Long Lake angler lands big largemouth bass

THE OLYMPIAN

Originally published July 13, 2001

THURSTON COUNTY -- Capital City Bass Club member Rudy Smith landed a 9-pound, 8-ounce largemouth bass recently at Long Lake.

Smith spotted the fish, but was unable to get it to take a hook. Finally, he was able to get a reaction strike using a white grub, Texas rigged.

"This was the largest bass I have ever caught," Smith said.

"Catching a big bass in Washington doesn't come very often but when it does it sure is a rewarding experience that stays with you for a lifetime."

-TROUT AND GOLF: Fish Brewing Company's third annual open golf tournament to benefit the Washington State Council of Trout Unlimited is scheduled Aug. 3 at Olympia Country and Golf Club.

The four-person, scramble format begins at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start.

The cost for the event is $90 per person.

The entry deadline is July 23.

For registration information, call 943-6480.

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