The Tennessee Kayak Anglers' Tournament Trail or TNKATT is managed by the non-profit, public benefit corporation Tennessee Foothills Kayak Anglers Alliance, Inc (TFKAA, Inc). TNKATT is dedicated to the education of new kayak anglers, the promotion of safe, enjoyable kayak fishing, hosting charity kayak fishing tournaments on the rivers and lakes in and around the foothills and mountains of TN, NC, KY, and GA.  All TNKATT events raise funds in support of Veteran aid organizations while working with retail stores, outfitters, guides, manufacturers, kayak industry organizations, kayak fishing clubs, and other tournament trails.

TNKATT is a member of the Kayak Angler Society (KAST)of Tennessee and its tournaments award KAST points toward the Tennessee State Kayak Fishing State Championship and are open to everyone interested in safe, fun, kayak fishing.

The objectives and purpose of this organization shall include:

·         to recruit new anglers to the sport of kayak fishing;

·         to the provide instruction in the sport of kayak fishing including persons with special needs, disabilities, and at-risk behaviors;

·         to provide facilities and equipment for participants to engage in the promotion and participation in kayak fishing;

·         to provide opportunities for participants to participate in recreational and competitive kayak fishing;

·         to establish a board managed non-profit kayak fishing tournament trail called the Tennessee Kayak Angler’s Tournament Trail or TNKATT;

·         to sponsor, host and participate in events and activities that promote the sport of kayak fishing such as kayak fishing tournament trails, Heroes on the Waters, and Smoky Mountain Service Dogs.

TNKATT is managed by a Board of Directors.  Currently on the Board are:

 Jim Davis

 Kent Vanover

Justin Spradlin

Jason McCormick

 Lee Potter

TFKAA, Inc Board of Directors are:

·         Brant Williams, President and Founder

·         John Miller, Secretary

·         Jim Davis, TNKATT Representative

If you would like more information on TNKATT:

Email:           TourneyDirector@TNKATT.org