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Fishing Returns
 To give an idea of how the lake is fishing we publish information taken from the returns provided in the fishing lodge. Last year we had a cold start to the year but it was nothing compared to last winter. During the winter months the lake was often frozen over and only a few determined fishermen  ventured out in February but they were rewarded with 149 fish caught, an average of over 3 fish per person. News travels fast and March produced some excellent fishing with 460 fish caught, an average of over 4 fish per person.
When you consider some of our members will fish for only a few hours at a time that’s pretty good going.
The water is incredibly clear at the moment and there have been numerous reports of very good fly hatches producing some excellent sport. Lets hope the fishing continues like this for the rest of the season.
Fish Tracking
Last season we decided to introduce a method of tracking over wintered fish. To do this any trout stocked in the 2009 season were marked with a small blue spot on their underside. In subsequent years the fish are marked with an additional blue spot. Our members check for blue spots when returning or taking their catch and record whether one was present when entering details of their catch in the log book.
 Long Term Catch Rate
 Over the last five years the average catch rate per member works out at just under two fish per visit. While our members enjoy fishing on a catch and release basis they can also take up to three fish per day. Many of our members fish on a catch and release basis and statistics show that on average only 20% of stocked trout are taken each year. That coupled with regular stocking should mean there are plenty of fish to be caught.
Membership Renewals
Our membership is run on a non-commercial basis. We limit the numbers of members to ensure the fishery remains unspoilt and a unique and pleasurable place to fish. We ask all our members to renew their membership promptly as not doing so could result in a new member taking their place.
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