Lower Lliw Report (See Venue)
Now that the weather has warmed up a bit fish are coming up in the water, about 3 to 4 feet down from the float on worm.On fly intermediate lines and nymphs has been the best method to try.
Best areas have been the far corner of the dam wall, and from the disabled up past the oak tree.
Best bags (all 6 fish), Colin Sullivan 8lb 13oz, Brian Jones 8lb 10oz, T Evans 8lb 2oz, N Roberts 7lb 10oz.
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<>Learn the art of casting and catching trout
The Salmon and Trout Association are organising a fly fishing training day at two venues this Year. Both adult and children are invited to learn casting a fly as well as identity a trout’s natural food all necessary to catch trout. The one day courses are  subsidised by the Salmon & Trout Association and will only cost £10 per child and £20 per adult..
The first course will be held at Duffryn Springs on Saturday May 10th. Second course will be held on the River Usk on Saturday July 21st. Those taking part can choose between Salmon or Trout fly casting
For more information or to book contact Mat Holloway on 07740 869620 or email holloway.mat@googlemail.com
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Fourteen brave ladies (and Molly the spaniel mascot) enjoyed a weekend fly fishing retreat at Caer Beris Manor Hotel at Builth Wells from 11-13 April at the first ever Casting for Recovery event to be held in Wales. Casting for Recovery, a unique outdoor-based programme specifically designed for women who have, or have had, breast cancer, provides fly fishing programmes at idyllic retreats around the UK and Ireland. The Caer Beris retreat was only the third to be held in the UK, the first of its kind in Wales, and attracted several Welsh participants who were instructed by members of the Welsh Ladies Fly Fishing Team. Local MP Roger Williams also came along to wish the participants well as they went fishing for the first time at Llyn Gwyn fishery near Rhayader.

Any woman who has experienced breast cancer is eligible to apply to attend a retreat (with medical clearance from their doctor). Retreats take place over two-and-a-half days and all accommodation, meals, counselling, and professional instruction are provided at no cost to participants due to the financial backing of the Countryside Alliance. Trained medical staff and fly fishing instructors are on hand at all times and the fishing tackle and appropriate clothing is provided by Orvis UK.

Fly fishing offers proven benefits for recovering breast cancer patients. The casting action provides the gentle exercise recommended by physiotherapists for joint and soft tissue mobility. Fly fishing also offers participants a chance to reflect and escape in tranquil surroundings. Casting for Recovery was founded in the United States in 1996 and has since helped almost 3,000 breast cancer survivors.

The UK and Ireland Programme Co-ordinator is Sue Hunter, who recovered from breast cancer to become an international gold medallist fly fisher in the England Ladies team. Sue said: “The retreat was a huge success and we are glad that we have taken Casting for Recovery to Wales for the first time. The participants arrived on the Friday not knowing exactly what to expect and left on Sunday having made friends for life. The setting of the beautiful Powys countryside was perfect for the tranquil weekend we planned, but when some of the ladies caught their first fish their excitement was anything but tranquil! We hope to announce another Welsh retreat soon in order to offer many more brave ladies an idyllic weekend. ”

· Ladies interested in joining a retreat should email Sue Hunter at info@castingforrecovery.org.uk or write to Sue at: Casting for Recovery UK & Ireland, PO Box 3611, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 3BY

· Places at retreats are allocated by ballot and are subject to medical clearance.
· More information on CfR is available at www.castingforrecovery.org.uk
· Pictures are enclosed.
· The other retreats for 2008 are:
o 19th - 21st September 2008, Brookhall Trout Fishery, Lisburn, Co. Antrim (open to applications until 23rd June)
o 28-30 September – Duncton Mill Retreat, Petworth, West Sussex (open to applications until 23rd June)

Media enquiries should be directed to the Countryside Alliance press office in the first instance on 0207 840 9220, 07775 938792 or jill-grieve@countryside-alliance.org

Mr Terry Kerr from Llaithddu, Nr Llandrindod Wells had the catch of his life when he landed a 12 lb 1 oz Rainbow trout at  LLyngwyn Lake, Rhayader, recently.

