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SUMMARY:Iowa's Bass Elite Solo Trail - Three Mile
DESCRIPTION:2026 Iowa’s BEST Solo Bass Trail Rules\nWelcome to the 2026 Iowa’s BEST Solo Bass Trail! All anglers are expected to compete with honesty\, integrity\, and respect for fellow participants and the waters we fish. Please review the official tournament rules carefully before each event. \n\n Catch & Weigh-In Rules\n5-fish limit – no length restriction. \nDead fish penalty: 1 lb per dead fish. \nNo culling dead fish. Dead fish cannot be weighed for Big Bass. \nBig Bass tie-breaker: Big fish breaks tie on bag limit. Big bag breaks tie on Big Bass.Weigh-in begins 15 minutes after check-in time. \n\n Blast-Off & Check-In Procedures\nBlast position determined by dowel draw at the ramp. \nThe dowel must be returned to the check-in boat before the official check-in time. \n  Penalty: 1 lb per minute late\, up to 15 minutes. \n  After 15 minutes\, total weight = 0 lbs for the day (not a disqualification). \n\n On-the-Water Conduct\nThe angler occupying water has exclusive rights to fishable space within a reasonable casting distance. \nOther anglers may not cast into that area without permission. \nAny law enforcement citation on the water = disqualification for that event. \nNo live bait\, no trolling\, no snagging\, and no unconventional fishing methods. \nAlabama rigs are allowed but limited to 1 hook only. \nNon-puncture cull tags only. Use of puncture cull tags = disqualification. \n\n Sportsmanship & Conduct\nAll state and federal laws must be followed at all times. \nNo alcohol or illegal substances during tournament hours. \nUnsportsmanlike behavior may result in disqualification at the tournament director’s discretion. \nRespect fellow anglers\, boaters\, and anyone enjoying the lake. Sportsmanship is expected from everyone. \n\n Protests\, Points & Disqualifications\nAny on-the-water protest must be filed before weigh-in begins. \nAnglers may protest the scalemaster if weigh-in procedures are not followed. \nDisqualification (DQ): \nResults in 0 AOY points for the event. \nThe disqualified event cannot be dropped from AOY standings. \nThe tournament director has final authority on all rulings\, penalties\, and protests.
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/iowas-bass-elite-solo-trail-three-mile/
LOCATION:Three Mile
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SUMMARY:I-Bass - West Lake Okoboji
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\, the Iowa-based I-BASS tournament series returns to West Lake Okoboji for the second time in 2026—and this one feels even bigger. The first stop gives everyone a read on the lake. The second stop? That’s where adjustments get made\, grudges get settled\, and somebody cashes in on what they learned the hard way. \nWest Okoboji isn’t just “another lake”—it’s one of Iowa’s most storied big-water fisheries\, a 3\,847-acre glacial lake that plunges to roughly 138.9 feet\, with no motoring restrictions and the kind of clear-water reputation that demands precision. Iowa DNR Programs It’s also widely recognized for world-class largemouth and smallmouth opportunities\, and when people talk about some of the biggest bass in Iowa\, this lake is always in the conversation. The Iowa Sportsman+1 In fact\, West Okoboji is famously tied to Iowa trophy smallmouth history—often cited as the home water of the state-record smallmouth bass. Game & Fish Magazine \nBy late July\, the lake turns into a true tournament puzzle: expansive water\, countless options\, and fish that can make you look brilliant—or humble—within a single hour. That combination of big-bite potential and big-water decision making is exactly why this second Okoboji stop is one of the most highly anticipated events on the I-BASS schedule. \nBe sure to swing over to nearby Spirit Lake while in the area.  The smallmouth bite can be fantastic!
