Thursday, 17 December 2015
Fishery Reopens - Thursday 17 December
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Mike Fitzgerald
The high temperatures overnight have cleared the remaining ice and the fishery has reopened this morning.
The banks are wet and caution must be exercised when accessing the lochans.
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Sunday, 13 December 2015
Fishery Closed - Sunday 13 December
After a very heavy overnight frost, the lochans are completely frozen this morning.
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Monday, 7 December 2015
Fishery Reopens Monday 7 December
The lochan banks are still wet but fishable with care. As a result, we have reopened this morning.
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Monday, 30 November 2015
Fishery Closed - Monday 30 November
There is a few inches of snow and ice is forming around each lochan. Approach roads are also not great, so we are staying closed today.
Any thaw could lead to waterlogged banks, so please check the Blog for updates.
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Any thaw could lead to waterlogged banks, so please check the Blog for updates.
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Monday, 23 November 2015
Fishery Reopens - Monday 23 November
Snow and ice have gone and fishery is open for business as usual.
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Saturday, 21 November 2015
Fishery Closed - Saturday 21 November
Given the overnight snowfall and the icy road conditions locally, we have taken the decision not to open today.
We will update the Blog as soon as conditions have improved sufficiently to reopen.
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Monday, 2 November 2015
Dunlichity Cup Heat 8 - Saturday 7 November
The final heat of this year's competition is on Saturday 7 November.
If you can get a lift, then "bring a bottle" for the end-of-season celebration.
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Dunlichity Cup Heats 6 and 7 - Results
We have been upgrading our IT and, as a result, are sorry for the delay in updating the Blog. As a result, this blog covers both the September and October heats.
September
After a number of months of disappointing catches, my theory that we were waiting for high pressure to improve things was confirmed, with everyone catching fish. The first peg got off to a predictable start with Liam Skinner catching the biggest fish of the day at 4lb 10oz!
With only 10 competitors, prizes were limited to 2 places and a bottle, with Liam taking top spot from James Gray with George Ritchie winning the bottle.
Liam's victory meant that with only two heats left, only Jamie MacGregor Snr could prevent Liam from becoming 2015 Cup winner.
October
High pressure remained over the Highlands, and great conditions meant that everyone caught fish for the second heat in succession.
Aeneas Taylor Gordon Haggart, Tim Watson and George Ritchie had all caught and taken their two fish within the first four pegs. However, George Skinner went into the lead before lunch with a great fish at 7lb 2oz. George remained in the lead until 10 minutes from the end of the final peg, when John Allison caught his biggest ever rainbow at 9lb 11oz!
The results mean that Liam Skinner cannot now be beaten, but a number of people could win the other prizes.
The final heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 7 November. Prize giving will happen after the heat, and for those of you who can get a lift, then "bring a bottle" for the post-season celebration.
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September
After a number of months of disappointing catches, my theory that we were waiting for high pressure to improve things was confirmed, with everyone catching fish. The first peg got off to a predictable start with Liam Skinner catching the biggest fish of the day at 4lb 10oz!
With only 10 competitors, prizes were limited to 2 places and a bottle, with Liam taking top spot from James Gray with George Ritchie winning the bottle.
Liam's victory meant that with only two heats left, only Jamie MacGregor Snr could prevent Liam from becoming 2015 Cup winner.
October
High pressure remained over the Highlands, and great conditions meant that everyone caught fish for the second heat in succession.
Aeneas Taylor Gordon Haggart, Tim Watson and George Ritchie had all caught and taken their two fish within the first four pegs. However, George Skinner went into the lead before lunch with a great fish at 7lb 2oz. George remained in the lead until 10 minutes from the end of the final peg, when John Allison caught his biggest ever rainbow at 9lb 11oz!
The results mean that Liam Skinner cannot now be beaten, but a number of people could win the other prizes.
The final heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 7 November. Prize giving will happen after the heat, and for those of you who can get a lift, then "bring a bottle" for the post-season celebration.
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Wednesday, 2 September 2015
Dunlichity Cup 2015 - Heat 6
Heat 6 of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup with be held on Saturday 5 September at 09.00. The top lochan will be available for general fishing at 14.15 after the competition.
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Dunlichity Cup 2015 - Heat 5 Results
It was a case of deciding winners after a number of equal scores in the 5th heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup.
In order to encourage competitors to keep trying to the end, we have always used the last person to catch a fish as the winner when two scores are tied. The ruling was used twice in Heat 5.
