Family fun and free fishing coming to Bendigo
26 September 2018
Original media release available here.
The State Government is getting on with bringing even more fishing opportunities to the heart of Bendigo withVicFishKids announced for Sunday 7 October.
Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan and Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards joined Lee Rayner from Fishing Fever at Kennington Reservoir to announce the VicFishKids event.
The VicFishKids event is funded by the State Government’s Target One Million which is investing a record $46 million toincrease participation to one million anglers by 2020.
The event is designed to give kids a taste of fishing and get them inspired to keep casting in the future.
Everything is provided on the day, so youngsters can learn to cast, tie knots and understand what to do when they catch a fish.
Fishing personality Lee Rayner will attend the VicFishKids event in Bendigo to inspire seasoned anglers and complete novices with expert tips and give them the ‘fishing edge’.
Fishcare will also be there to provide free fishing tuition and to help mums, dads and kids learn about responsible and sustainable fishing practices.
The Victorian Fisheries Authority will give away 200 rod and reel outfits at the event to encourage beginners to stick with the hobby and try it again another time with family and friends.
Kennington Reservoir will be stocked with 500 rainbow trout ahead of the VicFishKids event so there promises to be plenty of excitement and chances for children to get photos with their prized catches.
All bait and fishing gear is provided, so event goers just need to bring sturdy footwear, weather appropriate clothing, a hat,sunscreen and a sense of adventure.
Learn more at: www.vfa.vic.gov.au/vicfishkids
Quote attributable to Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan
“Fishing is great activity to get kids off their screens and into the great outdoors. The VicFishKids event will help teach them lifelong skills that they can use to connect with their local environment and community.”
Quote attributable to Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards
“VicFishKids is a fantastic opportunity for the whole family to spend quality time together during the school holidays. Children across Bendigo will certainly have plenty to talk about during show and tell when they’re back in the classroom!”