Welcome to the forums and thanks for a great first post!
Looks like Biz said, a good 4+ lbs. I appreciate that you pointed out the catch & release method that most of us use with bass. I don't judge the people who might make dinner out of one (when it's in season) but it's great to know I have a shot at that fish while it gets bigger. Muscoot has some big bass.
Best Always,
Vinny
PS: I'll throw that shot into my gallery now that school's over for a couple of weeks I can back to that project.