Bettendorf, Iowa
- Launching from Leach Park Boat Ramp
- Parking at Isle Casino
- Lock times at Lock & Dam 14 and 15 will operate all day — no restrictions on locking (but there are no designated lock times at other locks)
- Weigh-in and after-party west of Isle Casino
Ask a past Children’s Therapy Center Charity Bass Tournament angler what the event is like, and he or she will likely tell you it’s the best-run tournament around. Here’s why:
- Entry fee per boat includes two tournament t-shirts (if received on or before August 1), Don Van Acker Memorial big bass entry: $125 per boat on our before August 15, 2025; $150 per boat after August 15, 2025.
- Optional fundraising for determining boat position — teams with $250 or more in fundraising get a free entry (we will refund your entry fee if you’ve already paid when you cross the $250 threshold) AND to celebrate our 50th Annual, these teams will be placed in a drawing for $500!
- Guaranteed $3,000 first place and increased payouts to the top 15% of finishers
- 2nd chance to win: All teams that do not place in the top 15% will be entered to win $500. Must be present to win.
- Junior Division for youth anglers and Bank Fishing Division!
- Free bottled water for your cooler
- Parking lot assistance and ramp shuttles
- Mystery bags for sale at check-in with the chance to win a ton of great prizes
- Family-friendly after-party beginning at 2:30 p.m. with food trucks, weigh-in, music, expo activities — invite your family and friends!
- Weigh-in stage with emcee and results board
- Fish release truck
- The satisfaction of knowing you’re helping kids in need
A large number of volunteers start their day hours before sunrise and stay past the weigh-in to make this tournament what it is. We sincerely thank each and every one of them. If you’re interested in helping, please contact us.