Attend the 2018 Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year Championship

The final event of the 2018 Bassmaster Elite Series is coming to Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee, Ga. on September 20-23. 

Takeoff

The public is welcome for an early morning look at 50 of the best bass anglers in the world beginning their day on Lake Chatuge. Takeoff will begin with the national anthem at 7:10 a.m. ET.  The location for the takeoff is Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Rd, Hiawassee, Ga. 30546.

Weigh-ins

After a day on the water, watch the Elite Series anglers weigh in their catches on stage with B.A.S.S. emcee Dave Mercer and Tournament Director Trip Weldon. Weigh-ins are scheduled to begin at 3:30 p.m ET at the same location as takeoff, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Rd, Hiawassee, Ga. 30546.

Expo

Expo runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The Elite Series Expo will feature:

  • Take a demo ride of a Nitro, Skeeter or Triton boat
  • See the latest from Toyota and win prizes
  • See the Berkley Experience trailer with it’s live aquarium
  • Buy official B.A.S.S. merchandise and more.
  • Win prizes and more from Cahartt
  • Learn more about Yamaha, TH Marine, Power-Pole and more
  • Sunday is Military and Public Safety Personnel Day — bring your I.D. for an official Bassmaster hat!
  • Saturday there is no weigh-in, but get a chance to meet all 50 of the Bassmaster Elite Series AOY contenders and attend seminars at Bassmaster University. 

Hotels

Ridges Resort  Reservations 706-896-2262   

Brasstown Valley Resort