Lionshead Lakefront Resort Host Hotel For BPS Lake Simcoe Open

Hi Folks ... Two press releases this week – first we announced the new support from Advanced taxidermy and now we’re happy to report that Lionshead Lakefront Resort and Yacht Club in Jackson’s Point has once again signed on as host hotel for this year’s Bass Pro Shops Lake Simcoe Open presented by Jack Links Beef Jerky.

Those who stayed at this hotel during last year’s event were very happy with the service and accommodations provided and we anticipate even more anglers will take advantage of the great deal that is offered in 2008. Please find full details below and attached.

Thanks

Wil Wegman

For Immediate Release: July 24th 2008

The Aurora Bassmasters are pleased to announce that Lionshead Lakefront Resort and Yacht Club will continue to throw its support behind the Bass Pro Shops Lake Simcoe Open presented by Jack Links Beef Jerky slated for Saturday, October 25th, 2008.

“On behalf of Lionshead Lakefront Resort and Yacht Club, we are proud to once again be the host hotel for this exciting event.” said Lianne Eddington of Lionshead. The Lionshead Lakefront Resort and Yacht Club is located five minutes from Sibbald Point Provincial Park in Jackson's Point and is right on the water.

Anglers and their supporters will enjoy full use of our Indoor Heated Pool, Whirlpool Hot Tub Spa, Sauna and Showers, Billiards and Games Room in the main lodge. We will also offer anglers a special Friday Night Reception in our Big Screen Sports Bar Lounge where early arrivals will receive a Complimentary Small Snacker tray to start the night off.”

“Herb Quan president of the Aurora Bassmaster added that, “On behalf of our the entire club I’d like to thank Lianne Eddington and Lionshead for their commitment. This again will lend to the overall success of the BPS Lake Simcoe Open and the unique nature by which we will be able to reward participating tournament anglers.”

About Lionshead Resort’s Commitment
With confirmation of The Bass Pro Shops Lake Simcoe Open Registration, anglers may book weeknight accommodations in October for their Tournament Prefishing for just $79.00.

With confirmation of The Bass Pro Shops Lake Simcoe Open Early Registration made prior to September 30th, 2008 anglers will receive a certificate for fifty percent off any weeknight accommodation until October 23rd for an opportunity to fish Lake Simcoe.

Lionshead will provide anglers with our Bass Pro Shops Lake Simcoe Open Group Rate for Friday and Saturday night from $99.00 for a standard room; limited rooms are available at this rate. With the two night booking, anglers can add the Thursday or Sunday night room for only $79.00.

Five Lionshead Lakefront Resort and Yacht Club Complimentary Overnight Accommodation Room Certificates (1000.00 Value) for Draw or Award Purposes

To book a room: www.jacksonspointvillage.com or email: fun@JacksonsPointVillage.com
Phone: 905 722 6557 or 1 800 810 7799

Limited Field … Early Application Encouraged:
Competing anglers are encouraged to pre-apply as the second year field will be limited to 80 teams. NEW: Total entry fees per team will be $280; this includes $20 for Big Fish and $10 for Launch.

Anglers wishing to pre-apply should send a $50.00 non-refundable deposit (cheque) or the entire amount payable to Aurora Bassmasters: c/o Herb Quan 58 English Ivy Way, Willowdale, ON M2H 3M4. Payment in full must be received prior to September 30, 2008. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of the Team’s entry position. Cheques must accompany a completed 2008 Application Form available through www.aurorabass.com. An Application Form by itself does not automatically constitute entry; furthermore, the Tournament Director reserves the right to refuse/deny entry.

Outside the traditional 80% payout structure from entry fess, the overall payout from respective sponsors and various incentives and manufacturer bonuses, brings the actual payout to 125%. Additional announcements are pending in support of the BPS Lake Simcoe Open by participating sponsors.

In order to maintain the highest level of communication between tournament organizers and anglers prior to the event itself, we are asking all applicants to include their email addresses on the Application Form so that all notices and event-related messaging can be relayed directly to all interested parties. As new information is made available, it will be posted on the Aurora Bassmasters site at www.aurorabass.com and here on Big Fat Bass in the coming weeks and months.

Application Forms and a complete listing of Rules, Regulations & General Liability will be made available online through the Aurora Bassmasters. The Aurora Bassmasters are one of 30 clubs across the province belonging to the Ontario BASS Federation Nation at www.ontariobass.com.

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