Bass Classic
Join us for the Baxter Health Foundation Bass Classic!
The Baxter Health Foundation Bass Classic is returning in 2026! This second-annual event brings our community together in support of local healthcare, raising vital funds to keep advanced care close to home.
Thank you to our generous sponsors for helping us care for our neighbors. View our 2026 sponsors.
Join us for two signature events:
Banquet | Thursday, October 22, 2026, 6 – 9 p.m.,
Baxter Health Wellness Education Center
Join us for a festive evening celebrating our community and the care we
share. Banquet tickets are $50 per person and include a fish fry provided
by John 3:16 Ministries featuring catfish, chicken tenders, fries, coleslaw,
hushpuppies, tea, and water. Wine and beer will also be available. Live
music provided by Country Case.
Fishing Tournament | Saturday, October 24, 2026, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.,
Lake Norfork Marina
Whether you are an avid angler or simply want to support your community
hospital, the Bass Classic is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference
right here at home. Registration is $200 per boat, and first flight take
off is at 7 a.m. with weigh-in at 3 p.m.
Tournament Payouts:
1st Place: $4,000, 2nd Place: $2,000, 3rd Place: $1,000, 4th Place: $500,
5th Place: $250
Grand Raffle: Win a Four Wheeler or Gold Bracelet
Tickets are now for sale for the Bass Classic Grand Raffle! Purchase a raffle ticket today for a chance to win a four wheeler or gold bracelet. There are only 100 tickets available for each prize, so get your tickets now while they last!
• 2024 Artic Cat 600 Alterra Four Wheeler valued at $7,000
Donated by Xtreme Outdoors and Dr. Tim Paden
• 18k Yellow Gold Designer Style Bracelet valued at $12,754
To purchase tickets, stop by the Baxter Health Foundation office Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or any of the Baxter Health Community Houses (Mruk Family Center on Aging, Peitz Cancer Support House, or Schliemann Center for Women's Health) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday – Thursday.
Raffle drawing takes place Thursday, October 22 at the Bass Classic Banquet. You do not have to be present to win! Note: Winner is responsible for paying taxes prior to picking up item.
Bid Now: Bass Classic Silent Auction
The Bass Classic Silent Auction is open! Browse a great lineup of items and place your bids online from anywhere. Every bid supports the Baxter Health Foundation and helps keep compassionate, high-quality care close to home for our friends, families and neighbors.
Bidding closes on Thursday, October 22 at 8 p.m., so don’t wait to find your favorites. Happy bidding, and thank you for supporting local healthcare!
