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Coarse Fishing News Archives - November 2005 !!
24.11.05 SALMON RESCUE ON RIVER AVON The Environment Agency has come to the rescue of dozens of stranded salmon on the River Avon near Salisbury. The fish, some weighing more than 20 lbs, were trapped in shallow pools in the river making them vulnerable................................................................................[Read More]
21.11.05 REEL DEALS EXCLUSIVE RANGE OF CARP FISHING ITEMS Reel Deals latest addition to their exclusive range is the one-man bivvy. It's compact, ultra light and a piece of cake to erect. Waterproof 190T material, one of the best is used all over. Its perfect for short 12-24 hr sessions...................................................................................[Read More]
19.11.05 RUNNING FOR CHARITY On the 23rd of April 2006 Andy from Captive Angler will once again be running the Flora London Marathon for The Disabilities Trust. Captive Angler have also arranged a carp competiton to help raise much needed funds for the Disabilities Trust..................................................................[Read More]
16.11.05 SIGNS OF WATER VOLE LIFE FOUND ON THE RIVER AXE Hot on the heels of July’s discovery of water voles living in Teignbridge, signs confirming the presence of the elusive rodents have been found on the upper reaches of the River Axe in West Dorset, close to the Devon border.....................................................................................[Read More]
15.11.05 ILLEGAL ANGLERS FINED AFTER EA BANK HOLIDAY BLITZ Thirteen anglers caught illegally fishing in Dorset in a bank holiday blitz by the Environment Agency, have been fined and ordered to pay costs totalling £2,300. Environment Agency teams carried out spot checks around the country...............................................................................[Read More]
24.11.05 - SALMON RESCUE ON RIVER AVON
The Environment Agency has come to the rescue of dozens of stranded salmon on the River Avon near Salisbury. The fish, some weighing more than 20 lbs, were trapped in shallow pools in the river making them vulnerable to poachers and predation. Their migration to upstream spawning grounds was obstructed by an un-opened hatch leaving them trapped in water little over ankle deep.
Environment Agency fisheries officers netted several salmon in a special operation yesterday [Wednesday Nov 23.] and released them safely higher up the Avon. All the salmon were mature fish in prime breeding condition. The largest weighed more than 22 lb and measured nearly 3 ft from nose to tail. Officers also opened the hatch that was causing the obstruction to increase the river flow and encourage the salmon to move up river towards their spawning grounds.
A local landowner has been contacted and reminded of the importance of operating the river hatch to assist the safe movement of salmon up the Avon. The Environment Agency was alerted by a local angling club after its members became concerned at the number of fish trapped in shallow pools.
"Large salmon were highly visible in shallow clear water making them a tempting target for poachers. These fish are important breeding stock so we decided to take immediate action after receiving unconfirmed reports of fish being illegally taken,"said Adam Davis for the Environment Agency.
The Environment Agency is mounting regular anti-poaching patrols in the Salisbury area to help protect salmon stocks.
"We think these fish had probably been waiting in Christchurch harbour until heavy rain encouraged them to move up the Avon. Salmon of this size have spent at least two winters at sea and are returning to their home river to spawn" said Mr Davis.
Historically, river levels on the Avon have been controlled by a series of hatches and sluice gates operated by riparian owners. The River Avon is a nationally important salmon river designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and candidate Special Area of Conservation (SAC) recognised for its high conservation value.
21.11.05 - REEL DEALS EXCLUSIVE RANGE OF CARP FISHING ITEMS
Bad Weather? Bring out the bivvy!
Reel Deals latest addition to their exclusive range is the one-man bivvy. It's compact, ultra light and a piece of cake to erect. Waterproof 190T material, one of the best is used all over. Its perfect for short 12-24 hr sessions & anyone thinking of buying a oval brolly for £50-£70 should reconsider. The bivvy is much better grounded and provides 100% shelter from wind and rain.
* At £29.99 its going be a big seller for Christmas.
Reel Deals already have four other exclusive items available and more are on the way.
They aim to provide the best prices in carp fishing equipment but more importantly the best value for money at the lower end. Up to 90% of sales are done on the website www.reeldeals.co.uk. That and careful worldwide sourcing allows high quality goods at such low prices.
Other items in the range are the cutting-edge DVT digital alarm (£15.99), the DTX alarm (£7.99), the Carpster carp rod (£29.99) and the Reel Deals unhooking mat (£16.99). Phone orders are taken on 01962 868717 and the website is shopping-enabled with prices and full specification.
On the 23rd of April 2006 Andy from Captive Angler will once again be running the Flora London Marathon for The Disabilities Trust. Captive Angler have also arranged a carp competiton to help raise much needed funds for the Disabilities Trust.
The Disabilities Trust is a leading national charity providing essential support services for children and young people with autism, and adults with a wide range of disabilities and special needs. Through its range of specialist accommodation, rehabilitation and personal support programmes, the Trust is making a real difference in helping them lead more fulfilling, independent lives.
