2021 WTBBC Contest Changes

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We are excited to announce some major changes for the 2021 WTBBC. First of all, we are moving our weigh-in to a new location. Although the Tom Green County 4H building has been an awesome location for our event for several years, we ran into a scheduling conflict with our 2021 dates. We are moving weigh-in to the San Angelo Claybird Association. It’s off the beaten path and on private property, so we can control who comes in the gates. We apologize for any inconvenience, but this move was unavoidable. The address is 13525 Duncan Rd, San Angelo, TX 76904.

We have also decided to remove the rule prohibiting the use of thermal and nightvision.  You are now allowed to use these devices whie hunting in the WTBBC.  Please see our Official Rules page for a list of all the contest rules.

Finally, we are increasing our entry fee to $250 per team to fund a new Jackpot category:  Heaviest Grey Fox. To qualify for this jackpot, you must kill 5 grey fox, and we will weigh the heaviest of those 5.  Of course, you can kill as many as you want, but we will only weigh the heaviest one.  We will pay one place on this jackpot.

This is the payout breakdown for the contest with a $250 entry fee.  $230 is paid out in prize money with a $20 administrative fee:

1st Place Big Cat$70
2nd Place Big Cat$40
3rd Place Big Cat$30
4th Place Big Cat$20
5th Place Big Cat$10
Most Bobcats$10
Most Coyotes$10
Most Grey Fox$10
Heaviest Grey Fox$30

March 2020 Results

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Congratulations to all of the winning teams in the March 2020 WTBBC. The turnout was better than we expected this month considering the circumstances. We ended up with 403 teams entered. We weighed 18 qualified cats and paid out $80,600 in prize money.

2020 was another great year for the WTBBC. For the 3 contests combined, we had a total of 1816 teams entered, paid out $363,200 in prize money, gave away some pretty awesome prizes from our sponsors, and we had a heck of a good time doing it. That brings our all time total payout (since 2008) to $2,402,320. We think that’s pretty unbelievable, and we know that it could not happen without all the hunters who support the contest and enjoy a little competitive predator hunting.

Also, please show our sponsors your appreciation of their support by visiting their websites or establishments, and patronizing them when they can be of service to you.
We look forward to seeing you all again for the contest.

Here are the results:

Big Bobcat

First Place / 31 lbs. 12 oz. / $28,210 / Josh Madrid, AJ Meadows, Matt Jones, Brent Stroud
Second Place / 30 lbs. 13 oz. / $16,120 / Jerrod Douglas, Justin Shultz
Third Place / 30 lbs. 12 oz. / $12,090 / Terry Crawford, Levi Bishop
Fourth Place / 29 lbs. 10 oz. / $8,060 / Bryan Bennie, Whitney Gardner
Fifth Place / 28 lbs. 0 oz. / $4,030 / Josh Alexander, Patrick Sherrill, Shane Sherrill, Trotter Harris

Jackpots

Each Paid $4,030
Most Grey Fox / 51 / Marty Blanchard, Clint Blanchard, Andrew Cullar, Randy Heiner
Most Coyotes / 26 / Casey Smith, Daniel Howard, Justin Wilson
Most Cats / 4 / (Two-way Tie)
– Josh Madrid, AJ Meadows, Matt Jones, Brent Stroud
– Chico Banner, Cliff McMullan, Cynthia Banner

March 21, WTBBC Weigh-In Update

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For the first time in our history, we are discouraging a large crowd at our weigh-in. Due to current circumstances, the CDC and the City of San Angelo have recommended that people avoid gatherings of 50 or more. To remain below this threshold and carry on with the contest, we have made the following changes to our weigh-in:
1. Drive-thru Weigh-in Process (See attached map)
Teams will enter through the East Gate. One team member will exit the vehicle to bring in their bobcat. We will verify at your vehicle if the bobcat is qualified (5 fox or 5 coyotes). If your bobcat is in the top 5, we will ask you to wait in your vehicle in the waiting area. As the top 5 places emerge, and your team is eliminated from the top 5, your team is excused and can leave the facilities through the West gate. The final top 5 places will remain for polygraph and payment. Please exercise common sense. If you know your bobcat doesn’t have a chance to be in the top 5, or if you don’t have enough animals to qualify your bobcat, there is no reason to come to weigh-in.
2. Jackpots
If your team is a jackpot contender (most cats, most coyotes, most fox), please follow the same path as the bobcat weights. We will notify you if your count has been beaten, and you will be free to leave the facilities. Winners will remain for polygraph and payment.
3. Door Prize Drawing
The Door Prize drawing will be held online at a later date. We will compile a list of contestants for an online drawing on Facebook for the prizes we have received. We will mail the prizes to the winners. The drawing will be announced on our Facebook page and website beforehand.
Thank you all for your patience and understanding. Please stay tuned for any further updates as they become available.
WTBBC Team

