CANBERRA CARP OUT - SUNDAY 3RD MARCH 2013

The 2013 Canberra Carp Out is on again Sunday March 3rd. Registration for the event is from 8:30am at Lennox Gardens with fishing from 9:00am till 3:00pm and encompasses Lake Burley Griffin only. The weigh station closes 3:30pm sharp so make sure you are in the roped off section to be eligible for prizes (Entrants must be present to claim). There will be a BBQ, soft drinks, ice creams, coffee, fishing tips and casting comps along with activities for the kids.


Registrations are now open and available online @ http://www.canberra-carp-out.com/index.php/online-registration

1st prize in the major raffle is a Hobie Mirage Outback with trolley and PFD courtesy of Wetspot Water Sports, who will also have a Hobie Kayak tent display so come say hello and check out the latest and greatest range. You can also hire rods and reels to fish the comp at a nominal fee.

There is a great tips section on improving your Carp catch located here.

For more information please visit http://www.canberra-carp-out.com

The Carp-Out is targeted as a family-friendly fishing event, suitable for both experienced and novice recreational anglers. It is designed as a fun day, with education also a high priority. The objectives of the event are to:

•  Promote recreational fishing in the ACT and fishing in general
• Educate anglers on the impacts of European Carp and Redfin Perch on native fish and their habitats
• Introduce new people to the sport of fishing
• Have a bit of fun while removing introduced pest fish from the lake
• Foster some friendly corporate rivalry through the Corporate Challenge
• Raise fundsfor a charity and for stocking of native fish into Canberra's lakes and ponds.

(50% of profits will be donated to the Eden Monaro Cancer Support Group and 50% of profits will be used for native fish stocking of Canberra lakes and ponds);