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Great post Mal. I think that getting things straight in our mind is important as there are so many problems and so many agencies that it is hard to see the wood for the trees. One question - what is WRAGS? I assumed it might be something like Wessex Recreational Anglers Group but when I googled it I found the Work And Retrain as a Gardener Scheme! Maybe that helps us see the wood in the trees 😂 Keep up the good work and yell if you want some more input. Cheers Max

Hi Mal Thank you for the invite to this event. I agree it did feel more constructive than some of the other events. My main observation which I wanted to share is that I think it will take time for this process to bear fruit. As you pointed out the level of RSA engagement has dwindled for a number of reasons and for that to reverse one of the main things which has to change is for the sector to start to see the benefits of continued/increased engagement. So we must be patient while not being fobbed of by platitudes - perhaps we need to agree some tangible actions with SIFCA (and other bodies) which are aimed at promoting our interests? Is it worth having an agenda item at the next meeting to feed back and discuss the approach with a view to getting some more members actively involved in the dialogue? Thanks again and regards Max

Happy to attend. Which one are you going to? And do WE have a specific agenda ? i.e. Not theirs but ours 🙂 Cheers Max

Good question Mal I'm in Lytchett Matravers so anyone coming down the A350 passes quite close by and I'd happy to buy beer, coffee or whatever in return for a lift please. Many thanks

Apologies I'm still not completely mobile yet - although I'm walking I'm not driving. Hopefully soon though. Have a good meeting everyone

Good news that you are back in the game. You made such a big investment last year that the experience is sure to pay off. We'll be watching with interest.

Apologies from me too - we have family visiting. Have a good one

Cracking fish there Jerry & crew. Well done!

I'm wondering what an adult panto entails but not sure I really need to know 😆 14 hrs is probably beyond my endurance these days - half a day seems about my limit Well done on getting out - its cold at the moment!

Similar outcome on Saturday on the edge of the spoil ground (but no porpoises 😞 ) Lots of school bass in the main channel but nothing sizeable. I did get a visit from the SIFCA fisheries patrol vessel and had a chat about size limits, close season etc but they seemed satisfied I knew the regs so no drama. Nice to see them out though

Hopefully give it a go tomorrow if I get a couple of things sorted today. Will head for 50:50 or Spoil ground.

I've registered Alan. If any members have specific points or questions they want to get across let me know and I'll do my best to deliver them Cheers Max

Happy belated birthday Mal. Hope you managed to get out in the beautiful weather

https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/coast-and-sea/tide-tables/8/36a Close enough for Holes bay

Have a good one Stuie 🍻