2010 Mid Ohio Saugeye Trail Schedule

[Thatsalimit]

Saturday April 3rd Indian lake ( Cabelas Nationals Qualifier )

Sunday May 16th Buckeye lake

Sunday June 27th Alum Creek

Sunday July 25th CJ Brown Resevoir

October 16, 17th 2 Day Championship Indian Lake

Permits pending

[foureyes]

How many cabelas spots are their for the Indian tourny? Is this for 2010 on Winnibago or 2011?

[fishdontbite6]

There is just one spot this year. 1st place @ Indian 2010 @ Winnibago

[foureyes]

Do you hold regular meetings? Is this a new club?

[fishdontbite6]

Yes this is a new circuit this year. Had our first meeting on december 13th. Had a great turnout,seemed to be a lot of interest. Still working on the final details. Should have rules, entry forms, schedule, on a website shortly. We will annouce it all here. thanks for your interest

[saugeye-nut]

her is the clubs web page. http://midohiosaugeyetrail.com/1.html

[Juls]

I'll get it added to the WC Tourney Finder. I see that you don't have a logo on your website yet. Please forward that to me when you have it, and I will add that too.

Until then, we'll use the "Shut Up and Fish" logo. :)

thanks,
Juls

Edit: Oops! Can't add it until I can get more information (info that's not on the new website yet). I need the following info please. You can email it to me at juls231@msn.com...

Circuit Name: (got that)
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Email Address:
Phone Number:

[WILLOW CREEKER]

fishdontbite,

I just wanted to make sure about the qualifier.

The winner will get to go to this years winni event in June?

Usually all info has to be turned in to Cabelas before your event. I think it's great, but wanted to make sure it is for this years event, and not next years NTC. Might make a difference to how many tears want to travel to this event.

Tom

[Thatsalimit]

Yes the spot is for the 2010 event on Winnebago. We were given 1 spot for 2010, not sure what we will be given for 2011. I confirmed this with Cabelas before posting the qualifier information.

[Concerned]

Based on some of the other posts, I'm sure I'm not the only confused by how a new circuit that did not hold a qualifying event in 2009 can give away a 2010 NTC spot by holding a qualifying event in 2010.

Teams usually fish events the previous year to qualify for the following years NTC, so teams fished events in 2009 to earn a 2010 spot.

I'm wondering how all the teams across North America will feel about this... Is it fair/ethical to give away a qualifying spot to the 2010 NTC to a team who did not fish a qualifying circuit in 2009? Is this how the NTC wants the qualifying spots they grant to be awarded? Is Cabela's aware that you are utilizing the spot they gave you this way?

Cabelas usually requires the qualifying circuits to submit their qualifying teams by a cutoff date that is well in adavnce of the date of your first qualifier. I'm not sure if you can submit a team as late as April.

Lodging and accomodations usually fill up well in advance for the NTC. If you are able to get a team in after your April qualifier, they may be in for some steep lodging rates...

The Cabela's NTC is a great event. It is considered by most to be a true honor to qualify. Teams from the US and Canada fished hard during 2009, paid entry fees, and incurred time and travel expenses to earn a spot for the 2010 NTC.

I don't think the 2009 qualifying circuits, the teams that fished them, and the Cabela's NTC would agree with what you are doing, since you did not hold a qualifying event in 2009, your holding it in 2010!

[fishdontbite6]

First and foremost there is no confusion.We were allotted 1 spot for the 2010 NTC by cabelas. Nuff said. We did not ask for it, we asked if we could get some qualifying spots for 2011, IF and when we get the new circuit started. We had, at that time know idea how much interest there would be in an central ohio circuit. We had not even had our first meeting yet, and Cabelas responded to us, saying spots were available for 2011,how many, I have no idea, and in that response they, (cabelas)wanted to give us a spot for the 2010 NTC. That is , IF and when we got our circuit running. The team has to qualify like everyone else, so what's the problem? The interest in this new circuit looks good so far.

[Concerned]

Good luck with your new circuit. It's always nice to see the sport growing! There are a lot of circuits that held qualifying events in 2009. There are also a lot of teams who would like a qualifying spot. This is where the problem lies...

