Monday, 28 June 2010
California Dreamin ........ of Rainbow Trout!
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Posted by
Mike Fitzgerald
Pictured above are Bey and Jeff, members of two lovely families over from California who stayed with us last week in the Tordarroch Wing. In between sightseeing and following USA's World Cup progress, the guys averaged 3 - 4 fish a day throughout the week.
Having complemented their flyboxes with some flies from Grahams, they could be found morning, noon and night on the lochans! They experimented with different tactics throught the week and developed a great rapport with our regular anglers. Really nice guys!
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Fishery Update - w/e Sunday 27 June
The lochans have been quite lightly fished during the last week, and the changeable weather conditions have resulted in a variety of tactics being successful.
In spite of a 164 fish stocking on Wednesday, the fishing has remained challenging, with many fish showing interest but not staying on the fly! Steve Wright from Fort William was the most successful angler of the week, with 14 on dries.
Troutmaster leaders for the new month are:
1. Jason Macaskill - 6lb 3oz
2. James Watson - 5lb 15oz
3. Alan Minty - 4lb 10ozTuesday, 22 June 2010
Fishery Update - w/e Sunday 20 June
This update covers the two weeks up to and including 20 June.
The interim stocking, which was intended to reduce the number of tadpoles that the fish are feeding on, was largely successful. Tadpole numbers have been significantly reduced, particularly on the top lochan. The last stocking was over two weeks ago and the fish are now becoming a little fussy - the next stocking is planned for this week and there will be a further stocking before the next Dunlichity Cup heat.
Some decent catches have been achieved:
George Skinner - 14
Ron Maslin - 12
Gordon Mey - 11
Bob Matheson, "A.Manile", Sean Cowan - 10
Bill Greig - 9
James Gray, Thom Railer, John McFeeley - 8
Successful flies (according to the catch register) are:
Buzzers - x17
Dry Flies - x17
Sedge - x5
CDC - x4
Tadpole, Yellow Dancer, Damsels, Montana - x3
Hares Ear, Kate MacLaren, - x2
Others incluse Black Dawson, Bloodworm, Cat's Whisker, Klinkhammer, Orange Snatcher, Daddy, Black Fritz.
Troutmaster winners for the month ended 20 June were:
1. Martyn Petrie - 7lb 13oz
2. George Noble - 7lb 2oz
3. James Law - 7lb 0oz
No juniors entered fish this month!
The weather has now brightened up, and it is anticipated that the top-of-the-water sport will flourish over the coming weeks.
The interim stocking, which was intended to reduce the number of tadpoles that the fish are feeding on, was largely successful. Tadpole numbers have been significantly reduced, particularly on the top lochan. The last stocking was over two weeks ago and the fish are now becoming a little fussy - the next stocking is planned for this week and there will be a further stocking before the next Dunlichity Cup heat.
Some decent catches have been achieved:
George Skinner - 14
Ron Maslin - 12
Gordon Mey - 11
Bob Matheson, "A.Manile", Sean Cowan - 10
Bill Greig - 9
James Gray, Thom Railer, John McFeeley - 8
Successful flies (according to the catch register) are:
Buzzers - x17
Dry Flies - x17
Sedge - x5
CDC - x4
Tadpole, Yellow Dancer, Damsels, Montana - x3
Hares Ear, Kate MacLaren, - x2
Others incluse Black Dawson, Bloodworm, Cat's Whisker, Klinkhammer, Orange Snatcher, Daddy, Black Fritz.
Troutmaster winners for the month ended 20 June were:
1. Martyn Petrie - 7lb 13oz
2. George Noble - 7lb 2oz
3. James Law - 7lb 0oz
No juniors entered fish this month!
The weather has now brightened up, and it is anticipated that the top-of-the-water sport will flourish over the coming weeks.
Monday, 21 June 2010
George Noble - 7lb 2oz Rainbow
George Noble caught this beautiful 7lb 2oz Rainbow on the top lochan on Sunday morning, 20th June. Fishing on a Grey's intermediate line using a Black Fritz, it took George over 15 minutes to land the fish, having been taken to the backing twice!Dunlichity Cup Heat 2 - 19 June 2010
The second heat of the Dunlichity Cup was held on Saturday.
The day turned out to be quite hard work, with many fish showing early on, but catch sizes and numbers proving a little disappointing. Those who did catch fish tended to return those caught after the first fish was on the bank, hoping for a big fish. As a consequence, the only competitor to take two fish, Robin Scott was the eventual winner and recipient of the first prize of £60. In second place, winning £40 was Will Jack and third place, with a prize of £20 was John McFeeley. James Watson won the bottle for the largest fish outside of the first three winners.
Winners Robin Scott, John McFeeley, Will Jack and James Watson
The day turned out to be quite hard work, with many fish showing early on, but catch sizes and numbers proving a little disappointing. Those who did catch fish tended to return those caught after the first fish was on the bank, hoping for a big fish. As a consequence, the only competitor to take two fish, Robin Scott was the eventual winner and recipient of the first prize of £60. In second place, winning £40 was Will Jack and third place, with a prize of £20 was John McFeeley. James Watson won the bottle for the largest fish outside of the first three winners.
Winners Robin Scott, John McFeeley, Will Jack and James WatsonStandings after two heats are:
1. Robin Scott - 12lb 2oz
2. David Skinner - 8lb 10oz
3. Will Jack - 6lb 5oz
4. Ian Young - 4lb 11oz
5. John McFeeley - 4lb 10oz
6. James Watson - 2lb 2oz
7. John Vickers - 1lb 13oz
The next competition will be on Saturday 17 July - either call 01808 521442 or complete the form in the Bothy to enter.
