CTCT Navarro Mills Tournament 2-20-2016

We are now a few weeks away from our second tournament of the year so its time to fill everyone in with the details.

Where: Navarro Mills Lake; LIBERTY HILL PARK (EAST RAMP)
When: February 20th

Currently the lake is 6.19’ high and dropping about .5’ per day. At that rate that puts the lake back down to normal level in about 12 days IF we don’t have any more rain. We are currently 20 days out from the tournament. All these theories are just my thoughts and opinions but I have spoken with the COE for Navarro Mills several times. He is aware of our tournament and is telling me they expect to have at least one ramp open by February 15th. Any rain between now and then could push that date back. The tournament is currently scheduled to be held at Oak Park but that could change do to water level and ramp availability.

I have contacted the majority of our members on the matter to get their opinions and as of now the tournament will still be scheduled for Navarro Mills. Any rain between now and then may result in the tournament being rescheduled. If we have to reschedule the tournament will be February 20th on Lake Limestone. In this situation Navarro Mills will be moved back to October 15th.

The Westworld Country Inn in Hubbard will be host hotel for this tournament. They are located on Highway 31 in Hubbard, about 12 miles from the boat ramp. Call them at (254) 576-2541 to book your rooms. Be sure to tell them you are with Central Texas Catfish Trail to get the discounted rate of $35 per night.

Peggys Place located at 1355 FM 667, Purdon TX will host the captains meeting Friday night. They will be serving their normal Friday night special all you can eat catfish, as well as a full menu. More information on the captains meeting is listed below.

Now thru February 18th - We are accepting memberships and pre-registrations. Call, text, PM, email, or however else you may communicate with me that you need a membership and/or entry form. I will find a way to get those out to you. I prefer email but if another method is better for you I can accommodate to fit your needs. You may return those memberships and entries to me via mail with a check to secure your spot in the CTCT tournament series. If you would like to meet locally in the Temple area I can make arrangements to accept cash or check face to face.

February 19th - 7:00 p.m. - Tournament registration and captains meeting will be held at Peggy’s Place which is located at 1355 FM 667, Purdon TX. At this time we will be taking memberships, tournament registrations, go over all rules, and how things will work on tournament day. Might be a little smack talk and fish stories going around as well.

February 20th – 6:30 a.m. - Boat inspections & late registrations will be held in the parking lot near the boat ramp at Oak Park. This will be a quick inspection to ensure livewells are empty, check number of rods in boat, etc. Following inspections teams will be allowed to launch boats and begin pursuit of the monster catfish that will bring home the pot of gold and bragging rights for them.

February 20th - 7:30 am - Time to get them hooks wet and put those big girls in the boat.

February 20th - 3:00 pm - All hooks need to be in the boat. Time to crank up the outboard and haul butt for weigh in.

February 20th - 4:00 pm - Have 1 member in weigh-in line with your fish. Hopefully it takes both of you to carry them to the scales.

Following all teams weighing we will sort out results, award prizes, and give a few high fives. Feel free to ask and/or share with other anglers how and where you caught fish. Hopefully everyone can walk away from this tournament; win, lose, or draw, feeling that they had a great time, and learned something that will help them catch more, and bigger catfish in the future.

Thanks for details ! Keep up the good work

Alright guys. Navarro Mills is now .51' high and steadily dropping. Looks like we may have the lake at normal level and GATES CLOSED for tournament day.

Whos ready?

Is it time yet can't wait to fish a lake I have never been on

Randy. You and Johnny's streak is about to end I am bringing the secret bait.

We're ready! I'm guessing we see some PIGS at this one!! Just because this lake is small don't let it fool you!!

What's this streak you speak of ?

Get em Eric!!!!!!

I seem to remember this dream team of catfisherman on a four tournement streak

Ttt

Ya Eric, pretty quiet in here. Most of our anglers don't post on this forum. Maybe we can draw a few of them outa hiding with a little smack talk.

No clue what to expect from this lake so put us down for 150

I don't know what to expect either. Never fished it but they say there's a first time for everything. I just hope we can catch one fish and it might be the right one.

Going to pre fish it tomorrow just to see what it's like with the high winds .

only 150 Johnny

Id say that's a pretty accurate guess. Better bring some from home, it's gonna take 160 to win it.

I bet it is 120. With johnny and randy with 12lbs

Oh did I say 12 I ment 21

Which park is it at it says liberty on here and oak on face book.

Liberty hill park east ramp. I will update Facebook now. Thanks for pointing that out Eric.

NV has blues but not monster blues like twok. A 20 lb blue would be a NV monster. Most likely the total for 5 will be around 25-30 lbs. There is a 100 lb flathead in it unless he went over the dam. Good luck all, wish I could be there

Wow Randy , Eric said we were gonna have 21 and a local said expect maybe 30 we stand a chance at getting 2nd or 3rd

My Dad and little brother are coming up from the Austin area to fish this one, I have a prior commitment that is keeping me away, make sure yall all introduce yourselves to them. They have heard a lot about you guys and are really looking forward to meeting ya. Dads name is Fred and brother is Joe they will be in old Deerstranlers Blue Wave, pop bought it last year.
Yall have fun and show the old man how to catch some big fish.

Paul

Navarro mills has plenty of big blues and flatheads as well. I'm far from an expert on the lake but iv spent less than a day on it and we boated 4 fish from 20-50 lbs. Id be shocked if the winning team has less than 30 lbs.

Guess we will find out Saturday.

I spoke with your dad last weekend. Glad they are comming Paul, wish you could make it.

I guess I'm confused. Are we fishing for crappie or catfish?

Good luck guys, hope Yall get some pigs!!!!

Thanks Paul, just woke up long drive

See you in a few hours. Be safe my friend.

Kinda curious how this went?

It was one with a 91 lbs stringer 34.43 big fish

34lb big fish a blue or flathead?

Blue

Had another awesome turnout this weekend at Navarro Mills. Yesterday we had 36 anglers on 15 teams competing for $1629 in cash and prizes. Id like to give a big thank you to Mindy Lawson for supporting out trail. Anyone needing bait give her a call and she will fix you up!

Congrats to Johnny and Randy again on first place and big fish. These guys are kickin tail and taking names! 2nd went to Roy Ewing, Jason Cummings, and Garth Goodwin. 3rd went to Mike Arnold, Brian Fanseca, and Sam Fanseca. We had some very nice fish come to the scales with big fish being seperated by less than half a pound.

Thanks for comming out folks, were looking forward to seeing everyone March 12th at Lake Belton.

Look's like a well put together tourney.
Congrat's to All the Catter's.

Id also like to thank Keith Speer for coming out to photograph the event. Keith is putting together a video for us that will be posted in the next few days.

Great job Jerry. Had a blast.

Congrats Randy and Johnny!!!

Good job on your tourney Jerry (Big 10) It has really taken off.

Congratulations to Randy and Johnny, man these guys are on fire. Thanks to Jerry and all who helped, this is one heck of a tournament trail. Looking forward to the next one. See everyone there.

Nice job guys, looks likes some nice fish were caught, and that everyone had a good time.

We have had some request from our members intrested in T shirts. Now is your chance to get them guys. Sizes adult small-xl will be $15 each. XXL and up will be $18. All proceeds benefiting CTCT! Place your order by Saturday February 27th to receive them before the next tournament. Anyone may purchase these shirts, not just members. If you would like one please contact me in a PM.