Mike Weddell

Rain in the past week or so has affected rivers throughout the region to varying degrees, waters to the south and west being lower than those to the east and north.

Another fishing season is almost upon us. Although there are places we can fish all year round, there is nothing quite like the anticipation of another opening day. Despite what some anglers think, fish are no easier to catch on opening day than at other stages of the season. It is rather that we have not been fishing for so long that makes opening attractive.

Although there is fishing available throughout the winter, the season for the majority of waters comes to a close at the end of this month and this weekend for many anglers will be the last opportunity to fish.

In fishing terms things are looking very good for this weekend: most waters are fishable and the weather forecast is good.