Welcome to the first update in 2026 on our website.  As we greet the New Year the weather Gods have a very cold and chilly forecast for us.  Icy conditions and the possibility of some snow!!!

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The river is now at a very 'fishable' level, 0.52m on the Knaresborough Gauge and running very clear.  Let us hope that the next few days of poor weather does not lift the river by much.  The very cold weather should have the grayling shoaling up so it will be a good time to get out once the very chilly winds have eased.  Wrap up warm using thinner - multiple layers and you should be fine, always set yourself a target time to withdraw from the water so you can regain body heat and finally do make sure you let someone at home where you are heading and what time you expect to be back home.

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On to other Club matters - Our AGM will again be held at Bridge Hotel and Spa, Walshford, Wetherby, LS22 5HS, at 7.30 pm on Thursday February 12th.  There will again be a very good free buffet, served at 7.30 - our meeting will get underway at 8.15 pm.  Our room and the bar will be open from 7.00 pm and if guests which to stay please let Ian know as we have negotiated a discount package.

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Do please try and attend the meeting as it not only serves to provide a record of what the Club has done over the past year but also gives the opportunity for all members to help frame any future developments.  You will not be pressured to take on any Committee roles but of course if you are keen to help share the load then do let us know.

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Our Trout Season will get underway on 25 March 2026 so if you are waiting for that then there is still plenty of time to go through your gear and organise those fly boxes in anticipation.

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