March 21 Online Registration Now Open

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Online registration is now open for anyone wanting to enter the March contest using PayPal. Teams can still mail in their entry forms with their team’s entry fee, but be sure they get to us BY THURSDAY before the contest. (Money Order or Cashiers Check ONLY. No personal checks, please.) Of course, you can also stop by Field and Streams, The Outdoorsman, or Texas Gun Shop in San Angelo, Texas any time between now and 12:00 PM on the Saturday of the contest. The entry fee is due when you turn in your entry form. There are NO REFUNDS.

Online registration will stay open until the contest starts at 12:00 PM, Saturday, March 21st. It will then be turned off automatically, and no more entries will be taken.

Remember, if you need to make changes to your team members after you’ve turned in your entry form, it MUST be done via email so that we have a record of it. An email to teamchange@wtbbc.org is the ONLY acceptable method to add/remove a team member. Submitting your team change using the Contact Us page is the same as sending an email. Your team change request must include all of your original team members’ full names and the name(s) of the person(s) you are adding/removing.

Please take time to read the Rules FAQ for a list of frequently asked questions regarding the rules.

Be sure to check out www.wtbbc.org and follow our Facebook page for the latest information and updates.

February 2020 Results

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Congratulations to all of the winning teams in the February 2020 WTBBC, and thank you to all who entered. Our total team count was 696 teams. We weighed 25 qualified bobcats, and paid out $139,200 in prize money.

Please show our sponsors your appreciation of their support by visiting their websites or establishments, and patronizing them when they can be of service to you.
We look forward to seeing you all again for the contest.

Here are the results:

Big Bobcat

First Place / 34 lbs. 1 oz. / $48,720 / Cooper McClurg, Cole Roark
Second Place / 32 lbs. 12 oz. / $27,840 / Chad Huffman, Blake Chance, Raymond Ledezma
Third Place / 29 lbs. 14 oz. / $20,880 / Rex Miller, Clay Miller, Nick Partin
Fourth Place / 29 lbs. 5 oz. / $13,920 / Dayton Draper, Justin Sefcik, Shane Barnes, Brian Jackson
Fifth Place / 29 lbs. 0 oz. / $6,960 / Nate Bowling, Roy Bowling, Kevin Harrington

Jackpots

Each Paid $6,960
Most Grey Fox / 55 / Marty Blanchard, Andrew Cullar, Clint Blanchard, Randy Heiner
Most Coyotes / 24 / Nathan Spencer, Chestin Clark, Daniel Howard, Casey Smith
Most Cats / 9 / Dustin Ratliff, Jesse Sanchez, Evan Purvis

February 22 Online Registration Now Open

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Online registration is now open for anyone wanting to enter the February contest using PayPal.  Teams can still mail in their entry forms with their team’s entry fee, but be sure they get to us BY THURSDAY before the contest.  (Money Order or Cashiers Check ONLY.  No personal checks, please.)  Of course, you can also stop by Field and Streams, The Outdoorsman, or Texas Gun Shop in San Angelo, Texas any time between now and 12:00 PM on the Saturday of the contest. The entry fee is due when you turn in your entry form.  There are NO REFUNDS.

Online registration will stay open until the contest starts at 12:00 PM, Saturday, February 22nd.  It will then be turned off automatically, and no more entries will be taken.

Remember, if you need to make changes to your team members after you’ve turned in your entry form, it MUST be done in writing so that we have a record of it.  An email to teamchange@wtbbc.org is the ONLY acceptable method to add/remove a team member.  Submitting your team change using the Contact Us page is the same as sending an email.  Your team change request must include all of your original team members’ full names and the name(s) of the person(s) you are adding/removing.

Please take time to read the Rules FAQ for a list of frequently asked questions regarding the rules.

Be sure to check out www.wtbbc.org and follow our Facebook page for the latest information and updates.