The NTC is limited to a 250 boat field. Those spots are allocated to qualifying circuits based on submitting the circuits information to the Cabela's NTC. With a limited number of spots available, teams that fished qualifying events in 2009 in a 2009 qualified circuit, will have fewer qualifying spots available if new circuits that did not hold qualifying events are granted spots for 2010. Nuff said.

Most of us are aware that the NTC does not usually have a full 250 boat field. IMHO more teams would participate given adequate notice of qualifying so they could make the necessary arrangements. That's the big reason that Cabela's announced the location and date of the 2010 NTC much earlier than they have in the past.

It just seems strange that Cabela's would announce it so much earlier and then do a 180 degree turn by granting spots to a circuit that won't hold a qualifying event until April 2010...

Just my ( and a bunch of others) 2 cents worth. Best of luck with the new circuit and I hope you get more qualifying spots for 2011!

[WILLOW CREEKER]

Concerned,

I run two Cabelas qualifying circuits. One is Pa waters, and one covers Pa, Ohio, and NY. I understand your thinking, and would certainly hope it will not be a spot that could of went to one of my teams who traveled hundreds of miles, and spent many days, time and money trying to qualify, as does most directors and teams probably, but I think it is a great thing especialy for anglers looking to qualify for this years event.
Cabelas was maybe in an unofficial way trying to help give this circuit a jump start in their new endevour by allowing them 1 spot.

Cabelas may also have just added another opening, knowing they usually do not have a full field.

No matter the reason, I congradulate the directors for their willingness to help keep grass root circuits alive and expanding, and wish them well.

Tom

[Concerned]

First and foremost there is no confusion.We were allotted 1 spot for the 2010 NTC by cabelas. Nuff said. We did not ask for it, we asked if we could get some qualifying spots for 2011, IF and when we get the new circuit started. We had, at that time know idea how much interest there would be in an central ohio circuit. We had not even had our first meeting yet, and Cabelas responded to us, saying spots were available for 2011,how many, I have no idea, and in that response they, (cabelas)wanted to give us a spot for the 2010 NTC. That is , IF and when we got our circuit running. The team has to qualify like everyone else, so what's the problem? The interest in this new circuit looks good so far.

First and foremost, I wish the new circuit all the best. That said, I'm wondering if the directors and staff at both Cabelas and the MWC, who run the NTC event, have changed the qualification process and how spots are allocated to circuits etc.

From: http://www.masterswalleyecircuit.com/ntc.asp

"The 2010 Cabela's National Team Championship (NTC) will be held on June 5 & 6, 2010 on Lake Winnebago in Oshkosh, WI. It will be held in conjunction with the Cabela's Masters Walleye Circuit (MWC) Lake Winnebago tournament. Only eligible teams will be accepted for the NTC tournament. To be eligible, you must have qualified through another walleye tournament in 2009. "

The last sentence clearly states "must have qualified through another walleye tournament in 2009"

It is confusing. I'm also curious as to how many "new" circuits that did not hold a qualifying event in 2009 have been added to the NTC roster.

On one side of the equation, it's good that Cabela's may be supporting "new" clubs by alloting them a 2010 NTC spot. On the other side, it limits the number of spots available to clubs that have supported the sport and the NTC for years.

Considering the location of this years tournament, I think the field will have a very strong chance of filling up.

I guess it will all be clarified when Cabela's officially releases the spots to the qualifying circuits and posts the qualifying clubs on their website.

