Family Friendly Inshore Fishing Experience Capt. Marty Goldys (386)679-0317

The act of fishing is always fun and exciting as you never know what you’re going to reel up on the end of your line. But, more importantly, there are valuable lessons to be learned while spending time on the water surrounded by friends and family. Fun fact, all kids LOVE fishing! While fishing often requires ‘Patience’, once you hook into your 1st fish, that’s usually all it takes to get you ‘HOOKED’.

Providing the opportunity to take a child fishing can be a challenge. Finding someone with a boat or the gear necessary to plan a fishing trip can be tough. The good news being, fishing can now days take place in environments that don’t require a fancy boat or expensive fishing equipment.

Fishing from land, a local dock, a bridge, a jetty, or even a kayak or canoe could provide many opportunities to catch a large variety of fish. Don’t worry as much about the fancy boat or expensive fishing gear, as it is more about the experience and spending quality time bonding with your favorite people (Family & Friends).

Life lessons are often learned while spending time on the water with friends and family. Make time for the kids in your life to ensure they share these learning experiences and life-long memories. Takes a ton of photos to document your fishing trips together so years later you can look back on the epic adventures you all created together.

Below, I’ve listed some simple approaches to planning a fishing trip/adventure with the kids in your life.

• Make ‘fishing’ and the planning process FUN ! Perhaps let your child select the fishing spot or the lure/bait for that day.

• Focus on the kids you’re taking fishing, not as much the tactical side of Fishing (especially for 1st timers & young children).

• Be very positive, patient, and understanding with the kids you take fishing as your coaching will have a lasting impact on how they develop as a junior angler (No yelling, screaming, or “I told you to do it this way”). Instead just re-rig and say, “we’ll get the next one” (with a smile on your face).

• Take plenty of snacks, treats, and drinks, as this will help distract children when the ‘Bite is Slow’.

• Praise your child when they catch a fish, no matter the size or species. Let them know they did a Great Job after they successfully release the fish.

• Create games while fishing (who can catch the biggest fish, who can catch the fish with the most spots, or who can catch the ‘most fish’ throughout the day).

• Set simple challenges for your children like, “who can name this species of fish”?

• Challenge your kids with finding/pointing out loose trash while on the water and around the boat ramp. Bring a gloves, an empty bucket, and trash grippers in an effort to help remove these unwanted pollutants. Explain to your children why it is so important to ‘Protect our Environment’.

• Educate the kids you fish with on the surrounding environment, the tackle you’re using, and the fish you are targeting (identifying species of fish).

• Set your children up with their very own tackle box, lures, and supplies (use barbless hooks and avoid treble hooks-Circle hooks are best and most Kid-Friendly).

• Invest in a ‘kid friendly’ fishing rod (very reasonable pricing for junior angler fishing equipment)

• Teach your kids how to properly handle and release fish. Simply demonstrate this process.

• Practice casting, tying knots, and rigging rods while at home to get your children excited about the upcoming fishing adventure.

• Tune into a fishing report or watch a fishing show with your children to encourage ‘Best Practices’ while on the water.

• Point out wildlife like manatees, dolphins, exotic Florida bird species so your children begin to better understand how an ‘Eco-system’ works.

• Teach your kids about the tides, weather, and conditions as these factors all impact our fishing and adventures on the water.

• If fishing from the boat, provide an understanding of the boat, how it works, safety features, and let them help with dock and anchor lines.

• Encourage your children to complete a FREE ‘Boater Safety Course for Kids’. Set this up and arrange training for your children especially if your family and friends own boats. There are a variety of agencies and organizations that offer FREE ‘Boater Safety Courses for Kids’.

• Familiarize yourself and your children with current fishing regulations and local policy while on the water by visiting the Official FWC website https://myfwc.com/boating/safety-education/id/

• Get involved with your local community events such as, Kids Fishing Tournaments or Beach Clean-Ups (these are often FREE events).

At the end of the day, getting to spend quality time with your children on or around the water, you will foster a true bonding experience. As we know, ‘Fishing’ is definitely more than the act of just catching fish. It teaches our children to appreciate the outdoors and value the environment we get to share with our best of friends and family!

September 16, 2023 9am-2pm

Registration opens 8:30am

Menard May Park Edgewater

Held in conjunction with the River Rescue Regatta & Coastal Cleanup

6’, 8’,10’ & 12’ Poles Bow, Stern and Motor Mounts Available

Hurricane season is still in full swing! Practice

We can order parts same day or next day service!

• Steering

• Trailer Parts

• Stainless Hardware

• Control Cables (Mercury Generation II)

• Cleaning Supplies

• Safety Equipment

• Electronics

• Dock Lines

• Nautical Decor

• Tires/Rims

• Batteries

• Seats/Pedastals

• Hatches

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• Anchors

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• Jewelry

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100’s to choose from!

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• Hose

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P.O. Box 290002

Port Orange, Fl. 32129

386-478-3725 www.fishnhuntmag.com

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Published By: Desiree’ Harbster

In Loving Memory of

Roger S. Harbster 12/25/1929 ~ 4/24/2009

Dorothy F. Harbster 3/17/1936-4/18/2018

WRITERS:

Desiree’ Harbster

Front Caption: Cindy Urbiss with some Florida Keys lobsters. Florida Gator Hunting nice one bagged by Jory, Natalie and Ethan.

