Fishing Blog – Page 3

Blanking..

I went perch fishing yesterday and conditions were ideal. Mild, dank and just a soft breeze that tickled a steady fall of leaves from the beeches. I had planned to fish a new venue but having arrived at my friend Chris’ house for a 0630 cup of tea, we made a late call to goContinue reading “Blanking..”

Countryfile Magazine article: In defence of Angling

Anglers are misunderstood creatures. Rather than curmudgeonly misfits, we are proud custodians of our waterways, says Kevin Parr As in every walk of life, there are a handful of anglers who give the pastime a bad name. But for every litterer or poacher there are dozens of like minded souls who regard the environment inContinue reading “Countryfile Magazine article: In defence of Angling”

Perch….

Is there a more perfect late autumn fish than a perch? All stripes and prickles with fins dipped in liquid saffron and a burly bristle both in and out of the water. When they are small they are greedy and competitive, swallowing worms as long as themselves and scattering minnows. The older fish, those whoContinue reading “Perch….”

Winter Angling

I love fishing in winter. It can be hard to find the motivation on a cold, dark morning, but once outside the cold air knocks the slumber from you and puts a distinct spring in your step. Providing you are dressed appropriately and have adequate tea making facilities to hand, a winter’s day is toContinue reading “Winter Angling”