OPEN TX RULES
1 - 5 fish limit per boat. Largemouth or Smallmouth. 15 inches until June 15th - 12 inches June 16th on.
2 - 8-ounce penalty per dead fish
3 - Artificial lures only. No live bait
4 - All 2026 Maryland fishing and boating laws will apply
5 - All boats entered must have a factory installed operational aerated livewell of at least 10 gallons capable of holding a 5 fish limit of bass for the duration of the tournament.
6 - All boats must have all safety equipment available
7 - All boats must be inspected before launching
8 - No alcohol or illegal drugs permitted
9 - A 1 lb. per minute penalty will be assessed for late return, up to 15 minutes. After 15 you are
disqualified.
10 - Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in a disqualification
11 - Please keep a courtesy distance from other boats
12 - Trolling as a means of fishing is prohibited
13 - In the event of a tie, the most-alive fish wins. If still a tie, the largest fish wins
14 - The decision of the Tournament Director is final
15 - There will be no fishing after your boat number is turned in at weigh-in
16 - It is up to you to have liability insurance coverage on your boat
17 - Solo entries are allowed
18 - Ramp fee is responsibility of the boater.
19 - Life vests must be worn when gas motor is running and kill switch attached when boat is in gear.
20 - Weigh bags will be provided for contestants to use.
21 - No Puncture type Cull Tags to be used - Only clip on types.
22 - Off Limits :
1 - A diagonal line from the fixed fishing pier at the town park to the east ( Blue house ) side of the first canal on the left as you leave the marina, this includes the entire Anchor Marina basin and Nauti Goose docks.