Friday, 18 June 2010
Dunlichity Cup Competition - Saturday 19 June
Tomorrow sees the next heat in the Dunlichity Cup. Details of the competition are available in a previous blog below, and anyone interested in competing should call us on 01808 521442 and be at the Fishery by 09.00 tomorrow.
As a result of he Competition, the top lochan will be closed until approx 14.30.
As a result of he Competition, the top lochan will be closed until approx 14.30.
Thursday, 10 June 2010
Visitors from the Midlands
The Fishery was pleased to welcome four new guests over the past few days.
Andy, Pierre, Ash and Neale, who travelled up from the Nuneaton and Hinckley area stayed in the B&B in what was their first group fly-fishing trip. Whilst Pierre had some fly-fishing experience, Ash had only course fishing experience and Andy and Neale were complete beginners.
Andy, Pierre, Ash and Neale, who travelled up from the Nuneaton and Hinckley area stayed in the B&B in what was their first group fly-fishing trip. Whilst Pierre had some fly-fishing experience, Ash had only course fishing experience and Andy and Neale were complete beginners.
Andy, Neale, Pierre and Ash on the Top Lochan
Prior to the trip, they spent time on casting lessons and all tied a selection of their own flies before the trip!
Although they did manage to visit Fort George, Culloden, Inverness, Tomatin and Loch Ness, they spent from early morning to late at night on the lochans. Their efforts paid off and they all caught fish. They also spent time with a number of our regular anglers, who kindly passed on tips and advice.
It was clear to see from their expressions on their last morning, that they were well and truly "hooked"!
Although they did manage to visit Fort George, Culloden, Inverness, Tomatin and Loch Ness, they spent from early morning to late at night on the lochans. Their efforts paid off and they all caught fish. They also spent time with a number of our regular anglers, who kindly passed on tips and advice.
It was clear to see from their expressions on their last morning, that they were well and truly "hooked"!
Tuesday, 8 June 2010
Weekly Update - w/e 6 June 2010
Another changeable week weather-wise has brought varied conditions ranging from heatwave to torrential downpour! Consequently, the fish do not know whether they are "coming or going"! In fact, 199 did arrive on Wednesday when we re-stocked.
Although there were plenty of fish in the lochans, after a few taken fish were spooned, it was clear that they were feeding mainly off tadpoles. The logic of this interim stocking is to provide more mouths to mop up the remaining tadpoles!
Between 31 May and 6 June, there were a number of notable bags achieved:
Although there were plenty of fish in the lochans, after a few taken fish were spooned, it was clear that they were feeding mainly off tadpoles. The logic of this interim stocking is to provide more mouths to mop up the remaining tadpoles!
Between 31 May and 6 June, there were a number of notable bags achieved:
- Ron Maslin - 21
- George Noble - 20
- John Vickers - 18 and 11
- Sid Rowe, a guest in the Self-Catering from Lydd - 17
- Sean Cowan - 14
- Mr Park from Beauly - 12
- Sean Wright - 12
- Jim McFeeley - 9
- Jim Gray - 8 and 9 Liam Bennett from London on his first visit - 8
- George Swanson - 8
Successful flies for the week were:
- "Buzzers" - 15
- "Dry" - 7
- "Small black / brown" - 6
- Olive - 6
- Sedge - 4
- "Dancer" - 4
- Cats Whisker - 3
- Hopper - 3
- Fritz - 2
- Tadpole - 2
- CDC/ Invicta / Ace of Spades / Grey Duster / Grey Wulff
- Hares Ear - 2
The next heat of the Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 19 June - deals on previous blogs and the entry form is in the bothy.
From next week, we will be introducing discounted catch-and-release rates for Senior Citizens. The rates will be £2 off the normal catch-and-release rates on Monday to Friday. We will update the website rates accordingly.
Tuesday, 1 June 2010
New Visitor Comments
We have had many new visitors to the Fishery over recent weeks and a number have asked how they can leave their comments and observations on the Fishery Blog.
Anyone wishing to share their thoughts for others should leave a comment at the end of this Post.
Thanks in anticipation.
Anyone wishing to share their thoughts for others should leave a comment at the end of this Post.
Thanks in anticipation.
Weekly Update - w/e Sunday 30 May 2010
A challenging week for the lochans as the copious amounts of tadpoles have ensured that the trout have had no shortage of natural feeding. That said, there have been some great fish caught, with Bill Greig returning a double figure fish in the top lochan and a number of 7lb+ fish caught and returned throughout the week.
According to the catch register, at least 12 anglers caught 5+ fish and most people have had sport.
Successful flies recorded in the Register this week include:
According to the catch register, at least 12 anglers caught 5+ fish and most people have had sport.
Successful flies recorded in the Register this week include:
- "Buzzers" x11
- "Dries" x8
- Sedge x4
- Bloodworm x3
- Klinkhammer x3
- Yellow / Green Dancer x3
- Cat's Whisker x2
- Others include Olive Mayfly, CDC, White Muddler, Daddy,
- Martyn Petrie - 7lb 13oz
- James Law - 7lb 0oz
- Robin Scott - 6lb 1oz
A number of juniors have caught and taken fish but not completed Troutmaster forms. A "first 3" place for juniors would result in the award of a Troutmaster badge and entry into next years fish-off so get those forms filled out!
Finally, the next competition in this year's Dunlichity Cup will be on Saturday 19 June. The entry form is in the Bothy and further information is detailed in previous blogs.
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