Youth Education Report

GET READY FOR SPRING

The cold winter months are here and its time to get our fishing equipment ready for the spring thaw. I like to prepare my fishing equipment and terminal tackle according to the specious of fish I fish for early in the spring starting with the following: Winter Flounder rigs, black fish rigs, Striped Bass lures, circle hook rigs. During the winter I clean, oil, and grease all the reels I use. I also re-spool each reel with new line and recycle the old line. I inspect each fishing rod for broken/worn guides, loose reel seats, and make the necessary repairs. Tip: Use a bright flashlight to inspect fishing rods. You might find a crack in the fishing rod or guide that would cause you to miss catching a trophy fish. Now is the time to do the tedious work of untangling that mess in your tackle box. Do all the work now and you will be ready for the 2008 fishing season.

INDOOR CASTING DEMONSTRATION

The JCAA Youth Education Committee has been invited to support the Keansburg Father Time indoor fishing stations on January 26, 2008. It's the third year Jeff Johnson of Keansburg Father Time will be organizing the event for the Bolger Middle School. The JCAA Youth Education Committee will support the Father Time event with an indoor casting demonstration. Several fishing clubs will volunteer time and provide fishing learning stations for children and their families. For more information on the Father Time organization, call Jeff Johnson at (732) 787-2007, ext. 2554.

OUTDOOR SPORTSMEN SHOWS

It’s going to be a long cold winter and it can be the perfect opportunity to introduce children to learning about making hand-crafted fishing lures, rod repair, tying saltwater and freshwater flies, reel maintenance, and going to the outdoor hunting and fishing expositions. Outdoor sportsmen shows offer a variety of fun fishing and hunting attractions for children and their families. There are many learning displays set up at outdoor shows for children to keep busy and spark an interest in healthy outdoor activities. Families can also find bargains on hunting and fishing equipment for the novice hunter or fisher. If funds are available after the holidays consider taking a fishing vacation where the weather is warm. Disney World offers freshwater fishing and the rates are reasonable if you plan your trip in advance. The Jersey Coast Anglers Association's Youth Education Committee will feature special youth education seminars at upcoming sportsmen shows. Participating merchants at the hunting and fishing expositions will offer promotions at their booths for children attending the Jersey Coast Anglers Association's Youth Fishing Seminars. Parents are also welcome to attend.

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