Sunday, 25 December 2011
MERRY CHRISTMAS
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Mike Fitzgerald
The Fishery is closed on Christmas Day, reopening (weather permitting) on Boxing Day.
We would like to wish everyone a wonderful Christmas and send best wishes for a prosperous New Year.
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We would like to wish everyone a wonderful Christmas and send best wishes for a prosperous New Year.
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Friday, 23 December 2011
Fishery Re-opens Friday 23 December
The lochans have been inspected and we are reopening today.
The Top Lochan is fully thawed and the Bottom Lochan is 90% clear. The banks are okay with care but the water in the Bothy still needs reconnecting.
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The Top Lochan is fully thawed and the Bottom Lochan is 90% clear. The banks are okay with care but the water in the Bothy still needs reconnecting.
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Thursday, 22 December 2011
Fishery Update - 22 December
As at 16.00 this afternoon, 95% of the Top Lochan was fishable. The Bottom Lochan still has ice.
It is currently raining and the temperature is 10C. On the basis that the banks are not too wet, then we will reopen tomorrow.
I will do a "pitch inspection" at 09.00 in the morning and post the result on the blog. Alternatively, call the house for an update.
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It is currently raining and the temperature is 10C. On the basis that the banks are not too wet, then we will reopen tomorrow.
I will do a "pitch inspection" at 09.00 in the morning and post the result on the blog. Alternatively, call the house for an update.
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Sunday, 4 December 2011
Fishery Closed due to Snow
Status @ 08.30 on Sunday 4 December 2011.
The Fishery will remain closed today. Although the lochans are not frozen, we have had a reasonable fall of snow overnight and it is still snowing, making the banks hazardous. Access roads are also likely to be tricky.
In addition, we have had a burst pipe in the bothy which we are in the process of cleaning up.
Keep watching the blog for information on when we can reopen.
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The Fishery will remain closed today. Although the lochans are not frozen, we have had a reasonable fall of snow overnight and it is still snowing, making the banks hazardous. Access roads are also likely to be tricky.
In addition, we have had a burst pipe in the bothy which we are in the process of cleaning up.
Keep watching the blog for information on when we can reopen.
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Thursday, 3 November 2011
Fishery Closed on Saturday 5 November 2011
Please note that the fishery will be closed on Saturday 5 November, reopening on Sunday 6 November as normal.
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Dunlichity Cup Heat 8 - Change of Date
Please note that the final heat of this year's competition has been moved to Saturday 12 November at 09.00.
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Saturday, 8 October 2011
Dunlichity Cup Heat 7 Results
The 7th Heat of the Dunlichity Cup was held on Saturday 8 October. The weather was not kind, and a combination of holidays and illness reduced numbers to 11 brave souls!
Two competitors ended well ahead of the others - George Swanson winning with a bag of 8lb 8oz and Magus Macdonald second with a bag of 7lb 6oz. The only other contestant to take two fish was Bill Greig, who finished third with a bag of 4lb 13oz.
Graeme Matheson won the bottle for the biggest fish outside of the top three. 
Graeme Matheson, George Swanson, Magnus Macdonald and Bill Greig
The heat results have set up a great potential finish to this year's competition, with at least 8 competitors in with a realistic chance of taking the Cup.
The final heat has been moved to Saturday 12 November.
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Dunlichity Cup Heat 7 - Saturday 8 October
The 7th Heat of this year's Dunlichity Cup takes place this Saturday from 09.00 to 14.00.
A competition in its own right, with prizes of £60, £40 and £20, with a bottle for the largest fish, the heat also counts towards the overall Dunlichity Cup. Competition for the Cup is getting fierce, with a number of competitors in with a chance to become the 2011 Champion.
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A competition in its own right, with prizes of £60, £40 and £20, with a bottle for the largest fish, the heat also counts towards the overall Dunlichity Cup. Competition for the Cup is getting fierce, with a number of competitors in with a chance to become the 2011 Champion.
