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The fishing adventures of the Zimbabwe flag bearer, Matthew
Young Matthew Taderera carried the hopes of a nation and its colourful flag at the 2023 Daiwa Global Communities Celebration. Find out what happened.
Thu Jan 18 2024
The quietest kid in Let's Fish
Read Theo's angling journey, courtesy of his dad, Sam.
Thu Jan 18 2024
12 highlights of Lets! Fish 2023
Selecting just 12 highlights from the multitude of memorable moments was no easy task. Nevertheless, we've managed to compile our top twelve Let’s Fish! moments of 2023.
Wed Dec 20 2023
The fisheries & angling team
Follow this blog to keep updated with the thoughts and work of the fisheries team.
Sun Apr 03 2022
Join us at a 2024 Regional Celebration Event
We are excited to offer keen young anglers the opportunity to take part in 25 enjoyable fishing events celebrating the summer of 2024.
Thu Mar 17 2022
West Midlands
How fish climb
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.
Wed Nov 06 2019
Why do fish need oxygen?
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?
Thu Aug 16 2018
Urban fishing - the new trend?
As people look for healthy ways to de-stress after a busy day at work, we’re seeing a huge rise in questions about canal fishing in towns and cities. How easy is it? What do people need? Here’s our tips for you budding urban anglers looking for wellbeing on your employer’s doorstep…
Thu Jun 21 2018
Angling club bailiffs
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?
Thu Jan 11 2018
14 tips to help anglers share the space
It costs us around £200 million 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. Sadly, we still hear about a small minority of anglers whose behaviour causes problems.
Thu Jan 04 2018

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