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Super Sunday Winter League - Blanked!

This Field Note documents a tough winter league session at Aston Park, where conditions, turnout, and fish behaviour all pointed to a venue that had effectively switched off.

Christene Jayne • 11 Jan 2026 7

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When Is It Too Cold to Fish? Lessons from an Icy Day at Sykehouse

Sub-zero morning, patchy ice across several lakes, one early perch on the whip — then the cold beat us before the fishing did.

Christene Jayne • 5 Jan 2026 21

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Sykehouse Fisheries Open Match – Rover Draw, Cat Ice, One Perch (Packed Up 11:30)

The 'Rover' draw put us late in the queue, pegs icing over fast. We cleared the cat ice on the swim, nicked a nice perch early, but the session became a battle with the temperature rather than the fish

Christene Jayne • 4 Jan 2026 20

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The Importance of Notes: Why Every Angler Needs a Diary

Fishing memories fade fast, but notes preserve the details that matter — weather, rigs, bait, peg, and results. A diary turns casual outings into a growing knowledge base, letting you spot patterns and avoid repeating mistakes. Record just a few essentials after each session and, over time, insights leap out: which baits work in autumn, when carp feed late, how skimmers respond to maggot. Tools can be notebooks, spreadsheets, or apps — the method matters less than consistency. The result is confidence: a clear plan on match day, sharper decisions, and steady improvement. A diary is the angler’s secret weapon.

Christene Jayne • 29 Dec 2025 19

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