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Sunday, 11 September 2011
Dunlichity Cup Heat 6 - 10th September
The 6th heat of the Dunlichity Cup was held yesterday, with 18 anglers competing for the prizes.
The water fished really well, with 62lb in weight being taken. 7 competitors caught their full bag, and 10 3lb+ fish were caught. Both Liam Skinner and Richard Franklin had caught their bags before the end of the third peg! Graham Matheson also gets a special mention for breaking his duck with two fish for 4lb 7oz.
First prize went to Liam with a bag of 7lb 4oz, with George Skinner in second place (7lb bag) and Bill Greig third (6lb 12 oz). Liam also caught the biggest fish (4lb 7oz), with James Gray winning the bottle for the largest fish outside of the top three (3lb 12oz).
Bill Greig, George Skinner, Liam Skinner and James Gray
Competition for the Cup became more intense, with David Skinner retaining 1st place, but with a reduced lead over George Skinner, Liam Skinner and Bill Greig. Robert Todd and Magnus Macdonald both lost some ground after blanking, as did James Gray who only took one fish.
The water fished really well, with 62lb in weight being taken. 7 competitors caught their full bag, and 10 3lb+ fish were caught. Both Liam Skinner and Richard Franklin had caught their bags before the end of the third peg! Graham Matheson also gets a special mention for breaking his duck with two fish for 4lb 7oz.
First prize went to Liam with a bag of 7lb 4oz, with George Skinner in second place (7lb bag) and Bill Greig third (6lb 12 oz). Liam also caught the biggest fish (4lb 7oz), with James Gray winning the bottle for the largest fish outside of the top three (3lb 12oz).
Bill Greig, George Skinner, Liam Skinner and James GrayCompetition for the Cup became more intense, with David Skinner retaining 1st place, but with a reduced lead over George Skinner, Liam Skinner and Bill Greig. Robert Todd and Magnus Macdonald both lost some ground after blanking, as did James Gray who only took one fish.
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Friday, 9 September 2011
Dunlichity Cup Heat 6 - Tomorrow plus Change of Date for Heat 8
Heat 6 of the Dunlichity Cup is tomorrow, Saturday 10th September at 09.00 prompt.
Please also be advised that the date of Heat 8 is changed from Saturday 5 November to Saturday 12 November.
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Please also be advised that the date of Heat 8 is changed from Saturday 5 November to Saturday 12 November.
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Saturday, 3 September 2011
Closure of Top Lochan on the evening of Monday 5 September
Please note that the Top Lochan will be closed for a private group on Monday 5 September from 17.30 for the rest of the evening.
The Bottom Lochan will remain open for public fishing.
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The Bottom Lochan will remain open for public fishing.
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Sunday, 28 August 2011
Dunlichity Cup Heat 5 - 13 August
15 competitors joined us for the 5th heat of the 2011 Dunlichity Cup. We were particularly pleased to welcome Alan Lythgoe from South Africa and fishery regular Darren Skinner who was fishing the competition for the first time.
A lot of fish were caught, particularly during the early pegs, with Will Jack setting the pace with two fish for 5lb 15oz.
In all, 8 3lb+ fish were caught, with James Gray winning the largest fish outside of the top 3, with a fish of 4lb. This was particularly creditable given that James was only recently out of hospital. A total 54lb 1oz were taken.
In the end, Magnus Macdonald, with 7lb 7oz beat George Swanson (6lb 13oz) into second place, with Will Jack third.
George Swanson, Will Jack, James Gray and Magnus Macdonald
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A lot of fish were caught, particularly during the early pegs, with Will Jack setting the pace with two fish for 5lb 15oz.
In all, 8 3lb+ fish were caught, with James Gray winning the largest fish outside of the top 3, with a fish of 4lb. This was particularly creditable given that James was only recently out of hospital. A total 54lb 1oz were taken.
In the end, Magnus Macdonald, with 7lb 7oz beat George Swanson (6lb 13oz) into second place, with Will Jack third.
