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For those who know the lake well, this is one of the most rewarding months to fish—when the crowds are gone, the bass are hungry, and the water belongs to you.

For bass, crappie, and walleye enthusiasts, October offers both reliable action and the chance to enjoy the quiet beauty of autumn on the water.

For the first time in event history, the championship will take place amid the pristine beauty of the Bass Pro Shops National Headquarters — a fitting testament to the brand’s roots and reverence for angling tradition.