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/i-bass-west-lake-okoboji-2/
LOCATION:West Lake Okoboji\, Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T070000
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SUMMARY:Big Bass Tour - Cabela's 3 Day - La Crosse
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n\nHumminbird Big Bass Classic presented by Explore La Crosse- $108\,000 GUARANTEED PRIZES & PAYOUTS\n\n3 DAY EVENT\nJuly 31st – August 2nd (Friday-Sunday)\n\nEntry Fee\nThree Day $250 | Two Day $175 | One Day $125 | Youth $75 (Entry fees are per angler)\n\nLocation\nUpper Mississippi River\, Pool 7\,8\,9\, La Crosse\, WI\n\nWeigh-in Site\nVeterans Freedom Park\, 120 Clinton St.\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\nStart Time (first cast)\nStart fishing time (first cast) will be announced the week of the tournament.\n\n\n\nGUARANTEED OVERALL GRAND PRIZE: $20\,000 CASH \nGuaranteed Total Hourly Paybacks: $63\,525\n1st: $1\,000\n2nd: $500\n3rd: $300\n4th: $250\n5th: $225\n6th: $200\n7th: $175\n8th: $150\n9th: $125\n10th: $100 \nYouth Division Total Payback: $600\n1st: $300\n2nd: $200\n3rd: $100 \nEarly Entry Prizes: $24\,000\nAbu Garcia Veritas® LTD 7’6″ Casting Rod – Value $159.95 \n\n\n\n\n\nEarly entry prizes go to the first 150 two or three-day online entrants. One-day and youth entries are not eligible for an early entry prize. \nEarly entry prizes may be picked up on the day listed below or during any tournament day. Please don’t call our offices about early entry prizes. There is a prize counter at the top of each event page. Prizes are gone when the counter shows zero. We will post the date the counter goes to zero on the site. *Another angler may pick up your early entry prize if you cannot attend. \nEarly Entry Prize Pick-up\nThursday\, July 30th\, from 4-6 PM at Veterans Freedom Park. You may also pick up prizes on any of the tournament days. \nEarly Entry Prize Features \n\n\nPowerlux® 100 delivers a 15% stronger* and 5% lighter** rod\, while remaining lightweight and well balanced.\nROCS™ (Robotically Optimized Casting System) Guide train for maximized casting distance with lighter lures\nTitanium alloy guides with ultra-light zirconium inserts allow for a lightweight\, balanced rod.\nWinn® advanced polymer Dri-Tac grips\nErgonomic Abu-designed reel seat\n\n\nEvent Registration\nRegistration for an Event closes at 9:00 p.m. on the Thursday before the Event begins for a three-day entry. There will be no morning registration on Friday\, Saturday\, and/or Sunday of the Event.  Participants may register online before the Event or in person at the designated time above during prize pickup hours.  Once an event begins\, participants who register late online must do so before 9:00 p.m. on Friday and before 6 p.m. on Saturday for the remaining days and must also adhere to the off-limits rules listed in section 6.02. Click here to see rule 6.02Text System\nYou may enter yourself in the text system for this event by texting the word “lacrosse” to 833-933-1717. We will enter your number in the system\, but some carriers block this type of message\, so entering it yourself will prevent the chance of being blocked.  Also\, if you have previously opted out of our system\, you must re-opt in by texting the word start to 833-933-1717. If you opt out\, we cannot put you back in the system.**ANDROID USERS**\nIf you have an Android and aren’t receiving texts from us\, you will need to search for the number 833-933-1717 in your text app and accept that it is not spam. \nStart Time\nBecause we host our tournaments at different times of year\, we will notify everyone of the start time the week of the tournament. We will notify you via text message. Start time (first cast) for each tournament will be safe light and set by the tournament director. You may launch and be on the water\, but you may not begin fishing until we notify you of the first cast. Please do not call our offices regarding the start time. We will post the start-fishing time on this page and text the time the week of the event.  You will also be sent a live leaderboard link once the event begins. \nWeigh-in Times: All days of the event\n7-8 am\n8-9 am\n9-10 am\n10-11 am\n11 am-12 pm\n12-1 pm\n1-2 pm \n\nHotel Information\nClick here for area hotels\n\nFish Size Limits\nLargemouth – Smallmouth – 14”\n\n\nParticipants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or adult with written parental permission.  If the youth angler is fishing with a parent or relative\, no consent is needed. (Written parental permission must be provided to Event staff before the start of the Event) Participants under 18 years of age may not fish alone during the Event.\nJunior Division for 2026.  Participants 12 and under will compete for a top 3 event payout at a reduced entry fee. The entry fee for the entire event is $75 (regardless of the number of days fished)\, and we will pay three places for the top three bass weighed in during the event.  Anglers 13 and over will compete for full payouts and pay full entry fees.
