There was a cracking turnout with Yorkshire fielding 9 members, and the NW 11. As usual it was great to meet old faces and meet some new ones.
The Yorkshire Posse!
A few people deserve a special mention - firstly our bionic man Antony George who is slowly being rebuilt piece by painful piece, he is still recovering from his latest surgery and should be taking it easy at home - instead he turned out to support the NW chapter and enjoy a bit of banter and fishing - amazing since he can hardly walk - much respect mate!
Secondly my thanks to LAS stalwarts Ian Lerway and Alex Makk who came from Nottingham to join us for the day - (this involved Ian picking Alex up at 5am! ) - it was great to see you both. Ian also came armed with yet more Poppers to add to my collection for a planned assault on my local sea trout - many thanks mate.
The atmosphere in the car park was fantastic as usual with the usual exchanges taking place and tackle ogling going on.
The fishing was really tough with only a few small pike and small perch caught.
Small but beautiful!
These get togethers are often about 'the social' rather than catching and the fish provided very little interruption today.
Not quite a blank for me! Taken on a drop shot rig and 4lb fluorocarbon!
The highlight of the day for me, among many, was the comments from these three reprobates from the wrong side.
I had just launched my lure sweetly across a narrow bay - and straight into a tree on the other bank! - followed by the helpful remark that squirrels were out of season - and another enquiry as to whether I had the correct license to be targeting them. - priceless
These three will henceforth be known as 'The Squirrel Police'
The fishing was frankly rubbish but the company was great and we all enjoyed the laughs.
Thanks to Mike for organising the Yorkshire mob - they are quite a handful! ....and to all who attended.
Thanks again all!
..and finally - true dedication to the cause...
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