20th September 2011 Warrington Anglers Association Guardian Notes.
After a quiet spell the carp at Grey Mist are back on the scene with two catches reported on Saturday night, one of five fish ranging from 9 to 17lbs along with tench to 6-8-0, and another of three carp. I was chatting to our supplier Viv Shears of VS Fisheries this week and it looks like we should have some interesting specimens on the way at year end as they have really packed on weight during the summer.
Dedicated pike angler Martin Taylor put aside his predator roads for the day on Friday and dusted off his trusty vintage Mitchell 300 which along with a 12ft waggler road and half a pint of maggots was his method of attack on his trip to Fosters Pools. He enjoyed his visit and had good sport with mainly roach and perch which kept him busy throughout the session. It just goes to prove that you do not need the latest fancy tackle to enjoy the popular sport of angling.
I for once had a few hours to spare on Sunday and ended up on the Weaver at Frodsham Bridge, that is after I had battled my through dense reed growth to reach the river! I fished bolognaise method below the weir loose-feeding bronze maggots, it looked just perfect and fishy. Result zilch, and not so much as a sucked maggot. I have had a few reports of anglers catching roach, perch, and bream in the past, so would one of them please give me a ring? Incidentally our lock is now back in place on the gate but a word of warning the place is only for budding adventurers.
This week the Sunday Mersey series match was again won using the tip and groundbait feeder method, and once more large bream featured in the winning mixed bag of 14-13-2 taken by Andy Higham. Our annual members only Mersey Championship and last senior cup match of the year is being held this coming Sunday 25th September and I know that some of the regulars (experts) are away so here's your chance to snatch this prestigious trophy.
The Disabled & Over 60's match fished at Euclid Avenue saw weights drop due to the change in weather with local rod Jim Byrne needing only 3-5-8 to take the top spot. There was only an ounce separating each of the following weights.
Please keep sending me your catch reports either by phone Tel 01928 716238 or email frank@warrington-anglers.org.uk. HQ Parker Street is now open as usual between 7 & 9pm on Friday, for 2011 subscriptions, new memberships, and any queries.
Frank Lythgoe
COMING EVENTS:
SUNDAY:
Mersey Championship (members only) draw 9am Victoria Park/Weir lane
MONDAY:
Disabled & Over 60's Draw 10-30am Stockton Heath British Legion. Contact John Dagnall at Cheshire Angling 01925 635486
RESULTS:
Mersey Series
1) Andy Higham 14-13-2
2) Ste Featherstone 7-6-7
3) Paul Harding 6-7-6
4) Roy Everson 5-14-0
Disabled & Over 60's
1) Jim Byrne 3-5-8
2) Brian Lee 2-15-0
3) Barry Owen 2-14-0
4) Pete Critchley 2-13-0
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