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/big-bass-tour-cabelas-3-day-la-crosse/
LOCATION:La Crosse\, WI\, 401 Clinton Street\, La Crosse\, 54603\, United States
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SUMMARY:Iowa's Bass Elite Solo Trail - Twelve Mile
DESCRIPTION:2026 Iowa’s BEST Solo Bass Trail Rules\nWelcome to the 2026 Iowa’s BEST Solo Bass Trail! All anglers are expected to compete with honesty\, integrity\, and respect for fellow participants and the waters we fish. Please review the official tournament rules carefully before each event. \n\n Catch & Weigh-In Rules\n5-fish limit – no length restriction. \nDead fish penalty: 1 lb per dead fish. \nNo culling dead fish. Dead fish cannot be weighed for Big Bass. \nBig Bass tie-breaker: Big fish breaks tie on bag limit. Big bag breaks tie on Big Bass.Weigh-in begins 15 minutes after check-in time. \n\n Blast-Off & Check-In Procedures\nBlast position determined by dowel draw at the ramp. \nThe dowel must be returned to the check-in boat before the official check-in time. \n  Penalty: 1 lb per minute late\, up to 15 minutes. \n  After 15 minutes\, total weight = 0 lbs for the day (not a disqualification). \n\n On-the-Water Conduct\nThe angler occupying water has exclusive rights to fishable space within a reasonable casting distance. \nOther anglers may not cast into that area without permission. \nAny law enforcement citation on the water = disqualification for that event. \nNo live bait\, no trolling\, no snagging\, and no unconventional fishing methods. \nAlabama rigs are allowed but limited to 1 hook only. \nNon-puncture cull tags only. Use of puncture cull tags = disqualification. \n\n Sportsmanship & Conduct\nAll state and federal laws must be followed at all times. \nNo alcohol or illegal substances during tournament hours. \nUnsportsmanlike behavior may result in disqualification at the tournament director’s discretion. \nRespect fellow anglers\, boaters\, and anyone enjoying the lake. Sportsmanship is expected from everyone. \n\n Protests\, Points & Disqualifications\nAny on-the-water protest must be filed before weigh-in begins. \nAnglers may protest the scalemaster if weigh-in procedures are not followed. \nDisqualification (DQ): \nResults in 0 AOY points for the event. \nThe disqualified event cannot be dropped from AOY standings. \nThe tournament director has final authority on all rulings\, penalties\, and protests. \n\n Angler Responsibility\nBy entering the Iowa’s BEST Solo Bass Trail\, you agree to follow these rules\, maintain good sportsmanship\, and promote ethical competitive fishing throughout the 2026 season.
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/iowas-bass-elite-solo-trail-twelve-mile/
LOCATION:IA
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SUMMARY:Iowa Bass Nation 10K Tournament
DESCRIPTION:With $10\,000 for the winner\, this event brings in the best of the best.   Don’t miss it!