January 2020 Results

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Congratulations to all of the winning teams in the January 2020 WTBBC, and thank you to all who entered. We smashed that record again this time, and we finally broke that $50,000 threshold for first place. Our total team count was 717 teams. We weighed 34 qualified bobcats, and paid out $143,400 in prize money.

WTBBC would like to thank everyone for supporting the contest. It wouldn’t continue growing as it has without your help in spreading the word. Keep telling all of your hunting buddies about it!!

Also, please show our sponsors your appreciation of their support by visiting their websites or establishments, and patronizing them when they can be of service to you.
We look forward to seeing you all again for the contest.

Here are the results:

Big Bobcat

First Place / 34 lbs. 0 oz. / $50,190 / Shelby Colvert, Bill Orsak, Shawn Colvert, Melvin Freeman
Second Place / 32 lbs. 10 oz. / $28,680 / Kody Willis, Kaleb Curry, Lane Schafer
Third Place / 32 lbs. 9 oz. / $21,510 / Tim McCloud, Greg Denney, Anthony Pontromeli
Fourth Place / 31 lbs. 7 oz. / $14,340 / John Weatherby, J.D. Henry, Zack Taylor
Fifth Place / 30 lbs. 8 oz. / $7,170 / Dale Battreall, Keith Corbitt, Joe Moroles, Jace Sparks

Jackpots

Each Paid $7,170
Most Grey Fox / 94 / Beau Jacoby, Landon Schwertner
Most Coyotes / 37 / Jared Hampton, Robert Miles, Jake Quine, Monty Roberts
Most Cats / 5 / Matt Mills, Tim Smith

January 25th Online Registration Now Open

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The January 25, 2020 West Texas Big Bobcat Contest is right around the corner.  In fact. Online registration is now open for anyone wanting to enter the January contest.  Teams can still mail in their entry forms with the entry fee, but please be sure to get them to us before the contest starts.  (Money order or Cashiers Check ONLY.  No personal checks, please.)  Of course, you can also stop by Field and Streams , The Outdoorsman or Texas Gun Shop any time between now and noon on the Saturday of the contest. The cash entry fee is due when you turn in your entry form.  Please remember there are NO REFUNDS.
Online registration will stay open until the contest starts at 12:00 PM, Saturday, January 25th. It will be turned off automatically at that time, and no more entries will be taken. Don’t wait until the last minute if you are going to register online in case you run into technical issues.

Remember, if you need to make changes to your team members after you’ve turned in your entry form, it MUST be done via email so that we have a record of it.  An email to teamchange@wtbbc.org is the ONLY acceptable method to add/remove a team member.  Submitting your team change using the Contact Us page is the same as an email.  Your team change request must include all of your original team members’ full names and the name(s) of the person(s) you are adding/removing.

Please take time to read the Rules FAQ for a list of frequently asked questions regarding the rules.

Be sure to subscribe to our email list at www.wtbbc.org and follow our Facebook page for the latest information and updates.

March 2019 Results

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Congratulations to all of the winning teams in the March 2019 WTBBC. We had another great turnout this month with 611 teams entered. We weighed 26 qualified cats and paid out $122,200 in prize money.

2019 was a great year for the WTBBC. For the 3 contests combined, we had a total of 1967 teams entered, paid out $393,400 in prize money, gave away some pretty awesome prizes from our sponsors, and we had a heck of a good time doing it. That brings our all time total payout (since 2008) to $2,039,120. We think that’s pretty unbelievable, and we know that it could not happen without all the hunters who support the contest and enjoy a little competitive predator hunting.

Also, please show our sponsors your appreciation of their support by visiting their websites or establishments, and patronizing them when they can be of service to you.
We look forward to seeing you all again for the contest.

Here are the results:

Big Bobcat

First Place / 33 lbs. 14 oz. / $42,770 / Trevor Ludtke, Tyler Harris
Second Place / 33 lbs. 3 oz. / $24,440 / J Gastinger, Branden Halfmann, Harlan Roberts, Matt Jensen
Third Place / 31 lbs. 15 oz. / $18,330 / Howard McDaniel, Brad McDaniel
Fourth Place / #30 lbs. 14 oz. / $12,220 / Austin Taylor, Sammy Hutchison, Shane Taylor, Bryant Taylor
Fifth Place / 29 lbs. 12 oz. / $6,110 / Casey Smith, Nathan Spencer, Chestin Clark

