A chilly start to Day One

Debra Hengst prepares for Day One of the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open on Lewisville Lake.

With a field of 178 boats, Lewisville Lake Park was busy in the early hours.

A full moon hangs overhead while anglers prepare their boats for take-off.

Rods in hand, a co-angler awaits his pro partner.

Favorable weather conditions are forecast for Day One on Lewisville Lake.

A co-anglers’ gear is stored temporarily at the shoreline.

A 2013 Bassmaster Classic berth will be awarded to the winner of Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open.

A BoatUS Angler towboat, official towing service of Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Opens, is on hand to offer towing services if needed.

Anglers pay tribute to the flag at the playing of the National Anthem.

Tournament Director Chris Bowes calls boat number one to the dock.

Bassmaster Elite Series angler Brent Chapman idles through the safety check before take-off.

Tournament assistant Tony Quick tosses competitors their fob.

Bassmaster Elite Series angler Brian Snowden idles toward take-off.

Bassmaster Opens angler Debra Hengst looks forward to the start of the 2012 season.

With temperatures in the low 30s for Day One, proper gear is essential.

Defending champion Mark Tucker hopes to have the same success that he did in 2011.

Kevin Short sports his usual pink colors for the 2012 season.