Avalon 16.02.2020

Todays Match was held at Avalon Fishery. With Storm Dennis making his presence on Saturday evening and forcast well in to Sunday, the numbers were very short indeed with only 10 booked in up until Friday. We ended up with 12 members fishing and to be fair conditions were not overly too bad. The slight wind was blowing directly down the lake and up until the draw the rain held off.

The decision was taken to use both side of the lake as the normal non road side was very wet and really did look to be a peat bog, but after swim 4 the area did firm a little.

To my surprise there was no Danny this week which is the first time since Ive been with the club that I think he's missed a match so i stood in and took the names

I didnt draw my peg this week and with 3 tokens left in the bag, there was Steve King, Martin and myself left to draw. Martin pulled the golden peg and I was secretly wanting peg 1 as to avoid the boggy walk; however with a grin bigger than a cheshire cat, in walked Steve King with nos 1 so I was left with unlucky 13.

The golden peg was drawn and this was peg 16

Draw as follows

Peg

1 - Steve King
5 - Shane Western
7 - Steve Warren
9 - Tony Newell
11 - Tony Fry
13 - Nigel
15 - Dave Tungsten
16 - Martin Western
42 - Dave Allen
44  -George Fletcher
46 - Paul Bowyer
48 - Phil Beards

After a labourious walk to my peg which was only half way along the bank and a required couple of stops I was please to have an end of island chuck, however I have drawn this before and the carp do come in. At this time the wind was ok and the rain had stopped for a bit so I gambled on 2 x 13m lines to my left and righ and a 10m line straigt out in front. I also set up the tip for the island . 13m wasnt out of the question today and on the all in I balled in micros and 4mm to my left and corn to my right which I fed on the hour every hour hoping to get a few stray carp. On the 10m line i did a groundbait and maggot line incase the tip didnt work, again topping up on the hour.

At 9.50 I was just getting my keepnets to put in and the hooter sounded the match which created confusion as this was 10 mins early. Apparently joker King had told the Guru Tart it was time to start and he sounded off (nothing new there then) then decided to check his watch. So with anglers still putting n their nets we did start the match 10 mins early. I fed my 3 lines and then tip to the island. By the time i put my rod down and bairly the bait hitting the bottom, the tip went around and I landed a carp to about 3lb. next chuck I had another about the same size. It then went quiet for 30 mins and to my right I could see Tony Fry into some rod bending action and I beleive that he caught a couple on the bounce.

To my left, Dave Tungstil seemed to be struggling on his 10m line and with the wind slightly increasing I thought to myself should I have bothered with these lines. The start of the next hour saw me have 3 fish by having to cast short of the island and then against the island and had to rotate this through the match to keep me catching. After 1 pm it went quiet for and hour so i tried my 3 pole lines but not a sign so after 45mins I went back on the tip. Straight away another fish,  a better carp to about 6 lb this time then a tench, bream and a couple of carp to the end of the match. My clicker said about 50lb athough Iwas only admitting to 30lb.

To the left of Dave I could see Martin having a good spell to the end with some decent skimmers and a couple of carp. To my right Tony also had a few fish near the end.

I managed to pack up and have a good days fishing and waited in anticipation for the scales. The talk was that the Guru Tart lost as many as he caught and that if he stooped using cotton as a hook length he may have landed a few more, but a few struggled on that side of the bank.

Martin had a cracking net of silvers including a Bream of 5.5lb and I can only appologise for not having any photos to show. It must have been very frustrating for Dave sitting next to him watching him land fish after fish.

Results

Overall

1st -Nigel Coram - 56lb
2nd - Steve King  - 40lb - 04 oz

Silvers

1st - Martin Western - 28lb - 08 oz
2nd - Dave Allen - 18lb - 12 oz

Well done to everyone that turned up and braved the elements. Next week its Viaduct - Cambell. Please contact Steve Warren to book in.

Reminder - Please can you bring your completed membership forms to me ASAP

I have a caravan booked for White Acres - 9th - 14 March if anyone is inerested let me know

Hot off the press - Ive received some pictures today that Im happy to show of the Guru Tart from the recent Avalon Trip

 

20 SECONDS LATER

 

Results

 

Tight lines and thanks for reading

09.02.2020 - Sedges

Match cancelled due to bad weather

Shiplate Fishery - 02.02.2020

Todays meeting was at the ever popular Shiplate Fishery in Bleadon. This time last year we were breaking ice off of the lake, but in a total contrast, the weather was fine but there was a keen northwesterly wind whch was blowing from one side of the lake to the other. If you were lucky to get pegs 9 -15 you would be in for a comfortable day but if you were on the other then fishing would be cold.