FINE
Operating an unauthorised fixed net on the River Tywi Estuary at Ferryside on 24 April 2006 cost a Ferryside man £1,150 in fines and costs at Carmarthen Magistrate’s Court on Febuary 20th.
David Laughton Sandbrook Cole of Brigstocke Terrace, Ferryside was fined £400 and also ordered to pay costs of £750 in a prosecution brought by Environment Agency Wales. He had pleaded guilty to using an unauthorised net in the estuary. The net was confiscated by the Agency. The Court was told that on 24 April 2006 Agency Enforcement Officers found a stake net set on the left bank of the river downstream of Ferryside Railway Station. The net appeared to have been recently cleaned and no fish were present. Byelaws issued by the South Wales Sea Fisheries Committee (SWSFC) restrict the height of stake nets in the Tywi estuary to 1.25 metres, however the net being used on this occasion was capable of exceeding this height. Lawful nets are effective for catching bottom dwelling fish such as flat fish, but migratory fish can swim over them safely.
Cole admitted that the net was his but argued that the nature of the tides was such that the height of the net would not have exceeded the height restriction.
In response to this the Agency carried further investigations of the river which demonstrated that the net would have exceeded the limit. The argument became unnecessary as the Court ruled that the Agency need only establish that a net had the capacity to exceed the height restriction. As a result of that ruling the defendant amended his original pleas of not guilty to guilty although it was stressed on his behalf that it had not been his intention to catch migratory fish. Following the case Stephen Williams, Senior Environmental Crime Officer said: "These byelaws are aimed at conserving fish stocks and specifically protecting salmon and sea trout. Stake nets are designed to catch bottom-feeding species such as flat fish and are therefore allowed in suitable areas. Nets that are allowed to float with the rising tide are however far less discriminatory and hence banned from most estuaries. We must protect vulnerable fish stocks from exploitation and salmon and sea trout are in serious decline on the River Tywi. Our enforcement officers make regular patrols to ensure that rules and regulations are being observed, and this will continue."
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Llyn Alaw
With clearer water a couple of good loads of fish and cooler weather things have started to pick up at last at Llyn Alaw with fish taken on fly worm and spinner. Local angler Tom Williams has been doing well with fly having taken at least one limit bag on Black pennel and a Damsel.
Anglers using worm and spinner have also had some good catches specially near the water works and from the dam to Drofa Point.Another 700 Rainbow trout were stocked in to Llyn Alaw during the past week, this brings the total stocked this season to over 11,500 trout and more to come.
From now on some of the bigger fish will start moving in shore feeding on fry a long shanked Dunkeld is as good as any for these fish and it often pays to fish close along the shore.
Jim Clark
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Despite an algal bloom and some very hot weather catches at Llyn Alaw are still holding up with trout being taken from all areas even at the heavily fished places near the dam. However those anglers that try some of the more remote places are those that are likely to get the best catches. Alaw regular Dermot Greenan fished The Island to land a limit bag of six trout. Other anglers have reported good catches from Glan Gors and Meinier with good numbers of trout of two pounds plus taken. It is hoped that the worst of the algal bloom will soon be over and that the water will clear, in the mean time fish are still being caught and stockingt he lake will continue.
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Re: fly fishing trips in Russia - close to Alaska 2006
We're looking for fishing agents [or specialty travel agencies],capable to arrange groups of 2-5 fishermen for King  Salmon,Salmon & Trout fishing trips near Alaska.We offer guided fly fishing float river trips in Kamchatka
peninsula (Russia).(Far East of Russia, close to Alaska and Japan)World-class sport fishing.
Kamchatka has been decribed as, "like Alaska used to be 50-75 years ago, - but better".══
This 750 mile long peninsula boasts hundreds of miles of pristine,wilderness rivers, teeming with 6 species of Pacific salmon,arctic char and kunja (Siberian) char, and perhaps thebest rainbow trout fishing on the planet.══
1/3 part of all world salmon resources spawn in our peninsula!Our helicopter trips suppose ultimate wilderness and could be in demand for fishermen with means.Non-helicopter trips could be affordable for the majority of
fishermen, looking for adventure fishing travel. Airplane from Moscow arrives every day.
It means that trip duration may vary [according to your wishes].Standard trip is 1 week.10-day trips [9, 11, etc..] are possible as well. For more information contact addlogo addlogo@pisem.net
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WELSH LADIES FLY FISHING
15th of June 2006 will see the Ladies International Fly Fishing Event at Llyn Brenig, Cerrigydridion. For more information call Debbie Morgan 01970 611611 or email debbie@cambrian-new.co.uk

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FISH PASS
A £350,000 fish pass on Haverfordwest Town Weir has been officially opened (Monday 5 September 2005). Environment Minister Carwyn Jones and Dr Helen Phillips, Director, Environment Agency Wales marked the occasion by unveiling an information panel at the site, opposite Haverfordwest Town Hall.
The new pass incorporates the most modern technology. The design, known as a 'super active bottom baffle' is especially effective in reducing the water velocity within the pass so that fish can swim over the weir without the need to jump.
The fish pass took four months to construct and was completed in 2004.  In addition the Agency is using the site to trial an innovative research and development programme, to count the number of fish using the new fish pass.

