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BoatU.S. News Room at http://www.BoatUS.com/news/releases.asp
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Press Contact: Scott Croft, 703-461-2864, [email protected]
Date: May 31, 2007
10 WAYS TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL FISHING AND BOATING WEEK JUNE 2-10
With National Fishing and Boating Week upon us June 2 - 10, here’s a list from BoatU.S. on ten ways to celebrate the week and inspire families and friends to head out for some fun fishing and safe boating:
1. Go fishing for free: In honor of this special week, many states offer one or more days where you won’t need a license to go fishing. Go to http://www.Takemefishing.org/freefishingdaysbystate for a list of dates.
2. Brush up on your fishing skills: From learning about fishing tactics, equipment and safety, to advice and stories from pro anglers, http://www.BoatUSAngler.com has all the right info to keep beginners or experienced anglers at their peak. Click on “Angler How-To’s.”
3. Take a friend who has never been boating out for the afternoon: Inviting some non-boaters out on the water could hook you a new boating buddy. After you get back to the dock, send your friends to http://www.discoverboating.com or http://www.discoversailing.com where they can get a free DVD to get them started in powerboating or sailing.
4. Take the “Angler’s Legacy” Pledge: The pledge is all about ensuring the growth of recreational fishing. Go to http://www.Anglerslegacy.org for more information.
5. Get “Hooked” Online: Need a little help finding fish? Do you want to attend a nearby tournament or go charter fishing? Localized fishing reports, charter and tournament information can all be found at http://www.BoatUS.com/angler There’s even a list of fishing magazines just for your area.
6. Invite a child to go fishing and make it memorable: After you go out, nominate them to the “Kids Fishing Hall of Fame,” post a photo of them with their catch online for the whole world to see, or create a free “Certificate of Recognition” at http://www.Takemefishing.org
7. Borrow a kid’s life jacket for free: If you’re not used to having kids aboard you may not have the right size life jacket. But the BoatU.S Foundation’s free Kids Life Jacket Loaner program offers free child and teen life jackets for the day, afternoon or weekend at over 350 waterfront sites across the US. Go to http://www.BoatUS.com/foundation/LJLP for locations.
8. Go window shopping: Dream big and sign up for your free online copy of weekly boat classifieds at http://www.BoatUS.com/classifieds There are three separate weekly emails each for powerboats, trailerable boats and sailboats.
9. Attend one of hundreds of fishing, boating or aquatic stewardship events: Many events happen throughout the year and provide opportunities for families and friends to share quality time together while learning about two of our nation's favorite pastimes - recreational boating and fishing. To find one near you, go to http://www.TakeMeFishing.org/Events
10. Teach your kids about catch and release fishing and how to measure a fish: Go to http://www.BoatUSAngler.com/fishing_basics.asp to show your kids how to safely return fish to the water and grow healthy fishing stocks by practicing catch and release.
BoatU.S. Angler is a membership organization from the nation’s largest association of recreational boaters, Boat Owners Association of The United States. Its mission is to protect the interests of boat-owning freshwater anglers, increase boating safety, provide consumer assistance and ensure fishing remains worry-free. For more information, go to http://www.BoatUSAngler.com or call (866) 906-0013. | |
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Location: Elgin, Illinois | Gave... great stuff...
The Northern Illinois Walleye Club is again hosting a Kid's Clinic on June 9th at Shabbona Lake State Park in Shabbona, IL... free instruction, gifts and free hot dogs and burgers for kids and their "escort".... For info call Greg Meyer 847-651-3843 | |
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Location: Elgin, Illinois | Here's the full info:
Also, remember, it is the Illinois Free Fishing Day so noone needs a license to fish!
KIDS FISHING CLINIC
2007
WHAT:
A FREE kids fishing clinic where kids can learn and improve their fishing skills.
Safety, equipment, techniques, locations, fish handling, and catch and release
will be taught. NIWC members will teach their techniques, tricks and tips.
GOALS:
· To teach fishing techniques, fishing safety and to have fun.
· To develop and promote the love of fishing for our area youth anglers.
· To promote proper fish handling and catch and release fishing.
WHERE:
Place: Shabbona Lake State Park (Somonauk Point)
Date: Saturday June 9th, 2007
Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm. (Lunch Will Be Served At 11:30am)
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring your fishing pole, assorted tackle, a great attitude, and the
desire to learn how to be a better angler.
LUNCH:
A FREE lunch will be served by the Northern Illinois Walleye Club.
Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Chips and Drinks will be provided for all anglers
Edited by hgmeyer 5/31/2007 7:28 PM
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