I fished last year and it was my first time on lake. I went to the lake the day before and let everyone know that I was there for the Open and you would not believe the info I received from all the locals. It seems everyone tries to make the event work. I won't be fishing this year due to my daughter's birthday, but I may come down Fri night and "gofer" for Rex Sat morning for a couple hours. Good luck.

Joe