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Llyn Alaw (Report)

As the season draws to a close ( the last day of fishing is on the 23rd of
October ) catches at Llyn Alaw have remained good. Local angler Keith Baines
of Llanfachraeth, Anglesey landed a bag of six trout fishing near the dam
and Llanerchymedd angler John Williams took another bag of six trout at
Fferam Isa.
These were not the only good catches several trout both browns and rainbows
were caught weighing arpound two pounds.
Despite the very rough weather at the start of the week by the end of the
week conditions had improved with the week end being mostly bright and sunny
ideal conditions for fly fishing. There are still plenty of sedges on the
water as well as other insects being blown from the banks and of course
bigger fish chasing fry close to the margins.

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GOING TO NZ
Try this web site www.troutfishingservices.co.nz
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Fly Fishing on the River Rother at Cowdray Estate

Cowdray Park Estate, Midhurst, West Sussex is now offering access to the River Rother which flows through the Viscount’s 16,500 acre estate, for fly fishing on either a day pass or a season pass.
River Fly Fishing is often said to be the cream of the sport. The 3 mile stretch of river is well stocked with irradiated brown trout and wild brown trout, with a mixture of other game fish including grayling and chub.  Accompanied outings are also available with Cowdray Park’s resident ghillie, Mark Williams, who is also the river keeper. These trips involve the supply of rods, reels, nets and flies. The ghillie can load the line for beginers, show you where the fish are likely to be and help you place the fly directly over the fish. He will also help you land the fish for a successful catch.
“The top spot along the river is the canal stretch. It is picturesque and the water is shallow so you can see the fish clearly,” comments Mark.“Fishing in the River Rother requires skill. It is active fishing, involving stalking the fish and placing flies in the correct positions,” he adds.
A day ticket with a 3 fish limit costs £30 without a ghillie or £100 with a ghillie. An accompanied evening trip, including a BBQ to cook your catch, costs £60 per person and can include groups of up to 20 people, ideal for corporate events.
A fisherman must have an Environment Agency Game Fishing Licence to fish at Cowdray Park. Membership costs £200 (+VAT) per annum and has a 21 fish limit. Extra fish may be caught for £3.50 per fish. For more information about ghillied trips or becoming a member please contact Darron Carver on 01730 817146.<>
For more information please contact Darron Carver on 01730 817146.

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The IGFA actively represented at

 fourth World Recreational Fishing Conference

 

Trondheim, Norway--- Focusing on the multiple challenges facing the recreational fishing community, representatives from across the globe including the International Game Fish Association participated in the fourth World Recreational Fishing Conference (WRFC) held in Trondheim, Norway in June.

           

Held in three-year intervals the WRFC provides a global meeting place for the recreational fishing community. 

           

IGFA President, Rob Kramer, and Fishing and Science Director, Jason Schratwieser, were among a unique mix of 200 scientists, governmental and non governmental organizations, recreational angling groups and industry leaders from 30 countries.  Sessions and presentations focused on subjects such as catch and release ethics and technology, science, management, and socioeconomics. 

           

Schratwieser, along with Jan Kappel of the European Angling Alliance, presented the closing plenary. The two men stressed better efforts of coordinating recreational fishing interests.

           

“The recreational angling community needs better coordination and participation on a number of levels,” said Schratwieser. “For example, anglers need to be coordinating with other anglers and non governmental organizations (like the IGFA), fishing advocacy groups and fisheries managements where they can help make policy changes. Recreational anglers need a stronger voice and better representation and one of the ways to do it is increasing this global coordination.  One of the other areas discussed was developing and sharing better socioeconomic analyses to demonstrate the impact that recreational fishing has, in terms of dollars, generated for economies.  We’ll see more of that in the future.”

           

The IGFA was selected to host the next conference in 2008 at its Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum headquartered in Dania Beach, Florida.  Previous meetings have been held in Dublin, Ireland; Vancouver, Canada and Darwin, Australia.  The impetus for the WRFC was spawned from the First World Angling Conference sponsored by the IGFA in Cap d’Agde, France in 1984.

