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Bass Fishing Tournament At Buffalo Springs Lake Supports Lubbock Pediatric Cancer Care - kkam.com
A bass fishing tournament at Buffalo Springs Lake on September 26th will send all proceeds to the Lubbock Pediatric Cancer Association, keeping the money local for children and families dealing with pediatric cancer. The event, called Casting For A Cure, draws anglers out before sunrise for a morning on the water with a cause attached.
The event, called Casting For A Cure, draws anglers out before sunrise for a morning on the water with a cause attached. Boats leave the Buffalo Springs Lake marina at 6:45 a.m., and lines hit the water at 7 a.m. Fishing runs until 2 p.m. Cash prizes are part of the draw, along with the competition for biggest bass.
For families in Lubbock navigating pediatric cancer, that kind of local fundraising matters. Every dollar raised goes directly to the association, meaning the money doesn't travel far before it reaches people who need it.
Buffalo Springs Lake sits just outside town and already pulls a steady crowd of weekend anglers. Wrapping a fundraiser around a tournament gives people a reason to show up who might not otherwise write a check.
Common questions
When and where is the Casting For A Cure fishing tournament in Lubbock?
- The tournament is at Buffalo Springs Lake on September 26th. Boats leave the marina at 6:45 a.m., lines are in the water by 7 a.m., and fishing runs until 2 p.m. Cash prizes and a biggest bass competition are part of the event.
Where does the money raised at Casting For A Cure go?
- Every dollar raised goes directly to the Lubbock Pediatric Cancer Association. The fundraiser is designed to keep money local, meaning it reaches Lubbock children and families dealing with pediatric cancer without leaving the community.
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