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/iowa-bass-nation-10k-tournament/
LOCATION:Prairie Du Chien\, Washington Street\, Prairie Du Chien\, WI\, 53821\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T203149Z
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SUMMARY:I-Bass - 12 Mile Lake
DESCRIPTION:Twelve Mile is a straight-up BIG BASS playground\, and it’s built for anglers who love flipping wood one minute and dragging deeper structure the next. This Union County reservoir has a “tournament lake” feel from end to end—because it’s packed with cover\, has legit depth\, and it’s famous for putting out quality fish year after year. Iowa DNR Programs+1 \nWhat makes 12 Mile special is how much of it screams ambush water. The lake is loaded with trees/wood cover and shoreline targets that let bass set up and eat—perfect for anglers hunting that one violent bite that changes the whole day. Then\, if you want to swing for a true kicker\, Twelve Mile also offers deep-water opportunities with creek-channel breaks\, points\, and depth changes that set up perfectly for bigger fish when conditions line up. Iowa DNR Programs+1 \nAnd the best part for tournament energy? It’s a no-wake lake (no size limit at no-wake)—so instead of a “run fast\, fish fast” event\, it becomes a precision hunt for giants\, where the anglers who manage their water\, rotate the best trees\, and time the deeper bite are the ones most likely to hoist a bag with a true BIG BASS in it. Iowa DNR Programs
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/i-bass-12-mile-lake/
LOCATION:12 Mile\, 12 Mile Lake\, Creston\, IA\, United States
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SUMMARY:CRBM - Marquette Pool 10
DESCRIPTION:CRBM – Marquette Pool 10 Riverfront Park Ramp
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/crbm-marquette-pool-10/
LOCATION:Pool 10\, Mississippi River\, IA
CATEGORIES:$25 Membership Annually
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SUMMARY:I-Bass - Little River (2 Day)
DESCRIPTION:A two-day I-BASS tournament on Little River (Little River Watershed Lake)—August 8–9\, 2026—is the kind of event that rewards brains as much as brawn. Day-one heroics are great\, but two-day formats are about something harder: building a plan you can repeat\, protecting your best water\, and still leaving yourself room to adjust when the lake inevitably changes. \nLittle River is a perfect stage for it. At roughly 733 acres with a max depth around 35.8 feet\, it offers enough variety to spread the field out—while still being “small enough” that pressure and timing matter in a big way. With strong amenities like a hard-surface boat ramp and fish cleaning station\, it’s set up for the full two-day tournament grind—long mornings\, busy weigh-ins\, and a lot of scoreboard watching. \nTwo-day strategy: how winners think\n1) Don’t burn your best spot on Day 1A classic two-day mistake is leaning too hard on the “A-spot” early and leaving nothing for Day 2. The best approach is often to sample: confirm you can get quality there\, take what the lake gives\, and then back off before you educate or drain it. \n2) Build a rotation\, not a single patternTwo-day events are won with a milk run—a handful of high-percentage areas you can rotate through when the bite timing shifts. On Little River\, that can mean blending shallow targets early and late\, then leaning on mid-depth contours when the sun gets higher. \n3) Manage fish and manage pressureDay 1 teaches the entire field what “looks good\,” so expect Day 2 to fish smaller. Winners plan for that by having Plan B water that’s less obvious: secondary areas\, off-angle stretches\, or spots that only produce during a short window. \n4) Make Day 2 easier with Day 1 decisionsThe goal isn’t just a strong first day—it’s a first day that sets up a clean second day. That means keeping fish alive and healthy\, staying disciplined with time\, and not forcing a gamble that blows up your confidence or your water. \nThe storyline: consistency wins\nIn a two-day format\, the trophy usually goes to the angler who can stack two solid performances\, not just one monster bag. Expect an event where small adjustments—timing\, angles\, and when to leave fish alone—are the difference between leading after Day 1 and winning on Day 2.
