23rd March 2021 Warrington Anglers Association Guardian Notes

23rd March 2021 Warrington Anglers Association Guardian Notes

The Bridgewater Canal seems to be producing lots of small roach,
although sport is still patchy. Dave Shaw put together a catch of
thirty roach on Tuesday taken on maggot and pinkie on the pole at 2.5
to 3metres. Others in the area struggled. A few pike still showing but
mainly jacks plus a few perch.

This past week carp have been almost conspicuous by their absence at
Appleton Reservoir with just the odd one reported. However, the roach
have been feeding really well with Andy Wilkinson on Thursday having a
catch of 15 to 20lbs taken in four hours on quiver-tipped red maggot
with a few better fish on corn. Another member enjoyed a similar catch
the same day.

Ade Green struggled at Grey mist on Sunday but his persistence paid
off when he landed a male tench of 6-5-0 taken on a running feeder rig
with two hair rigged fake red maggots. The following day rumour has it
that three of our bailiffs fished the Mist from the Ruler peg and hit
the jackpot with tench, one of them even managing to catch an 18.5lbs
carp on his first cast.

Both Matches and night fishing are allowed from Monday 29th March 2021
subject to the ongoing Covid-19 advice, social distancing,
anti-backing hands and locks to our car parks after use. Let us hope
that all members are aware of their responsibility to others. Bookings
for night fishing will be available strictly between 9am and 6pm from
Friday 26th March 2021 by text only. Full details of night fishing and
match fishing will be posted on our website and Facebook page.

Although High Legh Fishery remains closed at the moment the good news
is that the oxygen levels are now back to normal although more work is
required before it reopens. Hopefully this week there will be an
interim stocking of roach and perch. More stocking reports in next
week's column.

Our WAA Headquarters at 52, Parker Street, Warrington WA1 1LT remains
closed on Friday evenings until further notice. Members can simply
post to this address or put their book or request in an envelope with
their payment and a stamped addressed envelope, through our HQ door
where mail is collected and dealt with most days. Alternatively, you
can post to Warrington Anglers Association PO. Box 71, Warrington WA1
1LR where mail is collected weekly.

Despite the small turnout for the working party at Sandiway Small lake
on Saturday some essential peg improvements were made. Thanks guys.
There will be more opportunities in the near future for anyone who
missed out on this occasion.

Please park sensibly on our re-stoned car park at Appleton Reservoir
to maximise the use of the full area for the benefit of other members.
In other words, park like a professional and not like the
inconsiderate driver who parked his white car in front of our gateway
at Rixton Claypits on Tuesday blocking in a member. Thanks to everyone
who turned out this week to ensure the car park was finished before
the parking restrictions come into force on Friday 26th March 2021.

You can still renew memberships along with your night permit online
from our Warrington Anglers Association website. It works a treat on
mobile, tablet, or laptop. You must use the required numbers from both
your postcode and membership number as printed on your booklet address
label. Most tackle shops advertised in your membership book are open
for click & collect.

Reports from members, pics, or funny stories are always welcome. Email
frank@warrington-anglers.org.uk or give me a ring on 01928 716238

Frank Lythgoe

Coming Events:

MONDAY: Disabled & Over 60's Bridgewater Canal draw 9-45am Walton
Church. £5 all-in exact money only, no change given. Covid-19 rules
apply.