes to the single heaviest legal bass.
• Ties are broken by:
1. Largest single bass
11. Penalties
• Late weigh-in: _____1___ pound deduction per minute or disqualification after ____10____ minutes.
• Dead fish: ____.8____ pound deduction per fish.
• Short fish: Will not be weighed
• Can not weigh a dead fish for BIG FISH prize
• Rule violations may result in weight deductions or disqualification.
12. Off limits
• Tournament officials may designate additional off-limits areas before launch.
13. Weather
• Tournament officials may delay, suspend, or cancel the event due to hazardous weather.
• All participants must comply immediately with official instructions.
14. Protests
• Any protest must be submitted to the Tournament Director before the close of weigh-in.
• The Tournament Director's decision is final.
15. Liability
• All participants fish at their own risk.
• Tournament organizers, sponsors, and volunteers are not responsible for accidents, injuries, theft, or property damage.
• Participants are responsible for knowing and following all applicable laws and regulations.

The wavier provided below can be signed digitally and emailed to the tournament director:
Erik Anderson- [email protected]
Upon receiving the entry fee and signed wavier the participant will receive a boat number. Payment methods accepted below.
Venmo- @Erik-Anderson-294
Cash App- $eafanderson80
Mail a check- Ask for address
Cash


Dirtman’s Bass Fishing Tournament Liability Waiver and Release Form
Participant Information
Participant Name: _______________________________________
Phone: ________________________________________________
Co- Participant Name:___________________________________
Phone:_________________________________________________
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Liability Waiver and Assumption of Risk
I, the undersigned participant, acknowledge that participating in a bass fishing tournament involves inherent risks, including but not limited to boating accidents, drowning, slips and falls, adverse weather conditions, lightning, collisions, equipment failure, wildlife encounters, and personal injury.
I voluntarily assume all risks associated with participating in this tournament.
I certify that:
• I am physically able to participate in this event.
• I possess all licenses and permits required by law.
• My boat and equipment meet all applicable federal, state, and local safety requirements.
• I will wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device whenever required by tournament rules or law.
• I will operate my boat safely and responsibly.
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Release of Liability
In consideration of being allowed to participate in this tournament, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the tournament organizers, tournament director, sponsors, volunteers, officials, landowners, host facilities, and all affiliated individuals or organizations from any and all claims, liabilities, demands, damages, losses, costs, or causes of action arising out of or related to my participation in the tournament, including claims resulting from ordinary negligence to the fullest extent permitted by law.
This release applies to any injury, illness, disability, death, property damage, or property loss occurring before, during, or after the event.
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Medical Authorization
If I become injured or incapacitated during the tournament, I authorize tournament officials to obtain emergency medical treatment on my behalf if necessary. I understand that I am solely responsible for all medical expenses incurred.
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Rules Agreement
I acknowledge that I have read and understand the official tournament rules.
I agree to:
• Follow all tournament rules and decisions of tournament officials.
• Follow all federal, state, and local boating and fishing regulations.
• Display good sportsmanship.
• Fish honestly and ethically.
• Accept that violations of tournament rules may result in penalties or disqualification.
I understand that all decisions made by the Tournament Director are final.
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Photo and Media Release
I grant permission to the tournament organizers to photograph, video record, and use my name, likeness, voice, and images captured during the event for promotional, educational, advertising, and social media purposes without compensation.
☐ Yes
☐ No
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Signature
I have carefully read this Liability Waiver and Release Form. I understand its contents and sign it voluntarily.
Participant Signature: ____________________________________
Printed Name: ____________________________________________
Co-Participant Signature:________________________________
Printed Name:________________________________________
Date: _______________________
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