Jackpots

Each Paid $6,110
Most Grey Fox / 46 / John Caddell, Travis Smith, Luke Anderson
Most Coyotes / 20 / Walter Seabaugh, Kirk Montelaro, Chris Knapp, Jr.
Most Cats / 10 / Cody Brown, James Bendele, Toby Cargile

March 2nd Online Registration Now Open

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Online registration is now open for anyone wanting to enter the March contest using PayPal.  Teams can still mail in their entry forms with their team’s entry fee, but be sure they get to us BY THURSDAY before the contest.  (Money Order or Cashiers Check ONLY.  No personal checks, please.)  Of course, you can also stop by Field and Streams, The Outdoorsman, or Texas Gun Shop in San Angelo, Texas any time between now and 12:00 PM on the Saturday of the contest. The entry fee is due when you turn in your entry form.  There are NO REFUNDS.

Online registration will stay open until the contest starts at 12:00 PM, Saturday, March 2nd.  It will then be turned off automatically, and no more entries will be taken.

Remember, if you need to make changes to your team members after you’ve turned in your entry form, it MUST be done in writing so that we have a record of it.  An email to teamchange@wtbbc.org is the ONLY acceptable method to add/remove a team member.  Submitting your team change using the Contact Us page is the same as sending an email.  Your team change request must include all of your original team members’ full names and the name(s) of the person(s) you are adding/removing.

Please take time to read the Rules FAQ for a list of frequently asked questions regarding the rules.

Be sure to check out www.wtbbc.org and follow our Facebook page for the latest information and updates.

February 2019 Results

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Congratulations to all of the winning teams in the February 2019 WTBBC, and thank you to all who entered. Our total team count was 689 teams. We weighed 39 qualified bobcats, and paid out $137,800 in prize money.

Please show our sponsors your appreciation of their support by visiting their websites or establishments, and patronizing them when they can be of service to you.
We look forward to seeing you all again for the March 2nd contest.

Here are the results:

Big Bobcat

First Place / 34 lbs. 15 oz. / $48,230 / Kelby Frizzell, Colby Frizzell, Clay Allen
Second Place / 32 lbs. 13 oz. / $27,560 / Cooper McClurg, Trent Spivey
Third Place / 32 lbs. 11 oz. / $20,670 / Dusty Dubose, “Buckshot” Dubose, Hunter Phillips
Fourth Place (two-way tie) / 32 lbs. 6 oz. / $20,670 / We added 4th and 5th place prize money together and split it.
– Randy Parrish
– Josh Madrid, AJ Meadows, Matt Jones, Brent Stroud

Jackpots

Each Paid $6,890
Most Grey Fox / 53 / John Caddell, Travis Smith, Luke Anderson
Most Coyotes / 66 / Casey Smith, Nathan Spencer, Daniel Howard, Chestin Clark
Most Cats / 14 / (two-way tie)
– Dustin Ratliff, Jesus Sanchez
– Ryan Raschke, John Studdard, DJ Moss

February 2nd Online Registration Now Open

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Online registration is now open for anyone wanting to enter the February contest using PayPal.  Teams can still mail in their entry forms with their team’s entry fee, but be sure they get to us BY THURSDAY before the contest.  (Money Order or Cashiers Check ONLY.  No personal checks, please.)  Of course, you can also stop by Field and Streams or The Outdoorsman in San Angelo, Texas any time between now and 12:00 PM on the Saturday of the contest. The entry fee is due when you turn in your entry form.  There are NO REFUNDS.

Online registration will stay open until the contest starts at 12:00 PM, Saturday, February 2nd.  It will then be turned off automatically, and no more entries will be taken.

Remember, if you need to make changes to your team members after you’ve turned in your entry form, it MUST be done in writing so that we have a record of it.  An email to info@wtbbc.org is the ONLY acceptable method to add/remove a team member.  Submitting your team change using the Contact Us page is the same as sending an email.  Your team change request must include all of your original team members’ full names and the name(s) of the person(s) you are adding/removing.

Please take time to read the Rules FAQ for a list of frequently asked questions regarding the rules.

Be sure to check out www.wtbbc.org and follow our Facebook page for the latest information and updates.

January 2019 Results

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Congratulations to all of the winning teams in the January 2019 WTBBC, and thank you to all who entered. Our total team count was 667 teams. We weighed 42 qualified bobcats, and paid out $133,400 in prize money.

WTBBC would like to thank everyone for supporting the contest. It wouldn’t continue growing as it has without your help in spreading the word. Keep telling all of your hunting buddies about it!!

