Mal Thomas

With a changeable forecast we had a few alternative plans, hide or run deep, run deep won, we really like that unknown catch element. The sea was moderate with a forecast to reduce and it did. It turned out to be a calm day at Sea with limited visibility all day, the Needles were not always there, similarly Old Harry. Inshore mackerel were elusive, but we had some on anchor, just enough for the day, plus frozen for chopping up and feeding at the stand. The day was even longer than my last at 14 hours, but every minute was nearly enjoyable. On this mark, on two visits, I have been beaten up by something very large, that was the not so enjoyable bit. Both times it has bitten through immediately or swipe through 80lb hook length way up the trace. New hook length 130lb, and if it is what I think it might be, I will drop a wire down for good measure as well on the next visit. Dropped the anchor down about 8.00am, we had a bit of flood and all the Ebb before we headed back to port. We have never seen so many 12 inch congers, we moved 500yards and left them behind. The witching hour was upon us and the rod tips did not disappoint, plenty of fish including Blondes up to small doubles, Tope and a good Bull Huss of 10lb. We really need to keep an accurate tally, we had plenty of sport all day and all fish returned except for the mackerel. A good smooth run in followed by a good wash down and a pint of Guinness to end a great day with my good buddy.

Had a great trip, White tailed Eagle chasing Ospreys with fish. Awesome.

Going tomorrow, will report back.😀

Let's hope not.

Also looking to do this one weather permitting.

I use a pair of Sony bluetooth speakers they have a good tone and good rechargeable battery life.

I have been onto the MMO today and had a very good conversation with Mr Havelock, he said exactly the same as all the others as expected but said he would pass it up the line which is all you can hope for. That makes about 6 or 7 different authorities' I have made contact with and made our feelings know. All you can do is keep on knocking on the door.

Happy birthday🎂

Happy belated birthday buddy.

Happy birthday Mick.

Happy birthday mate.

Happy Birthday John.

Good read and some good news.

Happy Birthday Andy🎂

Happy birthday, we hope you build on your last season of learning and have another good year.🍺 Space at the Dinner dance is still available if you can make it, great meal at a very good price.

Happy Birthday Mr Coalfish, have a nice day.🎂

Well done on the sale BTW, albeit tinged with sadness.

We really need to find a way to help members move on all this tackle we acquire over the years. Any ideas anyone, is there a specific app for selling on.

Happy Birthday Paul welcome back.

Belated wishes from me, sorry missed the thread and works gone mad.

Happy Birthday Martin, have a nice day.🎂

Dear Members. Please be aware we have downloaded our safeguarding policy from the Angling Trust and I will be the Safeguarding officer in my term of office. If any abuse, bullying or inappropriate activity occurs that you are unhappy and believe it warrants reporting with within our membership then please report the incident to me and we will follow the set out reporting procedure's in accordance with the policy. Thankyou for your understanding and cooperation. Mal.

Brighten up a February evening with a insight into our Blue fin Tuna fishery from a registered charter skipper, Steve a close friend of our club for many years has agreed to come along and give us a talk. Please show your appreciation with a like below👍

Happy belated birthday wishes.🍺

Good luck finding some