**REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 SEASON IS NOW OPEN.**
The 2026 Minnetonka Fishing Team will primarily be participating with the following fishing organizations; The Bass Federation and Major League Fishing. Both of these organizations run junior and high school events nationwide, this includes the Student Angler Tournament Trail (SATT), the Bassinator Angler Traveling Series (BATS) and the Tonka Junior Trail presented by Scheels. These are the preeminent tournament trails in Minnesota. *There will be other non affiliated tournaments available to compete in with other organizations throughout the summer.
Our junior anglers will compete with kids who are 8th grade and younger. Our high school anglers will be competing with kids between 9th through 12th grade. (Some high school events will allow an angler who has completed 6th grade provided their fishing partner has completed 8th grade.)
NEW boater education requirements starting on July 1, 2025. A new law requires some adults and youth who operate motorboats—including personal watercraft—to have a valid watercraft operator’s permit.
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The MFT recommends that all anglers complete the Mn DNR boaters safety online course, which can be found here. All MFT rostered anglers in good standing will be registered members of the SAF (Student Angler Federation} which is a partnership between The Bass Federation and Major League Fishing. More information on the SAF can be found here.
COST
The cost to become a member of the 2026 Minnetonka Junior and High School Fishing Team will be $275. This cost includes memberships to TBF/FLW state and national organizations, our team dues, a team jersey and in-house tournaments and other club events. Outside tournament costs will be covered by each individual angler. (Examples are SATT and Bassinator Junior Trail fees)
SPONSORSHIPS/DISCOUNTS
We are currently being supported by Scheels, AquaVu, Whitewater, Lord Fletcher’s Old Lake Lodge, Rapid Marine, Waypoint Angler Supply, Howard’s Point Marina, Jets Pizza, Tutts Bait And Tackle in Garrison, The Woods Sporting Goods in Warroad and Level 10 Proper t y Management. Many of our partners offer our anglers discounts on fishing gear and services. The TBF/MLF offer discounts on Tackle and gear for members. Each registered angler will receive a list with team discounts.
COMMITMENT
We are multi-sport and family friendly. Practices and tournament participation we believe should be driven by our individual anglers and their families. There will be no requirement to attend any events, but anglers are encouraged to participate when they are able.
To become a member of the Minnetonka Fishing Team you must complete our online registration.
This is a 2 step process. Registration followed by payment using Venmo
Step 1. Complete our online registration form.
Step 2. Pay the $275 registration fee online via Venmo. Please use the following links to complete the registration and payment.
REGISTRATION
PAYMENT
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 02/16/2026
Thank you for your interest in the Minnetonka Fishing Team