George Skinner set a blistering pace by taking both of his fish in the first 8 minutes of Peg 1. His total weight of 7lb 14oz was looking good until Aeneas Taylor matched it with his second fish taken in Peg 4. Aeneas took first place but both he and George gained 10 points. Jamie Macgregor Snr was 3rd with 5lb 4oz.
The "tied" ruling was also used to decide the bottle, with Liam Skinner and David Skinner catching equally weighted fish. David won the bottle as he caught his fish in Peg 4 whist Liam caught his in Peg 2!
Liam Skinner's 6 points kept him well out in front of the overall leader board. Jamie Macgregor Snr is second, but with 3 heats left, only 3 people can overtake Liam.
The next heat of the Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 5 September.
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In order to encourage competitors to keep trying to the end, we have always used the last person to catch a fish as the winner when two scores are tied. The ruling was used twice in Heat 5.
George Skinner set a blistering pace by taking both of his fish in the first 8 minutes of Peg 1. His total weight of 7lb 14oz was looking good until Aeneas Taylor matched it with his second fish taken in Peg 4. Aeneas took first place but both he and George gained 10 points. Jamie Macgregor Snr was 3rd with 5lb 4oz.
The "tied" ruling was also used to decide the bottle, with Liam Skinner and David Skinner catching equally weighted fish. David won the bottle as he caught his fish in Peg 4 whist Liam caught his in Peg 2!
Aeneas Taylor, David Skinner, Jamie Macgregor Snr and George Skinner
Liam Skinner's 6 points kept him well out in front of the overall leader board. Jamie Macgregor Snr is second, but with 3 heats left, only 3 people can overtake Liam.
The next heat of the Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 5 September.
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Thursday, 27 August 2015
Ride The North Cycle Event
The fishery is open tomorrow, Friday 28 August as normal. Anyone planning to fish tomorrow should take extra care when approaching the fishery, as the Ride The North cycle event will be using the roads around Dunlichity.
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Tuesday, 28 July 2015
2015 Dunlichity Cup Heat 5 - Saturday 1 August
The next heat of the 2105 Dunlichity Cup will be on Saturday 1 August at 09.00.
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Dunlichity Cup 2015 Heat 4 - Saturday 4 July
Whilst 4th July means fireworks in USA, anyone expecting fireworks in the 4th heat of the Dunlichity Cup were in for a disappointment!
Having carried out a full stocking the day before, it would have been fair to assume that a lot of fish would be caught. This was not the case, and we were all left scratching our heads as to the reasons for the poor returns (more about this later).
One person who was not worried was overall leader Liam Skinner, who, with the largest fish of the day, secured another ten points. Second place went to Tim Watson (the only competitor to take two fish) with James Gray in third place. Jamie Macgregor Jnr had the largest fish outside of the top three.
Liam Skinner, James Gray, Tim Watson and Jamie MacGregor Jnr
After the competition, Graham Matheson (who had blanked) stayed on and caught 5. The following morning, Dean Geddes caught 10, including an 8lb 2oz fish. In subsequent days, we have had 8 or 9 double figure catches. One of the fish caught during the competition was spooned to see if it was tadpole gorging that had caused the hard fishing conditions, but it only contained midge pupa. So, it is still a mystery (I still think air pressure!).
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Wednesday, 1 July 2015
2015 Dunlichity Cup Heat 4 - Saturday 4 July
The fourth heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup will take place on Saturday 4 July at 09.00.
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Dunlichity Cup 2015 Heat 3 - Saturday 6 June
The third heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup was held on Saturday 6 June. The heat attracted a record 21 competitors.
Going was hard and large fish were hard to come by. Leader after two heats, Liam Skinner had to leave after peg 4 so the pressure was on. He didn't disappoint, with the largest fish of the day (4lb 7oz) on his last cast on peg 4! He left with everyone chasing his two fish total of 6lb 4oz.
Second place went to Ian Young, with a two fish bag of 6lb 0oz, with Jamie Macgregor Snr taking third place with 4lb 1oz. Newcomer Alan Dallas won the bottle for the largest fish outside of the top three.
Two firsts and a second place put Liam out in front with 29 points after three heats, with Jamie Macgregor Snr second with 24 points.
The next heat of the Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 4 July at 09.00.
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Going was hard and large fish were hard to come by. Leader after two heats, Liam Skinner had to leave after peg 4 so the pressure was on. He didn't disappoint, with the largest fish of the day (4lb 7oz) on his last cast on peg 4! He left with everyone chasing his two fish total of 6lb 4oz.
Second place went to Ian Young, with a two fish bag of 6lb 0oz, with Jamie Macgregor Snr taking third place with 4lb 1oz. Newcomer Alan Dallas won the bottle for the largest fish outside of the top three.
