Miscellaneous Articles

Women And Angling On October 7, 1922, Georgina Ballantine achieved a feat which remains unequalled to this day, despite concerted attempts by millions of anglers. Fishing from a ... Full story

Fish Don't Look After Themselves African plains and British rivers do not appear to have much in common, but they are just two examples of environments which require careful, directed ... Full story

Angling Personalities - known anglers include:- Sport FootballJack Charlton (ex-football manager), Paul Gasgoine (football, Everton & England), Vinnie Jones (former football, now film star), Dave Seaman (football, Arsenal & ... Full story

Control Of Fish Leeches Guidance notes prepared by Dr Bruno Broughton B.Sc. (Hons), Ph.D., F.I.F.M., Fisheries Management Consultant General Information Fish leeches are often seen on fish during the winter months, and ... Full story

Chemical Desilting Of Lakes Introduction The productivity of most stillwater fisheries is governed, in the main, by the fertility of the bottom substrates. Typically, mud-bottomed lakes are quite productive, the ... Full story

For Fish, Swimming Is No Easy Matter Just how does a fish swim - and why do some fish virtually have to be taught the skill? Like all living organisms, each species of ... Full story

Boilies, Groundbait & Fisheries Guidance notes prepared byDr Bruno Broughton B.Sc. (Hons), Ph.D., F.I.F.M., Fisheries Management Consultant General Comments Obviously, fish must eat to survive. If they consume more than their ... Full story

Age Old Question: Can Fish Outlive Anglers? When the 13th-century Germanic Emperor, Frederick II, decided on a novel use of his jewellery in the cause of science, he unwittingly started one of ... Full story

Netiquette By Stewart Bloor: The Internet is certainly a wonderful tool that, if used correctly, will enhance the world of fishing. The benefits to the 'on-line' angler ... Full story