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The Bass Federation of Connecticut TBF is 100% owned by its members. NO ONE else can say that! Full TBF Members benefits and full FLW Subscriber Membership Benefits ALL for one low price.

The Bass Federation or “TBF” as we are commonly known, is the largest and oldest broad-based, independent, grassroots organization in fishing, and truly is the backbone of the entire sport. TBF is 100% member owned, no big executive salaries as all the National Officers and Board of Directors are non-paid volunteers. TBF is the ONLY 100% member owned fishing organization in America.
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mber dues are paid back 100% each year. MORE member advancement spots into industry leading events than any other fishing program in the nation. A powerful collective voice on issues of importance to anglers dealing with Fishing, Youth and Conservation. We work everyday to protect YOUR rights to fish and spend time in the out of doors. DIRECT $$ funding to YOUR home state federation for every new member signed up each year! Deep membership discount for TBF members to Join NBAA or form your own NBAA division. www.NBAA-Bass.com
DRASTICALLY reduced travel and costs for our members! 21 close to home, Low cost TBF National Semi final events scheduled on weekends so any member can attend. 21 Districts across the nation you need not drive more than to the state next door to attempt to qualify for the TBF Federation National Championship! Advancement opportunities through “local” TBF National Semi Finals to fish in the biggest events in bass Fishing: MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR TBF MEMBERS
Federation National Championship
BFL All-American (7 boaters, 7 co-anglers)
Twice the number of TBF Anglers (2 from each state vs 1 as in the past) progress to the Federation National Championship.
“Living the Dream” contract for the boater AND co-angler of the Federation National Championship. Fully-paid entry fees as a PRO into the winners choice of events. A new Ranger Z520 Boat motor and trailer! A significant cash prize and much more. Regional Living YOUR Dream Prize packages for all 7 division champion boaters and 7 division champion co anglers from the Federation Championship. FLW will provide priority registration to TBF members in all their events
TBF members are already FLW subscriber members which gets them the biggest discount on a FLW Competitor membership in the industry! Industry’s BEST insurance coverage for State Federations, Clubs and Members, for your piece of mind.

$1 million in general liability insurance for your club and active TBF members, per occurrence unlimited.
$25,000 excess medical coverage!
$10,000 AD&D event coverage for every TBF member and MUCH more.

Our second open tournament of the year has been moved to Thursday, April 18th, and will still be held at Candlewood laun...
03/04/2024

Our second open tournament of the year has been moved to Thursday, April 18th, and will still be held at Candlewood launching out of Squantz.

CT-TBF Open Event 2 Date Change 1 min read TBF of Connecticut’s second open event of the year has been moved.New Date: Thursday, 4/18Location: Candlewood Lake (Squantz Launch) Continue Reading Previous Previous post: CT-TBF Monthly Meeting April 25th Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address wi...

Interested in a new Atlas Jack Plate? Click the link below to enter a free giveaway by T-H Marine!
22/03/2024

Interested in a new Atlas Jack Plate? Click the link below to enter a free giveaway by T-H Marine!

March is the month of champions. Two will be crowned at the professional fishing level - ONE MLF REDCREST Champion and ONE BASSMASTER CLASSIC Champion

Come check us out at the Connecticut Fishing and Outdoors Show this weekend at Mohegan Sun! We will have a booth with TB...
22/03/2024

Come check us out at the Connecticut Fishing and Outdoors Show this weekend at Mohegan Sun! We will have a booth with TBF representatives eager to talk about tournament bass fishing. Get your tickets and additional event details here:

Tickets on sale now Online Discount Admission tickets can only be purchased in advance. Adult General Admission tickets available at event doors.

We're excited to announce our new website is finally live! 🥳 There are some areas that are still in development, but you...
04/02/2024

We're excited to announce our new website is finally live! 🥳 There are some areas that are still in development, but you can find all the applications and relevant tournament dates for the upcoming season at the following link:

Join Connecticut’s friendliest and most affordable bass fishing tournament trail for as little as $25 per tournament. Come and try a tournament with others who love fishing. Non-Boaters & Boaters Welcome!!

06/07/2023

Reminder - TBF Open on Candlewood this Saturday, July 8th

Squantz Ramp
7:30-3:30
5 fish limit
Fish alone or with a partner
$100 entry fee
$20 optional lunker fee

Cash at the ramp.

Our first trail event is in the books. On the Boater side, the Top 3 finishers were:1. Keith Cleary - 16.80 pounds2. ...
25/04/2023

Our first trail event is in the books.

On the Boater side, the Top 3 finishers were:
1. Keith Cleary - 16.80 pounds
2. Rich Schumacher - 16.61 pounds
3. Sam Leary - 13.26 pounds
Lunker = Keith Cleary - 4.07 pounds

On the Non-Boater side, the Top 3 finishers were:
1. Justin Nadeau - 17.74 pounds
2. Rob Inghilterra - 8.31 pounds
3. Tyler Racca - 7.25 pounds
Lunker - Justin Nadeau - 5.12 pounds

Our next event is on Lake Zoar on May 21st. The mailing deadline to avoid a late fee is May 8th. Don't wait, please get your applications in the mail now.

Attached are thee results from the April 8th Open event on Candlewood Lake.Our next OPEN event is Thursday, May 4th on C...
25/04/2023

Attached are thee results from the April 8th Open event on Candlewood Lake.

