Discarding their usual rods and lines, the youngster, all members of the Kingfisher Piscatorials Club, used black sacks and disposable gloves, on a litter pick of the area, catching a variety of rubbish including plastic bags, old fishing line and even used nappies. The litter pick was organized by club leader Steve Gray of Cedar Way Sunbury, who is keen to educate his young anglers to respect their environment. Wanted to do something positive towards conservation, said Steve. The young people were disgusted at the careless way the riverside is treated.
We highly commend the pro-active approach of this fishing coach.
Through the year, so much of our wildlife suffers from the from the thoughtless actions of us humans.
A National Federation of Anglers coach, Steve started the Kingfisher Piscatorials club to share his enthusiasm for fishing with the children who might not otherwise have the opportunity to take part. He has eight members, aged between eight to twelve, including his 12-year-old daughter Jessica.
I take the children fishing once a week, said Steve an IT analyst. I started fishing when I was three and have been enjoying the sport for more than 30 years. I teach the children how to fish correctly and also try to instill good habits. Four of my member had never fished before.
Angling is the most popular participation sport in the country and certainly better for the children than sitting in front of a computer game.