Just a short update on conditions here this morning as I need to be out in about 5 minutes.  It's a glorious sunny day. Cold and sparklingly clear with stunning views up and down the valley.  The river is in similar condition with crystal clear water flowing strongly over the runs and riffles.  A day when approaching the banks without spooking the fish will be a challenge.

My musings yesterday about the presence of sea trout prompted one member to ring me and propose a night time foray after these fish.  We will do so soon and I will let you know how we get on.  It should be interesting whatever we turn up.

It seems that the media are picking up on the activities of the sabs.  Our esteemed Secretary had a phone call last evening from the Manchester Evening Post asking for his views on the incident at Caton on August 12th.  Apparently the reporter got his details from the MAA website.  It's good that the clubs presence is recognised but there are personal security implications here that we must give some thought to.

Ian