Toyota announced that it will host a no-entry-fee team tournament Sunday, Oct. 14 at Lake Norman near Charlotte, N.C. The 1-day tournament was created in an effort to show appreciation for anglers who have purchased a Toyota truck and registered for the Toyota Trucks Bonus Bucks program.
“The support we’ve received from anglers who have purchased our trucks has both humbled and excited us," said Toyota engagement marketing manager Jim Baudino. "This no-entry-fee event is designed to offer our sincere appreciation for the hundreds of anglers who have supported our brand and signed-up for Bonus Bucks. We’re hoping to see several of them at Lake Norman."
All registered Bonus Bucks participants are invited, and only one of the team members must be registered in the Bonus Bucks program to be eligible to compete in the tournament, which will be held out of Queen’s Landing. Tournament officials from B.A.S.S. will be on site to help orchestrate the event.
The Top 30 teams are guaranteed a paycheck. The first 100 teams to sign up will receive a gift pack including a custom-made “Tundra Fishing Team” rod from Quantum, as well as a tackle pack and clothing from Carhartt.
Pre-registration by Oct. 6 is required. B.A.S.S. tournament staff will be on site on the afternoon of Oct. 13 for angler check-in, followed by a series of “Tundra tailgate seminars” conducted by Elite Series anglers Kevin VanDam, Terry Scroggins, Mike Iaconelli, Gerald Swindle, Britt Myers, Marty Robinson and Casey Ashley. The first 50 teams to sign up will enjoy a free dinner cruise with the Elite anglers Saturday evening; however, the pros will not be eligible to fish the tournament.
All participating teams will be treated to a complimentary barbecue at Queen’s Landing immediately following the weigh-in on Sunday.
To register for the tournament, visit www.ToyotaFishing.com or call (918) 742-6424.
Signing up for Bonus Bucks is simple. Own or lease a 2008 or newer Toyota Tundra, Sequoia, 4Runner, FJ Cruiser or Tacoma and register at the Web address or phone number above (callers should ask for Kendell). Then be the highest-finishing eligible participant in your FLW or B.A.S.S. affiliated tournament, and you win the Bonus Bucks.