There was a great turn out today of 18 anglers with their names in the draw.

I was the first to arrive today quickly followed by a convoy of other vehicles and it wasnt long before the carpark was full and the overflow one was in use. As well as HLS on the main lake, all the other ponds were being fished on today.

I unloaded my gear and spoke with Mario Tony and our wishes for the day were to pull a peg an the far bank, catch a couple and finally was to have a framing peg, so not asking for too much. I paid my fees and gave out some fixtures and membership cards and then managed to grab a quick cup of tea.

The Guru tart turned up in  a bright red pair of trainers but had decisded to leave the bright pink ones of last week at home due to the amount of abuse that he had received. The last 2 we were waiting on today were Ex-chairman and John Bradford who finally made the draw on time.

The Golden peg was drawn and out poped 12A, an area that is good for silvers or carp

Draw

1 - Mutant George
2 - Guru Tart
3 - Kev Hayes
4 - Tony Fry
5 - Stan
6 - Eric
7 - Queenie
8 - Mario Tony
9 a - Lord C
10 - Sausage
11 - Shane
12 - Dave Allen
12a - Steve Warren
13 - Rich Coles
13a - Danny
14 - Tungsen Dave
14b - John Bradford
15 - Nige

After being the 4th person to draw and pulling out peg 15 I had my wishes answered, the wind on my back and a very good swim that consistantly produces. I was fortunate that no one asked me what peg I had drawn and I avoided the banter by swiftly getting my gear and head off for the long walk.

When I got to the peg It was perfect, flat water, sheletred from the wind and my first task was to remove some of the clothing and put on some factor 50. People have informed me that with this peg, if you cast towards the lawn near the reeds you would bag up. I set up a little bomb with banded pellet - (I was going to use bread but i left that at home). On the pole I set up at 11m in front and found the water at about 5 feet and a margin rig to my left on 2+2 which was barely 2ft deep. So very simple today, micro in front and i micro maggot combi in the margin.

On the all in I shipped out some micros on the 11m line and combi down the edge. The tip was put into action but my cast was a bit short of the target. I left it there for 5mins before a small tug and a mirror to about 6lb. That was possitive so I did the same again only ast to the clip where it sat there doing nothing for the next hour. I as bored of this so thought Id give a go on the 11m line and after 20 mins or so I had a couple of skimmers then a tench. I fed agian and the float sat there for a while before a small dink and a strike and the elastic was off. Now I wouldn't have minded a good day on the skimmers but this was definately going to be a carp area. After carefuly playing this fish I managed to net it at about 15lb. Fed again at 11m then tried before going to the margin which i had been putting in a few maggotts and micros every now and again. Nothing,  so I went out at 11m again and had a browse around the lake. George on 1 who was opposite me was like a fidlers elbow bringing in little ninjas and when I looked across to the Guru Tart he was in the bushes unhooking a branch. From what I could see there wasnt much going on.

The 11m line was doing well, a few more skimmers then a bream of about 3lb before another carp at about 8lb. I fed both line again before putting the tip out whilst I had a cuppa and a sandwich but nothing happened here so I kept on the 11m line until the last hour.

At 2pm I went on the margiin line with tripple maggot, a really shy bite and a strike and I was into a fiesty common. A feed again and a short burst on the 11m line but nothing so back on the margin and again within a few minutes the float dinked and another carp. I had a few more in the margin before the hooter went. A great days fishing for me, with no lost fish.

It was a hard day for most today, certainly those on the near side bank, with lack of fish and a cold wind in their faces

Results

Overall

1st - Nige Coram     - 59lb - 09oz
2nd - Steve Warren - 34lb - 09oz
3rd - Rich Coles      - 17lb - 06oz

Silvers

1st - Shane Western    - 15lb - 05oz
2nd - Steve King         - 13lb - 110z
3rd  - George Fletcher - 13lb - 10oz

So a surprise with the silvers anglers with Shane Western bagging on the tip using the wafter as he got bored using the pole after 10minutes.

Well done to al the framers and to everyone who attended. Please remeber that you need to book in by the Wedneesday and confirm with Steve Warren, pools money has to be received by 8.30 else you will not be enetered, draw takes place at 8.45.

