Free fishing clinic tour

Recfishwest will again be running its hugely popular Northern Community Fishing Clinics later this year.

These free clinics, which are attended by around 2000 children each year, happen with the assistance of the generous sponsorship of Woodside, with support also from Healthway.

The highlight each year is the Northern Tour, which visits regional centres throughout the North-West such as Carnarvon,

Exmouth, Karratha, Broome and Port Hedland, as well as smaller communities like Lombadina and One Arm Point.

This year, the Northern Tour runs from May 28 to June 25 and includes 35 free fishing clinics. The Recfishwest Fishing Clinics have a broad aim of promoting responsible fishing practices and correct fish handling techniques.

The clinics promote the “Fish Today for Tomorrow” message, encouraging people to fish in a sustainable manner.

This program addresses many aspects of recreational fishing including basic fishing skills, the use of appropriate equipment, the reasons behind fishing rules, correct fish handling techniques and fishing safety.

In addition to teaching the basics of safe and ethical angling to children and youth, this program combines mentoring and positive life skills with conservation and education in a powerful and adaptable package.

The full schedule for the Northern Tour will be up on the Recfishwest website shortly, at www.recfishwest.org.au.