Welcome to the Spring update.  Firstly we would like to inform all members and interested parties that the EA River Level Gauge based in Knaresborough has been damaged in a land slip.  This is no longer accessible so members are asked to use the following gauge based upstream:

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  https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/8021

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Readings for this gauge are different to the Knaresborough one and our advice is that the river should be in good order for some fine fishing between readings of 0.30 to 0.45.  Naturally we all have our favourite levels so please check the information when you are next across and make a note of river conditions so you have a comparison to suit your needs.

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The new members 'Walk the Beat' session has now been scheduled:  Sunday 19 April 2026.  Detail are being sent to all our new members an I hope to meet you all there.

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The new trout season has officially opened - initial catch returns are showing high quality sport.  Expect some good hatches and if you are on the water early morning or nearer sunset expect Grannon hatches.  Last year there was a spectacular evening hatch that one member, who is an experienced fisherman, just stood and watched as it was something to behold.  I am sure that this year he will be ready to cast a line to the numerous rising fish he saw last year.

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Turning to a less happy incident, which thankfully is rare on our water, one member was verbally abused by some poachers who were spinning.  The Committee take this matter very seriously and will be discussing the issue shortly so we can publish a suggested procedure and make sure we are all aware of what is considered 'best practice' in dealing with such incidents.  Until this document is circulated please adopt a low key stance and avoid confrontation.  Call 111 and make a report to the Police.  It is important that such incidents are logged.

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On a more pleasant note our offering of 'A days fishing for up to 2 rods' for both the Angling Trust and the Wild Trout Trust have both been successful with high value payments being made.  Charlie and Ian will again be hosting these days and we are sure the lucky winners will enjoy their day on a Yorkshire free stone river.

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Enjoy your fishing.

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Tight Lines