June 7 event will launch 10 vision-impaired youth on an angling adventure

Carson, Calif.??????June 2, 2009??????On June 7, 2009, Rice Bowl Charters of Carson, California, and Islander Charters of San Diego, California, are teaming up to host a half-day sport fishing trip for 10 vision-impaired kids and their families from the San Diego Braille Institute. Christened the "Imagine Trip," it will be a truly incredible event for everyone involved.

"As I began planning this event, I could only imagine what it would be like to go sport fishing as a visually-impaired youth," said Fred Morioka, president of Rice Bowl Charters and the trip organizer.

"The salty smell of the ocean water, the mingling sounds of the boat engine and the seagulls and sea lions and finally, the feeling of that deep-sea rod in your hands and the amazing moment when you hook a fish and experience the challenge of the catch. Trying to imagine what would go through the minds of these kids inspired not just the name, but the complete tone of the event. We want to give them an experience that's both unforgettable and unique to the culture of San Diego."

The Imagine sportfishing trip kicks off at 7:30 a.m. with breakfast for the San Diego Braille Institute youth and their families at Hudson Bay Seafood Restaurant at 1403 Scott Street in San Diego. At 9 a.m. sharp, the Imagine Trip launches from adjacent Fisherman's Landing at 2838 Garrison Street. On board Islander Charters' deluxe 88-foot-by-24-foot boat, the kids will learn the aspects of angling from Islander's superb sport fishing crew and enjoy a delicious catered lunch organized by Rice Bowl Charters. The boat is scheduled to return to port at 4 p.m. after an exciting day filled with fishing fun and aquatic adventure.

Rice Bowl Charters and Islander Charters wish to thank these sponsors for their generous donations that made this trip possible:
?Ģ Shimano??????rods and reels
?Ģ Fisherman's Landing??????fishing tackle
?Ģ Casta Design, Accurate, Tady Lures, MC Swimbaits and Calstar??????custom t-shirts and hats
?Ģ Hudson Bay Seafood??????breakfast
?Ģ Springbok Bar and Grill??????gift certificates
?Ģ California Highway Patrol??????assistance with the event
?Ģ Let's Talk Hook Up and 976tuna.com??????advertising

About Rice Bowl Charters

Rice Bowl Charters of Carson, California, is a sport fishing trip agency specializing in custom fishing trips for the deep-sea angler. Aboard Islander Charters' boat, Rice Bowl Charters arranges all the amenities and comforts, including permits, catered gourmet meals and refreshments, and fish cleaning. For your next adventure visit our website at www.ricebowlcharters.com

About Islander Charters

Based in scenic San Diego, California, Islander Charters provides aquatic adventures to Baja California and the Channel Islands aboard its boat, the 88-foot-by-24-foot deluxe sportfisher, the Islander. Under the watchful eyes of its captains Shane Slaughter and John Conniff, Islander Charters provides safe, exciting ocean excursions, including great white shark dives, sport fishing, free diving and eco-adventures. Visit www.islander-charters.com for more information.

Media Contact:
Barbara Stracner
Public Communications Worldwide
Tel. 714-891-3660
bstracner@pc-w.com

Trip day contact and information:
Fred Morioka
Rice Bowl Charters
Cell: 323-823-4780