COMBE MARTIN SAC – RESCHEDULE PUTSBOROUGH OPEN
Due to a forecast of large swells and a strong North West Wind CMSAC have reluctantly decided to reschedule the annual Putsborough Open to Saturday June 21st. Same times etc see poster below : – The decision has been made with the clubs sponsors in mind. Once again we thank the owners at Putsborough for allowing the event to be held. Always a great night with a friendly vibe and plenty of fish over the past couple of years ...
The Exmoor Society The Waters of Exmoor Spring Conference: Friday 9th May
The Exmoor Society The Waters of Exmoor Spring Conference: Friday 9th May Arriving at Winsford in the heart of Exmoor my wife Pauline and I were delighted to find the Village Hall packed with attendees all assembled for this conference focussing on the waters of Exmoor. Amongst the crowd were many familiar faces all of whom I knew shared a passion for rivers. After coffee and cake we took our seats to listen to the speakers the details of which I have added at the end of this feature. Kate O Sullivan, Chair of the Exmoor Society welcomed ...
TARGETS
I have drifted through my angling life fishing here and there for a wide range of species that has resulted in me visiting many venues both home and abroad. Whilst my motivation particularly these days revolves around enjoyment it can also be driven by chasing targets. There are certain fish that have those defining landmark weights and with several species a double figure fish without doubt is that target. The merits can change over the years as species growth rates change but old school anglers like myself have grown up with these ingrained definitions. Thirty years or more ...
ANGLERS PASSIONATE ABOUT DEVON RIVERS – RTFCA AGM
The River Taw Fisheries and Conservation Association held their AGM at The Fox and Hounds Country Hotel last Friday. Chairman Andy Grey reported on a disappointing season in 2024 with salmon catches the lowest since 1952. The Environment Agency statistics showed a consistent number of rod hours over recent seasons with an estimated 0.18 salmon per licence holder if my notes are correct. A month into a new season and no salmon have been recorded from the Taw. The Torridge has done rather better with three salmon recorded. http://www.halfmoonsheepwash.co.uk The environment was as always at the top of ...
THE TEIGN BOOK – A REVIEW
THE TEIGN BOOK THE STORY OF THE RIVER TEIGN RESTORATION PROJECT AND OTHER ASPECTS OF THE CATCHMENT NEIL YEANDLE with photographs by Mike Rego Rivers inspire with their unique histories as they flow through our green and pleasant lands and it is anglers who are amongst those with the deepest connection and passion. This is evident throughout the pages of the Teign book written by Neil Yeandle who has produced a very comprehensive and informative book on this fascinating and beguiling river. Neil is a lifelong angler whose connection with the Teign commenced when he moved to the ...
