Date: 7 August 2003
Time: 10am to 4pm
Event: 120 children to learn about angling at Young Anglers’ Day
Location: Passies Pond, Lancing in West Sussex
At the free one-day event the on Thursday, 7 August from 10am to 4pm, the Agency will encourage 120 children to learn more about the nation’s favourite pastime as well as giving good practical advice on bank-side health and safety, security issues, fish welfare, caring for the environment and the rod licensing system.
Funds raised from the licence fee scheme allow the Agency to continue its work in restoring fisheries, restocking rivers and improving the riverside habitat. Additionally the monies enable the Environment Agency to run angling days to introduce children to the sport and to provide increased fishing opportunities for the young.
Jason Lavender, Environment Agency Area Fisheries, Recreation and Biodiversity Team Leader, said, “The day represents a fantastic opportunity to introduce children to angling and caring for the environment.
“We will also be able to explain to the children how funds generated from the sale of rod licences are used and why they are essential to the future of fisheries management and improvement. My team is looking forward to a very challenging and highly rewarding day.”
Environment Agency staff will be on hand to offer advice on how to catch the one that doesn’t get away. Also, there’s no need to rush out and buy a rod and reel, as all equipment will be provided. Additionally it will not be necessary to purchase a rod fishing licence either, as the Agency has issued a blanket licence for the day.
Passies Pond is located approximately two miles north of Lancing on the Coombes Road (Sussex Pad Hotel turn off from the A27).
EA Website: www.environment-agency.gov.uk
