By Harrison Fisher – Staff Reporter

The Jonathan Law Fishing Club had its first meeting in Mr. Morazzini’s classroom on October 7 in Room 199B.

Morazzini, the advisor of the Fishing Club, has been running the club for several years. Fishing is his passion and he is excited to pass it on to the students at Law. Mr. Morazzini was also optimistic during the meeting and outlined several fishing opportunities to be had this school year. 

“We had a good turnout this year, and it is nice to have the fishing club back,” Morazzini said. “The thing I’m looking forward to most is getting outdoors to fish with all of the students. I really enjoy fishing with all of the students. One fish I hope everybody catches this year is the striped bass.  It would be nice for students to get an experience reeling in a striped bass fish.” 

This year’s first Fishing Club trip was on Monday, November 1. All students participating in the trip met at Anchor Beach in Milford. Each member had to bring their own fishing rod and bait to fish.

Morazzini reinforced the expectations during the fishing excursion. Of course, safety was a priority. 

In past years, there has been a mix of freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors on these fishing trips.  This year, there are 10 students signed up for the club.  

Senior leaders Dan Folloni and Berat Genc have been out in our school community recruiting new members and advertising the club on Eagle Eye News.

Some of the current seniors reported catching a variety of fish on the first trip. They also reported that Long Island Sound is in good shape, the water is clean, and the fish are healthy.

Folloni said is excited to see what is in store for the club this year.

“I have high hopes fore the Fishing Club this year,” Folloni said. “We have a lot of kids, so it should fun. I’m looking forward to learning some new techniques, so I can catch more fish.”  

Genc is also excited to meet new members of the club.

“It is nice to have everyone back,” Genc said. “COVID-19 really affected the Fishing Club. Now, I am looking forward to more trips, meeting some new people, learning about the Marine life in our area, and catching a lot of fish.”

Genc said this year promises to be a great time and he encouraged students to “cast out” of their comfort zone and think about joining the Fishing Club.