Free Kids’ Fishing Clinic promises day of learning, fun
News Release
Friday, May 20, 2011
Media contact: Stan Kirkland, 850-265-3676
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 Panama
City.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will
offer a free Kids' Fishing Clinic for children between the ages of
4 and 15 on Saturday, June 4. The clinic is at Panama City Marina,
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 give 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, and an adult must accompany all
participants.
Individuals or companies interested in helping sponsor this
event or volunteering at the clinic should call Donna Claypole at
850-234-2621, or the FWC's Nancy Fisher at 850-488-6058.
To find out more about
taking a kid fishing, go to MyFWC.com/Fishing and click on
"Saltwater" then "Outreach and Education."
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