Things To Do & See

Missouri River Open Bass Tournament

The Missouri River Open Bass Tournament attracts top bass fishing teams from as far away as Oklahoma. Under the direction of Mark Allard, Joe Lander, Phil Claeys, Tim Kacena & Tom Claeys, the Sioux City Missouri River Team Bass Tournament has grown from 22 boats in 1997 to 50 boats in 2000 and is expected to max out at 80 boats next year. A great grass roots effort has turned this tournament into a premier event with a first-class reputation. The Missouri & Big Sioux Rivers will challenge all of your fishing skills. These rivers are home to 7 pound largemouth and 4 pound smallmouth but be prepared to work hard for these elusive creatures.

The tournament is supported by many local and national sponsors including the Fish America Foundation. Through their efforts 600 kids have received new rods and reels the last two years during the youth fishing tournament. For complete details please visit their web site at http://www.bassaction.com/.