Alan Dallas, Jame Macgregor Snr and Ian Young. Winner Liam Skinner left after the fourth peg and we have resisted the temptation to Photoshop him into this photo!
The next heat of the Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 4 July at 09.00.
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Bothy Water Fixed
The water pump in the Bothy has been replaced and water is now running normally from the taps and in the toilet.
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Monday, 29 June 2015
Water Problem at the Bothy
We discovered a problem with the water supply to the Bothy last night. An electrical problem means that the water pump is not working.
Engineers have been called, but in the meantime the Bothy will be closed for toilet and drinking water facilities.
We apologise for any inconvenience that this causes and will seek to rectify the problem as soon as possible.
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Engineers have been called, but in the meantime the Bothy will be closed for toilet and drinking water facilities.
We apologise for any inconvenience that this causes and will seek to rectify the problem as soon as possible.
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Monday, 15 June 2015
Fishery Closed - Thursday 18 June
Please note that the Fishery is closed for a private party from 09.00 until 17.00 on Thursday 18 June. We are sorry for any inconvenience that this may cause.
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Thursday, 4 June 2015
2015 Dunlichity Cup Heat 3 - Saturday 6 June
The third heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 6 June at 09.00. The top lochan will be closed until 14.15.
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Dunlichity Cup 2015 - Heat 2
The second heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup was held on Saturday 2 May, with 14 anglers competing for points.
A frantic first four pegs saw 5 anglers take their two fish, and a number of others taking their first fish and releasing others. Indeed, by the end of the competition, only two competitors had not taken a fish.
The winner was Liam Skinner with two fish to 7lb 12 oz. Second was Neil Pirrie (7lb 5oz) and third was Tim Watson (7lb 1oz). Jamie Macgregor's winning streak came to an end but he won the bottle for the biggest fish outside the top three (4lb 3oz).
Liam's win, following on from his second place in the first heat places him on top of the table with 19 points, followed by Jamie Macgregor Snr and Martin Haberfield.
The third heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 6 June at 09.00.
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A frantic first four pegs saw 5 anglers take their two fish, and a number of others taking their first fish and releasing others. Indeed, by the end of the competition, only two competitors had not taken a fish.
The winner was Liam Skinner with two fish to 7lb 12 oz. Second was Neil Pirrie (7lb 5oz) and third was Tim Watson (7lb 1oz). Jamie Macgregor's winning streak came to an end but he won the bottle for the biggest fish outside the top three (4lb 3oz).
Jamie Macgregor Snr, Tim Watson, Liam Skinner and Neil Pirrie
Liam's win, following on from his second place in the first heat places him on top of the table with 19 points, followed by Jamie Macgregor Snr and Martin Haberfield.
The third heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup is on Saturday 6 June at 09.00.
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Thursday, 30 April 2015
James Watson Competes in Strictly Inverness 2015
Dunlichity Fishery regular James Watson swaps his rod for a pair of dancing shoes as he competes in this year's Inverness Strictly.
Weeks of practice go into this competition, which raises thousands of pounds for charity.
To support James in his fundraising, please follow the link below.
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Dunlichity Cup Heat 2
The second heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup will be on Saturday 2 May from 09.00. The top lochan will be closed for the competition until 14.15.
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2015 Dunlichity Cup Heat 1
19 competitors arrived to compete in the first heat of the 2015 Dunlichity Cup. Conditions were challenging, with low water temperatures slowing fish down.
The heat was won by last year's strong finisher, Jamie Macgregor Snr, with a two fish bag of 8lb 5oz (including a fish of 6lb 3oz).
Martin Haberfield led the heat for much of the day with a fine fish of 7lb and there was late drama when he caught a fish as the final peg finished, only to find that he had hooked a brown trout which had to be returned.
Liam Skinner took second place on countback, with Martin third.
Last year's winner, James Gray was fourth, and James Watson won the bottle. However, some noticeable blanks including 2014 Runner Up Graham Matheson and 2013 Champion, David Skinner.
All to play for in Heat 2 on Saturday 2 May.
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The heat was won by last year's strong finisher, Jamie Macgregor Snr, with a two fish bag of 8lb 5oz (including a fish of 6lb 3oz).
Martin Haberfield led the heat for much of the day with a fine fish of 7lb and there was late drama when he caught a fish as the final peg finished, only to find that he had hooked a brown trout which had to be returned.
Martin Haberfield with his 7lb fish
Liam Skinner took second place on countback, with Martin third.
James Watson, Jamie Macgregor Snr, Martin Haberfield and Liam Skinner
All to play for in Heat 2 on Saturday 2 May.
