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Casting & conservation with TLTL: Introducing Atlantic salmon conservation and fly fishing to the youth in Western Newfoundland

Recipient: Salmonid Preservation Association for the Waters of Newfoundland
Approved Amount: $11,000
Year Approved: 2022

SPAWN will prepare a program to present to youth in a school setting; grades 4-6. The program will be designed to introduce youth to Atlantic salmon, the importance of conservation, habitat, threats to species and the role that youth can play in the survival of Atlantic salmon. They will teach stream side safety, casting, fly tying, catch and release principles and river based stewardship.

Contact:

John McCarthy

johnmccarthy649@msn.com

709 640 2773