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New angler guide.

You do not need tournament experience to fish CIKBS. Use this checklist to prepare for your first event.

Before you register

  1. Read the season rules and the event’s official page.
  2. Create your CIKBS account. Paid membership and event registration are not open yet.
  3. Confirm your fishing license, watercraft registration, and venue requirements.
  4. Anglers under 18 must have consent from a parent or legal guardian.

Prepare your kayak

  • Wear a properly fitted personal flotation device whenever required by the rules.
  • Use human power or one electric motor. Dual motors and gas propulsion are prohibited.
  • Carry required safety equipment and secure batteries and gear.
  • Check the event page for venue-specific restrictions.

Practice the scoring process

  1. Catch a legal bass on an artificial lure.
  2. Place it correctly on an approved measuring board.
  3. Take one clear photograph showing the fish, measurement, board stop, and identifier.
  4. Release the fish promptly and submit the photograph through the tournament platform.
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On tournament week

Return to the event headquarters page for the official briefing, launch, boundary, schedule, event identifier, and any alerts. Save the downloadable event information for poor cellular coverage.

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