One of the most exciting and interesting parts of running a fishery is stocking fish. Deciding what species, what size and then seeing new fish delivered can give the whole club a boost, however it’s important to realise that stocking fish is one of the biggest risks any fishery manager or club committee will take.…
Whether it is the many book and magazine covers he has painted, or indeed the very fish on your EA rod licence, wildlife artist David Miller is a name synonymous with stunning underwater images (just take a look at http://www.davidmillerart.co.uk). Angling Trust blogger Dom Garnett caught up with him recently to talk about current artwork,…
Looking to go coarse fishing on running water this month? Dominic Garnett is your guide to the essentials of river angling, from basic watercraft to common methods and fish species. Of all the places to fish in the UK, rivers are a firm favourite with many anglers. Whether it’s the beauty of natural settings or…
Prolonged dry weather can have a detrimental affect on both River and Stillwater Fisheries. When we get a long period without normal levels or rainfall a decrease in water levels can often lead to low dissolved oxygen levels which can put fish at risk, especially during warm weather and where there is a lot of…
In the midst of National Volunteers’ Week (1st to 7th June 2020), Angling Trust National Volunteers Manager, Karen Sarkar reflects on the vital contribution volunteers make and explores what the future might look like. “Incredibly, now in its 36th year, National Volunteers’ Week has not just been about celebrating the fantastic contribution volunteers make (in…
Going fishing for the first time can be a confusing business, it’s important to realise that no one in England & Wales has a right to fish wherever they like. So where should new and returning anglers begin ? What do you need to think about before you start and what is actually allowed? Here…
Ever wondered how many British fish species it might be possible to catch? For most of us, it’s a challenge that can last a lifetime. For Sam Edmonds, however, the task formed a memorable and frenetic month long angling adventure alongside his father, Gary Edmonds. Here, he looks back on a remarkable fishing journey for…
After weeks of lockdown, the coronavirus crisis has already had a huge impact on the fishing world. Besides all of us desperately missing our time on the bank, the wider effects are profound and will be with us for some time to come. This is exactly why the Angling Trust has set up a dedicated…
In a vital move to save fishing clubs close on the brink, the Angling Trust have been working flat out to help secure organisations across the country. It comes as Sport England’s Community Emergency Fund becomes available to help all kinds of sporting bodies survive the economic impact of the coronavirus crisis. With the covid…
Newly appointed Angling Trust CEO has certainly had a ‘baptism of fire’ with some of the worst flooding in recent history greeting his arrival, followed by the Coronavirus pandemic closing tackle shops and driving us from the banks. Earlier this week, Jamie and his team published When We Fish Again – aimed at getting us…
We’re all missing our fishing right now, but what can we do to keep the fire burning and our skills sharp? Orvis fly fishing guide and Angling Trust ambassador Marina Gibson has some great ideas to improve your casting and keep that angling spark alive if you are a fly angler. 1. Casting accuracy practice…
In the past decade, angling has made huge strides against fisheries crime. With the establishment of the Voluntary Bailiff Service (VBS) and multi-agency work with police and the Environment Agency, real progress has been made, but are you doing your bit? The Angling Trust’s National Enforcement Manager Dilip Sarkar reflects on our journey so far…
With beautiful fish and fishing illustrations spanning decades, most anglers will already be familiar with the evocative work of Chris Turnbull (www.christurnbull-artist.co.uk). We caught up with him to talk about his passion for angling, art and wild waters. So, Chris, you’re obviously a lifelong angler who enjoys painting fish as much as catching them. How…
What does it take to change the habits of a lifetime for an angler? In the case of Building Bridges volunteer Krzysztof Kaszuba, it was a case of love at first bite as soon as he got over initial challenges and caught his first pike on the fly. In this latest guest blog post, he…
In response to the many concerns expressed by fisheries managers about the viability of their businesses and the welfare of their fish stocks as a result of restrictions caused by the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, theInstitute of Fisheries Management (IFM) is offering some important advice for fisheries that have closed their doors during the pandemic. We’re…
