We have had a fair few heavy showers over the past 24 hours with more persistent rain over night so the river is looking in better condition than it has done for weeks.  As I write this it's raining and the forecast is for showers throughout the next couple of days.  Those of you who have been frustrated at the lack of water should now find conditions much more conducive to good fishing.

As I said a couple of days ago I have fitted a new seat to the boat as per Council instructions which should make fishing from the boat less of a strain on older knees.  The hight of the seat is crucial in this respect so do please let me know if you find the installation is too high or have any other comments on the seat.  I have another unit that can be fitted at the front end if the one already fitted meets with general approval.

I have singularly failed to discover whether the dun coloured damsel flies at the Tarn are immature common blues or a different species.  They seem to interact with the blue variety, but are smaller and there are less of them.  The trout don't seem fussy though and will eagerly leap from the water to take either colour so the flavour must be good. Damsel fly sandwich anyone?

Ian