Joe Zsembik caught this 30 lb Wahoo fishing the Halifax Sport Fishing Club August kingfish tournament. Joe was fishing 3 miles from the beach and 5 miles south of Ponce Inlet aboard the boat Coconut.

Allen with his great grandson Noah age 7 caught this nice kingfish during the HSFC kingfish tournament.

By: Desiree’ Harbster and Capt Lynda Hawkins

https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/

The importance of saltwater recreational fishing

Saltwater recreational fishing (fishing for sport or pleasure) is an integral part of American coastal life. From Maine to Guam, striped bass to ulua, recreational fishing is both a cultural cornerstone and an important economic driver in the United States. In 2017, 8.6 million saltwater anglers took 202 million fishing trips generating $73.8 billion in sales impacts, $41.5 billion in value-added impacts, $24.7 billion in income impacts, and supporting 487,000 U.S. jobs.

In 2009, NOAA Fisheries began an initiative to strengthen our partnership with the recreational fishing community. Though this initiative, in February 2015 we released the Saltwater Recreational Fisheries Policy to help guide agency planning, activities, and decisionmaking. Based on the policy, NOAA Fisheries created national and regional implementation plans that set the course for our recreational fisheries work.

• Saltwater Recreational Fisheries Policy

• National and Regional Saltwater Recreational Fisheries Implementation Plans

The science behind recreational fisheries management

From stock assessments to economic analyses of fishing and its impact, NOAA Fisheries uses scientific data to guide our policies and fisheries management.

• The Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP) is the way we count and report recreational catch and effort.

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MRIP provides timely, scientifically sound estimates of recreational catch and effort. We continually collaborate with our regional partners to meet the data needs of the recreational fishing community.

• Stock assessments are critical to marine resource management. They describe the past and current status of a fish population, answer questions about the size of the stock, and help predict how the fishery will respond to management measures.

MRIP data combined with stock assessments and other information help guide recreational fishery managers and ensures appropriate measures are taken to rebuild fisheries if needed.

How do we manage recreational fisheries?

U.S. fisheries management is guided by several laws, including the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA), Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), and Endangered Species Act (ESA).

U.S. fisheries management is a collaborative and evolving process of science, management, innovation, and partnership with the fishing industry. The three pillars of fisheries management—science, management, and enforcement—are designed to prevent overfishing, quickly stop overfishing when it occurs, and rebuild overfished stocks.

Who is responsible for managing recreational fisheries?

NOAA Fisheries works with the eight regional fishery management councils on fisheries issues in their region. The councils are responsible for developing fishery management plans and rebuilding plans, selecting fishery management options, and setting annual catch limits. We also work closely with the Atlantic, Gulf, and Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commissions and the states to collect data and manage fisheries resources in shared coastal regions.

The HSFC September 21st seminar will feature guest speaker Captain Dustin Smith with New Smyrna Beach Shark Hunters. Captain Dustin Smith and his team of professionals have over 30 years of combined shark fishing experience. They only have one thing on their minds when they go out, catching and tagging Sharks! He will talk about the fishing options if you’d like to catch a shark and also how to cook a shark.

October 19th the club welcomes back Dave Farlow as the guest speaker on kayak fishing. Dave is the former owner and operator of’ Salty Dawg Outfitters in Ormond Beach. He has kayaked fished the area for 15 years and does guided fishing trips. Dave will discuss how to set up your kayak for successful fishing and techniques to catching Red Fish, Sea Trout, Snook, and a variety of other species.

A brief business meeting will be at 7:00 PM and the seminar at 7:30 PM at 3431 S. Ridgewood Avenue, Port Orange. All seminars are free and open to the public. For more information go to the H.S.F.C. web site, Facebook or contact Wil Evans Programs Director at (386) 566-0601 or online at programs@hsfc. com.

will be held Saturday, September 9th at Bushman Park, 4545 Spruce Creek Road, Port Orange. Kids ages 5-15 are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. The clinic will teach kids about fishing rules, regulations, safety, knots, cast netting, and conservation. All bait and tackle will be provided. A free rod and reel will be given to the first 100 kids that complete the clinic and fishing on the lake afterwards. Register online at hsfc.com.or contact Gina Hesch at 505-709-8413.

R E E S E M I N A R S

An out of towner and his first time fishing changed his life forever. This kingfish was caught off the Dunlawton Bridge in Port Orange on bait from E & J Bait & Tackle.

Sabastian aka Capt Sabi always catching his snooks on live shrimp from his favorite bait shop E&Js in Port Orange. Stop by and get your picture with the BIG Shark!!

Caden Blount with Boat & Yacht Masters of Florida caught this spotted sea trout while Kayak fishing the Indian River in NSB area. Boat & Yacht Masters has experience in Engine Maintenance and Service, Electrical, Corrosion Control, Plumbing & Sanitation Systems, Air Conditioning, Detailing and Dive Services. (386) 3858413 Daytona Beach.

During the Old South Kingfish Tournament Rivers Leary and his mom Erica caught this nice 17lb kingfish out of Ponce Inlet area.

Photo courtesy of Granada Pier Bait & Tackle in Ormond.