George Swanson, Will Jack, James Gray and Magnus Macdonald In the league, David Skinner remains out in front, with George Skinner, James Gray and Robert Todd close behind. The big mover was Magnus, whose 7lb 7oz moved him up to 8th place in the league. 
The 6th Heat of the competition is on Saturday 10 September.
The 6th Heat of the competition is on Saturday 10 September. If you have found this post interesting or, you know anyone who might, please use the share buttons below to tell your online community about it. Thank you.
Thursday, 11 August 2011
Dunlichity Cup - Saturday 13 August
The next round of the Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 13 August at 09.00.
After a few weeks of poor conditions, we have started to have good numbers of fish caught again, with Ron Maslin catching 9 yesterday, and a father and son team who are on holiday both reaching double figures today.
The banks are likely to be very wet on Saturday, but unless there is a significant deterioration in the weather over the next 24 hours (in which case we will post an update on the Blog), the heat will go ahead.
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After a few weeks of poor conditions, we have started to have good numbers of fish caught again, with Ron Maslin catching 9 yesterday, and a father and son team who are on holiday both reaching double figures today.
The banks are likely to be very wet on Saturday, but unless there is a significant deterioration in the weather over the next 24 hours (in which case we will post an update on the Blog), the heat will go ahead.
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Tuesday, 2 August 2011
Current Fishing Conditions
Over the last two weeks, fishing conditions have been very difficult.
The high temperatures of last week, coupled with low water flows from the feeder springs have led to high water temperatures and low oxygen levels. These conditions have resulted in the fish being lethargic and unwilling to "play". In addition, some fish are not surviving being caught and returned.
We have now installed an aerator to increase the oxygen flow into the top lochan and this is already improving mortality rates!
Visitors are seeing lots of fish but are not managing to get many hooked!
As a result of the conditions, and as a guesture of goodwill to our regulars, we have decided to reduce the price of all of our tickets by £2 per ticket until our next stocking (which should be within the next 7 - 10 days).
The high temperatures of last week, coupled with low water flows from the feeder springs have led to high water temperatures and low oxygen levels. These conditions have resulted in the fish being lethargic and unwilling to "play". In addition, some fish are not surviving being caught and returned.
We have now installed an aerator to increase the oxygen flow into the top lochan and this is already improving mortality rates!
Visitors are seeing lots of fish but are not managing to get many hooked!
As a result of the conditions, and as a guesture of goodwill to our regulars, we have decided to reduce the price of all of our tickets by £2 per ticket until our next stocking (which should be within the next 7 - 10 days).
Saturday, 23 July 2011
Fishery welcomes International Golfer Tetsuji Hiratsuka
The abandonment of play at the Scottish Open at Castle Stuart meant the Fishery had the opportunity to welcome international golfer Tetsuji Hiratsuka. A keen fly fisherman, he arranged to visit the Fishery with his manager, physio and caddie.
The other three had not flyfished before and did really well given the conditions. However, Tetsuji, who has won 5 times on the Japanese Tour and twice on the Asian Tour, showed great skill catching fish in virtually horizontal driving rain!
His golf waterproofs came in handy!
The other three had not flyfished before and did really well given the conditions. However, Tetsuji, who has won 5 times on the Japanese Tour and twice on the Asian Tour, showed great skill catching fish in virtually horizontal driving rain!
His golf waterproofs came in handy!
Dunlichity Cup Heat 4 - Saturday 9 July
The changeable weather conditions led to difficult conditions for the 4th Heat of the Dunlichity Cup. Indeed, given the fact that the Scottish Open at Castle Stuart was rained off, it said a lot about the competitors that they actually participated and caught some fish!
Inevitably, not many fish were caught (16 taken) and the largest fish of the day at 5lb 12oz won the Heat for overall competition leader David Skinner. In second place, with two fish to 4lb 8oz was Bob Todd. One ounce behind in third place was Tim Watson.
The bottle for the largest fish outside of the top three was won by Richard Franklin.
The result meant that David Skinner consolidated his position at the top or the leader board. George Skinner's blank meant that he has been overtaken by Robert Todd and James Gray.
