PRESS RELEASE
~ BoaterExam.com Signs On As
Presenting Sponsor ~

For Immediate Release: June 24, 2009


The Aurora Bassmasters are excited to announce that Boater Exam.com, the leading provider of safe boater education and certification across the United States and Canada, has thrown its respective support behind the Bass Pro Shops Lake Simcoe Open slated for Saturday, October 24th out of Couchiching Park, City of Orillia.

“On behalf of BoaterExam.com, alongside Jack Link’s Beef Jerky, we are excited to increase our commitment to this marquee event as Presenting Sponsor.” said Brent McNamee, VP Marketing – BoaterExam.com. “In partnership with Bass Pro Shops (and the Aurora Bassmasters), the success of the Lake Simcoe Open will continue to grow exponentially into the future. Late October on Lake Simcoe will present its own challenges thanks to Mother Nature; attracting ardent anglers from all walks of life, boater safety and education will play a key role in producing a Champion with unparalleled on-water competency.” McNamee concluded.

Herb Quan president of the Aurora Bassmasters added that, “On behalf of the entire Aurora Bassmaster chapter I’d like to thank Brent McNamee and BoaterExam.com for their respective commitment. This will lend to the overall success of the BPS Lake Simcoe Open and will ensure its growth on into the future.”

Applications Now Being Accepted!

Limited Field … Early Application Encouraged:
Competing anglers are encouraged to pre-apply as the 2009 field will be limited to 100 teams. NEW: total entry fees per team will be $300; plus $20 for Yamaha Big Fish ($320 total). Anglers wishing to apply should forward a completed 2009 Application Form accompanied and a $320 non-refundable payment payable to Aurora Bassmasters: c/o Simcoe Open Application 10 Laurwood Court Aurora, Ontario L4G 5C2. Failure to submit payment in-full will result in nullification of the Team’s entry application. Cheques must accompany a completed 2009 Application Form available through www.simcoeopen.com. A 2009 Application Form by itself does not automatically constitute entry; furthermore, the Tournament Director reserves the right to refuse/deny entry.

In order to maintain the highest level of communication between tournament organizers and anglers prior to the event itself, it is mandatory for all applicants to include their respective email addresses on the Application Form itself so that all notices and event-related messaging can be relayed directly to all interested parties. This includes but is not limited to: Receipt of application, confirmation of eligibility and participation, any and all communications relating to the General Rules, Regulations & Liability.

As new information is made available, it will be posted on the Official Web Site of the Bass Pro Shops Lake Simcoe Open at www.simcoeopen.com and the Official Web Site of the Aurora Bassmasters at www.aurorabass.com. 2009 Application Forms and a complete listing of the General Rules, Regulations & Liability will be made available online and updated as required. The Aurora Bassmasters are one of 30 clubs across the province belonging to the Ontario BASS Federation Nation at www.ontariobass.com.

Press Release prepared by:
Wil Wegman
wil.wegman@aurorabass.com

Simon Frost
tymike@sympatico.ca