WATCH A NZ KAYAK FISHING SHOW
TIPS, FISHING TECHNIQUES, KAYAK WORKSHOPS, HOW TO READ A FISH FINDER, NZ DESTINATIONS & MORE!

THE 2018 ANNUAL KAYAK FISHING CLUB GET TOGETHER

This years event was the best so far with a number of original club members making it plus plenty of new faces. This meant our biggest yet with over 175 persons attending. The forecast once again proved challenging however on the day conditions allowed some to fish along the western side of Coromandel Peninsula with most choosing to go to the eastern side also. The result was plenty of fish species being caught and this was evident at weigh in with large queues and some fantastic fish coming in.

This was our 11th get together and the vibe this year made it something special. Right from the beginning it was clear that all who attended were here to make the most of Coromandel's fantastic kayak fishing opportunities as well as having plenty of fun. During weigh in there was lots of friendly banter and laughs a plenty with a number of stories entertaining all who watched on. Special thanks to Bronee and Miranda for assisting with weigh in which made things go smoothly as this year we had many people bringing in their catch with a steady run from 3 to 5 pm.

During lead up to the evening dinner and prize giving it was great to see every person enjoying each others company. One of the special highlights is the family atmosphere with a number of children attending and it was awesome to see them having just as much fun as the adults. Its a very unique experience with a bunch of real people coming along to make the most of the social side this event is well known for.

It was also great to have Craig Robinson from Pure Fishing one of our longest sponsors to the event competition who was on hand to talk with anyone wanting to discuss softbait fishing. The food was amazing once again with everyone contributing to what was a massive feed.

Special mention should go to Mike Bell who cooked the meat on his specially made BBQ spit roast. Also Nathan for lending a hand on the BBQ and the team who worked in the kitchen and without this the event would not be what it is. The range of food on offer is what really makes this event so unique and special.

Once again there was a huge amount of prizes up for grabs with even more on offer this year. A special mention needs to be given to BLA NZ the distributor of Humminbird fish finders who have now locked in major prizes for every year.

Most people who attended went home with something and this is down to the generosity of the supporters to this event. Without this the free fishing competition wouldn't be possible and many are long term contributors.

Aquanaut NZ – Sharkskin/Neptune

ARM – Phoenix Kayak

Anglers Lodge

BLA – Humminbird

Beachwheels NZ - Wheelez

Coromandel Oyster Company

Coromandel Fishing Charters

Composite Developments - Okuma

EBOP Kayak Fishing Club

Harbour View Electrical Whakatane

Papa Aroha Holiday Park

Pure Fishing – Abu Garcia/Berkley