The next Heat of the Cup is on Saturday 13 August.
Inevitably, not many fish were caught (16 taken) and the largest fish of the day at 5lb 12oz won the Heat for overall competition leader David Skinner. In second place, with two fish to 4lb 8oz was Bob Todd. One ounce behind in third place was Tim Watson.
The bottle for the largest fish outside of the top three was won by Richard Franklin.
The result meant that David Skinner consolidated his position at the top or the leader board. George Skinner's blank meant that he has been overtaken by Robert Todd and James Gray.
The next Heat of the Cup is on Saturday 13 August.Saturday, 2 July 2011
Mayfly Angling Club
It has been our pleasure over the past three days, to welcome the Mayfly Angling Club from Edinburgh to Dunlichity House. Organiser Harry Dickinson brought up a group of 12 and took over the B&B and Self-Catering for three nights.
The guys spent a considerable amount of time around the lochans during their stay, and only slightly less time in the hot tub!
The last afternoon consisted of a 6 peg competition followed by a BBQ. The competition was won by pre-tournament favourite, Dave Grierson, followed in second place by Graham Cameron and in third, Andrew Leslie.
We hope they all had a safe journey home and can recommend them as a great group to any future tour venues!
The Mayfly Angling Club at Dunlichity Trout Fishery
Andrew Leslie, Dave Grierson and Graham Cameron
The guys spent a considerable amount of time around the lochans during their stay, and only slightly less time in the hot tub!
The last afternoon consisted of a 6 peg competition followed by a BBQ. The competition was won by pre-tournament favourite, Dave Grierson, followed in second place by Graham Cameron and in third, Andrew Leslie.
We hope they all had a safe journey home and can recommend them as a great group to any future tour venues!
The Mayfly Angling Club at Dunlichity Trout Fishery
Andrew Leslie, Dave Grierson and Graham Cameron Big Fish Already for July's Troutmaster Competition
We already have three good-sized fish on the board for July's Troutmaster competition. Leading is Liam Skinner, who caught a 9lb fish on 29th June. In second place at present is George Noble, with a fish of 7lb 12 oz and in third place is Darren Skinner, with a 6lb 9oz fish.
There are still plenty of large fish in the lochans since our last stocking.
Liam Skinner with his 9lb fish.
There are still plenty of large fish in the lochans since our last stocking.
Liam Skinner with his 9lb fish.Thursday, 23 June 2011
Dunlichity Trout Fishery to Welcome The Mayfly Angling Club
Dunlichity Trout Fishery will shortly be welcoming twelve members of the Mayfly Angling Club.
The Club will be staying with us from Wednesday 29 June to Saturday 2 July. As part of their stay, they will be holding a competition on the Friday afternoon. As a consequence, the top lochan will be closed for a period of time to be determined.
Once finalised, we will publish the closure times so that regular guests may plan around them.
The Club will be staying with us from Wednesday 29 June to Saturday 2 July. As part of their stay, they will be holding a competition on the Friday afternoon. As a consequence, the top lochan will be closed for a period of time to be determined.
Once finalised, we will publish the closure times so that regular guests may plan around them.
Dunlichity Cup Heat 3 - Saturday 11 June 2011
The third heat of the 2011 Dunlichity Cup was held on Saturday 11 June, with 16 anglers competing. Conditions for the heat were good, and a number of competitive fish were caught early on. Indeed, three competitors had taken their bags before the break.
20 fish were taken at a combined weight of 49lb 4oz. Many more fish were returned in the hope of a bigger fish!
Victor for the day was James Watson, who took a two fish bag of 6lb 15oz during the first couple of pegs. This after he had "blanked" in the first two heats! Second was Jim Gray with 5lb and in third place was Will Jack with 4lb 8oz. Magnus Macdonald won the bottle for a fish of 3lb 6oz.
Will Jack, James Watson, Magnus Macdonald and Jim Gray
Results in the third head have led to a change in the leader board, with last year's Cup Winner, David Skinner taking the lead. 
