Another bright. sunny and rather cold morning with little or no breeze.  There was a classic temperature inversion in the valley early on with a distinct margin about half way up the valley sides.  The river was completely obscured by thick mist or cloud but from about 60 feet up everything was bright and clear.  You never have a camera handy at such times.

I have taken the decision to remove personal contact details for myself and the Secretary from the web site.  A sad necessity, but I suppose that one can't be too careful given the malicious behaviour of the moronic fringes of the anti blood sport brigade.  Contact can still be made via email and all members know how to contact both Michael and me by phone.

The river is in great shape now. Levels are just right for good fishing all down the fishery and water quality is as good as it's been all season.

After speaking to Dave Parrish at the YDMT I am hopeful that they will approve an application for funds to fence Cam Beck and if they do we should be able to begin work here in October.  This will protect this vital spawning beck from damage by livestock and enable the bank-side vegetation to regrow thus providing cover for fry and habitat for invertebrates.  The main hold up may be seeking EA approval for any watering point or livestock crossing that the farmer may require.

Any one with comments or observations on this do let me know.

Ian