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Due to the basis of our Democracy there will never be any long term planning, which is what this country needs/deserves for the environment. Each Political Party tries to implement a series of "quick fixes" to impress voters. However, unplanned events overwhelm them ie Covid, war in Ukraine etc...

I was in a similar situation, wanting a pair of chest waders but not sure whether to have the expense of a breathable pair. I opted for the booted Trakker ones which are good for the money BUT wore them on a recent hot day and I was sweating inside them. In normal weather conditions they're fine...

I'm quite gregarious EXCEPT when I'm fishing solo. A stranger rocking up nearby and using bite alarms would definitely result in me having a polite, but firm, chat. I think like a lot of things these days "etiquette " has sadly disappeared from modern life. If I want to fish surrounded by...

Have you seen those monocular's Joe? They're great for taking fishing with you. Not as powerful as binoculars but still get good views of birds etc. I have one in my rucksack all the time as they're so small.

Exactly! You don't NEED anything else. As I said earlier, it all depends on your outlook. My small club holds matches during the year and I am no match fisherman but go along as its a good craic. The gear the match guys bring is unbelievable! Huge barrows full of stuff for a 5 hour match! I'm...

I wonder if any minimalists are anglers? By that I mean, how little gear do you need for a days roving session? I am definitely NOT minimalist. I have a Korum Day Sack into which I cram so much stuff (half of which is in the category "just in case") After reading this post I am going to...

Blimey Mark...now THAT is what I mean by wild fishing. Quick question: did "watercraft" lead you to think that would be a good swim?

What a wonderful photo Adrian. It makes my blood boil when I hear about the low life setting dogs onto hares 😡 I had a "close encounter" with a hare last year when on a walk. I had just entered a field through a hedge and the poor thing was literally a few yards away minding his own business and...

Hi Neil, No, I wasn't "poo pooing" your comments (although those are a poor choice of words given the subject!). What I was saying, is that politicians may well respond to correspondence but not to mine! When they DO respond its more likely to be platitudes because of the other "pressing" issues...

Did you email them about pollution Neil or was it a "local" issue? I think MP's (or their assistants) are quite good at responding to things like school crossings (!) etc but don't want to comment on National Issues. That's why I wrote to the Party Leaders. Agree with your point about the...

I've said it before on this forum that pollution issues come way down the agenda of ALL political parties. Yes, even the Green Party! Economic growth, reducing inflation, reducing NHS waiting times, stopping illegal immigration, energy supply, house building, road building etc etc. are...

I see there's a John Wilson Masterline fishing vest (as new, apparently) for sale on ebay at the moment. £40 + p&p starting bid.

In Norwich years ago there was a shop called Clas Ohlson (I think that's how it was spelt!) They sold all sorts of stuff. I bought a camo fishing jacket with loads of pockets from there, but this one was also a life jacket! Trouble is, by the time I'd loaded the numerous pockets with stuff, it...

Spent a few hours fishing this little pool on the Upper Bure last night. Trotting corn and bread. Caught chublets, dace and roach. Hooked a lovely roach, approaching the one pound mark. Just as I was bringing it to the net there was a huge swirl in the water and, you've guessed it, a huge pike...

Sadly there's nothing to choose between any of the main political parties these days when it comes to the health of our rivers. Given the multitude of problems facing the UK these days, pollution is way down the list of issues needing attention.

Your final sentence says it all Kevin. Sadly excellent customer service seems to be a rarity these days. Well done Mark Turnley in restoring your (and my) faith in human nature! Many many years ago, I owned a Barbour Gamefair green waxed jacket. It was quite a few years old when I ripped it...

Ouch! Just zoomed in on your photo Simon and can see where your foot went down. Not pleasant. The little fishing club I'm a member of in Norfolk has some old, and dilapidated platforms, which, thanks to a generous grant from the EA, we will be replacing later this year. There is a tendency for...

That's my point David, you KNEW where those swims were despite the vegetation! I fear that when I walk a new stretch of water, hidden behind the tall grass and plants are some cracking swims! I don't mind doing a bit of gardening to clear a path providing I don't inadvertently step into air and...

Before fishing a stretch of river I've never fished before I always walk the beat. What I tend to do is see where others have fished. However, some bankside vegetation is so high (Himalayan Balsaam 😡) that I may begin to chop it down and see what conditions are like further down the bank. I may...

Hi Graham, not sure whether you meant bankside or backside 🤣 but I take your point. I am also 72 years old but my brain keeps trying to tell me I'm 32 (come on Paul you can do this!) Err on the side of caution perhaps? 🤔