Statewide Training - Marine Discovery Centre

Fishcare training sessionThe Wild Fisheries Management Branch recently conducted a pre-recreational fishing season training weekend for Fishcare volunteers on 12-13 October 2012.

Around 35 Fishcare volunteers attended from around the State including seven new applicants who were able to gain an understanding of how Fishcare contributes to the community.  The training sessions started on Friday evening with Rod Pearn from Recreational Fisheries bringing the volunteers up to speed for the new fishing season. Other sessions were about Social Media, and an update on boat safety and a flare demonstration was given by MAST. Sessions on marine fish biology and habitat conducted the next day at the Woodbridge Marine Discovery Centre (MDC).

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