EVERYONE can remember the first fish they caught, whether it be was cracker bream or monster mulloway.
The excitement, in many cases, leads to a lifetime of recreational fishing.
To my way of thinking, going fishing and camping with friends and family has many positives, even if you do not catch a fish.
Young four-year-old Ardi Border might not realise it yet, but he is fortunate to have strong family links to both the coast and the bush.
Growing up, Ardi will have all Port Stephens has to offer, which is amazing – boating, fishing the beaches, visiting the islands, snorkeling, lobstering, surfing, exploring and learning.
In the bush, the inland river systems are alive with cod and the dams are crawling with crayfish. The birds and wildlife are on show every day of the week. Like the coast, there is so much to do and to learn.
I was fortunate, in my younger days, to be a part of a small central NSW community – Gilgandra.
Coming originally from Tweed Heads, moving west to teach school was a cultural experience.
I have never forgotten the adventures I had, the lessons I learnt and the people I met.
How privileged I was to have been a part of both worlds.
This is all in front of Ardi.
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