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/i-bass-little-river-2-day/
LOCATION:Little River\, Leon\, IA\, United States
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SUMMARY:No Nonsense Prairie Bass - Prairie Du Chien - Qualifier #5
DESCRIPTION:No Nonsense Prairie Bass Series – Final Points Tournament of 2026 Season – August 22\, 2026 \nPrairie Du Chien\, WI – The stage is set for the final points tournament of the 2026 No Nonsense Prairie Bass Series\, launching out of Prairie Du Chien\, Wisconsin. This is where the season-long grind comes to a head—where every cast\, every bite\, and every ounce will matter. \nThe stakes couldn’t be higher: only the Top 20 teams will punch their ticket to the Classic. Points are notoriously tight at this stage of the season\, and a single place in the standings can make or break a team’s championship hopes. With tournament winners from the first four events already guaranteed a Classic berth\, there’s still room for a few more teams to sneak in—if they can deliver under pressure. \nBy the time fall settles over the Upper Mississippi\, the river undergoes a dramatic transformation. The turnover shifts patterns\, cooling water reshapes fish behavior\, and shad become the dominant forage. And where the shad go\, the bass are sure to follow. Successful anglers will be those who can track these bait movements and adjust seamlessly\, whether chasing schooling smallmouth in current or hunting largemouth pushing into the backwaters. \n“This is the most exciting tournament of the year because everything is on the line\,” said one teams captain. “Fall on Pool 10 is unpredictable\, and the best anglers will rise to the occasion. There’s nothing like fighting for your spot in the Classic with the river changing by the hour.” \n🎣 No Nonsense Prairie Bass Series – 2026 Season Overview\nThe No Nonsense Prairie Bass Series (NNPBS) out of Prairie du Chien\, Wisconsin\, has earned its reputation as one of the most competitive and rewarding team bass tournaments on the Upper Mississippi River. \nEach event launches from the Washington Street ramp on St. Feriole Island\, and all competition takes place within Pool 10 — locking through the dams is not permitted. This keeps the playing field level and the focus on pure angling skill. \nTeams consist of two anglers — a boater (angler) and a non-boater (co-angler) — who compete across five qualifying tournaments\, a Wildcard event\, and the season-ending Classic Championship. \nWith average event participation of 80 to 85 boats\, this series is both fiercely competitive and incredibly rewarding. \n\n🏁 The Qualifiers: Five Stages of Competition\nQualifier 5: Late Summer to Early Fall – The Make-or-Break\nThe final qualifier often decides who secures a Classic spot — and who heads to the Wildcard. As fish follow shad and transition toward fall patterns\, conditions can change daily. \nTopwater bites return\, weights climb\, and pressure is sky-high. One big kicker can make the season. \n🎯 The Wildcard: One Last Shot at the Classic\nDidn’t make the Top 20 in the overall standings? The Wildcard Event is your second chance. \nAny team that fished all five qualifiers can enter this one-day shootout for $100 per boat\, and the top five teams advance to the Classic Championship. \nIt’s all on the line — one big fish or one clutch decision could turn a long season into a shot at the big money. \n🏆 The Classic Championship\nThe NNPBS Classic is the grand finale — a two-day\, no-entry-fee championship featuring the Top 20 teams from the AOY standings plus the five Wildcard qualifiers. \nHeld exclusively on Pool 10\, this event crowns the best of the best. With two full days to perform under pressure\, teamwork\, precision\, and local knowledge make all the difference. \n💰 Big Payouts and Huge Opportunities\nThe Classic’s first-place prize regularly exceeds $7\,000\, and total winnings can soar much higher thanks to side pots and contingency awards. \nThe 2026 season marks an exciting milestone — the NNPBS Classic is now an officially approved White River Contingency Awards Tournament. \nThat means anglers fishing from Nitro Boats\, Ranger Boats\, or Triton Boats who are enrolled in their manufacturers’ contingency programs can earn up to an additional $8\,000 for a Classic win. \nCombined with the series’ existing prize structure\, a championship-winning team could walk away with as much as $16\,000 — all from a no-entry-fee tournament. \n\n🏅 Why Anglers Love NNPBS\nNo entry fee for the Classic Championship \nTop-tier payouts with cash\, side pots\, and manufacturer bonuses \n80–85 boats per event for serious\, high-level competition \nSame Pool format — all fishing within Pool 10\, no locking through \nTrue teamwork between boater and co-angler in every event \nFair\, consistent structure that rewards dedication and skill \nNo Nonsense means just go fish fairly and leave the drama out of it \nIt’s easy to see why so many anglers consider NNPBS the premier tournament series on the Upper Mississippi River. \n\n🙌 Acknowledgements\nA huge thank-you to Dustin Collins\, Cabela’s\, and Bass Pro Shops for helping secure these contingency opportunities. Their partnership and support continue to elevate the series and reward the anglers who make it great. \n\n📍 Follow the Season\nBass-Cafe.com is committed to providing all bass fishing enthusiast and tournament anglers up to date schedules\, reviews and write ups on the sport we all love.  Any club or series that submits their schedule will be added for free by the team at Bass-Cafe.  No Nonsense Prairie Bass Series has live pre tournament launch videos broadcast via their Facebook page and then follow that up with live launches and weigh ins. \nThe No Nonsense Prairie Bass Series has once again proven why it’s one of the Midwest’s premier tournament trails. With fields consistently pushing 90+ boats\, the level of competition is unmatched\, and the drama only builds as the Classic draws closer. \nEvent Details: \nDate: August 22\, 2026 \nLocation: Prairie Du Chien\, Wisconsin – Pool 10\, Mississippi River \nSeries: No Nonsense Prairie Bass Series – Final Points Event \nAnglers from across the Midwest are ready for this showdown. For some\, it’s about solidifying their legacy; for others\, it’s about fighting tooth and nail to grab one of the last coveted Classic spots. \nIn the No Nonsense Prairie Bass Series\, the mantra is always the same: to be the best\, you must beat the best. This final points event will decide who gets that chance. \nFor more information about the series\, registration\, and updates\, please contact No Nonsense Prairie Bass.
