Introduced by Steve Starling, this new release DVD, is a documentary about the life and times of Vic McCristal, the person many regard as being our founding father of sportfishing and outdoor journalism in this country. This is the story of a man who helped pioneer our nation's love for outdoors adventure and fishing generally. More importantly Vic McCristal was a driving force in creating the sportfishing ethos so many of us share today.
His writing set a benchmark of quality that influenced most fishing literature of its time. McCristal’s books, articles and concepts changed the way Australians fish, and unknown to most his legacy will continue to influence many future fishing generations. This film gives an intimate understanding of the man, making us more aware of our recreational fishing roots and this mans due status in our countries history.
His writing set a benchmark of quality that influenced most fishing literature of its time. McCristal’s books, articles and concepts changed the way Australians fish, and unknown to most his legacy will continue to influence many future fishing generations. This film gives an intimate understanding of the man, making us more aware of our recreational fishing roots and this mans due status in our countries history.
To have this broader understanding of our sportfishing roots, and especially our unique fishing pioneers creates many benefits for our sports future. It builds a stronger sport identity, encourages a more united direction and more meaningful sport ethics. Not to mention the considerable inspiration and role modeling that pioneers like Vic McCristal would give to all who participate in our exciting way of life.
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