The next heat of the Cup is on Saturday 9 July. The entry form is in the Bothy, or entry can be made by email or telephone.
20 fish were taken at a combined weight of 49lb 4oz. Many more fish were returned in the hope of a bigger fish!
Victor for the day was James Watson, who took a two fish bag of 6lb 15oz during the first couple of pegs. This after he had "blanked" in the first two heats! Second was Jim Gray with 5lb and in third place was Will Jack with 4lb 8oz. Magnus Macdonald won the bottle for a fish of 3lb 6oz.
Will Jack, James Watson, Magnus Macdonald and Jim GrayThe next heat of the Cup is on Saturday 9 July. The entry form is in the Bothy, or entry can be made by email or telephone.
Thursday, 9 June 2011
Heat 3 of the Dunlichity Cup on Saturday 11 June
We are holding the next heat of the Dunlichity Cup on Saturday at 09.00 am.
There is everything to play for after the first two heats and competitors should get their names down on the entry sheet or call / email us asap.
Usual heat prizes of £60, £40, £20 and a bottle for the biggest fish.
There is everything to play for after the first two heats and competitors should get their names down on the entry sheet or call / email us asap.
Usual heat prizes of £60, £40, £20 and a bottle for the biggest fish.
Sunday, 15 May 2011
Geoff Allsop competes for Dunlichity in Troutmaster Final
As you will know from previous blogs, the 2010 Troutmaster winner for Dunlichity Trout Fishery was Geoff Allsop. Geoff competed in the final at Grafham Water last week and sent us the report below:
"Hi everyone,
Just to let you know how I got on at the Troutmaster final at Grafham. I fished from the boat for the first session (3 hours). I weighed in at just over 21 lbs. My largest fish was a four pound brown. I used a Black Buzzer and a Cruncher. We fished Savages Creek.
I fished the afternoon session from the bank at Gaynes Cove.After feeling confident, I was quickly bought back down to earth! I blanked - not so much as a pull! The fish had moved right out and I finished joint 21st.
Future winners at Dunlichity who qualify for the competition should try and attend the final. I understand that it's a long way but it's well worth the effort. It is a fabulous day, well organised and with very friendly competitors. Well done Rob Edmunds, a worthy winner.
Kind regards
Geoff Allsop"
Well done Geoff. Thanks for being such a fine ambassador for Dunlichity.
"Hi everyone,
Just to let you know how I got on at the Troutmaster final at Grafham. I fished from the boat for the first session (3 hours). I weighed in at just over 21 lbs. My largest fish was a four pound brown. I used a Black Buzzer and a Cruncher. We fished Savages Creek.
I fished the afternoon session from the bank at Gaynes Cove.After feeling confident, I was quickly bought back down to earth! I blanked - not so much as a pull! The fish had moved right out and I finished joint 21st.
Future winners at Dunlichity who qualify for the competition should try and attend the final. I understand that it's a long way but it's well worth the effort. It is a fabulous day, well organised and with very friendly competitors. Well done Rob Edmunds, a worthy winner.
Kind regards
Geoff Allsop"
Well done Geoff. Thanks for being such a fine ambassador for Dunlichity.
Thursday, 12 May 2011
Dunlichity Cup Heat 2 - Saturday 7 May 2011
The second heat of the 2011 Dunlichity Cup was held last Saturday with a number of new faces, including two juniors competing for the first time. The Fishery had been stocked the day before, so fishing was particularly good, with a number of competitors completing their bag before the break.
Over 60lb in weight was shared by the 17 competitors and a couple of the fish have gone on the Troutmaster Board for May.
The victor for the day was Hendrik Cornelius, with a bag of 6lb 15 oz. Hendrik edged Bob Todd into second place by one ounce, with Will Jack in third place with a bag of 5lb 9oz. Biggest fish outside of the top three went to Liam Skinner, with a fish of 3lb 7oz.
Liam Skinner, Will Jack, Hendrik Cornelius and Bob Todd
The League Table after two heats has George Skinner and Bob Todd in equal first place, with last year's winner David Skinner in third.
