Beginners to the Water

Some twenty seven new fly anglers had a great day at the waters edge fly fishing for brown and rainbow trout .  Blessed with fine weather all angler struck lucky with some super fish coming to the bank.  With mentors allocated and rods assembled it was off to the water for some fishing and instruction.  The group fished the morning hard, meeting back at the lodge for some very welcome food and refreshments.  

All set for the aftenoon session and with a cooler feel to the breeze our angler continued to learn and experience the thrill of flyfishing.   Top catch for the day went to Roma 

Roma and prizes

Reflecting on the ones that got away

Fishing for Forces 2013

Fishing for Forces, take to the water once again,  with a great bunch of troops.   This clip  captures some fantastic angles  while reinforcing the real message...    Well done FFF.

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Youngsters enjoy an action packed day....of fly fishing

1st Prize, Ben collects a complete outfit from the club chairman.

As the youngsters take on their parents it was fish all round. 

Fishing action was hot as temperatures soared in the Meon Valley, (Saturday 20 July)....  Fishing took place a Meon Springs, this being our the first event following Keith Poulton's departure for a well deserved retirement, (all the best Keith). The new team did him proud as they catered and assisted though out the day.  Following an introduction and safety briefing Dads and children set off with their mentors for the day.

Rebecca showing the girls have what it takes

With the youngsters setting the pace, it was not long before the first fish came to the bank.  Dad's did try to keep up but the order of the day saw some great fish to 4lb being landed.  Top spots went to Ben Sizer  15, for the boys with Rebecca Bland 10, showing girl power..  

Finally Dad of the day and first time fly fisher, Basil Sheppard, took the adult honours with as super rainbow in prime condition.

Finally a huge thank you goes to all the supporters who made the day possible.

Basil receives his prize