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/no-nonsense-prairie-bass-series-prairie-du-chien-5-of-5/
LOCATION:Pool 10\, Mississippi River\, IA
CATEGORIES:$25 Membership Annually,Membership Required,Multi Flight Lauches,Winnings Paid Immediately
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213630
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SUMMARY:I-Bass - West Lake Okoboji (2 Day)
DESCRIPTION:A two-day I-BASS tournament on West Lake Okoboji is a different kind of pressure—big water\, big decisions\, and two full days where the lake will absolutely make you adjust. In a format like this\, it’s not just about catching them once. It’s about proving you can repeat success on one of Iowa’s most iconic fisheries. \nWest Okoboji’s scale is part of what makes it so demanding: about 3\,847 acres with depths pushing ~138.9 feet (deepest in Iowa). That kind of depth and clear-water character creates multiple “lakes within the lake\,” so the winner is usually the angler who can commit to a plan—and still pivot fast when conditions shift. \nTwo-day strategies that win on West O\n1) Day 1 is for information… Day 2 is for executionOn Okoboji\, Day 1 often reveals where quality fish are living—certain stretches\, depth bands\, or specific bottom/cover types. Smart anglers avoid falling in love with one spot and instead lock onto a repeatable zone they can run again. \n2) Protect your juice: don’t blow up your best water earlyIn two-day events\, the worst feeling is leading after Day 1 and realizing you “used up” your best group. On West O\, that means being careful with areas that produce key bites—especially if they’re on smaller sweet spots. Take your upgrades\, then back off and save it. \n3) Build two patterns: a “numbers” plan and a “kicker” planTwo-day formats reward stability. A great approach on Okoboji is having: \n\n\na limit program (something reliable you can lean on)\, and \n\n\na kicker program (a higher-risk swing for the bites that win tournaments).That keeps you from panicking if the big-bite window closes. \n\n\n4) Timing is everything—plan for bite windowsOkoboji often turns into a timing game: morning flurries\, midday lulls\, and short windows that light up. Two days means you can learn Day 1’s rhythm and then be in the right place at the right time on Day 2. \n5) Don’t chase ghosts across big waterBig lakes tempt anglers to run all over. In two-day events\, efficiency wins: pick a region\, commit\, and refine. Day 2 is usually where the “mile too far” run costs people the tournament. \nThe storyline: big water\, two-day pressure\, trophy-caliber fish\nWith Okoboji’s reputation for trophy potential—often mentioned among the places where some of Iowa’s biggest bass come from—a two-day I-BASS event here feels like a championship-style test. Over two days\, it’s the angler who manages water\, controls risk\, and makes the cleanest adjustments who rises to the top.
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/i-bass-west-lake-okoboji-2-day/
LOCATION:West Lake Okoboji\, Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213630
CREATED:20251215T000105Z
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UID:29405-1789196400-1789225200@bass-cafe.com
SUMMARY:CRBM - Lansing\, Iowa
DESCRIPTION:Cedar Rapids Bassmaster visit Lansing\, Iowa in what is sure to be a big bass event!  From big smallmouth the massive Iowa largemouth\, this is a big bag of the year event!
