DATE: January 21, 2016                                                           

MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills

Parks and Recreation Division

PHONE: 954-357-8115

EMAIL:  MMills@Broward.org

WHAT: BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County Parks and Recreation Division, in conjunction with Gambler Lures, will host the 18th Annual Junior Bass Tournament Trail, for anglers ages 12 to 17 accompanied by an adult, on four Sunday mornings at two parks. The dates are February 28th (Tradewinds Park), March 13th (Tradewinds), April 24th (Quiet Waters Park), and May 22nd (Quiet Waters). Trophies and prizes will be awarded at the end of each tournament. The angler compiling the most points over the course of the four tournaments will win the title of Junior Bass Angler of the Year and a special prize package. The tournaments run from "first light" until 1PM. The $85 fee covers both the junior angler and accompanying adult for all four tournaments.

WHERE: Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442; 954-357-5100
Tradewinds Park & Stables, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, FL 33073; 954-357-8870     

WHEN: Sundays, February 28th, March 13th, April 24th, May 22nd, from "first light" until 1PM 

WHO: For ages 12-17 accompanied by an adult 18 or older.

HOW: Fee: $85/angler (fee covers both youth and adult for all four tournaments). Preregistration required by February 14th. Early registration is recommended.         

For further information, call the park at Bob Newland at 954-214-8771.

Recreation. Preservation. Education.

About the Parks and Recreation Division

Founded in February 1956 and accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies, Broward County Parks and Recreation Division manages almost 6,500 acres, encompassing nearly 50 regional parks and nature centers, neighborhood parks, and natural areas at various stages of development. Facilities include water parks, campgrounds, a target range, a stadium, a skate park, an observatory, mountain bike trails, an educational farm with stables, and a velodrome and other sports facilities. Hours and fees vary by location. For more information, visit Broward.org/Parks. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in programs, services, and activities must contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170 or TTY 954-537-2844 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event.