Here's a copy of the press release that was distributed last week:

(December 12, 2011) - Texas tournament anglers will have even more opportunities to cash in on the 2012 season with the launch of the all-new Texas Team Trail. The tournament circuit, designed exclusively for team competition, will begin March 10th, 2012 and will include a total of 4 qualifying events, plus a year-end Championship. The Texas Team Trail website is already accepting registrations for all events online and offers plenty of detail on the circuit, including official rules, tournament structure, payout and incentives.

In addition, the new circuit includes unprecedented television coverage not only across the Lone Star State, but across the country as a national audience will watch the action unfold from each event throughout the season. Airing on multiple networks, the Texas Team Trail will be seen on The Texas Channel, World Fishing Network, Pursuit Channel, as well as the new NBC Sports Network.

"The Texas Team Trail will create tremendous opportunities for bass tournament anglers throughout the state of Texas," said Mike Hastings, Tournament Director. “The payout structure is incredible and with a low-cost, budget friendly entry fee, anglers have a real opportunity to cash in. And when you consider the sponsor bonus contingency prizes available, there’s just not another team trail in Texas that delivers this much value to the angler.”

In fact, for a $250 entry fee, anglers have a chance to win a fully equipped boat and motor package at every Texas Team Trail event. The year-end Championship culminates with two more boat and motor packages being awarded to the teams competing in that event. To qualify for the two-day Championship, anglers must simply fish all four qualifying events. In addition to the deep payout, the Texas Team Trail offers anglers a never-before-seen amount of contingency opportunity. The circuit is pre-approved with multiple contingency bonus programs made available to Ranger, Stratos and Triton boat owners as well as Mercury and Evinrude through 50th place. Cabela’s will offer their lucrative Angler Cash incentives at each Texas Team Trail event.

"We are looking forward to the opportunity to work with some great partners to build an exciting event for Texas anglers,” said Chris Sprangers, Brand Partnership Manager for Cabela’s. “It’s great to be part of such a strong commitment to the sport of fishing."

For more details, anglers are encouraged to call 210-788-4143 or check out the new website at www.texasteamtrail.com. From here, site visitors can register for events, view the TV schedule, get official Texas Team Trail gear, view results and learn more about what’s in-store for 2012.

2012 Scheduled Events

March 10 - Sam Rayburn Lake
April 7 - Ray Roberts Lake
May 5 - Lake Livingston
June 9 - Lake Lewisville

Championship - October 20-21 - Lake Amistad

heard that this has been in the works for a while, little late coming forth with the schedule?

Should be interesting to see the turn out

Mike looking forward to the first tour ,think that this tour will turn out good when it get out there so many ways to draw a good check. if you need anything pm me or get Randy G to call me

I like the schedule, still thinking about fishing it.

Schedule looks good. I see this tournament having a good turnout. Win a guaranteed boat at every tournament and Championship on Amistad. I also like the way the lakes are mixed up.

I like it!
Looking foward to it!
Mike, same as ODT, If I can help contact me.

Thanks for everyone's offer to help. At this point, the best way to help is by spreading the word.

Here's a link where you'll find complete payout information for a 200 boat field (Qualifying and Championship) as well as 150 and 100 boat payout examples: http://texasteamtrail.com/tournaments/txtt-event-payout/

Bump for a Great Post!
This should be a Great Trail!

If you go to the Houston Boat Show, please stop by booth #668 to say hello and get additional information about the 2012 Texas Team Trail. Hope to see you there!

Mike will you be at the Dallas Boat Show

TTT for Mike.