IT'S ABOUT TIME TO GET REEL.Byline: Gerry Gittelson Staff Writer Officials at Castaic Lake Castaic Lake is a lake on Castaic Creek formed by Castaic Dam, in northwestern Los Angeles County, California, near the town of Castaic. The 323,700 acre foot lake (399,000,000 m³) is the terminus of the West Branch of the California Aqueduct, though some comes from the 154 mi² Recreation Area are gearing up for the annual American Bass Association winter tournament Saturday, as 60 two-person teams will compete for as much as $2,000 for the top prize. ``At this time of year it's a little harder to find fish, so there's a lot of strategy involved, but it's great. It's awesome,'' said Craig Sutherland, editor of American Bass Fishing News. ``We do expect a pretty good bite for the winter.'' The entry fee is $100, and teams can sign up at the Castaic minimart through Saturday morning. The contest rules call for a five-fish limit, and the heaviest combined weight wins. Cash awards are based on the number of entries, and about 25 percent of the field win money. Lines are dropped at dawn, and the tournament ends about 3 p.m. The second-largest wide-mouthed bass in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. - 22.1 pounds - was caught at Castaic about 10 years ago. Sutherland said the key to success Saturday is finding the fish that school in deep water. ``The bait has to be artificial, but you need to find where the fish are feeding,'' he said. For information, call Ray Caldwell --Basketball hopefuls wanted: The Santa Clarita Santa Clarita, city (1990 pop. 110,642), Los Angeles co., S Calif., suburb 30 mi (48 km) NW of downtown Los Angeles, on the Santa Clara River; inc. 1987. Situated in the Santa Clara valley and nearby canyons, Santa Clarita includes the former towns of Canyon Country, Boys & Girls Club Girls Club is a 2002 American television series created by David E. Kelley, who was also it's producer and executive producer. Only two out of a total of thirteen episodes created were broadcast on Fox Television in the United States and Global Television in Canada. has openings for boys and girls boys and girls mercurialisannua. interested in participating in the Winter Basketball League Noun 1. basketball league - a league of basketball teams basketball team, five - a team that plays basketball league, conference - an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members , which will begin next Monday. The league has four divisions from ages 7-9 to 18-under, and the registration is $10 for members, and $22 (includes membership fee) for others. The facility is on Newhall Road between Hart High and Newhall Park. For information, call Mike Friscia or Jim Walsh Jim Walsh can refer to any of the following people
--Softball tourney set: The fourth-annual Adult New Year's Softball Tournament (16-over) on Sunday at Castaic Regional Sports Complex has openings for four teams. The cost is $150 through Wednesday, $175 after. Teams compete for prizes based on the total number of teams, usually athletic equipment such as bags or bats. ``We found awarded equipment is better than trophies,'' the tournament's Jared Didier said. ``The tournament competition usually isn't that serious. Most players are `B' or `C' level.'' All teams also must pay $10 a game for the umpire fee, and each team plays at least three games. For information, call (661) 775-8865. --Add Castaic Recreation: Registration continues for the spring T- ball/softball season, which will begin in March. A coaches meeting is planned for Saturday, and players report on Jan. 18. The league is open to boys and girls ages 4-12. The fee is $60, which covers 10 games, trophies, uniforms and pictures. |
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