Monday 14th March 2011 marks the end of the River Ancholme angling season.
So what to do anglers do over the summer?
Some anglers will put away their tackle in favour of non-angling related activities. Catching up with friends (and family!), tending to the garden, family BBQs, holidays and indulging in other hobbies and sports.
While others go in search of alternative angling options. Despite the closed season there are ponds, lakes and canals that are open to anglers all year round.
Recommended local ponds and canals:
- Smithys Pond - Island Carr, Brigg
- Yaddlethorpe Ponds - near Scunthorpe
- Flixborough Pond - near Scunthorpe
- Marshlands Fishery - Barton
- Keadby Canal (Scunthorpe and District Angling Association have sole rights from Mauds Bridge to Keadby)
The river will open up again in June but most angling activity and matches will resume late autumn (October or November) along the Ancholme.
Dates for the 2011-2012 season will be published soon, check back for details.
What do you think about the closed season? Join our debate in Under discussion.