Also, please show our sponsors your appreciation of their support by visiting their websites or establishments, and patronizing them when they can be of service to you.
We look forward to seeing you all again for the February contest.

Here are the results:

Big Bobcat

First Place / 32 lbs. 9 oz. / $46,690 / JD Hejny, Daniel Hejny, Cecil Brown
Second Place (2-way tie) / 32 lbs. 7 oz. / $46,690 / We added second and third place prize money together and split in half.
– Kevin Crawford, Ryan Hastings
– Russel Goble, Russel Bynum
Fourth Place / 31 lbs. 12 oz. / $13,340 / Mike Havlak, Carl Moore, Steve Havlak
Fifth Place / 31 lbs. 5 oz. / $6,670 / Ross McCrea, Josh Gaines, James Gaines, Cason McCrea

Jackpots

Each Paid $6,670
Most Grey Fox / 46 / Ernie Kaiser, Ronson Childers
Most Coyotes / 39 / Casey Smith, Nathan Spencer, Chestin Clark, Daniel Howard
Most Cats / 9 / (three-way tie)
– Filie Arizola, Leland Foster, Joe Ross Jameson, Gary Foster
– John Weatherby, JD Henry, Zack Taylor, Tyler Rees
– Dalton Michum, Danny Michum, Billy Teague, Tate Teague

January 12th Online Registration Now Open

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The January 12, 2019 West Texas Big Bobcat Contest is right around the corner.  In fact. Online registration is now open for anyone wanting to enter the January contest.  Teams can still mail in their entry forms with the entry fee, but please be sure to get them to us before the contest starts.  (Money order or Cashiers Check ONLY.  No personal checks, please.)  Of course, you can also stop by Field and Streams , The Outdoorsman or Texas Gun Shop any time between now and noon on the Saturday of the contest. The cash entry fee is due when you turn in your entry form.  Please remember there are NO REFUNDS.
Online registration will stay open until the contest starts at 12:00 PM, Saturday, January 12th. It will be turned off automatically at that time, and no more entries will be taken. Don’t wait until the last minute if you are going to register online in case you run into technical issues.

Remember, if you need to make changes to your team members after you’ve turned in your entry form, it MUST be done via email so that we have a record of it.  An email to teamchange@wtbbc.org is the ONLY acceptable method to add/remove a team member.  Submitting your team change using the Contact Us page is the same as an email.  Your team change request must include all of your original team members’ full names and the name(s) of the person(s) you are adding/removing.

Please take time to read the Rules FAQ for a list of frequently asked questions regarding the rules.

Be sure to subscribe to our email list at www.wtbbc.org and follow our Facebook page for the latest information and updates.

March 2018 Results

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Congratulations to all of the winning teams in the March 2018 WTBBC. We had another great turnout this month with 605 teams entered.  We weighed 38 qualified cats and paid out $121,000 in prize money.

2018 was a great year for the WTBBC.  For the 3 contests combined, we had a total of 1994 teams entered, paid out $398,800 in prize money, gave away some pretty awesome prizes from our sponsors, and we had a heck of a good time doing it. That brings our all time total payout (since 2008) to $1,645,720. We think that’s pretty unbelievable, and we know that it could not happen without all the hunters who support the contest and enjoy a little competitive varmint hunting.

If you don’t mind, please show our sponsors your appreciation of their support by visiting their websites or establishments, and patronizing them when they can be of service to you.
We look forward to seeing you all again next year.

Here are the results:

Big Bobcat

First Place / 32 lbs. 2 oz. / $42,350 / Josh Johnson, Betsy Johnson, Tom Brantley, Charla Brantley
Second Place / 31 lbs. 7 oz. / $24,200 / Kurt Davis, Stef White
Third Place / 31 lbs. 3 oz. / $18,150 / Daniel Howard, Jim Bob Bearden, Brendan Shoars
Fourth Place / 30 lbs. 5 oz. / $12,100 / Dustin Vick, Travis McCracken
Fifth Place / 30 lbs. 3 oz. / $6,050 / Butch Larson, Tim Skarke

Jackpots

Each Paid $6,050
Most Grey Fox / 70 / Ernie Kaiser, John Forster, Guy Hohman
Most Coyotes / 26 / Nathan Spencer, Casey Smith, Chestin Clark
Most Cats / 8 / Daniel Howard, Jim Bob Bearden, Brendan Shoars