Reccomendations for beginner

"petetop" wrote in message
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"Kes" wrote in message
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Hi all,

My 8 year old son has been nagging me about taking up fishing, like most
8 year olds he might decide after 5 minutes that it's not for him but I'd
like to give him a chance at it. It's been many years since I went
fishing as a kid and I have forgotten everything. I would like to get
some basic kit together that would allow him to give it a go perhaps at
one of the nearby canals (we live in the Midlands). Can anyone reccomend
a basic equipment list or have any tips?

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Andi
Hi
I would buy a whip to start with ( like a mini pole ). they are fairly
cheap and easy to use and he would be capable of using it straight away
without having to learn to cast as in a rod and reel. Ask your local
tackle shop for all the other bits and bobs.
Regards



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answer to your question:
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My apologies for sending advertising to this NG as I have no vested interest
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particular one just may be of help in this instance for the newcomer.

Regards,

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Andy Lawson