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/crbm-lansing-iowa/
LOCATION:Lansing\, Iowa\, Village Creek Ramp\, Lansing\, IA\, 52151\, United States
CATEGORIES:$25 Membership Annually
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cedar Rapids Bassmasters":MAILTO:bobh1804@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213630
CREATED:20251104T195845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T195845Z
UID:29271-1789795800-1789826400@bass-cafe.com
SUMMARY:Iowa Bass Busters - Okoboji - Qualifier #4
DESCRIPTION:🎣 Iowa Bass Busters / Fish On Bass Tournament Series – 2026\nGet ready to set the hook and feel the adrenaline — the Iowa Bass Busters / Fish On Bass Tournament Series is back and bigger than ever for 2026! Across Iowa’s most legendary bass waters\, anglers will chase trophies\, bragging rights\, and the pure rush of a five-fish limit that can change everything at the weigh-in. \n🗓 2026 Tournament Lakes\n\n\n12 Mile Lake – Known for its deep structure and monster largemouth\, 12 Mile is a favorite stop where precision casting and patience pay off. \n\n\n3 Mile Lake – A proven bass powerhouse. With clear water\, submerged timber\, and solid spring bite action\, this lake keeps even seasoned pros guessing. \n\n\nLake Okoboji – The crown jewel of Iowa bass fishing. Massive fish\, stunning scenery\, and fierce competition — the perfect place to close out a season. \n\n\n⚡ Why Anglers Love It\n\n\nHigh Stakes\, Heavy Bags – Every event is a chance to land a personal best. Bass over five pounds aren’t uncommon\, and winning weights can break records. \n\n\nHeart-Pounding Weigh-Ins – Feel the crowd buzz as bags hit the scales and ounces decide the leaderboard. \n\n\nCommunity Spirit – More than a competition — it’s a family of anglers who live for early mornings\, lake mist\, and the thrill of “Fish On!” \n\n\n🎣 Who Should Join\nWhether you’re a weekend warrior or a seasoned pro\, the Iowa Bass Busters Series welcomes all who share the passion. Bring your boat\, your best baits\, and your competitive edge — the water’s calling.
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/iowa-bass-busters-okoboji-qualifier-4/
LOCATION:Okoboji\, IA\, 51355\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Bass Busters Fish On":MAILTO:iowabassbusters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213630
CREATED:20251104T200052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T200958Z
UID:29274-1789882200-1789912800@bass-cafe.com
SUMMARY:Iowa Bass Busters - Okoboji - Qualifier #5
DESCRIPTION:🎣 Iowa Bass Busters / Fish On Bass Tournament Series – 2026\nGet ready to set the hook and feel the adrenaline — the Iowa Bass Busters / Fish On Bass Tournament Series is back and bigger than ever for 2026! Across Iowa’s most legendary bass waters\, anglers will chase trophies\, bragging rights\, and the pure rush of a five-fish limit that can change everything at the weigh-in. \n🗓 2026 Tournament Lakes\n\n\n12 Mile Lake – Known for its deep structure and monster largemouth\, 12 Mile is a favorite stop where precision casting and patience pay off. \n\n\n3 Mile Lake – A proven bass powerhouse. With clear water\, submerged timber\, and solid spring bite action\, this lake keeps even seasoned pros guessing. \n\n\nLake Okoboji – The crown jewel of Iowa bass fishing. Massive fish\, stunning scenery\, and fierce competition — the perfect place to close out a season. \n\n\n⚡ Why Anglers Love It\n\n\nHigh Stakes\, Heavy Bags – Every event is a chance to land a personal best. Bass over five pounds aren’t uncommon\, and winning weights can break records. \n\n\nHeart-Pounding Weigh-Ins – Feel the crowd buzz as bags hit the scales and ounces decide the leaderboard. \n\n\nCommunity Spirit – More than a competition — it’s a family of anglers who live for early mornings\, lake mist\, and the thrill of “Fish On!” \n\n\n🎣 Who Should Join\nWhether you’re a weekend warrior or a seasoned pro\, the Iowa Bass Busters Series welcomes all who share the passion. Bring your boat\, your best baits\, and your competitive edge — the water’s calling.
