We realize that most people are already doing this but in the interest of the well being of the fish we are planning on making these livewell changes “official” BnT rules starting in 2008. Look them over and let us know if you have any questions.

1. The use of metal fish baskets will no longer be allowed at BnT tournaments.

2. Float tubes and kickboats without oars may use mesh style fish baskets that have a full frame to ensure that the bag will not collapse around the fish while moving.

3. Kickboats using oars must have an out of the water livewell. No exceptions!

4. A 500GPH bilge pump minimum is to be used for refreshing out of water livewells with fresh lake water.

5. Out of water livewells must use an aerator.

6. Livewell must be able to hold a minimum of 10 gallons of water.



Although not required we would STRONGLY recommend the following...

1. Insulated ice chest livewell that is 48 quarts or larger.

2. Frequent refreshing with lake water. At least 3 times an hour throughout the day for an amount of time that will pump a minimum of 3X the volume of the livewell. More frequent pumping may be required if you do not have an insulated livewell on hot days and/or when you have multiple fish. More fish will use the available oxygen quicker and will produce more waste products that may become lethal.

3. A 5 inch or larger aerator stone (larger is better, so go with what you can fit)

4. Doping products (Rejuvenade, Please Release me, etc.)

5. Ice on very hot days.

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