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  The fisheries & angling team

  3 April 2022

  The team undertake a diverse range of work including looking after the Trust's £40 million worth of fish stocks, managing agreements with over 250 different angling clubs and helping more people, especially youngsters, take up angling on the canal. Follow this blog to keep updated with the thoughts and work of the team.

Features

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  Join us at the Commonwealth Communities Celebrations 2022

  17 March 2022

  We are proud to be a founding partner of United by Birmingham 2022, the community brand of Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Together we can create a positive impact on local communities, help the delivery of the games and create a legacy for the future.

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  How fish climb

  6 November 2019

  There are many different styles of fish passes created on our canals and rivers to help fish 'climb' past locks, weirs and other man-made structures on their migration routes.

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  Why do fish need oxygen?

  16 August 2018

  During particularly dry summers, we sometimes need to add oxygen to our canals, rivers and reservoirs because there isn't enough in the water to keep fish alive. But why do they need it, and which fish need it most?

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  Angling club bailiffs

  11 January 2018

  The role that angling clubs’ bailiffs play in looking after our fisheries is vital. Not least for spotting illegal fishing or pollution issues. But did you know many of them are volunteers?

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  14 tips to help anglers share the space

  4 January 2018

  It costs us around £200m a year to run the waterways, and boaters, anglers and canoeists all pay for the right to use them. Everyone needs to share the space considerately.

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  Angling histories

  16 November 2017

  Discover more about the heritage and history of angling, including the stories of the greatest anglers through the ages.

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  My favourite peg

  11 August 2016

  With so many places on our canals and rivers to go fishing, what makes one particular fishing spot a special favourite? It may be fond childhood memories, good-sized fish, easy access or a nearby canalside pub.

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  Fishing from my boat

  22 June 2016

  With well over 30,000 licensed craft on our waterways, it’s not at all surprising that a good number of people tick both the boating customer and angling customer boxes.

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  Seven reasons why fishing is good for you

  17 March 2016

  Read our top seven health benefits of fishing to learn why it's a great way to improve your mental and physical wellbeing, whether you're a match angler or a weekend hobbyist.