Over 60lb in weight was shared by the 17 competitors and a couple of the fish have gone on the Troutmaster Board for May.
The victor for the day was Hendrik Cornelius, with a bag of 6lb 15 oz. Hendrik edged Bob Todd into second place by one ounce, with Will Jack in third place with a bag of 5lb 9oz. Biggest fish outside of the top three went to Liam Skinner, with a fish of 3lb 7oz.
Liam Skinner, Will Jack, Hendrik Cornelius and Bob ToddThe League Table after two heats has George Skinner and Bob Todd in equal first place, with last year's winner David Skinner in third.
Tuesday, 3 May 2011
Mark Rafferty and Dunlichity Trout Fishery appear in The Sun!
Many of you may remember the record-breaking trout which Mark Refferty caught at Dunlichity last year.
Mark took our photo and submitted it to The Sun's fishing column. On Friday, 22 April, the photo was printed and Mark was the happy recipient of a £150 award for The Sun's Prize Catch.
A copy of the article is below.
Mark took our photo and submitted it to The Sun's fishing column. On Friday, 22 April, the photo was printed and Mark was the happy recipient of a £150 award for The Sun's Prize Catch.
A copy of the article is below.
2010 Dunlichity Troutmaster Champion is Geoff Allsop
The 2010 Dunlichity Trout Fishery Troutmaster fish off was held on Saturday 16 April. Ten badge winners competed for the shield, £100 first prize and entry into the National fish off.
Conditions on the day were good, and everyone caught fish. The competition was tight and the three bag average weight was around 7lbs.
Congratulations go to winner Geoff Allsop from Mansfield. Geoff travelled up to the Highlands specifically for the fish off, and his efforts were rewarded with a bag of 12lb 2oz, caught before half of the pegs had been completed. Geoff has indicated that he will compete in the National fish off, and part of his prize will be a contribution from Dunlichity Trout Fishery towards his travel costs.
George Skinner was second, winning a prize of £50 for a bag of 10lb 11oz and third place David Skinner won £25 for his bag of 8lb 11 oz.
Conditions on the day were good, and everyone caught fish. The competition was tight and the three bag average weight was around 7lbs.
Congratulations go to winner Geoff Allsop from Mansfield. Geoff travelled up to the Highlands specifically for the fish off, and his efforts were rewarded with a bag of 12lb 2oz, caught before half of the pegs had been completed. Geoff has indicated that he will compete in the National fish off, and part of his prize will be a contribution from Dunlichity Trout Fishery towards his travel costs.
George Skinner was second, winning a prize of £50 for a bag of 10lb 11oz and third place David Skinner won £25 for his bag of 8lb 11 oz.
Liam Skinner won the for the largest fish caught outside of the top three.
The 2010 Dunlichity Troutmaster competitors
2010 Dunlichity Troutmaster Champion, Geoff Allsop 
2nd Placed George Skinner and 3rd Placed David Skinner with Champion Geoff Allsop 
Largest Fish winner Liam Skinner
Bill Greig wins the first heat of the 2011 Dunlichity Cup
The first heat of the 2011 Dunlichity Cup was held on Saturday 9 April. 17 anglers competed and for the first time, we included the bottom lochan in the competition. Tactics varied, with those chosing to return early fish suffering as the bright sunshine of the early afternoon caused the fishing to slow down.
Although there were plenty of larger fish in the lochans (as can be seen from the catch register for the following few days), bag sizes were quite low.
Victor on the day was Dunlichity Cup "virgin" Bill Greig, with a bag of 4lb 3oz, closely followed in second place by George Skinner with John McFeeley third. Bob Matheson and Ian Young both won a bottle for the equally biggest sized fish outside of the top 3.
George Skinner, John McFeeley, Bill Greig, Ian Young and Bob MathesonEverything to play for at the next heat on Saturday 7 May!
Friday, 8 April 2011
Dunlichity Cup Heat 1 - Saturday 9 April
Tomorrow is the first heat for the 2011 Dunlichity Cup. Last year's rules and entry price (£25) apply. There are still a few places available - let us know if you want to enter. Otherwise, the Fishery will be closed to non-competitors until 14.30.