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/iowa-bass-busters-okoboji-qualifier-5/
LOCATION:Okobogi Lake\, Milford\, 51353\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Bass Busters Fish On":MAILTO:iowabassbusters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213630
CREATED:20251209T205219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T205513Z
UID:29372-1790404200-1790433000@bass-cafe.com
SUMMARY:I-Bass - 3 Mile  Season Championship
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 26\, 2026\, the I-BASS Tournament Series Championship lands on Three Mile Lake—and it’s the kind of finale that feels bigger than a single day of fishing. This is the last stop of the season\, the pressure is real\, and every cast carries the weight of a full year of decisions\, finishes\, and close calls. \nGetting here is the story. It’s been a long road through a schedule that demanded versatility and stamina—West Lake Okoboji three times\, Little River twice\, and plenty of tough stops in between where consistency mattered as much as greatness. By the time the Championship arrives\, nobody in contention is coasting. They’ve earned every point\, every check\, and every ounce of momentum the hard way. \nAnd then there’s Three Mile Lake—a perfect place to settle it. At roughly 880 acres with a maximum depth around 47 feet\, it’s big enough to offer options\, but compact enough that it forces decisions and punishes mistakes. With its motoring restrictions (including no inboards/personal watercraft)\, it becomes a tactical\, high-focus event where angles\, timing\, and clean execution separate the field. \nThis is where the season cashes out. The anglers chasing the points championship won’t just be fishing for a bag—they’ll be fishing the margins: protecting a lead\, making a comeback\, or swinging for the kind of finish that turns a great year into a title. When the final weigh-in is over\, the winner won’t just have won a tournament—they’ll have proven it across an entire season.
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/i-bass-3-mile-season-championship/
LOCATION:3 Mile
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213630
CREATED:20251030T144950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T144950Z
UID:29221-1791099000-1791214200@bass-cafe.com
SUMMARY:Iowa's Bass Elite Solo Trail - Okoboji
DESCRIPTION:TOC: 10/3/2026 (Saturday) & 10/4/2026 (Sunday) Okoboji 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Upper Gar Ramp\nALL LAKES GO OFF LIMITS AT 12:01AM THE MONDAY PRIOR TO THE EVENT\nTOC will have an official practice Friday 10/2. All anglers must be off the water by 6:00 PM on 10/2
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/iowas-bass-elite-solo-trail-okoboji/
LOCATION:Okoboji\, IA\, 51355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213630
CREATED:20251215T000332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T000332Z
UID:29408-1791615600-1791644400@bass-cafe.com
SUMMARY:CRBM - Guttenberg - Jim Rashid Memorial Classic Day 1
DESCRIPTION:City ramp below dam 7-3
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/crbm-guttenberg-jim-rashid-memorial-classic-day-1/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:$25 Membership Annually
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213630
CREATED:20251215T000757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T000757Z
UID:29410-1791702000-1791730800@bass-cafe.com
SUMMARY:CRBM - Guttenberg Pool 11 - Jim Rashid Memorial Classic Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Below the dam
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/crbm-guttenberg-pool-11-jim-rashid-memorial-classic-day-2/
LOCATION:Guttenberg\, United States
CATEGORIES:$25 Membership Annually
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cedar Rapids Bassmasters":MAILTO:bobh1804@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213630
CREATED:20251215T001000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T001000Z
UID:29412-1792825200-1792854000@bass-cafe.com
SUMMARY:CRBM - Lansing\, Iowa (Bill Gove & Tom Bowler Memorial)
DESCRIPTION:Village Creek Ramp
URL:https://bass-cafe.com/event/crbm-lansing-iowa-bill-gove-tom-bowler-memorial/
LOCATION:Lansing\, Iowa\, Village Creek Ramp\, Lansing\, IA\, 52151\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cedar Rapids Bassmasters":MAILTO:bobh1804@aol.com
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