The Thames Anglers Conservancy 3rd annual Free Thames Pike day proved a great success with anglers of all ages learning about fish care and the best fishing methods to use.
Angling Coach Ian James
The event was held for the first time at Hurst Park Open space in Molesey and, despite the cold conditions, we had many local anglers out enjoying this free event.
Members of the Walton Pike Anglers Club along with coaches provided by the Environment Agency gave talks and demonstrations of Pike handling, tackle and the opportunity try out different styles of fishing. Along with the anglers, members of the public stopped and watched the Pike being handled which gave TAC volunteers the chance to engage with them about a range of issues that affect the river and championing the conservation side of our sport.
Neil Depledge of the Walton PAC & TAC giving a talk about fish care
Neil demonstrating how to safely handle Pike
PAC & TAC's Jeff Kennett explaining about the different types of lures
Experienced angling coach Phil Wilkinson giving advice
Angling guide and Pike on Fly expert Mark Anderson
Information and leaflets about the TAC and partners