Releasing freshly caught fish is a totally new concept for fishermen in Aitutaki. Seven local fishermen and prospective fishing guides practised the principle of 'catch-and-release' as part of a sport fishing workshop conducted by SPC and the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) in Aitutaki (16–23 June). The workshop was part of a larger training programme aimed at building an initial pool of certified sport fishing guides to support the development of tourism-based sport fishing in Aitutaki.
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