After two years of negotiation we are very pleased to announce we have now obtained the fishing rights for the Wildlife Pond in Ashtead Park. This is a two and a half acre lake situated below the Rookery Pond with entrances from the A24 and Ashtead Park. As the members that have attended the work parties have found out a lot of work has been going on to improve the lake and a lot more is planned for this year. It has the makings of a great fishery and this years plans are very ambitious but we think we can succeed. There has been quite an interest from the local press and with the EA, SWT, SCC and MVDC on our side who knows what is possible.
Click here for working party dates.
Restocking at Wildlife Pond.
In November last year the Environment agency released 100 small Tench and Crucian Carp into the Wildlife Pond, this was followed in April this year by 50 quality Perch ranging from 8ozs to 1lb. This is part of a restocking programme which we hope will continue over the next two years as the water conditions improve.
Junior Pole Fishing Course
Back by popular demand, we will be holding a whip & pole day on Saturday May 17th. Whips will be provided and expert tuition with a margin pole from qualified coaches and some of our match team. After setting up their own rigs they will set about mastering the Poles followed by a Roach competition. Last time we held this event a total of 392 were caught in all and transfered to the top pond. Call Eric for details. 01372 377654
OPEN DAY
This years Open Day will be on Saturday 26th July and we hope it will be as successfull as last yaear. With so many attending it was better than ever and we would like to thank everyone who came along for the event, and all the members who helped. So come along and help or just turn up for the fun.
TOP POND TROPHY MATCH
This years match will take place on August 17th. This has become a very popular event and last year all 16 places were booked very quickly.
Despite the rain and poor fishing conditions, everyone stuck it out in the true spirit of the competition and the trophy was won by Neil Finn with the top weight of 12lbs.
Second place went to David Janson with 11lbs, and John Atkin came third with 8lbs. 2ozs
Everyone enjoyed the day despite the weather and once again the Bar-B-Q was a great success with our thanks going to everyone who contributed to the event.
Working Parties.
With so much work being done at the wildlife pond in Ashtead Park, There has been very little done to our other venues. We really need your help so that we can organise even more work parties. You enjoy catching the fish so come along and help us maintain the fisheries.
Click here for pictures of previous work parties.
Gift Vouchers
With Subscriptions for the new season rapidly approaching, why not get someone to give you a gift voucher towards next seasons membership. Click here to view and download an application form.
Erics mobile tackle shop.
Who needs a tackle shop when we've got Eric! You need look no further for your tackle requirements than our Chairman & Membership secretary who travels around finding the best deals he can for the membership. Just call him on 01372 377654 and he will be very happy to discuss your needs. If he hasn't got it in stock he will do his best to get it for you.
NEW FISH CARE RULES
In April 2005 the LDAS committee approved a range of rules which are aimed at ensuring that fish caught on the Society's waters are returned entirely unharmed to the water. Sadly these are still not being observed by all members despite being published in the membership books.
BIG BROWNIE
THIS TRULY SPECIMEN BROWN TROUT WAS CAUGHT ON THE FETCHAM STRETCH OF THE MOLE ON 23RD JANUARY 2005.
And it didn't take one of our matchmen to catch it.
Although his dad is holding the fish, it was in fact caught by 9 year old Jack Munnings.
Congratulations Jack! everyone wishes it had been their fish.
(Click on the image for a larger picture)
SPRING GROVE PONDS
Since the ponds at Spring Grove were re-opened, the club has been in constant discussions with Mole Valley District Council, Thames Water, and the Environment Agency to improve the condition of the water. As a result, sacks of barley straw were introduced to help controll any algea problems, the main drain has had a thorough clean and the silt trap at the water inlet has been completely refurbished. Trees have been removed along the inlet and the construction of a reed bed to filter the water before it enters the pond has now been completed. With the addition of a bridge to cross the inlet the whole area has been greatly improved. Combined with working parties clearing the leaf litter from the bottom, we aim to create even better conditions for restocking.
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