Young Victorians are to be given the chance to reel in a new hobby as the Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) prepares to launch a series of free events across the State.
Encouraging families to get involved, Minister for Fishing and Boating, Melissa Horne said the first VicFishKids event would kick off on Sunday (6 March) at Gem Pier in Williamstown, followed by events in Bendigo, Moorabbin, and Seymour.
“The four events will give young Victorians the chance to reel in a new hobby in a safe and supported environment with help from a range of fishing experts,” Ms Horne said.
“VicFishKids events are a wonderful way for budding young anglers to try their hand at fishing for the first time – helping us to get more people fishing more often,” she said
“Not only do they receive advice and tips in a safe and supportive environment from a range of experts, but they even get to take home their very own fishing rod if they attend one of our free clinics – perfect for hitting the water with mum or dad on the weekends.”
Ms Horne said the event series ensured that young newcomers learnt from experienced fishers about everything from knots, casting and bait selection to what to do when they landed their first fish.
“Across the four Statewide events, 32 clinics will be held, with those who attend even receiving a free fishing rod of their own to take home,” she said.
“At Williamstown next weekend, Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) ambassadors Bachar Houli and Lee Rayner will join Fisheries Officers to share tips, tricks and a few fishing stories of their own with the budding young anglers.”
Ms Horne said catchable-size rainbow trout from the VFA’s Snobs Creek hatchery would also be stocked prior to events at Bendigo, Moorabbin and Seymour to enhance everyone’s chances of fishing success.
Further information on the VicFishKids events can be accessed at this PS News link.
