The importance of complete fishery records is an accepted fact and something that your committee is always striving to achieve. It not only helps to assess stock levels but also enables us to monitor fish growth. A case in point is last weeks capture of an 18.5lbs mirror carp from Sandiway Lake by Adam Whelan. It was reported at the time 'to be a fairly old fish' but on a closer check of our records it was only stocked in May this year at exactly 16lbs, an incredible increase of 2.5lbs in five months. The photos below show Adam's capture, and the same fish on the day it was stocked. The unique scale patterns on mirror carp make them easy to identify.
For the record a further 25 carp were introduced to the small lake on Friday last, 24 commons and 1 mirror, all in the 6 to 8lbs range. As a point of interest they originate from the Leney strain the same as the original Redesmere fish.
We also stocked 300 small tench in the 6 to 8inch bracket into Ackers Pit where hopefully they will add to the variety of sport in this small fishery when it is eventually reopened. Their introduction certainly generated local interest, especially amongst non-anglers, some of whom were children who I would think may possibly be members of the future. Who knows? More stocking will take place presently of roach, rudd, cruciens, perch, and gudgeon.
Despite the fact that rain stopped play on our rivers last week, members who were booked on the Mersey match on Sunday were not complaining when their event was flooded out and transferred to Appleton Reservoir. Thirteen anglers decided to make the crossover and were rewarded with a total weight of 184lbs using a variety of methods. Winner Martin Griffiths used an 8 metre whip to hand for a net of plump roach for 25-6-0, whereas Neil Buist was runner up with 18-5-0 caught on the feeder. The word is that some members would prefer the Mersey to be in flood every week.
A new mid-week member only Mersey match series starts today, run by Harry Morris the draw is 10am near the garages at Kingsway Bridge. Please respect local residents and park sensibly.
Talking to our local River Wye bailiff he reckons that the fishing this year has been better than ever with good catches of barbel to over 12lbs, along with some cracking chub. Anglers targeting the roach and dace have also not been disappointed with the additional excitement of larger species latching on to their bait and really putting their light tackle to the test.
The Bridgewater Canal is providing some pike action with good numbers of fish in the 8 to 10lbs range, but some larger fish have been hooked and lost. One worrying incident is that two anglers, probably not members and poaching, have been reported trolling behind a dingy using an electric outboard motor. Any information please contact me or the police immediately.
Please let me have your catch reports on 01928 716238 FAX 01928713898 or e-mail frank@warrington-anglers.org.uk.
HQ Parker Street will be open as usual on Friday evening between 7 & 9-30pm for subscriptions, new members, etc.
Results:
Mersey Series (Cancelled due to floods and fished on Appleton Reservoir)
1) Martin Griffiths 25-6-0
2) Neil Buist 18-5-0
3) Ross Whiteman 17-2-0
4) Barry Chambers 15-4-0
Coming Events:
THURSDAY
Mersey Mid-week Series draw 10am Garages adjacent Kingsway Bridge.
SUNDAY
Mersey Series draw 9a m Victoria Park
MONDAY
Disabled & Over 60's draw 10.30a.m Stockton Heath British Legion
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