November 2023

Rain and more rain mixed with some pretty strong winds! That sums up the weather recently pretty well. However, between this terrible weather (and also during for those who have been brave enough to join us) there has been some really great fishing. We are regularly hearing how the fish are fighting hard and putting up a good account for themselves.

The Lakes are now all full as you would expect and water temperatures are nice and cold. The fish are still being caught on a good mix of flies and techniques with Blue Flash Damsel in both black and olive and Cats Whiskers probably being the most common. However good results are still being had on smaller flies and nymphs as well as dry daddies when the weather allows.

The second of our League matches has now taken place during some of the aforementioned terrible weather. Thankfully we had a good number of competitors still join Mark and Lorraine on the day (Danni and myself were thinking of you all whilst enjoying the weather and sangria in Fuerteventura). Despite the conditions which included high and coloured water in Brick lake as well as rain and strong winds, the competition was won by Ray Burt with a 4 fish bag totalling 11lb 10oz, well done Ray. Second place went to Chad Goymer and third Mark Leeves. Well done and thanks go to all those who continue to join us with this competition. Special thanks also goes to the sponsors of the League - Long Man Brewery, Lost Lake Fly, Flyfishing Journal and Snowbee.

We have now set a date for our annual Festive Competition. As in previous years this competition is a very relaxed and friendly event with Bacon rolls served at 8.30am with peg draw for a walk off start – fishing from 9am to 1pm.  Catch and move at least 2 swims to allow fair angling for all. After the weigh-in, lunch will be served consisting of jacket potatoes served with cheese, beans and coleslaw. Followed by trophy presentation for 1st and 2nd place (total bag weight).

We hope to see as many of you as possible in the run up to Christmas, the kettle is on and the log burner lit!

Tight Lines

Phil