Next week is at Sedges on Brick lake

Trinity - 26.01.2020

This weeks gathering was at the popular Trinity, fishing on Woodlands. The last few times weve fished on here t hasnt perfomed, but with the weather being settled for most of the week it had the offering of a few fish being caught. The forcast was not brilliant,  with fine drizzle and heavier rain at around lunch time. That didnt put members off though with 16 being booked in for the day which is a good turnout for this time of year.

I got there nice and early to park in a dry area; however, others had the same idea and there was atleast 8 people there by 7.45. The new Chairmann - The Guru Tart was sporting a new pair of boots that his wife had bought him. To be fair to her, shes got a great sense of humour as they were bright pink to match his pink bobble hat and his pink bait tech groundbait bucket. I think hes finally releasing his feminine side before he actually comes out. Its a trip to Specsavers next for Phil as he swore they were burgandy.

After the customery micky tacking and Danny winding George up over his less than active Canal fishing session on Wednesday (now who doesnt catch fish on the canal) oh - George doesnt, it was time for the draw.

The Guru Tart wanted a close peg as not to get his new boots dirty and drew just over the bridge which is a good silvers peg whilst the rest of us just got on with the day.

Draw as follows

Golden peg 22

1 - Rich Cole
6 - Nige
7 - Kev
8 - Tony Fry
10 - Steve Warren
11 - Dave Allen
12 - Shane
13 - Martin
15 - Tony Newel
22 - Nick Selway
23 - Dave Tungstile
24 - George
25 - Danny
28 - Steve King
28 - Phil
31 - Brian

With the wind blowing into the corner of my peg at the start I was in boyant mood as this swim can produce; however it was did start changing direction through the match. I chose a small cage feed for a short chuck to my right, the a margin rig to the tree stump about 8m to my right and 11m straight infront.

On the all in I put a small ball of ground bait infornt with a few micros and a small pot of maggots to the stmp before starting on the tip. After 30mins nothing on the tip so went staright out in front, after a few shy bite the float went and I hooked into a carp. With the elasting stretching across the lake I managed to get it in a position in front of me before it took off again and then the hook pulled.

After re-feeding and then trying different areas I couldnt get a bite so went over my11m line again to then pick out 6 skimmers. Even thoughI fed the stimp with 3 or 4 maggots all day I coulnt get a bite and finished with barely a pound to my name.

I could see Rich coles opposite me landing a few carp and losing 1 and some looked to be of a decent size. Steve King on 28 caught a few late carp and a few skimmers but I couldnt really see too much else going on around me.

So I wasnt sad to hear the all out shouted as a poor day for me, with the wind and rain blowing into our faces and presentation being made difficut. Looking at the results it has fished hard agin and since the platforms have been removed the fishing on the far side of this lake has not been as successful as once was or is it just the weather putting the fish off

Results

 Overall

1st - Tony Newel       - 41lb - 09 oz
2nd - Rich Coles        - 35lb - 15 oz
3rd - Martin Western - 23lb - 02oz

Silvers

Ist - Steve King           - 14lb - 04 oz
2nd - Danny Donohay - 6lb - 06oz
3rd - Dave Allen         - 4lb - 12 oz

Well done to thsoe who attended today and braved the elements.

Next week is at Shiplate Main

Please remember that pools are now payable by 8.30 and the draw is at 8.45, you need to book in with Steve Warren 07702676869. Please remember to complete membership forms and return to me.

HLS AGM - 17.01.2020

AGM Minutes 2020

 

Minutes of the AGM at 37 Club, Puriton 17.01.2020 -  7.30pm

 

1  - Attendees

 

Phild Beards, Steve Warren, Dave Allen, Martin Western, John Woolenscroft, Kevin Hayes, Stan Butt, Danny Dannahay, Tony Fry, Steve King, Roger Coombes, Shane Western, Nigel Coram

 

2  - Apologies

 

Paul Bowyer

 

3 -  of minutes of 2019 AGM

 

The minutes that were recorded and published on the club blog were approved.

 

4 - Chairman’s Report

 

The Chairman opened the meeting thanking those who attended. The chairman thanked the committee and members for their contribution throughout the year. He reported that due to his ill health that he hasn’t been able to attend as many matched that he would have like; however the matches that he has attended has been enjoyable.  It was with regret that due to the ongoing illness that he would not be seeking re-election.

