Once again it has been great to see so many of you brave the conditions thrown at us during February, thank you. I think everyone would agree, the fishing was worth it. We had some electrifying action with rainbows along with some decent catches of grayling and a few pike during milder spells.
Kicking off with the trout, our bases at Loynton Fisheries and Watermark saw plenty of you take your first
lesson's in fly fishing not only learn how to do it, but also land some cracking rainbow trout in the process! Even on the coldest day's we saw a few midges hatch along with some great strikes by fry feeders. This meant both lures and midge/bloodworm patterns worked well, allowing everyone to get a feel for techniques which are most productive when you are just starting down that fly fishing road.
During milder conditions (their were not many) pike activity typically increased, providing some short spells of hectic, fun, fly fishing. At the end of the day, fun is what it's all about! While no monsters put in an appearance, I think the big take away from the above image is,
pike on fly is great fun and anyone can have a go.
We shall be leaving the pike to spawn in peace shortly and will look forward to more great pike fun during summer when they are at their explosive best!
February also produced some nice catches of grayling, great for several of you who made your very first grayling fishing trips. While much of the month saw action center around short line nymphing techniques, the mildness of recent days brought on hatches of midge and large dark olives, plus a few rising fish. Great to switch to the dry/nymph combo and watch those flies sipped down once more! A perfect build up to the coming river trout season.
Best Fishes
Steve
