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At work we have to follow RYA interpretations of the Gov guidance. As I type they have told us that recreational boats can only be used from public places. Apparently Clubs, Boatyards and Marinas are not public spaces I have had to send out notices stopping Members using their boats but it may well change again unless it does, much to our disappointment when there are toothy critters about, Alfresco will have to drop out. The Marina Manager cannot tell his berth holders to stay put and then bugger off fishing.

Lots of conger in the car park, with pout and the odd small whiting, it kept me busy. Finished off with a decent bass but all lost 2 good ones just shy of the net. Great to be out on such a lovely day.

I have contacted PHC for their view on recreational angling during lockdown, will post their reply when I get it

I am sure we are in the picture some where but not enough detail to be sure, we were anchored just north of the boat on the right.

No pictures, loads of doggies, and whiting and conger on Marichelle today. Very pleasant in the sunshine.

Picked up some frozen bait on my way past wessex on my way home yesterday. just in case

Thanks for the birthday wishes guys. Much Appreciated. Not doing a lot, no alcohol or cake for me today just rice pudding and mince pies I know how to celebrate

We asked Blake what he wanted to do as a treat for his 9th Birthday, he wanted to take his friend Harvey out fishing for the day. So today was the day. Popped into Co-op for supplies for them, then Andy for bait and on the boat for a late start of ten o’clock. Safety talk and a few rules for the day before we left and a nice steady motor through the harbour, first time on a boat for Harvey so expecting anything may happen. Not the best of weather but at least it was dry. Looking good so off to the Swash for a drift. New crew taking over. Not a touch after a few drifts and had enough of the continuous wash off passing boats so decided a change of area. Off to the Beach. First drift and Blakes rod bends over, thinking it’s hung in until I felt it take more line than the drift speed, the guys got this little beauty to the boat. Biggest fish Harvey had ever seen so he was really impressed. His tea sorted out. A few drifts with wrasse and pout, no flatties and as the wind steadily increased we called it a day around 3pm. A couple a worn out happy lads after their beef burger lunch at sea. Harvey handled the rock and rolling all day and got his sea legs no problem. They are hatching a plan for their next trip. 😀 A great treat for a cod to show up and a lovely bonus for them.