 

5 - Treasurers report

 

The completed report was still being completed to show a full account. However the starting balance for the season was £157.99 and ended at £287.99 a profit of £130.Going forward the accounts will be more detailed to show income and out goings.

 

6 - Secretary report

 

As no appointed personnel, no report was able to be obtained

 

7  - Fixture Secretary report

 

Fixtures completes and fairly well attended. 2020 Fixtures with the exception of 3 have been confirmed. Away day at Todber was attended well as was the Christmas Match. Both venues that hosted the 2019 fixtures will be used again for 2020.

 

 

 

2020

 

 

1 - Appointment of officers

 

Following the resignation of the chairman, a new Executive Committee was selected and voted on by the memebers as follows

 

Chairman –                             Mr Phil Beards

Secretary –                              Mr Nigel Coram

Treasurer –                              Mr Shane Western

Match day Secretary –            Mr Steve Warren

Fixtures Secretary-                 Mr Steve Warren

 

Committee members

                                                Mr Martin Western

                                                Mr Tony Fry

 

2 - Club Constitution

 

A new club constitution along with new club rules were presented, discussed and agreed with all members in attendance. It was agreed that the new club Constitution would be given to all club members in the coming weeks.

 

3 - Fees

 

The members were presented with documentation that showed the 2019 cost and proposed 2020 cost due to an increase in fishery match cost. It was agreed that the match fees were to increase to £16 per match from £15.50. Membership fees were agreed to increase to £20 per annum. The fees would go towards the cost of the Christmas Match and the away day where the Executive committee would discuss the best ways of distributing any funds.

 

4 - Fixtures

 

A new fixture Secretary was proposed and accepted. All fixtures with the exception of 3 are confirmed. The away day to be confirmed at Todber Manor and the remaining 3 fixtures could be held at Pawlett Ponds. Phil Beardsley to confirm the Todber fixture whilst Steve will work on the 2021 fixture list. Christmas match to take place at Trinity Waters

 

5  - Any other business

 

It was discussed that membership forms to be completed to ensure we have emergency contacts in case of any incidents. The minutes of AGM, the breakdown of fee proposals, payout form and constitution to be given to its members as soon as possible.

 

New members were discussed and that it was agreed that proposed new members would be put to the executive committee to vote on whether they would be accepted or declined.

 

6 - Date of next meeting

 

It was discussed that a meeting will be held of the executive committee will be held in march at a time and venue to be agreed to discuss any potential issues, new membership proposals

 

Meeting closed at 9.40pm

 

Sedges -Tile lake - 12.01.2020

After the possitive turn out last week, we were down to 16 for this weeks trip to the Sedges. After a difficult hard match last week,  im sure thats why a few didnt attend today. It was a very overcast grey day when we arrived with the odd bit of drizzle and a keen wind blowing across the lake.

For those on pegs 20 + they would have a comfortable day with the wind blowing on their backs but on pegs 30+ then the wind was dirextly into their faces.

George announced that he had some goodies left over from xmas and he was going to give them to the person with the least weighed weight on the day and the one who caught most.

Golden peg was drawn and peg 23 was pulled

Draw today

21 - Big Nick
23 - Tax man Brian
24 - Dick
25 - Sausage
26 - Mutant George
27 - Nige
28 - Eric
30 - Mario Tony
31 - Tony Fry
32 - Dave Allen
34 - Rich Coles
35 - Danny
36 - Queenie
38 - Lord C
39 - Tunsten Dave
40 - Shane

This was a very poor match with nothing to write about except Big Nick catching well on peg 40 and Lorc C on on 38 with weights over 100lb each. All others struggled on the day and many packed away befor ethe end f the match.

Results

1st -  Nick Selway     - 137lb - 13 oz
2nd - Martin Weston - 110lb - 12 oz
3rd - Tony Newell     - 36lb - 10 oz

Silvers

1st - Paul Bowyer     - 11lb - 02 oz
2nd - Dave Allen      - 9lb - 01 oz
3rd - Brian Chivers   - 7lb - 10oz

Well done to all those who attended. Next week is at Avalon - draw 8.30

Friday 17th - AGM at ROF Club 19.30  - your view does matter

The prizes that George gave away -

1st overall   - Nick Selway

 

Last  - lowest weight - Steve King

5.01.2020 - Chilton trininty

 Results for Trinity match on Woodlands Lake