Sunday 25th September 2011

Today the Cygnets started as normal with fly tying with Jimmy Miller. The Cygnets were shown how to and then they tied the "Yellow Owl"

"Yellow Owl"

After the fly tying the Cygnets drew their pegs and started fishing on the Mill Pond.  On his first cast Robert Fyfe hooked in to a fish.  This was a truly beautiful looking fish.  Shortly after Cameron Smith hooked into his first fish.

There were 13 Cygnets fishing today on the Mill pond.

The weather was dry with a slight breeze at the start of the session. The wind started to pick up as the morning progressed and ended as quite a strong breeze.


The successful Cygnets today were.

Robert Fyfe - 2 fish retained and 1 returned

Cameron Smith - 2 fish

Abbi Hutton - 1 fish

Callum Clark - 1 fish

Some of the other Cygnets were unlucky when they hooked into fish but came off before the fish could be netted.

Well done to all the Cygnets who were fishing today.

Sunday 11th September 2011

Today's Cygnet session commenced as normal with Fly tying with Jimmy Miller. Today the Cygnets were shown and then tied the "F Fly"

"F Fly"

Thomas Anderson showed the newer Cygnets how to tie a "Spider"

There were 12 Cygnets today.  Professional casting instructor Thomas Anderson gave two Cygnets tuition on the grass whilst the other Cygnets commenced fishing on the mill pond.

Today was very windy and wet. The water in the millpond was a very dirty brown colour. The Cygnets tried various flies including lures, wet flies, buzzers and dry flies. Unfortunately there were no trout caught today, However a few Cygnets did manage to hook Perch.

Sunday 28th August 2011

This mornings cygnets meet commenced as normally with Fly tying with Jimmy Miller. Today the Cygnets were shown and given the opportunity to tie a "Light Bulb"

"Light Bulb"

Today there were 10 Cygnets and 2 new members who attended. the morning's fishing started with the 2 new members getting instruction on the grass from Thomas Anderson, Professional Casting Instructor and Dave Armour.  The other Cygnets started fishing on the Mill Pond.

It was very windy today and cloudy, there was  a cold feel to the wind. Fishing was difficult with the strength of the gusts of wind. This made it impossible for some of the podiums to be used.  There were a few fishing showing but it appeared a lot of the fish were down in the water today.



The Cygnets persevered at fishing. They tried various fly's from lures to dry flies to wet flies and buzzers.

The only successful Cygnet today was Robert Fyfe who managed to hook and land 2 lovely Rainbow's.

REMINDER

Cygnets as the weather can be unpredictable at times throughout the year, always remember that  you should should wear appropriate amounts of clothing and footwear and always be prepared for any adverse weather such as rain. Always bring a waterproof jacket and/or trousers even though the forecast is for dry weather.

Remember also that with autumn approaching that you should be suitably protected with several layers of warm clothing, If you feel hot and want to remove clothing such as a jumper then you can or if it becomes cold you can put it back on.

Always wear your baseball cap and eye protection at all times, and Always Look Behind You Before you Cast.

Sunday 14th August

14 Cygnets attended todays meet. The morning started as normal with fly tying with Jimmy Miller. Today the Cygnets were shown and tied the "Cat's Whisker".

The weather was mixed with sunny spells, showers and a brisk wind at times.

Professional Casting Instructor Thomas Anderson demonstrated and instructed 4 new Cygnets on the grass in the art of fly casting.  Meanwhile the more experienced Cygnet's commenced fishing on the Millpond.

It was not long before Robert Fyfe hooked and landed a fish the first fish of the day. This was followed shortly by the second fish for Robert.

New Cygnet Stewart Allan was delighted to hook and land a 2lb 4oz blue trout which was netted by fellow Cygnet Robert Fyfe.

Shortly after a cry was heard from the corner of the Millpond where Cameron Smith was hooked into a big fish.  The Fish swam into a large patch of blanket weed which was on the line, the fish was seen a few feet behind this, staying deep. With some encouragement and advice by Alasdair Fyfe, Cameron's fish was successfully netted by fellow Cygnet Robert Fyfe.  The Rainbow Trout weighted 4lbs 8oz.

Cameron with his 4lb 8oz Rainbow Trout

The successful Cygnets today who caught fish were:-

Robert Fyfe - 7 fish (2 retained and 5 fish returned)

Abbi Hutton - 1 fish

Stewart Allan - 1 fish

Cameron Smith - 1 fish

Well done to all the Cygnets.

Tightlines

Sunday 31st July 2011

Today's Cygnets meet was a day to remember for one of the Cygnets. 9 year old Abbi Hutton hooked and landed a superb blue trout weighing 8lbs 2oz from the Millpond.  Abbi hooked the fish using a "Dog Biscuit". With a little help from Dave Armour she managed to get the fish to the net.

Abbi with her 8lb 2oz Blue Trout

Sunday 17th July 2011

There were 8 Cygnets and two potential new members at Cygnets meeting. The weather was heavy rain with dry spells with showers and then sunshine. The atmosphere was humid, which made it uncomfortable for the Cygnets and difficult to get fish to take.

The Cygnets started the session fly tying with Jimmy Miller, tying a "Gold Headed Brushed Peacock Daddy Longlegs".

After fly tying the fishing session commenced on the Millpond. The new potential members were on the grass learning to cast with Thomas Anderson, professional casting instructor and Dave Armour.

It was a difficult day for the Cygnets with the air temperature putting the fish off.  There was not a lot of activity on the surface today.

The successful Cygnets today who caught fish were -

Robert Hiddleston -  1 Fish

Robert Fyfe - 1 Fish

Well done to all the cygnets for their perseverance.

Sunday 3rd July 2011

Today was the 9th meeting for the Cygnets. The morning commenced as normal with fly tying with Jimmy Miller. The Cygnets were shown how to tie a Dry Fly Emerger.  After fly tying it was time for the Cygnets to draw their pegs to start the fishing session.

Dry Fly Emerger

It was a superb morning sun was shining, light wind and very warm.  The Cygnets were reminded that they should have frequent breaks and ensure that they drank plenty of fluids. They were also advised be aware of the sun today, ensuring they had suncream and adequate clothing to protect them from the sun.

The fishing session on the Mill Pond got off to a quick start with Abbi Hutton hooking and landing the first fish, quickly followed Robert Fyfe.

There were 7 Cygnets fishing today. Following a introduction to fly fishing within the schools a potential new member came along and had some tuition from Thomas Anderson, professional casting instructor.

The successful Cygnets today were :-

Robert Fyfe - 2 fish retained and 1 returned

Abbi Hutton - 2 fish

Callum Clark - 1 fish

Well done to the Cygnets.

The Cygnets were reminded that if a waterside assistant hooks a fish for them when demonstrating a fishing technique that the fish will be returned and will not count in the club championship total.  It was also highlighted that only Cygnets should be fishing.