[guest]

Judging by ur hard feelings about the NTC spot that the MOST recieved i take it that u didnt qualify. perhaps u should go down and fish that tourney @ indian lake and try again. i have talked to the directors @ MOST and their goal was to present a fair and consistant tournament trail for all to compete in. no one @ MOST tried or intended to offend anyone by this NTC spot. i have fished other tournament trails that have had a NTC qualifier for first place. this NTC spot will be given to the best team of anglers on April 2nd and they will have earned their spot because there with be some tuff competition @ this event

[Concerned]

Judging by ur hard feelings about the NTC spot that the MOST recieved i take it that u didnt qualify. perhaps u should go down and fish that tourney @ indian lake and try again. i have talked to the directors @ MOST and their goal was to present a fair and consistant tournament trail for all to compete in. no one @ MOST tried or intended to offend anyone by this NTC spot. i have fished other tournament trails that have had a NTC qualifier for first place. this NTC spot will be given to the best team of anglers on April 2nd and they will have earned their spot because there with be some tuff competition @ this event

Please re-read my posts. I have no problem with the new club. I wish them the best of luck. I simply stated that a circuit getting a spot for 2010 without holding a qualifier in 2009 is very different than how the NTC has been run in the past.

I also have no hard feelings about the NTC, qualifying or not qualifying. I've made the long trips west, and I've qualifed in the past and had to pass because of commitments etc. It's not about my spot, it's about everyone who fished in 2009's potential spot...

As far as I know , Cabela's has not officially released the number of qualifying spots to any of the circuits that fished in '09, so really, none of the '09 circuits know for sure how many spots they will receive. The number of spots Cabela's grants to each circuit varies from year to year, based on the NTC's criteria and number of qualifying clubs.

Circuits that base their qualifying spots on a points system are most affected by the varying number of spots granted.

For example, I'm sure you would agree that if you were third in the points standings and the circuit usually got three spots, having it cut down to two spots would make you slightly unhappy!

I guess it's all up in the air until Cabela's officially releases the spots to the qualifying circuits.

[K Gonefishin]

If your so concerned why don't you sign in for one and then call Cabelas's. Problem solved. I know guys that haven't gone that have been invited....enough spots are available for an extra team or two for the ones that don't show up...we can clearly see through the BS in your post pal.

[cjbrown]

It seems to me obviously a nice gesture by the NTC. to support and grow a new circuit. I don't believe anyone that fished for a qualifier in 09 would object for the spot. As this may help the new circuit grow and with it's success will benefit all that fish walleye trails. This sport needs all the support we can get right now to help us all grow.

[John Clark WOWC unlogged]

John and a few other Western Ohio Walleye Club members, are trying to undo my WOWC club that has been covering central and western ohio for the past 13 years. I don't know why he is doing this because I never heard one complaint last year. His website is posted and if you look at my post that is down this page you will see the westernohiowalleyeclub.com site. now back to Cabela's issue, The WOWC was one of the first clubs along with other walleye club that helped stared NTC. I still have the letter that states the club will recieve 2spot each year no matter what. John and his dad fished my circuit last year and one of his new board member fished my circuit last year with his brother. The were our top two teams and are suppose to repasent the WOWC in 2010. Now he starting a club in the same area going to same lakes, about same time, claims to have same sponsors which is not the truth, heck his logo is even a nock-off. Another thing most people don't know is when John joined my club he started running a charity tournament for two girls that had thier dad die in a auto accidednt. I gave John WOWC scales and whatever tournament equiment he needed, encouraged all our members to fish the tournaments because it was for a good cause, not knowing all along he was gather my members info to get the word out about this new club. There are other issues that I'm not going to address here. I will call Cabela's and like some of you other clubs and get the fact about this 2010 tournament for thie 2010 NTC . Sorry in advance I rely on spell chek alot

[John Clark WOWC unlogged]

I called Cabela's today and inquired about the Mid Ohio Saugeye Circuit. I wanted to check if it were true that thier first tournament was a qualiflier for 2010. Thier official statement was that they could not comfirm or deny whether the MOSC could use this year's circuit for this year's NTC. They did say they were still in talks with MOSC and are working on this issue. I expressed my disappointment if this does happen and my reasons why I am concerned. They told me an official statement may be comfirmed shortly. They did state that officially this was between them and MOSC. I will keep calling Cabela's until I get an official statement from them.

[polarcraft178]

john if you are going to rant and rave about this new club the least you can do is get the name right it is most not mosc

[John Clark WOWC unlogged]

Sorry if it seems to you like a rant and rave didn't mean the hit a nerve. I just believe everyone needs to play by the same rules new or older clubs.,like I typed in mypast post sorry in advace for and spelling errors.