YOUTH EDUCATION COMMITTEE REPORT
By Greg Kucharewski
(from Jersey Coast Anglers
Association April
1995 Newsletter)
SURF CASTING SEMINAR
The Youth Education Committee, is planning a
JCAA surf casting seminar at Island Beach State Park, NJ Sunday,
June 11, 1995 during National Fishing Week. JCAA educators and
volunteers from the New Jersey Beach Buggy Association will use
the 25 ABU Garcia fishing rods and reels, that are available at
the park, for surf fishing instruction. A variety of surf casting
techniques and the correct use of saltwater terminal tackle will
be demonstrated. Please phone Marie Frolio JCAA Aquatic Education
Coordinator for more information 609/581-1683.
HUMAN POTENTIAL EXPO '95:
In recognition of Human Potential Week, the
Ocean County Mall, Toms River, New Jersey will provide space for
vendors and non-profit organizations that support the disabled
community. The Expo is Thursday, May 18 and Friday, May 19, 1995
10:00 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. We Need Volunteers!!! to
distribute information about the Governor's Cup. Please call:
908/840-9197 if you or your club would like to donate time at the
booth.
AQUATIC EDUCATION
Marie Frolio, JCAA Aquatic Education Coordinator,
will attend the Coastal Workshop for Teachers at Wetlands
Institute Stone Harbor, New Jersey May 20 - 21, 1995. Topics for
the weekend workshop: Principles of Wildlife Management, Marine
Resources and their importance to people, Wetlands and Wildlife,
Delaware Bay Migration, Teachers Networking Session and Beast of
the Barrier Islands. Please keep in mind free workshops for
Project Aquatic Wild will take place throughout the state for
more information please phone Larry Sarner, NJ F, G&W -
I&E 609/748-2031.
The JCAA Youth Education Committee will assist the
Seaside Business Association, with the promotion of several
environmental activities and family fishing programs. Plans were
developed earlier this month to initiate healthy outdoor
activities for families visiting the popular vacation resort. The
Seaside Business Association will offer family entertainment and
activities every Wednesday and Thursday throughout the summer
along with free beach days. Contact their funtastic hotline
1-800-SEA-SHOR(E) for an event schedule.
The Girl Scouts of Brick, NJ and several service
organizations in Brick Township, will host a fishing program
entitled "Kid's Teaching Kid's" during National Fishing
Week, June 5-11, 1995. The Jersey Coast Anglers Association will
support this event by providing fishing equipment, aquatic
education material, and guidance to promote a successful Pathway
To Fishing & "Hooked On Fishing Not On Drugs"
event.
There are new headquarters for Future Fisherman
Foundation, and three are added to the staff of FFF. Darrell
Maynard, is the new National Coordinator for HOFNOD's, Chris
Mills, Administrative Assistant and Andy Martin, Director of
Foundations. The award winning "Hooked On Fishing Not On
Drugs" workshops will be expanded and the new address is
Future Fisherman Foundation, 1033 North Fairfax Street, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: 703/519-9691
The following is a letter received from Gertrud
Strong, retired teacher of the Newark school system:
Our Endangered Species (Human)
At least with our animals the parents
protect, love and teach them how to take care of themselves and
prepare for them for adult life.
Not so with many of our children who are
left to fend for themselves until they enter Pre-School or
Nursery School.
In observing a family of three generations
you will find each generation is ready to accomplish more at an
earlier age than the previous one. An example is in academic
progress and wise use of leisure time.
Naturally this is ideal but we must
concentrate on the children who are receiving little guidance and
motivation to strive for better lives.
These children must be given a wealth of
experiences through which they will develop more skills and
interests for the future.
Hopefully the parents will be encouraged to
join in these activities. However it is a job for everyone.
If a child has an interest it improves his
self image and that is most important. Now get "Hooked On
Fishing Not On Drugs" is one way to save our Endangered
Species".
Youth Activity Bulletin Board
· April 22, 1995 Earth Day 25
Year Celebration, Photographs
of environmental clean ups and activities throughout New
Jersey will be featured at Rutgers, also the unearthing of a
time capsule.
· Newark Bait And Fly Casters
will host a Benefit Spaghetti Dinner for severely injured youth angler John Jacobsen,
Sunday April 23, 1995 1 - 6 p.m. American Legion Post #229,
115 Grove Street, Roselle, NJ. Funds received from the
spaghetti dinner will be used for medical expenses and the
purchase of a modified fishing wheel chair. For ticket
information or to make a donation contact Al Marantz
908/280-2653 or Don Marantz 609/259-6368
· May 5-6-7, 1995 Lackawaxen
American Shad Fest: Admission
is free. Adult Competitions: Archery Shoot, Fishing Contest,
American Shad Bake, Flytying & Casting Demos, Youth
Fishing Trout Derby and many more fun activities for the
whole family.
· May 13, 1995, TEACH
AT THE BEACH, will be held
at Island Beach State Park, NJ. For further information,
please write to the New Jersey Marine Education Association,
C/O Maryanne Mognoni, 414 Third St., Union City, NJ 07087.
Come out and join members of the Jersey Coast Anglers
Association's, Youth Education Committee, that will support
this fun
· National Fishing Week Event,
Sunday, June 11, 1995, Surf Casting Seminar and Beach Fun at
Island Beach State Park, NJ.
Free use of surf fishing rods and reels or bring your own
equipment. Expert surf fishing instructors will demonstrate
the basics of surf casting.
· June 11, 1995 National
Fishing Week activities at Lake Riveria, Brick Township, NJ. Events include: Fishing Contest, Games for
children, Fishing Flea Market, "Hooked On Fishing Not On
Drugs" and Pathway To Fishing program will be presented.
June 18, 1995
Seaside Heights will begin their annual Seafood Festival to extend the National Fishing Week celebration,
along with the Future Fisherman Foundation's "Hooked On
Fishing Not On Drugs" to promote their new family
entertainment image. Seafood In Seaside 10am -7pm, Seafood,
Arts and Crafts, Entertainment, Youth Casting Event, Rides,
and fun for the whole family. Sponsored by the Seaside
Business Association.
· National Fishing Week
June 5 - 11, 1995 Free Fishing Days in
New Jersey are Saturday & Sunday June 10 & 11, 1995. Residents and non-residents may fish the public
waters of New Jersey without a license or trout Stamp. All
other regulations apply.
Last year the JCAA Youth Education Committee,
coordinated fishing and aquatic education programs for the week
long celebration of National Fishing Week, Cast Across America
1994. The total number of participants were 855. This year we
hope to extend the number of National Fishing Week participants
from last year and encourage member clubs from JCAA to hold a
youth fishing program during National Fishing Week. Member clubs
that wish to conduct a National Fishing Week program, can phone
in the number of participants in their event to the JCAA office.
All National Fishing Week participant totals will be calculated
and counted in the grand total for New Jersey. Also during
National Fishing Week, if your club would like to help collect
funds for children with cancer, that want to go fishing. Please
contact Greg Kucharewski, "Kid's Wish'N To Go
Fish'N" 908/840-9197. We have donation canisters
available.
§ Greg Kucharewski, a member of the Shore Surf Club, is
the J.C.A.A. Youth Education Director. For information on aquatic
youth education material write to: J.C.A.A. Youth Education
Committee, 1201 Rt. 37 East, Suite 9, Toms River, NJ 08753 or
phone the J.C.A.A. office at (908) 506-6565, voice mail box #1
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