My Goddaughter has shown an interest in trying fishing. So her mum has asked me to take her when it warms up a bit.
Where do I start with an 8 year old? I was thinking of a local commercial lake which has a family lake. Which is shallow and packed with roach tench and carp up to about 5lbs. It's the type of place where it' almost more difficult not to catch fish.
My real problem is in terms of gear. If I buy a cheap child's rod. I'm worried that a 5lb carp might break it. My usual float rods are cumbersome in terms of length.
Can anyone recommend a short manageable rod which will allow for some give but be durable enough for the task (bonus points if it comes in pink)
Also any general advice or tips welcome.
Cheers,
Where do I start with an 8 year old? I was thinking of a local commercial lake which has a family lake. Which is shallow and packed with roach tench and carp up to about 5lbs. It's the type of place where it' almost more difficult not to catch fish.
My real problem is in terms of gear. If I buy a cheap child's rod. I'm worried that a 5lb carp might break it. My usual float rods are cumbersome in terms of length.
Can anyone recommend a short manageable rod which will allow for some give but be durable enough for the task (bonus points if it comes in pink)
Also any general advice or tips welcome.
Cheers,