b'into fishing techniques. Sessions covered topics such as tuna targeting, surfcasting strategies, and interpreting marine electronics, reflecting the show\'s emphasis on knowledge sharing and inspiring both experienced and amateur anglers.One showgoer remarked, "The show does a great job of backing the industry and encouraging more Kiwis to get out on the water. Seeing so many young people getting excited about boating and fishing was a real highlight.The inaugural \'Twovisitor - a sentiment Hooked\' competitionechoed by many others.added a dynamic elementCulminating the event to the event. Fishing pairswas the draw for the competed in skill-basedlargest prize in the show\'s challenges, fosteringhistory: a Surtees 770 community engagementGame Fisher powered by and celebrating the passiona Yamaha F350 4.3L V6, and competitiveness ofequipped with Garmin Kiwi fishing aficionados. electronics and an Alloy-Lifestyle zones addedTech trailer. Valued at extra depth to the show,over $360,000, the with the new Fishing, Diveprize was awarded to & Travel area, and theCambridge nurse Chloe Generate KiwiSaver HubEarl, who received the drawing interest beyondcall announcing her the water. The Trailerwin on her birthday, Hub and Hutchwilcomarking a memorable Pool kept the spotlightconclusion to the show.on safety, while family- Living up to its friendly additions likereputation, the 2025 the pirate ship, bumperHutchwilco New Zealand boats, and Friday nightsBoat Show provided an George FM DJ enhancedexceptional experience the show\'s interactive andfor fishing and boating entertainment offerings. enthusiasts, highlighting This was the bestthe best in marine and boat show yet, said oneboating innovations. /FISHINGINGODZONE43'