WIRFerence is launched! WIRF
Cara Cummings
Embracing what the WIRF network stands for, it was the culmination of all the individual strengths of our wonderful Leaders that undoubtedly proved successful for the very first (and now, inaugural) WIRFerence. This conference-style event showcased an array of workshops, clinics, guest speakers, educational talks, and specialised stallholders, all in the aim to upskill, teach, and encourage not just women, but all attendees to improve their fishing prowess. The event was well attended, and many walked
The WIRF team superstars. of WIRF, Jo Starling, who gave a most empowering and heartfelt talk on her fishing story and ran a series of casting clinics throughout the day. WIRF Mentor Shea Bloom, shares her involvement in the day: “Our first WIRFerence
Young Zara showing off her catch using new rigs they received.
Amy and Niki during their filleting demo. away with showbags, prizes and an appetite to catch more fish! Highlights of the day
Filleting, and cooking demos, fly tying and necklace knot tying workshops, female fishing
industry and women in fishing. Julia Menzies was kept on her toes and was a wonderful MC for the
Marian (far Left) with the Australian Ladies Fly Fishing team in Norway.
Dorothy Cremona was the lucky winner of a Ladies Fishing Charter at San Remo, generously donated by WIRF leader and charter operator, Amanda Keilar (@fishing_nanna). included a fishing hub with educational stands, saltwater, freshwater and Game fishing clinics, 100
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apparel fashion show, fishing simulators and plenary sessions which gave a little insight to the
day and we were incredibly grateful to be graced with the presence of fishing identity and huge supporter
Shea and Michelle J presenting their game fishing clinic.
