You might like to see this additional example of similar rewards for being stealthy and observant that led to fishing exactly where the fish was, even though the approach was originally to try for a fish over behind the willow fronds on the other side of the river. Instead of chucking the line out there and possibly scaring this fish, all that was needed was a very short cast almost under the rod top and a very nice trout was the result. I didn't know the fish was there until it rose whilst I was taking a few extra moments to have a good look around the pool...
Regular Rod
Great picture and a nice illustration of the "shooting stick" philosophy in action. You have the makings of an interesting book on the Wye embedded in your blog.
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It so often pays to wait and see for a few moments, as you say, take you time, observe and be rewarded. Shame about the balsam though it's just everywhere isn't it.
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ReplyDeleteClick twice on the image! It's not Balsam! It's good old Willowherb, another vital ally in the quest to stay hidden. Much loved by bees and anglers alike. There is no Balsam on these 8 miles of the Derbyshire Wye, thanks to the dilligence of the keepers.
Regular Rod
Amen.
ReplyDeleteThat willow bush seems well placed. Dont like the work party pull it out or the fish might leave too.
What a very important point you raise about the willow. It was actually laid there deliberately by the keepers to create the overhang, feed lane and protection for the fish. It won't be getting pulled out any time soon!
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Regular Rod
Great post. What a beautiful hole for those fish to hang out. Lucky them. Tight Lines.
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