Thursday, March 20, 2008

Spring Rays

Despite some chilly northerly winds we found some big rays. Both were males in fine condition and happily released to make more baby rays....First time angler Bill Purle with a 18lb blonde caught in a strong tide
Pete Smith with a 14lb undulate from the Purbecks



Wednesday, March 19, 2008

March 2008 Trips

In the gaps between the strong winds we have started fishing after the February break. Most angler seem pleased to get out on the boat for a breath of fresh air (sometimes very fresh). The spring fish seem to be showing early and there are some good congers about...

Norman Berry 42lb conger
Peter Collins spotted ray
Peter Collins Smoothhound
Simon Garnet 40lb conger on 8lb tackle

Andy Herman 1st bream of 2008

Dave Lynes "Common" Smoothhound
Mike Cooke Starry Smoothhound
Nick Sale 30lb reef conger on 8lb tackle