If you’re planning to fish all four 2026 Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s National Walleye Tour presented by Progressive events as a co-angler, it’s time to register.
SPRINGFIELD, MO (February 24, 2026) — Priority Co-Angler registration for the 2026 Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s National Walleye Tour (NWT) presented by Progressive is now officially open.
Co-anglers who plan to compete in all four regular-season events have the opportunity to secure Priority status by registering before 4PM CST on Wednesday, February 25. In the event of uneven fields, angler entry will be determined by registration timestamp.
General co-angler registration for single-event entries will open at 10AM CST on Monday, March 2. All entries will be accepted based on timestamp.
Each season, the National Walleye Tour provides co-anglers the opportunity to compete alongside the top professional walleye anglers in the country on premier fisheries nationwide. With strong payouts, national exposure, and support from industry-leading partners, the NWT continues to elevate competitive walleye fishing at every level.
Pro Angler Registration is open! Pros may register either for full season Priority entry or individual events. Anglers who commit to all four regular season tournaments will receive Priority status based on timestamp and entry will be confirmed before those entering for single events. Full season entry set at $8,000. Single event Pro entry is $2,000 per tournament, and anglers may enter as many events as they choose.
New for 2026
For the 2026 season, pro anglers will utilize the NWT Fishing Chaos Platform for registration, payments, and official tournament communications. The platform will serve as the primary hub for confirmations, updates, and important event details throughout the season.
About National Walleye Tour
The National Walleye Tour (NWT) is part of the Outdoor Team Works family of fishing tournaments. OTW offers a wide range of fishing events from professional tournaments to grassroots fishing derbies, all supported by leading national brands and extensive media coverage.
For more information or to register, visit www.nationalwalleyetour.com.