Canberra Carp-Out
The Carp-Out is targeted as a family-friendly fishing event, suitable for both experienced and novice recreational anglers. It is designed as a fun day, with education also a high priority. The objectives of the event are to:
- Promote recreational fishing in the ACT and fishing in general;
- Educate anglers on the impacts of European Carp and Redfin Perch on native fish and their habitats
- Introduce new people to the sport of fishing;
- Have a bit of fun while removing introduced pest fish from the lake;
- Raise funds for stocking of native fish into Canberra’s lakes and ponds;
- Raise funds to allow the Canberra Fishermans Club to actively promote fishing through running events;