Free Kids’ Fishing Clinic promises day of learning, fun
News Release
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Media contact: Gabriella B. Ferraro, 772-215-9459
Teaching children a lifelong hobby, instilling appreciation for
our marine environment and providing a fun family outing are the
objectives for next month's Kids' Fishing Clinic in Naples.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in
conjunction with the Marine Industries Association of Collier
County Foundation, will offer a free Kids' Fishing Clinic for
children between the ages of 4 and 16 on Saturday, May 7. The
clinic will be at the Naples Municipal City Pier, from 9 a.m. to
noon. Advance registration is not required.
This free clinic enables young people to learn the basics of
environmental stewardship, fishing ethics, angling skills and
safety. In addition, environmental displays will offer participants
a unique chance to experience Florida's marine life firsthand.
Kids' Fishing Clinics have several goals, but the main objective
is to create responsible marine resource stewards by teaching
children about the vulnerability of Florida's marine ecosystems. In
addition, organizers hope to teach fundamental saltwater fishing
skills and provide participants a positive fishing experience.
Fishing equipment and bait will be provided for kids to use
during the clinic, but organizers encourage children who own
fishing tackle to bring it. A limited number of rods and reels will
be given away to participants upon completion of the clinic.
If conditions allow, participants will have the opportunity to
practice their new skills and fish from the pier. This event is a
photo catch-and-release activity. An adult must accompany all
participants.
Individuals or companies interested in helping sponsor this
event or volunteering at the clinic should call Laura Almand at
239-213-1441, extension 203, or FWC's Nancy Fisher at
850-488-6058.
To find out more on taking a kid fishing, go to
MyFWC.com/Fishing and
click on "Saltwater" then "Outreach and Education."
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