Date: October 28, 2023 Location: Tar Camp, Arkansas River. Despite the challenges presented by minimal river flow and recent heavy rains, the Arkansas River has proven to be a bountiful location for bass fishing. This season’s second stop at Tar Camp showcased the river’s healthy and abundant fish population.
While the majority of participants secured commendable catches, it was Mr. Mark Hensiek who distinguished himself by landing a total weight of 14.37 lbs, placing him firmly in first position. Notably, he also caught the event’s heaviest bass, weighing in at 4.88 lbs. He attributed his success to the use of a buzzbait.
Mr. Chuck Ellis, not far behind, secured second place with a total catch weighing 12.57 lbs, primarily using a bladed jig. The third spot was claimed by Mr. Don Armbrust with a catch of 12 lbs, employing crankbaits as his tool of choice.
| PL | Angler | Fish | Penalty | Big Bass | Total | Points | Payout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mark F. Hensiek | 5 | 4.88 | 14.37 | 194 | 406 | |
| 2 | Chuck Ellis | 5 | 3.54 | 12.57 | 193 | 200 | |
| 3 | Donald A. Armbrust | 5 | 12.00 | 192 | 79 | ||
| 4 | David W. Ellis | 5 | 2.94 | 11.92 | 191 | ||
| 5 | Gabe Woolems | 5 | 11.20 | 190 | |||
| 6 | Eric J. Turner | 5 | 11.13 | 189 | |||
| 7 | Ray Neighbors | 5 | 10.67 | 188 | |||
| 8 | Cameron Ivey | 5 | 10.47 | 187 | |||
| 9 | Blake Wilson | 5 | 10.42 | 186 | |||
| 10 | Rob S. Stone | 5 | 8.01 | 185 |
Special Recognition:
- Heaviest Bass: Mark Hensiek – 4.88 lbs ($70 prize)
The next scheduled tournament in this series is set for November 18th at Greers Ferry Lake, departing from the Hill Creek ramp.
For inquiries or more details regarding this or any upcoming events in the division, please reach out to Mr. Eric Turner at 501.952.1514 or through email at ifix_130@yahoo.com. Updates are also available on Facebook.
It is worth noting that these dedicated anglers earn valuable points toward the divisional Angler of the Year title. The points champion from each division will have the opportunity to compete in the annual American Bass Anglers AFT Angler of The Year Final Round at the AFT Championship. Furthermore, the top 500 anglers across various divisions will earn the privilege of competing in the prestigious three-day ABA 2024 AFT National Championship tournament.
About American Bass Anglers: American Bass Anglers is dedicated to providing affordable and locally accessible tournaments tailored for weekend anglers. These events also offer a progressive pathway for individual angler development.
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For more information about American Bass Anglers, including the American Fishing Tour, American Couples Series, annual Military Team Bass Tournament, Professional League, ABA Team Series, and Top 150 Solo Tour, all proudly presented by Caymas Boats, please visit www.americanbassanglers.com or call (256) 232-0406.
