Mayor Rocío Adame Muñoz of Rosarito led the official opening of the fifth “Clínica de Pesca Deportiva Infantil” (Children’s Sport Fishing Clinic) this Saturday. The program is an initiative of Baja California’s Department of Fishing and Aquaculture (SEPESCA), led by Alma Rosa García Juárez.
Mayor Rocío Adame Pleased to See Young People Enjoy Sport Fishing
The mayor expressed her delight at the strong turnout of boys and girls, joined by their families, participating in this enriching activity.
“It fills me with joy to see so many young people learning and enjoying sport fishing. This activity fosters crucial skills such as self-esteem, patience, and concentration. It also instills a sense of responsibility and provides them with a valuable opportunity to connect with nature,” the municipal president said.
Meanwhile, the head of the state’s SEPESCA, Alma Rosa García Juárez, emphasized that this edition is being held as a heartfelt tribute to Professor Dolores Adame Muñoz, who dedicated her life to the education of children and teenagers, leaving an indelible legacy after her passing this past January.
“Professor Dolores Adame Muñoz was a passionate advocate for education, with a strong philosophy of critical pedagogy. Her vision drove the Nueva Escuela Mexicana (New Mexican School) and promoted autonomous, contextualized teaching for her students,” García Juárez noted.
Nemesio Salazar Vázquez, member of the “TJ Fishing Club,” highlighted local talent, sharing that Playas de Rosarito has six selected young participants, one of whom will compete at the state level with sights set on the national tournament. Additionally, three outstanding Rosarito native girls will take part in the “Queens of the Sea” competition in the municipality of San Quintín.
Salazar Vázquez explained that the Children’s Sport Fishing Clinic is a free workshop designed exclusively for boys and girls aged 6 to 12, who must attend with a parent or guardian. Each participant receives a certificate endorsed by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) and a “fishing passport,” which grants access to theoretical and practical training.
At the clinic, young participants received detailed instructions on basic sport fishing equipment, the importance of environmental conservation, essential knot-tying techniques, and casting practices with rods and reels.
In line with IGFA’s philosophy, this initiative aims to promote respect for the natural environment, healthy coexistence, understanding of regulations, and fair competition among the new generation of sport fishing.