           

Kramer added, “The IGFA is looking forward to continuing the rich tradition of the WRFC and is anticipating an internationally diverse attendance representing the entire spectrum of the recreational fishing community.”

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The recent very hot still weather made for difficult conditions during the day but there was improvement in the late evenings with fish coming close inshore and rising well to sedges.
Several anglers who fished late afternoon and evening on fly did well with the top flies for the week Diawl Bach, Invicta and Black Pennel. Some bigfish have been reported patrolling the margins and making sorties in to the shallows for shoals of fry as well.
During the day worm anglers have found it best to fish a long way out in the deeper water, local angler Bob Mummery from Benllech fished in deep water near the dam to take a good bag  with at least one of his fish at around three pounds in weight.
Llyn Alaw was stocked again  during the last week, at present the weather is a lot cooler, this has already brought an improvement in catches.
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Llyn Alaw
Another fantastic week at Llyn Alaw with good catches from all areasparticularly on fly. Good flies for the week were Haul Y Gwynt, Invicta,Bibio and Hare's Ear. Mr. Tom Evans and Mr. Char fishing from a baot landed
fish of over three pounds on fly and E. W. Griffiths had a good  bag on Hauly Gwynt. Although early morning or evening are best fo fly fishing fish have been rising and taken during the day but they are a bit harder to catch.
Plenty of trout of over three pounds in weight are still being taken with the best bag of the week at nearly eleven and a half pounds.Once again Llyn Alaw was stocked this time with 500 trout, this brings the
total for the season to 9,700.

Habitat Improvements and Fish Passes: Work will be carried out on habitat improvements covering a minimum of 178 km of river, primarily spawning tributaries. A number of major fish passes will be constructed along with other work to enable fish to regain access to about 80 km of suitable habitats.

Fishing Infrastructure: Working with angling clubs and fishery owners, the Fishing Wales. Project will target its efforts at providing high quality information, access and fishing facilities for anglers visiting Wales.

Marketing: The project is seeking to attract an additional 1,000 river game anglers each year to Objective 1 areas in addition to coarse, sea and still-water game anglers. Emphasis will be placed upon drawing to the principality conservation-minded anglers who will practise "catch and release"

For more information about the Fishing Wales project please email: sfp@environment-agency.gov.uk using the word ‘Information’ in the Subject field. Details about the project will be made available on the Environment Agency Wales website www.environment-agency.wales.gov.uk

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FREE FISHING

Welsh Fishery Pant-y-Bedw are offering free fishing at its Lakes near Carmarthen. The joint venture with the EA has granted a block licence to give new anglers a taste of fishing without a licence. For more information phone Roger platt on 01437 760081

SUPER TROUT

Trout breeding expert Nigel Jackson has promised to produce another British record within the next couple of months. The former Denver springs owner has agreed to supply at least one of his hand reared super record breaking fish to the Denver fishery making it the best ever. He has plans to introduce a 40lb plus into the fishery for £100,000

BACK FROM THE DEAD

Fishery manager Andrew Buckley turned paramedic when an elderly angler collapsed while playing a big brownie. War veteran Jack Ormerod collapsed after a lengthy battle with a Pennine Trout Fishery speccimen. Andrew asked for assistance from another angler and within 15 minute Jack revived from a heart attack.

LEARN FLY FISHING

Youngsters can learn to Fly-fish at the Seventh Rutland Water Fly Fishers Junior Evening. For entry form contact Andrew Flitcroft on 017780 754004 or 01733 465779

£200 DAY TICKET

Trout fishing entrepeneur Nigel Jackson is to open Britains most expensive day ticket water. The former Dever Springs owner who sold the famous fishery for £1.5 million earlier this year is planning to charge £200 a day at his new trout venue. Jackson who is planning to to open his new four acre fishery at Sutton Scotney in August will introduce 40lb super trout.

CHAMPION JOHN

Lohn Emerson over come a titanic setback to claim a popular victory in the Bob Church Classic at Grafham. John used a variety of tatics to tempt 14 fish for 29lb 14oz However only after changing his boat, due to his vessle springing a leak. The 41 year old engineer had only two days practice, before becoming champion.

RUTLAND RELEASE

Trout angler's will no longer be forced to kill fish that they catch, at one of Englands top trout fishery. The move to catch and release will give anglers the option following the successful trails at both Rutland and Grafham trout fisheries.