Good Stuff Pski -

On the tourney exemptions - it's nothing more that a line that already exists on the current tourney applications when held on "Bass Management Lakes"

It currently reads: Are you requesting an exemption from the Special Bass Management Regulations - with a "YES" or "NO" check box.

They then send you "permission slip" of sorts, along with the approved application paperwork and each boater needs to carry a copy. They only say no during warm water months to my knowledge (which would be in the best interest of the fish anyway)

The extra effort is minimal for those applying for permits - but it might put a damper on non-sanctioned events.

One thing is for sure in all of this - bass fishing sure is a hot topic round these parts.