Richard Dixey reports on East Kent’s Masonic Fishing Charity’s recent event for local school children:
The eagerly awaited Masonic Charity Fishing Event at our new venue – Cottington Lakes near Deal – finally arrived in June. We were allocated a Lake known as Windsor. The marquee had already been set up, offering us a great vantage point overlooking the whole of the lake.
Three local schools attended the day – a total of 19 students plus their carers. We are grateful to the anglers who turned up to ensure it was a ‘one angler to one student’ arrangement. This allowed us to dedicate ourselves to helping everyone enjoy the day and learn about the fine art of angling.
As with most venues, the small, silver fish are always obliging – and lots of tiddlers were caught. The bigger fish were a little more wary, but one or two were caught by the fortunate few.
Chairman David Alexander, Past Chairman Peter Brooshooft and Assistant Provincial Grand Master Duncan Rouse were in attendance to encourage everyone involved.
At 2.30pm, David said a few kind words before handing over to Duncan to present a medal and certificate to each student for their ‘Angling Ability’. A representative of the school then delivered words of thanks to our charity before another successful day came to an end.
The charity is always looking for more anglers, and would love you to join. All tackle is supplied (but you can bring your own if you want).
Contact Keith Heard.
