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Kayak Fishing Melbourne - Soft Plastics and Jigs

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Kayak fishing is a great recreational activity!  This tour gives you insight into local species and techniques, shows you some fantastic local sites for fishing, whether you are new to kayak fishing or just want some local knowledge.  Why not come and try our Melbourne Kayak Fishing tour - pedal and paddle - drift and troll!  

All our course and training bookings are now on our new Fareharbour booking site (as 3 hour Private Tuition) - link here

Location: City of Bayside Melbourne Vic - Hampton Pier, Half-Moon Bay or Ricketts Point (Beaumaris Sailing Club) - location dependant on the weather

Time: Our tour can run at various time of the day, depending on availability, weather and your preference! Start times depend on sunrise and sunset times - we will confirm prior. At present approximate times are:

Dawn – approx. 5:30am (To be confirmed)
Dusk - 5:30pm

Duration: 3 hours

Inclusions:

  • Kayaks and all safety equipment - Hobie Evolution 13
  • Anchor
  • Rod and reel, line and leader
  • Plastics and jigs
  • Spray jacket

Target Species: Flat Head, Squid and Pinkies (juvenile Snapper)! 
Depth: 5m+ (shallow waters)

What to wear and bring -Clothing and equipment

  • Dress warmly - avoid cotton!
  • Thermals, fleece, footwear and hat are a must! Wetsuits are a good idea in the colder months. Spare thermals & raincoat are useful when off the water. See the Registration pack for more details of what to bring
  • Head torch (dawn and dusk)
  • Fishing Licence -  NB You must have your Victoria Fishing Licence on your person – this is not supplied be East Coast Kayaking. See link to purchase a fishing licence
  • We recommend you bring your own fishing equipment but we can provide
  • Parking money if you don't have a Bayside Beach Parking Permit  - parking at Half Moon Bay boat ramp or Beaumaris Sailing Club

When you arrive: Park at designated location, help unload trailer and set up kayaks, get dressed, briefing, head out for a Pedal/paddle, drift and possible anchor,  work a combination of plastics and jigs,  and enjoy the scenery 

We also run a Kayak Fishing Course during the spring/summer months

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Kayak Fishing Starter courses http://www.eastcoastkayaking.com/KayakFishingCourses.htm Fishing on your Kayak, the right way Kayak fishing is one of the biggest growing kayaking disipline. While its fun and exhilarating catching your fish, there's a strong need to learn the saftey aspects before heading out to fish from your sit-on-top kayak. There are lots of reasons to fish from a sit-on-top kayak: No need for fuel up your boat You can launch your kayak and fish in loacations not accessible to power boats, Perfect way to unwind a few hours after work The sit-on-top kayak offers a great work platform to catch the big fish! We provide you the essential kayak skills that's necessary to paddle a mechanical kayak. Kayak fishing safety courses are: 1 day course at our training center, 37 Jetty Road Sandringaham, Victoria Great course to learn about Kayak fishing 'more safely and efficently'. The Program Outline Kayak Fishing Starter Course Appropriate clothing for cold and warm condtions Boat design Choosing the right kayak Efficient methods of turning and steering your kayak Efficient forward paddling techniques Stopping, reversing and making your kayak go sideways Effects of tides and wind The low support stroke C-C motion / hip flick Self rescues, assisted rescues/ Wet exits Towing methods involving two or more paddlers Trip planning Group management skillsgroup discussion Equipment, first aid kits, marine safty equipment
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