Upcoming Take a Kid Fishing Day - 8th March 2015
Mackay Recreational Fishers
Alliance Inc. in partnership with Tackle World Mackay will be conducting
its 16th Annual FREE to the community TAKE A KID FISHING DAY at
Shoal Point on Sunday the 8th of March 2015 commencing at 9 am.
Event Coordinator Russell Manley said if the weather is kind, the record of 210 children average attendance since inception is sure to be broken.
The concept of Take a Kid Fishing Day is to encourage parents and or guardian have some ‘value time’ with their children, away from all the electronic gadgets that consume children’s spare time these days. Other benefits include getting out in the sun, feeling the sand under your feet and enjoying the ambiance of the fantastic location chosen to conduct the event and learning some old time skills and knowledge.
Shoal Point is a great place for catching whiting, bream and flathead. The best bait is freshly dug lobbies, failing that attendees are requested to bring their own bait. Small packets of prawns are perfect.
Mr Manley said we have well over 20 volunteers to lend a hand on the day. Attendees are required to register at the site on the day and all nominations will go in the hat for randomly selected prizes.
If you’re new to Mackay and don’t have any fishing gear, you are welcome to borrow one of our rod and reel combos for the day simply by phoning Russell on 49 42 6822. Russell indicated that we have limited numbers so please get in early.
Special guests for the day will include Turtle Watch with a fabulous static display, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, Ezy Throw cast nets and the Mackay Area Fish Stocking Association.
Those attending the event are requested to be sun safe, wear a hat, bring along sunscreen lotion, protective footwear and the kids are encouraged to wear a long sleeve shirt.
The event will conclude about lunch time with a complimentary sausage sizzle.
For further information please contact Russell Manley on 4942 6822 or Lance Murray 0411 550 684.
Event Coordinator Russell Manley said if the weather is kind, the record of 210 children average attendance since inception is sure to be broken.
The concept of Take a Kid Fishing Day is to encourage parents and or guardian have some ‘value time’ with their children, away from all the electronic gadgets that consume children’s spare time these days. Other benefits include getting out in the sun, feeling the sand under your feet and enjoying the ambiance of the fantastic location chosen to conduct the event and learning some old time skills and knowledge.
Shoal Point is a great place for catching whiting, bream and flathead. The best bait is freshly dug lobbies, failing that attendees are requested to bring their own bait. Small packets of prawns are perfect.
Mr Manley said we have well over 20 volunteers to lend a hand on the day. Attendees are required to register at the site on the day and all nominations will go in the hat for randomly selected prizes.
If you’re new to Mackay and don’t have any fishing gear, you are welcome to borrow one of our rod and reel combos for the day simply by phoning Russell on 49 42 6822. Russell indicated that we have limited numbers so please get in early.
Special guests for the day will include Turtle Watch with a fabulous static display, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, Ezy Throw cast nets and the Mackay Area Fish Stocking Association.
Those attending the event are requested to be sun safe, wear a hat, bring along sunscreen lotion, protective footwear and the kids are encouraged to wear a long sleeve shirt.
The event will conclude about lunch time with a complimentary sausage sizzle.
For further information please contact Russell Manley on 4942 6822 or Lance Murray 0411 550 684.
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Tackle World Mackay Junior Angler Fishing Competition MRFA is proud to be a joint venture partner in the Tackle World Mackay Junior Angler fishing competition to be held in the Pioneer River on Sunday the 4th of August. Location: we will be setup at the River St boat ramp. Who can enter: Ages are from 5 to 15 years boys and girls, Enter your fish from 10am till 2.30pm and prizes will be presented at 3.00pm Prizes:
Registration: All participants MUST register prior to the event at Tackle World Shakespeare Street Mackay , they will be issued with a wrist band which must be worn and presented at the weigh in station which will be near the boat ramp in River Street. THERE WILL BE NO ENTRIES ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT. |
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