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River in flood didn’t even fish

Cold rainy day, river very swollen but still managed a few bites and fights but only 1 grayling landed.

1 Grayling

River high (.77 on the Byron gauge) and running fast. Could only find one fisherble swim but had a steady mornings sport until I was joined by an Otter at lunchtime, this put an end to my days fishing but he seemed to be doing quite well!

2 Trout, 6 Grayling

4 Chub

Beautiful area of the lugg and a well maintained beat!

1 Grayling

No fish but I have some observations. As a local native I’ve fished this beat since the eighties when it was a private syndicate. and it’s as tranquil as ever. The river was in slight flood and above the weir base wall level - which is the best level for any fishing. It’s concerning to see the wye minnow dwindling. This is a problem in the food chain.

In addition a number of cormorants also need to be controlled by the EA as they’re invasive, kill salmon pink and are unruly in these parts. They will also kill the trees with droppings, in time, ruining the banks and leading to erosion.

On the plus side it was great to be watched by otters and watch the kingfishers. Looks like the mink have gone also ( possibly otter population drove them out) as they were the top river vermin in the eighties and nineties.

A great day out as ever.

Can’t wait to be back.

Keep up the good work WUF.!

The river was well up and in good flow which made for careful wading. The fish were scarce and only some trout were tempted by the nymphs I used. A lovely day to be out though.

3 Trout

1 chub, no barbel. Cold start after overnight drop in temp. Glorious weather today. Meat on a running ledger rig.

1 Chub

Lovely day, but no fish. River in spate and very muddy so didn't expect much. The trip was more a new year escape and a chance to try out new kit- on this measure, it was a great success!

1 Chub