How lucky are the tourists these school holidays? The weather has been
perfect since it began with little to no winds and warm tropical conditions.
This has made it easier for those getting out fishing on the water and
there’s been plenty of action about.

Sadly, the Department of Fisheries have informed me that there are many
people not knowing or abiding by the rules. Please make sure you know where
the sanctuary zones are, what the size and bag limits are and know what you
are keeping. If you are unsure, it is best to let the fish go. People are
also being caught without the correct safety equipment onboard their boat.
Everyone should do a safety check before leaving for the boat ramp, so that
you don’t get caught out in a precarious situation that could be life
threatening, not to mention an embarrassing situation if you get caught by
the authorities…

David Rumball sent us this weeks’ photo of a fish he caught the northen side
of the Muiron Islands. It was in about 25-30m of water and his words were
that it was a “Good day in my book, just to see that big fella swim off”
David was using a Penn 330 reel and squid bait.

Meanwhile, Justin Howlett has been fishing the marina catching Bluebone to
4kg and an 8kg estuary cod. Kids have been seen catching bream by the
dozen, but letting them all go. Young Aiden Lerch with his brother Callum
and cousin Oliver Holmes have been on holidays from NSW. They all caught
their first squid each and Callum caught a cobia off Bundegi using some of
the hardy head bait found gathering around the Bundegi Jetty. According to
the seasonal locals, the beach fishing has been quiet, but the moon phase
and tides next week should improve this.

The EGFC is holding a rigging/knot tying and casting session on Sunday 26th
of July at Town Beach from 230pm to around 4pm. Anyone is welcome to attend
and join in on the fun! Please bring your own rod and reel spooled ,and the
EGFC will supply you with a free casting plug thanks to Bluewater Tackle
World Exmouth. If you want to stay later or bring the family, why not fire
up the BBQ on Town Beach? The afternoon session is to encourage kids to
come along and learn more about fishing, but adults are welcome to come too
and learn or teach a thing or two.