Bass Classic: Kids Edition 2.0

Sunday, August 9, 2026

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

New Location! Tamarack Lake, Meadville, PA 16335

Get into the action BEFORE the event: 

 

 

2026 EVENT INFORMATION:

Calling all young anglers! Grab your fishing pole, bring your lucky bait, and join us for an afternoon filled with fun, friendly competition, and the chance to make a difference in our community.

The United Way of Western Crawford County's Bass Classic: Kids Edition 2.0, proudly presented by Channellock, Inc., is back!

 

DATE: Sunday, August 9, 2026

Arrival Check-In: 12:30 pm

Fishing Time: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Awards presentation to follow.

📍 Tamarack Lake, 7910 Tamarack Drive, Meadville, PA 16335

 

COST: $10 per participant - Limited spots available—register early!

 

Fishing Categories:

  • Bass (includes smallmouth and largemouth)
  • Panfish (bluegill, etc.)
  • Other Species (catfish, etc.)

*Fish will be judged by length measurement, giving everyone a chance to reel in a winner!

🎯 Don't miss the exciting Casting Competition, presented by the Crawford County Bassmasters/Bass Federation, where participants can show off their casting skills and compete for even more bragging rights!

Fish for Fun. Fish for a Cause.

Every participant gets to choose where their registration fee makes a local impact:

  • Essential Clothing
  • Youth Education Opportunities
  • Housing Instability
  • Food Insecurity

Even better—United Way of Western Crawford County will MATCH every registration fee, doubling your impact by investing those funds into local nonprofit programs serving children and families throughout Western Crawford County.

Whether you're chasing your biggest catch, trying your hand at the casting competition, or simply making memories with family and friends, this is one event you won't want to miss!

REGISTRATION pdf version 

RULES & REGULATIONS pdf version

Let's cast a line and help build a stronger community—one fish at a time!

REGISTER HERE
PAY HERE

2025 RECAP:

🎣 United Way Bass Classic: Kids Edition – A Reel Success!

Sunday, July 20th, brought smiles, sunshine, and plenty of excitement to Rainbow Dam, nestled just behind Meadville Area High School, as kids and families gathered for the first-ever United Way Bass Classic: Kids Edition!

Thanks to the permits of Meadville Area Middle School, the City of Meadville, and the PA Fish and Game Commission, the event kicked off at 1:00 PM with lines in the water for a fun-filled two-hour fishing competition. Young anglers competed in two age groups: 8–11-year-olds and 12–15-year-olds, showing off their casting skills and patience.

🏆 Competition Results:

  • Age 8-11 Winner: J. Lipiec with an impressive total of 37.5 inches in total bass length.

  • Age 12-15 Winner: T. Uber with a 11.5-inch bass catch.

🎖 Alternative Awards:

  • First Catch: Z. Giroux – 33 minutes into the event

  • Last Catch: J. Lipiec – with just 3 minutes to go!

  • Smallest Catch: T. Uber – 5.5-inch panfish

  • Big Bass Award: J. Lipiec – 16.5-inch

  • #NoCatchDryJuly Award: N. Markiewicz – for giving it their all with great spirit!

Families enjoyed a relaxed and fun afternoon on the water. Smiles, cheers, and laughter made this event feel like an instant classic!