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Gone Fishing Day - 20 October 2019

Mark the date in your calendar NOW!

NSW Gone Fishing Day is on again! And DPI will be running a host of events to celebrate our love of fishing and encourage everyone to get out on the water. It doesn't matter if you haven't fished before or if you're the keenest of anglers, Gone Fishing Day is for everyone!

Free NSW DPI community fishing events for everyone will be run in six locations across NSW on Sunday 20 October.

There is something for everyone, including beginners, who want to learn about fishing, as well as activities for the keen angler

Event Details

More details on locations and community funding opportunities to come.

For more info call (02) 4424 7417 or email gofishing.nsw@dpi.nsw.gov.au

Gone Fishing Day is supported by the Recreational Fishing Trusts and NSW DPI.

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Woman and man posing with Snappy the mascot at Gone Fishing Day 2017

Meet Snappy, our mascot for the day

Fish filleting demonstration at Gone Fishing Day 2017

Expert chefs will be on hand to demonstrate filleting and cooking your catch

Crowds at the Sydney Gone Fishing Day

Woman and man posing with Snappy the mascot at Gone Fishing Day 2017
Fish filleting demonstration at Gone Fishing Day 2017

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