Monday, 4 April 2011
SUMMER PRICES
The new summer rates have now been published on the website. Catch and release prices are unaltered, but as a result of increases in fish prices, we have had to move some of the prices for 1, 2 and 3 fish. For some of our prices (e.g. 4 hours, 1 fish), the rate is changing for the first time since before 2007! We have tried to simplify the Senior and Junior discounts, and we have also slightly amended the Troutmaster ticket.
Wednesday, 23 March 2011
Fishery Re-Opens Today
The banks of the top lochan have dried out sufficiently for us to reopen this morning.
Monday, 21 March 2011
Fishery Update - Monday 21 March
There is still snow around the bottom lochan but the top lochan is now virtually snow-free. The snow has, however been replaced by a lot of surface water, making the banks waterlogged.
If the weather is reasonably dry over the next two days, we hope to be able to reopen on Wednesday. We will update the blog as soon as we are open. Alternatively, call before you travel!
If the weather is reasonably dry over the next two days, we hope to be able to reopen on Wednesday. We will update the blog as soon as we are open. Alternatively, call before you travel!
Wednesday, 16 March 2011
Weather Update - Wednesday 16 March
We have had a number of calls this morning. Unfortunately, although it is clear down in Inverness, we still have 10" of snow up here. There is no chance of fishing until after the weekend because even if the snow does clear, the snow melt will waterlog the lochan banks.
The Top Lochan at 10.00 am this morning.
We will give a further update once things begin to clear up.
Tuesday, 8 March 2011
Fishery Closed through Snow!
We woke up this morning to 5" of snow.
Although the lochans are not frozen, the snow means that the banks are not safe. Given the forecast over the next few days, it is unlikely that we will reopen until at least the weekend. Keep following the blog for further updates.
Although the lochans are not frozen, the snow means that the banks are not safe. Given the forecast over the next few days, it is unlikely that we will reopen until at least the weekend. Keep following the blog for further updates.
Monday, 28 February 2011
2010 Troutmaster Fish Off and 2011 Dunlichity Cup Dates Set
The Fish Off for the 2010 Dunlichity Trout Fishery Troutmaster Champion and Junior Champion will be held on Saturday 16 April 2011. Successful qualifiers will be contacted during the next three weeks with invitations.
The dates for the 2011 Dunlichity Cup heats are:
1. Saturday 9 April
2. Saturday 7 May
3. Saturday 11 June
4. Saturday 9 July
5. Saturday 13 August
6. Saturday 10 September
7. Saturday 8 October
8. Saturday 5 November
The Entry Sheet will be in the Bothy prior to each heat.
The dates for the 2011 Dunlichity Cup heats are:
1. Saturday 9 April
2. Saturday 7 May
3. Saturday 11 June
4. Saturday 9 July
5. Saturday 13 August
6. Saturday 10 September
7. Saturday 8 October
8. Saturday 5 November
The Entry Sheet will be in the Bothy prior to each heat.
Tuesday, 22 February 2011
Top Lochan thawed at 2.00 pm
The top lochan is now fishable and we have reopened. If you plan on fishing tomorrow, we will update the blog early in the morning if there is a frost. Otherwise, we will be open!
Lochans Frozen Again!
Woke up to a heavy overnight frost. Both lochans frozen.
Not sure how quickly the ice will burn off - please call before travelling, and watch the blog for any updates.
Not sure how quickly the ice will burn off - please call before travelling, and watch the blog for any updates.
Sunday, 20 February 2011
Sunday Update
We have woken up this morning to an overnight frost that has frozen a third of the top lochan. Our hope is that the ice will burn off early on, so the Fishery will open albeit with limited fishing until the ice clears.
The Bothy water is back on so the toilet is available.
Good fishing yesterday, with Martin Patience catching 13 ("and lost as many"). Reg Cambridge also caught fish, including a Troutmaster entry of 3lb 7oz. This means that we now have three at the top of the leaderboard, all with the same weight! Today is the last day of the February round of Troutmaster.
