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Fishing Report for Homosassa, Florida
Capt. Mike Locklear
June 1, 2006
Homosassa - Saltwater Fishing Report
Summer Means Family Fishing Fun
Celebrate National Kids Fishing Month in June!
On the Homosassa flats & Citrus County waters there are numerous opportunities to catch salt water fish. Sharks such as bonnet head, black-tip and spinner have shown up on the flats in shallow as 4 feet of water. Children love to catch sharks.
Use cut squid or mullet for bait. A 1/0 long shank hook will do well on the terminal end. A Zebco 202 is a great beginner's reel.
Read the press release below for more tips and how to make a trip enjoyable for children 8 years and younger.
TULSA, Okla. (May 31, 2006) - As schools across the country turn their students loose for the summer, many families are working on their plans for what to do during the time off.
Hooked On Fishing International (HOFI), the country's largest and oldest organizer of youth fishing events, says fishing should be considered at the top of the list because it is something that kids of all ages can enjoy.
"We're proclaiming June as National Kids Fishing Month because lots of goodthings happen in the month," said Daniel Johnson, HOFI president. "June is when thousands of communities across the country host youth fishing events, and it's the most popular month for Wal-Mart Kids All-American Fishing presented by Zebco (KAAF) activities. It is also the time that many states offer their 'free' fishing days, typically a designated weekend, when no fishing license is required. Additionally, National Fishing and Boating Week is June 3 - 11, and there are lots of hands-on festivities associated with it," he said.
Whether participating in a Wal-Mart Kids All-American Fishing derby event (visit the derby locator at the KAAF Web site, www.kids-fishing.com , to find more than 1,000 scheduled June KAAF events), or venturing off on a family outing of your own, Johnson says plan ahead. HOFI offers these ideas to make the most of the quality time together.
If youngsters under age 8 are along, include additional items to keep them entertained beyond just fishing tackle because their young minds run as fast as their legs. Things like squirt-pistols, butterfly nets, bubble makers, etc., are good options.
Make sure everyone has appropriate clothing for the day's weather forecast. An extra change of clothes or footwear is never a bad idea. Apply sunscreen before leaving home, and take the bottle along to reapply as necessary.
Take insect repellent as well, and keep in mind that using the rub-on kind after applying sunscreen will usually require a follow-up coat of the sun protectant.
Pack plenty of drinks, especially water, and nutritional snacks to cover the duration of the outing. Staying hydrated on a hot, summer day is important for health and comfort.
Make the bait selection process a family affair, and it's hard to beat live worms. And when purchasing hooks, sinkers and bobbers, it is better to think smaller instead of bigger. Small hooks, size 8 or 10, are great for catching little sunfish that are often plentiful in city park ponds, yet are still
capable of landing a big fish too.
Don't forget to bring a camera to take a picture of the 'big fish' the kids caught and capture the fun-filled family
memories.
The most important tip of all.approach the day with the intentions to make it fun for everyone. Be patient and flexible in dealing with the kids and keep an eye out for when their interest starts to wane. Call it a day before the kids tire. They'll be even more ready for the next trip if everything concludes on a positive note.
Fishing is a perfect outdoor activity for kids and families whether it's during the June National Kids Fishing Month, or anytime throughout the summer. It requires little in the way of investment, helps youth to experience and appreciate the outdoors, and most importantly, gives families something to do together.
Kids All-American Fishing's corporate partners include marquee sponsors Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Zebco, along with Banana Boat, Castrol, Eagle Claw, FishingWorld.com, FLW Outdoors, Fujifilm, Keebler, Kellogg's, Laker Fishing, Repel and Wet Ones.
HOFI, Inc., a Tulsa-Okla. company, is the country's largest organizer of youth fishing events. More than eight million youngsters and their families have participated in the program over its 19 year history at events held throughout all 50 states and at U.S. military bases as far away as England, Germany, South Korea and Japan.
Make memories that will last a life time. Take A Kid Fishing!
Endorsed by Mike Locklear
Hooked On Fishing International
10026-A South Mingo Road, #320
Tulsa, OK 74113 . (918) 459-9529
www.kids-fishing.com
Contact:
Daniel Johnson, HOFI, 918-459-9529,
[email protected]
Gary Dollahon, 1-866-743-8822, ext. 24, [email protected]
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