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nicozzie
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Introduction - Hello all

Post by nicozzie » Mon Feb 24, 2020 12:24 pm

Hi everyone,

I have been lurking here for a few weeks, as my 6 year old daughter is now asking me pretty much every day:
"Hey Dad, how many days left before we go fishing" ?

and because I know by experience that this is a souvenir that can mark her forever, I am preparing to try to make this a great experience (as much as possible...).
I do remember very well (eventhough I have a flaky memory) my Dad, who had no clue himself, trying to take me fishing. I don't remember catching any fish, I just know it made me happy. I was also picking up sea ursins with my grand parents and eating them directly, which is another great memory.

Since then, I have always had the will to do more fishing, but never really had the opportunity ... so now it is time ! :bn:

I am pretty much starting from scratch, so I am going to scan what's available here about Kids & Beginner and do a post with the questions left.

Last but not least, I am only in Australia since 2013 (from France - Marseille) so please excuse my English in case you read something that does not make sense :o_0: .

cheers!

:ft:

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Re: Introduction - Hello all

Post by Mattblack » Mon Feb 24, 2020 12:41 pm

Bonjour, mon ami!
Where abouts are you wanting to go fishing?

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Post by nicozzie » Mon Feb 24, 2020 1:11 pm

bonjour :gj:

I have no idea, really ...

It is about finding a spot :
- within 30/45 mn from my place ( Malvern East)
- where I can Park
- where the fishing is simple with a kids / doesn't require specific technique
- where I have a chance to have a few bites so the kids stay interested

So far I was looking at St Kilda Pier as an option - but I not sure of our chances outside catching jelly fish...
- at this point of my searches ( working on a post at the moment), it looks like Albert Park lake could be a viable option as well ?

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Post by Sebb » Mon Feb 24, 2020 1:59 pm

Welcome to the forum.
Albert Park can be a bit tricky with all the weed. And F1 soon.
Pier fishing is generally good such as St Kilda pier, princess pier, lagoon pier, Brighton pier.
You can buy pre-made rigs too, to make things easier.
Go to a tackle shop and ask what's best. Easier to show than type.
Karkarook is good, family friendly, but can be outfished a lot.
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Post by purple5ive » Mon Feb 24, 2020 2:02 pm

welcome,
nothing beats fishing with your own kids/parents.
i will reply about spots in your other thread.
cheers

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Post by fishingvic » Mon Feb 24, 2020 6:58 pm

Welcome to the forum nicozzie!

I have a 5 year old daughter myself. She always asks "Dad, when are we going fishing"?

My recommendation would be Middle Brighton Pier for a beginner as it's not as crowded with tourists as St Kilda Pier can be.

Plus it's only around a 17 minute drive from Malvern East!

https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Malvern ... 083024!3e0

Good luck and let us know how you go or if you need any further tips?
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Post by nicozzie » Tue Feb 25, 2020 9:14 pm

Thank you guys for your warm welcome and advices.


Everything going well, I hope I'll become a regular to this place :)

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