The Bothy water is back on so the toilet is available.
Good fishing yesterday, with Martin Patience catching 13 ("and lost as many"). Reg Cambridge also caught fish, including a Troutmaster entry of 3lb 7oz. This means that we now have three at the top of the leaderboard, all with the same weight! Today is the last day of the February round of Troutmaster.
Saturday, 19 February 2011
Opening Day Success!
We opened for the first day of the year yesterday.
George Skinner from Avoch caught 23 fish and George Swanson caught 10.
We have decided to enter fish for the February 2011 Troutmaster competition, which runs until tomorrow (Sunday 20th February). There are currently two fish at the top of the leader board both on 3lb 7oz.
The bottom lochan has now fully thawed but there remains no water in the Bothy (therefore no toilet).
Still on Winter Rates.
George Skinner from Avoch caught 23 fish and George Swanson caught 10.
We have decided to enter fish for the February 2011 Troutmaster competition, which runs until tomorrow (Sunday 20th February). There are currently two fish at the top of the leader board both on 3lb 7oz.
The bottom lochan has now fully thawed but there remains no water in the Bothy (therefore no toilet).
Still on Winter Rates.
Friday, 18 February 2011
Open At Last!
Finally, we have opened for business again this morning.
The bottom lochan is still about a third frozen but the top lochan is clear.
The banks at the top are still quite damp and so care will be needed.
The biggest problem is that the water in the Bothy is still frozen so there is no toilet. We have lit a fire to help the thawing process but best to spend a penny before you come. We will make sure that there is sufficient drinking water for tea / coffee.
The date of the 2010 Troutmaster fish-off will be published shortly.
We are still on the winter rates until the end of March.
The weather forecast over the next few days is again very mixed, so still best to check the blog or call before setting off.
The bottom lochan is still about a third frozen but the top lochan is clear.
The banks at the top are still quite damp and so care will be needed.
The biggest problem is that the water in the Bothy is still frozen so there is no toilet. We have lit a fire to help the thawing process but best to spend a penny before you come. We will make sure that there is sufficient drinking water for tea / coffee.
The date of the 2010 Troutmaster fish-off will be published shortly.
We are still on the winter rates until the end of March.
The weather forecast over the next few days is again very mixed, so still best to check the blog or call before setting off.
Sunday, 6 February 2011
Still Not Open!
As at 08.00 this morning (Sunday 6 February), following a deep frost overnight, at least 50% of the top lochan is covered by a thin layer of ice.
We will monitor it throughout the morning and will update the Blog if there is any significant thawing.
We will monitor it throughout the morning and will update the Blog if there is any significant thawing.
Saturday, 5 February 2011
Fishery to re-open?
As at 14.30 today, Saturday 5 February, the top lochan has fully thawed but the bottom lochan is still 50% frozen.
Provided that there is not a substantial frost overnight, or a significant rainfall which will waterlog the banks, then we intend to open tomorrow (Sunday) at 09.00.
We still have to check the plumbing in the bothy.
We will update the Blog tomorrow morning, but feel free to call after 08.00 to check that we have opened.
Provided that there is not a substantial frost overnight, or a significant rainfall which will waterlog the banks, then we intend to open tomorrow (Sunday) at 09.00.
We still have to check the plumbing in the bothy.
We will update the Blog tomorrow morning, but feel free to call after 08.00 to check that we have opened.
Monday, 3 January 2011
Happy New Year
Seasons greetings to all our friends! We hope that you all had a great Christmas and Happy New Year to you all.
The snow has now cleared from the banks and the carpark but the lochans are still frozen. However, temperatures have risen over the past couple of days, and if the lochans do thaw before the next cold spell, we will let you now straight away on the blog.
The snow has now cleared from the banks and the carpark but the lochans are still frozen. However, temperatures have risen over the past couple of days, and if the lochans do thaw before the next cold spell, we will let you now straight away on the blog.
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