Youth & Fishing

(Phippsburg, ME - August 12, 2007) 

The organizers of the 17 Rivers Striper Tournament are promoting youth and family involvement in this years September striper tournament. To encourage family and youth participation in outdoor activities and in particular fishing, a special discount offer applies for parents and mentors. When adults register for the tournament, the parent / mentor can also register a child in the junior division for FREE. Your child will get plenty of fresh air and exercise while learning about nature, boating and fishing. It’s a fun family oriented activity that promises great memories.

According to U S Fish & Wildlife, “more than 50 million children and adults enjoy the sport of fishing in America”. Fishing represents a great opportunity to get kid’s off the couch or away from a computer screen and actively participating in a fun outdoor family activity.

CDC research indicates “nearly 1 in 10 children living in Maine have not participated in a vigorous or moderately physical activity in the last 7 days”. The health of our children suffer due to such inactivity. Research by Stanford University shows “13% of children ages 6-11, and 14% of children ages 12 -19 are over weight. Fishing is a recreational activity that represents a healthy form of exercise which tournament organizers are promoting.

Engaging children in outdoor activities like fishing is a great way for families to spend time together and learn about the environment, nature and boating. Maine’s IF&W program Hooked On Fishing Not On Drugs  espouses the benefits of these types of activities which “create fun memories that will last a life-time”.

For additional information or for a Tournament Fact sheet (MS Word), please contact Mr. Robert Fernald - Event Organizer.