Our next OPEN event is Thursday, May 4th on Candlewood Lake (Squantz ramp). Cash is accepted at the ramp. Hope to see you there,

24/03/2023

March 25th Candlewood Open - Still On

The Open on Candlewood (Squantz ramps) tomorrow is still on for a 7AM launch. Water levels on the lake are very low, and you will need to launch off the side of the ramp. If you go straight back, you risk going off the end of the ramp.

Launch at your own risk!

Get there early and launch your boas early as we will likely need to launch one at a time and going off the side will take a little more time.

One last reminder, when going off the side of the ramp, there is an underwater wall in front of the ramp. Keep trimmed up and be careful powerloading.
Remember - sign up at the ramp with cash. We should be opening registration around 5:30 AM.

03/03/2023

2023 TBF Membership Offer

New members that sign up by March 31st can save $35 off the annual membership of $85.

For $50, you get membership with the TBF of CT, National TBF and a subscriber membership with Major League Fishing.

03/03/2023

2023 TBF TRAIL SCHEDULE & APPLICATION

The 2023 TBF Trail starts next month. We fish 5 tournaments and allow 1 drop for ranking purposes.

Boater Entries are $50, Non-Boater Entries are $25

All members are eligible to fish our trail events. Those interested in qualifying for the 2024 TBF National Semi-Finals can pay an additional fee to join the NSF Trail Qualifier Division where we will take the Top 5 Boaters and Top 5 Non-Boaters for the NSF.

2023 Trail Schedule
April 23rd - Lake Lillinonah
May 21st - Lake Zoar
June 11th - Candlewood Lake
July 16th - Connecticut River (Haddam)
August 20th - Lake Lillinonah

23/02/2023

2023 TBF OPENS - Tournament Application
http://www.ct-tbf.com/TBF%20of%20CT%20-%202023%20Entry%20Form%20-%20Opens.pdf

2023 OPEN Schedule
All Events are on Candlewood Lake out of the Squantz Ramp
Tournament hours are 7-3 unless noted otherwise.
5 fish Limit - Can fish alone
$100 entry plus $20 Optional Lunker Fee

Tournament Dates
March 25th
April 8th
May 4th
June 17th
July 8th (7:30-3:30)
July 30th
August 13th
October 22nd (7:30-3:30)
November 12th
November 26th

Results - TBF Open - March 26th - Candlewood LakeSorry for the late post. Attached are the results of our March 26th Op...
05/04/2022

Results - TBF Open - March 26th - Candlewood Lake

Sorry for the late post. Attached are the results of our March 26th Open on Candlewood. The big fish were biting. Congratulations to Frank Giner and Jay Ziolkowski on the win with 24.73 lbs. While numerous 5 pound+ fish were weighed in, lunker went to Matt Marinelli and Garic Bodnam with a 6.15 largemouth.

As previously reported, the April 9th open has been cancelled.
Our next open is Thursday, May 5th at Candlewood (Squantz).

TBF Open - March 26th - Candlewood LakeJust a confirmation that this tournament is still going on as scheduled this Satu...
22/03/2022

TBF Open - March 26th - Candlewood Lake

Just a confirmation that this tournament is still going on as scheduled this Saturday, March 26th on Candlewood Lake out of the Squantz ramp. CT DEEP has confirmed our application.

$100 entry fee, optional $20 lunker
Tournament will run 7-3.
All boats in the water by 6:45
We will not hold up the takeoff - if you are not ready when your number is called, you will go to the end of the line.

15/03/2022

Due to circumstances outside of our control, the April 9th Open on Candlewood Lake has been cancelled.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

2022 TBF Opens ApplicationPLEASE NOTE - The April 9th tournament has been cancelled.
06/03/2022

2022 TBF Opens Application

PLEASE NOTE - The April 9th tournament has been cancelled.

06/03/2022

TBF of CT - 2022 Open Schedule

Here are the dates for our 2022 Opens on Candlewood Lake. Entry fee is $100 per event plus an optional $20 lunker fee. Fish alone or as a team, with a 5 fish limit per boat.

Our first event is just a few weeks away, so get your applications in now to secure your spot and boat number. As is always the case, you can sign up at the ramp in the morning, with cash.

Candlewood Lake Squantz Saturday March 26, 2022 7 AM – 3 PM
Candlewood Lake Squantz Saturday April 9, 2022 7 AM – 3 PM
Candlewood Lake Squantz Thursday May 5, 2022 7 AM – 3 PM
Candlewood Lake Squantz Saturday June 18, 2022 7:30 – 3:30 PM
Candlewood Lake Squantz Saturday July 9, 2022 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Candlewood Lake Squantz Sunday July 31, 2022 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Candlewood Lake Squantz Sunday August 14, 2022 7 AM – 3 PM
Candlewood Lake Squantz Sunday October 23, 2022 7 AM – 3 PM
Candlewood Lake Squantz Sunday November 13, 2022 7 – 3 PM
Candlewood Lake Squantz Sunday November 27, 2022 7 – 3 PM

06/03/2022

Congratulations to Matt Marinelli on his 5th place finish at the TBF National Championship on Lake Conroe. Matt won the Eastern Division and earned a birth in the 2022 All-American on Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

On the Co-Angler side, Mike Talaga finished in 37th place.

https://www.bassfederation.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2022-FNC-FINAL-results.pdf

https://www.bassfederation.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2022-FNC-Day-2-Overall-Standings.pdf

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