Lake Norman – Event #2
Charlotte, N.C.
8/12/2010 – 8/14/2010
The PAA heads to Charlotte and Lake Norman for the second event of the 2010 PAA Bass Pro Shops Tournament Series with anglers braced to test their skills on one of the South’s most well-known lakes. The field will compete for up to $400,000 in cash and prizes. Lake Norman is located about 17 miles north of Charlotte, a hub of finance and industry, and has approximately 32,510 acres. It was formed as one of 11 reservoirs on the Catawba River that runs about 220 miles long and was named for the Catawba tribe of Native Americans.
Hosts:
Visit Lake Norman – www.visitlakenorman.org
Cabarrus County Convention & Visitors Bureau – www.visitcabarrus.com
Visit Charlotte – www.charlottesgotalot.com
Tournament Headquarters Bass Pro Shops:
Concord, N.C. Location – Concord Mills Mall
8181 Concord Mills Blvd.
Concord, N.C. 28027
Phone: (704) 979-2200
| Registration: | |
| Wednesday August 11, 2010 | 3:30-5:30 p.m. (EDT) |
| Bass Pro Shops Social | 5:30-7 p.m. |
| Pre-Tournament Meeting & Observer Pairings | 7 p.m. |
Regular Store Hours
Mon-Sat 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sun 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Tournament Launch Ramp:
Blythe Landing
15901 NC Highway 73
Cornelius, N.C. 28031
(704) 336-3586
Hours: 7 a.m. – dark
| Weigh-ins: | |
| Lakeside at Launch Area | 8/12/2010 – 8/13/2010 |
| Concord Bass Pro Shops | 8/14/2010 |
| Times TBA |
Click here for the full PAA BPS Tournament Itinerary.
View PAA Lake Norman Event in a larger map
Recommended Lodging:
Residence Inn-Huntersville – Host Hotel
16830 Kenton Drive
Huntersville, N.C. 28078
(704) 584-0000
www.marriott.com
Days Inn Cornelius– Host Hotel
19901 Holiday Lane
Cornelius, N.C. 28031
(704) 892-9120
www.daysinn.com
Red Roof Inn – PAA Affinity Partner discounts available through website
13830 Statesville Road
Huntersville, N.C. 28078-9040
(704) 875-7880
www.redroof.com
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Huntersville/Charlotte Area- PAA Affinity Partner discounts available through website
16905 Caldwell Creek Drive
Huntersville, N.C. 28078
(704) 892-9487
www.hawthorn.com
Ramada Inn-Huntersville – PAA Affinity Partner discounts available through website
14135 Statesville Road
Huntersville, N.C. 28078
(704) 875-1165
www.ramada.com
A variety of other lodging options are available at: www.visitlakenorman.org
Be sure to inquire about special PAA Group Rates.
Local campsites:
Information regarding campsites can be obtained using the directory at:
www.visitlakenorman.org
License requirements:
A valid North Carolina fishing license will be required for this event and can be obtained at:
www.ncwildlife.org/License/index.htm
Additional fishing information:
Creel surveys, lake data, and additional information can be obtained at:
www.ncwildlife.org/Fishing/Fish_reservoirs.htm
Local Weather Quick Link:
www.accuweather.com/us/nc/huntersville/28070/city-weather-forecast.asp
Additional community information:
The Charlotte/Lake Norman area offers something for everyone. Race fans can visit the Charlotte Motor Speedway, the NASCAR Hall of Fame, and a variety of other racing attractions. It is also a shopper’s paradise, with Concord Mills and Birkdale Village all nearby.
To download the 2010 electronic Visitors Guide go to:
http://publications.ingagepublication.com/2010CHARLOTTEVG/
For directions and maps, visit: http://visitlakenorman.org/lakenorman.html
