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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 2023 Regional Celebration Event
We are offering around 16 fun celebration fishing events during the summer of 2023. It’s your opportunity to experience a day’s fishing and try out what you have learnt at Let’s Fish! in a comfortable environment alongside other new anglers from your local community. Let’s Fish! coaches will be on hand to support.
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
Angling histories
Discover more about the heritage and history of angling, including the stories of the greatest anglers through the ages.
Thu Nov 16 2017
Fishing from my boat
With well over 30,000 licensed craft on the Trust network it’s not at all surprising that a good number of people tick both the boating customer and angling customer boxes.
Wed Jun 22 2016
Seven reasons why fishing is good for you
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.
Thu Mar 17 2016

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