Throughout the KFNW season, there will be several opportunities to qualify for the KFNW Kayak Bass Classic (KBC). To learn more about qualifications, please visit the KFNW Rules Standard.

What is the KFNW Kayak Bass Classic? The Kayak Bass Classic (KBC) is an event that will occur every fall, where the top-ranked anglers from all three KFNW divisions (IKBF, OKBF, WKBF) are invited to compete. There is no entry fee to fish the KBC, and every year we will work to grow the payout and benefits of participating in the event. The KBC is a two-day tournament on a body of water that will be chosen by KFNW directors. The location generally rotates between locations in Idaho, Oregon and Washington.

If you have any questions, please email kfnw.marvin@gmail.com

KFNW Kayak Bass Classic Hall of Fame

• 2020 Champion: Lance Lindsey (OKBF) on Tenmile Lake, OR
• 2021 Champion: Dan Zimmerschied (IKBF) on CJ Strike Reservoir, ID
• 2022 Champion: Andrew Larsen (WKBF) on Columbia River (Lake Umatilla), WA
• 2023 Champion: Mason Meredith (OKBF) on Upper Willamette River, OR

October 12-13, 2024 – Dworshak Reservoir

The 2024 KFNW Kayak Bass Classic will be on famed Dworshak Reservoir, near Orofino, Idaho. We’ll be fishing the lower section of the lake, from the dam up to the Dent Bridge. This reservoir is known for GIANT smallmouth. The Idaho state record has been set her multiple times. Conditions should be good, with some chilly mornings expected.

Anglers qualified for the 2024 KBC:

1. Anthony Booth (OKBF)
2. Ivan Cruz (IKBF)
3. Eddie French (WKBF)
4. Zach Hahn (WKBF)
5. Garrett Harrison (IKBF)
6. Dean Hills (IKBF)
7. Brandon Hua (OKBF)
8. Jakob Jarvis (OKBF)
9. Michael Jarvis (OKBF)
10. Patrick Kelly (WKBF)
11. Geoffrey Linson (WKBF)
12. Hong Long (WKBF)
13. Citha Mao (WKBF)
14. TJ Osojnicki (IKBF)
15. Mason Meredith (OKBF)
16. Michael Mumford (IKBF)
17. Trey Potts (WKBF)
18. Mario Romero (OKBF)
19. JR Rowlands (WKBF)
20. Felipe Sanchez (WKBF)
21. Skyler Talbot (IKBF)
22. Rick Thanstrom (IKBF)
23. Chris Williams (WKBF)
24. Dan Zimmerschied (IKBF)

Qualified anglers by home state

• Washington: 10
• Idaho: 8
• Oregon: 6

Qualifying Titles

Kayak Fishing Northwest

• 2023 KFNW KBC Champion:
  Mason Meredith (OKBF)

Tournament Details

Tournament Schedule

Friday, October 11, 2024

11:00 AM – Prefishing Ends for the Day (all anglers must be off the water by this time)

5:00 PM – Captain’s Meeting – Pink House Recreation Site, Orofino, ID

6:00 PM – Identifier Code Released for Saturday, 10/12/2024

Saturday, October 12, 2024

5:45-6:00 AM – Virtual Check-In

• Service is unlikely, so all anglers MUST take a selfie photo shortly before launching and save it to their phone, with GPS settings. Winners’ launch photos will be checked. Failure to provide a selfie taken before launch may lead to disqualification from the event.

6:00 AM – Launch – Paddles

6:05 AM – Launch – Pedals

6:10 AM – Launch – Motors

6:30 AM – Lines In

6:59 AM – Sunrise

2:30:00 PM – Lines Out

3:00 PM – Off the Water

3:30 PM – Upload Deadline

6:00 PM – Identifier Code Released for Sunday, 10/13/2024

Sunday, October 13, 2024

5:45-6:00 AM – Virtual Check-In

• Service is unlikely, so all anglers MUST take a selfie photo shortly before launching and save it to their phone, with GPS settings. Winners’ launch photos will be checked. Failure to provide a selfie taken before launch may lead to disqualification from the event.

6:00 AM – Launch – Paddles

6:05 AM – Launch – Pedals

6:10 AM – Launch – Motors

6:30 AM – Lines In

6:59 AM – Sunrise

12:30 PM – Standings Offline

1:30:00 PM – Lines Out

2:00 PM – Off the Water

2:30 PM – Upload Deadline

3:30 PM – Awards Ceremony

• Pink House Recreation Site – Large Pavilion
  4815 US-12, Orofino, ID 83544
  https://maps.app.goo.gl/tvoy1zgpr7ZdB5Np8

Tournament Details

• Cell Service on Water: Poor
  Cellular service may not be available on the water. It is the competitor’s responsibility to find service and upload their fish before the deadline.
• Launch Type: Designated Launches
• Off-Limits Starts: No Off-Limits Period
• Practice Ends: 10/11/2024 11:00 AM
• Identifier Released: Laminated cards will be handed out at Captain’s Meeting

Captain’s Meeting:

• 10/11/2023 5:00 PM
• Pink House Recreation Site – Large Pavilion
  4815 US-12, Orofino, ID 83544
  https://maps.app.goo.gl/tvoy1zgpr7ZdB5Np8
• Bring your Ketch boards
• Attendance is MANDATORY

Launch Locations:

Check listed launches to make sure they are open. Water level is dropping and some launches my be closed.

• All Launches (Google Map Link) >
• Big Eddy Recreation Site and Launch Area (improved)
• Bruce’s Eddy Recreation Area and Boat Launch Site (improved)
• Canyon Creek Boat Launch (improved) OFF-LIMITS. Closed due to low water levels
• Dent Acres Campground (improved)
• Dworshak State Park and Freeman Creek Campground (improved)
• No other launches are allowed

Eligible Water Boundaries:

• Main body of reservoir.
• Northern boundary is the Dent Bridge.
• Connected sloughs and tributaries are in-bounds, as long as they are navigable from the main river via kayak.
• Disconnected sloughs and ponds are out-of-bounds.
• Portaging is not permitted.
• Only public waters are allowed.

Safety Notes:

• An overhead 360° light is required in low light conditions. A high-visibility flag, vest-type PFD, and sound signaling device (whistle) are required on the water at all times. Failure to utilize any of this safety equipment may result in disqualification. See our Rules Standard for full details.

Tournament Directors:

• Marvin Forte (KFNW)
• email: kfnw.marvin@gmail.com
• phone: (602) 410-1002

• Matthew Burdick
• email: oregon@kayakfishingnorthwest.com
• phone: (541) 609-0240

Links

• Waiver and Release of Liability Agreements
• KFNW Rules Standard

Tourism and Lodging

Camping and RV Parks

Please check availability and make sure they will be open during the event.

• Canyon Creek Campground This launch is now Off-Limits, so camping is not recommended here.
• Clearwater Crossing RV Park
• Dent Acres Campground Closed for maintenance
• Dworshak State Park
• Freeman Creek Campground
• Hidden Village RV Park
• Pink House Recreation Site (first-come, first-served)

Hotels, Motels and Inns

• Best Western Lodge at River’s Edge
• Helgeson Place Hotel Suites
• The High Country Inn
• Konkolville Motel
• White Pine Motel