Wednesday 7th July 2010 – Fly Fishing
The evening started with a video, introducing us to the science of “Fly’s”
and “Nymph’s” and the different types of Fly Fishing available. I have never seen so much excitement when the members of the fishing club served coffee…………but the lack of biscuits was a bit disappointing.
As the video finished (and Patrick’s attention was revived) it was out to the lake, and time for us to get some Nymph’s on the end of our Rods. (calm down Twiggy, I know what your thinking!)
Having split into 3 groups, a quick brief was handed out by each fishing member, and then it was over to us to master the fine art of casting. I failed this, having been told I had too much wrist action…………………no comments please.
Patrick look relaxed, Kevin looked comfortable, Woody looked at ease.
Adam panicked as his fly caught on weed in the water and his rod tensed.
Laughter came from us all at the bank, but wait a minute, Is that?, Oh yes.
Adam had actually caught a fish, and within a couple of minutes of his first attempt. Well done Mr Chairman.
The night continued on with Mark, causing the other groups to take cover as his fly’s whizzed by overhead, and I was continually untangling the line.
As Mr Chairman called an end to the night, 2 people were still busy casting, looking to better that catch by Adam earlier in the evening. Yes, you’ve guessed it, Paul and Simon, had yet again revived the Addison family challenge, and neither were going to give up first, knowing that the other still had a chance of a catch. I know it does not exist in the Addison family , but I think we’ll call this one a draw.
One Roundtable member who was noticeable by his absence was Ian Bryan. Was he keeping away after causing £80.00 of damage to the kit at last years Pole Fishing event?, and will the two guest’s be back, or have we scarred them away for good?
Finally the Biggest Catch of the Night Award goes to……….surprisingly not Adam, but…………Simon Addison.
His judgement and skill was outstanding when he hooked his 12st catch.
(It’s a shame it was his tutor, who was standing on dry land.) Thankfully there were no injuries as a result.
…and another good night was had by all.
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