Summer Fishing Program

​​​​​​​​​​​January 2020 - Let's go fishing!

Go fishing this summer with Fishcare!  

Free fishing clinics are being held around the state this January, some are public clinics and others are pre-organised with Fishcare by community groups.

 

Who are the clinics for?

​Open to Public Clinics

  • Everyone is welcome, see dates and times below.
  • All ages and levels of expertise are welcome.
  • No requirement to register beforehand.​
  • If numbers exceed safety levels, participants actively fishing on the platform may be limited, but everyone gets a turn!
  • Parents are responsible for supervising their children.​

Community Group Clinics

  • Not open to the public, organised with Fishcare by prior arrangement. Contact one of our Fishcare Coordinators if your group is interested in organising a clinic. 

Fishing clinics - dates and times​


​When

​Where

​Time

​Can I attend: Public Clinic or Community Group?

​Thursday, 19 December
​Short Beach, Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
​4.00 - 6.00pm
​Open to Public: Fishing Clinic and information session for multicultural fishers.
Contact: Fishcare South
​Thursday, 9 January
​Sandy Bay
11.00am - 1.00pm
​Community Group - Mount Stuart Vacation Care
​Monday, 13 January
​George Town Pier
​11.00am - 2.00pm
​Community Group - Northern Vocational Care
​Tuesday, 14 January
​Stanley or Burnie
​2.00 - 4.00pm
​Community Group - Youth and Family Community Connections
Wednesday, 15 January
 ​Dover Far South Wilderness Camp
 10.00am - 3.00pm​ ​Open to Public
Contact: Fishcare South
​Friday, 17 January
Dru Point, Margate
​10.00am - 12.00pm
​Community Group - Stepping Stones
​Monday, 20 January
​St Helens Wharf
​10.00am - 1.00pm
​Community Group - Poss'M'agic Day Care
Tuesday, 21 January
 ​St Helens Wharf
 ​10.00am - 1.00pm
 ​Open to Public​
Contact: Fishcare North​
​Wednesday, 22 January
​Short Beach, Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay​4.00 - 6.00pm​Open to Public: Fishing Clinic and information session for multicultural fishers.
Contact: Fishcare South​
​Friday, 24 January
 ​Mussel Rock Lighthouse, Devonport​
 10.00am - 1.00pm​ ​Open to Public
Contact: Devonport City Council
Ph: 6424 0511
​Tuesday, 28 January
 ​George Town Pier, Launcesto​n
 ​10.00am - 1.00pm
 ​Open to Public
Contact: George Town Council
Ph: 6382 8800
​Wednesday, 29 January
 ​Clarence Point Boat Ramp/Pontoon​, Launceston
 11.00am - 1.00pm
 ​Open to Public
Contact: West Tamar Council
Ph: 6383 6350
​Thursday, 30 January
 ​Coles Bay (Tour Boat wharf)
 ​10.00am - 2.00pm ​Open to Public
Contact: Fishcare South
​Thursday, 30 January 

​Mussel Rock Lighthouse, Devonport​
​3.00 - 5.00pm
​Open to Public
Contact: Devonport City Council
Ph: 6424 0511
​Tuesday, 4 February 

​Hillwood Pontoon, Launceston 
​4:00 - 6:00pm 
​Open to public: Fishing Clinic and information seesion for multicultural fishers. 
Contact: Fishcare North​

What do I bring?

  • Rods and gear are available to use.
  • PFDs are available to use and attendees may be asked to wear these if requested by a Fishcare Coordinator.
  • Bring warm clothing, sun protection, food and drink if required!

Fishing Clinic Tamar River

Fishing Clinic Tamar River

What is the Summer Fishing Program?
The aims of the program are:
  • To impart basic fishing skills including casting, knot tying and rigging to children and new fishers.
  • To teach responsible fishing practices such as measuring, handling and releasing your catch.
  • To promote recreational fishing as a fun outdoors activity.
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Volunteering Opportunities

Are you interested in helping out at one of our fishing clinics?  Fishcare may need extra assistance with some of the Summer Fishing Clinics and it's a great way to see whether you'd enjoy joining us as a longer term volunteer.

Contact one of the Fishcare Coordinators to get more information if you are interested.

Contact

Fishcare South
Fishcare Coordinator South
1 Franklin Wharf​​
Hobart TAS 7000​​
Phone: 03 6165 3039
Email: fishcaresouth@dpipwe.tas.gov.au

Fishcare North
Fishcare Coordinator​ North (Work days: Mon-Wed)
DPIPWE Mt Pleasant Offices
171 Westbury Road
Launceston TAS 7250
Phone: 03 6777 2082
Email: fishcarenorth@dpipwe.tas.gov.au

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