Wintons Fishery in west sussex have again kindly agreed to host a massive competition spanning their entire fishery. They will be running three, 48 hour carp and catfish competitions over the same weekend of 31st march - 2nd April 2006. There are 30 spaces available to members and non members at £100 per angler. This cost includes 48 hours fishing, food and drink for your entire stay cooked fresh for you, a competition t-shirt, prizes for the winners and goodie bags [subject to confirmation]. All money raised will go to the Disabilities Trust.
They are now also looking for raffle prizes, as well as offers of sponsorship for the event so any companies who may be able to help as well as individuals please let us know. Any help would be greatly appreciated. For more information visit: http://captiveangler.co.uk
16.11.05 - SIGNS OF WATER VOLE LIFE FOUND ON THE RIVER AXE
Hot on the heels of July’s discovery of water voles living in Teignbridge, signs confirming the presence of the elusive rodents have been found on the upper reaches of the River Axe in West Dorset, close to the Devon border.
Before the sighting in Teignbridge earlier this year, water voles had not been recorded on Devon’s rivers since the mid-1990s, and were feared to be extinct in the county. Now the discovery of inhabited holes, droppings and food remains on the upper part of the River Axe is causing excitement amongst Environment Agency and East Devon District Council staff, who jointly commissioned the survey work.
Emma Herrera, biodiversity officer at the Environment Agency said:
"This is a fantastic start to the project. Water voles were thought to be extinct from the River Axe catchment, but we knew there were colonies in adjacent catchments including the Isle and Parret in Somerset and the Brit in Dorset. We were surveying areas around the catchment boundaries to locate the nearest colonies to the Axe, the middle and lower reaches of which flow through Devon. We hoped that this would tell us where to focus habitat improvement work to allow water voles to naturally re-colonise the Axe catchment and East Devon. But we never expected to find they’d beaten us to it!"
Water voles are the same size as rats, but have distinctive blunt noses, very small ears and shorter, furry tails. They are much larger than the similar looking bank vole, which is only the size of a mouse. Other signs, such as burrows in steep banks, droppings, or feeding remains - piles of short lengths of grasses or rushes - can also indicate their presence.
Water voles were once widespread and common, but have suffered a long-term decline since 1900, which has been particularly acute over the last 30 years. The populations have suffered from habitat loss from intensive farming, and predation by the non-native American mink.
Anglers, owners of riverbanks or wetlands and interested members of the public are being asked to watch out for water voles and by reporting any sightings to the Environment Agency on 01392 316182
15.11.05 - ILLEGAL ANGLERS FINED AFTER EA BANK HOLIDAY BLITZ
Hot on the heels of July’s discovery of water voles living in Teignbridge, signs confirming the presence of the elusive rodents have been found on the upper reaches of the River Axe in West Dorset, close to the Devon border.
Before the sighting in Teignbridge earlier this year, water voles had not been recorded on Devon’s rivers since the mid-1990s, and were feared to be extinct in the county. Now the discovery of inhabited holes, droppings and food remains on the upper part of the River Axe is causing excitement amongst Environment Agency and East Devon District Council staff, who jointly commissioned the survey work.
Emma Herrera, biodiversity officer at the Environment Agency said:
"This is a fantastic start to the project. Water voles were thought to be extinct from the River Axe catchment, but we knew there were colonies in adjacent catchments including the Isle and Parret in Somerset and the Brit in Dorset. We were surveying areas around the catchment boundaries to locate the nearest colonies to the Axe, the middle and lower reaches of which flow through Devon. We hoped that this would tell us where to focus habitat improvement work to allow water voles to naturally re-colonise the Axe catchment and East Devon. But we never expected to find they’d beaten us to it!"
Water voles are the same size as rats, but have distinctive blunt noses, very small ears and shorter, furry tails. They are much larger than the similar looking bank vole, which is only the size of a mouse. Other signs, such as burrows in steep banks, droppings, or feeding remains - piles of short lengths of grasses or rushes - can also indicate their presence.
Water voles were once widespread and common, but have suffered a long-term decline since 1900, which has been particularly acute over the last 30 years. The populations have suffered from habitat loss from intensive farming, and predation by the non-native American mink.
Anglers, owners of riverbanks or wetlands and interested members of the public are being asked to watch out for water voles and by reporting any sightings to the Environment Agency on 01392 316182
News Archives
24.11.05
The Environment Agency has come to the rescue of dozens of stranded salmon on the River Avon near Salisbury. The fish, some weighing more than 20 lbs, were trapped in shallow pools in the river making them vulnerable to poachers and predation. Their migration to upstream spawning grounds was obstructed by an un-opened hatch leaving them trapped in water little over ankle deep.
Reel Deals latest addition to their exclusive range is the one-man bivvy. It's compact, ultra light and a piece of cake to erect. Waterproof 190T material, one of the best is used all over. Its perfect for short 12-24 hr sessions & anyone thinking of buying a oval brolly for £50-£70 should reconsider. The bivvy is much better grounded and provides 100% shelter from wind and rain.
They aim to provide the best prices in carp fishing equipment but more importantly the best value for money at the lower end. Up to 90% of sales are done on the website 
On the 23rd of April 2006 Andy from Captive Angler will once again be running the Flora London Marathon for The Disabilities Trust. Captive Angler have also arranged a carp competiton to help raise much needed funds for the Disabilities Trust.