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Saturday, 11 April 2015
Summer 2015 Fishery Prices
We are pleased to confirm that we are not increasing fishery prices this summer. In spite of all other costs having gone up, this means that we have held the fishery prices at the same level for five years (since 2011).
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Friday, 6 March 2015
Dunlichity Cup and Troutmaster Fish-Off dates
The dates for this years Dunlichity Cup are as follows:
Heat 1 - Saturday 4 April
Heat 2 - Saturday 2 May
Heat 3 - Saturday 6 June
Heat 4 - Saturday 4 July
Heat 5 - Saturday 1 August
Heat 6 - Saturday 5 September
Heat 7 - Saturday 3 October
Heat 8 - Saturday 7 November
The 2014 Troutmaster Fish-Off is on Saturday 23 May. Invitations will be sent shortly.
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Heat 1 - Saturday 4 April
Heat 2 - Saturday 2 May
Heat 3 - Saturday 6 June
Heat 4 - Saturday 4 July
Heat 5 - Saturday 1 August
Heat 6 - Saturday 5 September
Heat 7 - Saturday 3 October
Heat 8 - Saturday 7 November
The 2014 Troutmaster Fish-Off is on Saturday 23 May. Invitations will be sent shortly.
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Thursday, 5 March 2015
Fishery Re-Opens - Thursday 5 March
Most has the snow and ice has now cleared so we are reopening this morning.
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Wednesday, 4 March 2015
James Gray wins 2014 Dunlichity Cup
2014 Champion James Gray
After
8 heats, James Gray has been crowned Dunlichity Cup Champion for 2014 at
Dunlichity Trout Fishery, narrowly edging Graham Matheson into second place.
2014 Runner Up Graham Matheson
In
fourth place was Heat 8 winner Jamie MacGregor Snr with 36 points. His record of three wins and a fourth place
in four appearances makes him one to watch for this season. In the final heat, George Skinner was second, Aeneas Taylor third and Steve Junor won the bottle for the largest fish outside of the top three.
Steve Junor, Aeneas Taylor, George Skinner and Jamie MacGregor Snr
Over
£1100 was handed out in prize money throughout the season, plus bottles and
fishery vouchers.
The 2015 Dunlichity Cup begins on Saturday 4 April and further details will be published on the Blog.
Tuesday, 3 March 2015
Fishery Closed - Tuesday 3 March
Frost and heavy overnight snow means that the fishery will remain closed today. Once we are in a position to reopen, we will update the Blog.
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Thursday, 26 February 2015
Fishery Re-Opens - Thursday 26 February
Overnight rain has cleared the remaining snow and ice, leaving the banks wet but useable with care. Given the clearer forecast over the next few days, we have reopened today.
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Sunday, 22 February 2015
Fishery Closed - Sunday 22 February
Unfortunately, we have woken to an overnight frost which has frozen the whole bottom lochan and much of the top lochan.
Keep an eye on the Blog and we will update as soon as we reopen.
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Keep an eye on the Blog and we will update as soon as we reopen.
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Monday, 16 February 2015
Fishery Reopens - Monday 16 February
Many thanks to all who have been calling and following the Blog for updates.
We came close to opening last Friday, but an overnight frost completely refroze both lochans.
Although the bottom lochan is still ice-bound, the top lochan is now completely clear so we are reopening this morning.
If you plan to visit later in the week, please check before you set out, as the winter temperatures are changing things on a daily basis.
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We came close to opening last Friday, but an overnight frost completely refroze both lochans.
Although the bottom lochan is still ice-bound, the top lochan is now completely clear so we are reopening this morning.
If you plan to visit later in the week, please check before you set out, as the winter temperatures are changing things on a daily basis.
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Wednesday, 7 January 2015
Happy New Year - Fishery Update
A very happy new year to you all.
The Fishery has remained closed since our last blog. For most of the period since 8 December, the lochans have been frozen. On the few occasions that the lochans have thawed, the banks have been waterlogged.
That continues to be the case, and with bad weather forecast, it is unlikely that we will be able to open for the next few days. As soon as conditions improve, we will update the blog.
In the meantime, to all of those who have called, followed the blog or had fruitless visits, thank you for your patience.
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The Fishery has remained closed since our last blog. For most of the period since 8 December, the lochans have been frozen. On the few occasions that the lochans have thawed, the banks have been waterlogged.
That continues to be the case, and with bad weather forecast, it is unlikely that we will be able to open for the next few days. As soon as conditions improve, we will update the blog.
In the meantime, to all of those who have called, followed the blog or had fruitless visits, thank you for your patience.
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