Refreshing Rivers Carpathon 2026

This event will be held at The Cape, Jerilderie.

What to expect:

Enjoy a leisurely Saturday morning wetting a line, with the chance to win some fantastic prizes.

·       Register for the event at the YACTAC gazebo on the morning of the event

·       Choose your favourite spot to fish

·       Bring your catch to YACTAC staff to be measured throughout the event

·       Enjoy a BBQ lunch with refreshments at 1pm

·       Presentations to take place over lunch

·       Learn about future plans for The Cape

What to bring:

·       Weather appropriate attire (including suncream and bug spray)

·       Fishing gear and your favourite carp-catching bait

·       Chairs

·       Snacks and refreshments to enjoy while you are fishing

·       A couple of dollars to purchase some tickets in the raffle (proceeds to Jerilderie Fishing Club).

When:

·       Saturday 21st of March 2026 from 9.00am – 1.00pm

Where:

·       The Cape, Cape Road, Jerilderie

RSVP

·       This is a free event but please register for catering purposes

·       Please RSVP by Wednesday the 18th of March 2026

Contact: Karen Luckel, YACTAC on 0437 192 444 or via email at: env@yactac.org.au

This event is a partnership between Yanco Creek and Tributaries Advisory Council Inc. and the Refreshing Rivers Project (assisted by the NSW Government through its Environmental Trust). We thank the Jerilderie Fishing Club for volunteering their time to assist with the event, and Charlie carp for donating products for the Lucky Entry Prize.

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