Blagdon Social 2009
CAA Social at Blagdon, May 16th
At the AGM in March the idea of a social was discussed and a trip to Blagdon agreed. So make space in your diary for an enjoyable day at one of England's premier stillwaters with fellow CAA members. Blagdon is a large water with a good head of fish. It can be very challenging but is a beautiful naturalised venue which can respond well to an imitative, nymph or dry fly approach (boobies & lures can also score).
Details below:
Date - Sat May 16th.
Fishing - feel free to either fish from the bank or share a Boat (N.B. If you want a boat it's worth booking ahead to avoid disappointment). The boats are good but don't have petrol engines, so you'll either need to supply arm power (fine as long as it's not windy) or arrange for an electric motor.
To hire an electric motor - Blagdon Engine Hire: Andy or Debs, 01761 463211 or 07766 022726
Cost - tickets can be bought at Woodford Lodge (Chew Valley Lake) or from the Lodge at Blagdon itself. Day tickets (bank) is £17.50 (boat, each angler) is £26.00. Concessionary and junior tickets are available at reduced rates.
Itinerary:
Meet for breakfast at Woodford Lodge, Chew Valley Lake, 8.00 am (they provide a good breakfast at a reasonable rate).
Arrive at Blagdon for a 9.30 am start.
Meet up for the weigh-in at the Blagdon Lodge at 8.30 pm. N.B. This will depend to some extent on the conditions. If they're terrible this may be earlier, if excellent (eg the fish are still rising) this may be pushed back. To check on the day, call or text Peter on 0780 147 1669).
In the interests of being sociable we may also wish to meet up at the lodge or at points around the lake to share our packed lunches around 1-2 pm (normally the slow part of the day anyway).
A small prize will be awarded prize for the best basket of trout.
For further details or to book tickets call Bristol Water on 01275 332339. The following links may also be useful: