When this venue near Melbourne was booked at the beginning of the year we all expected to be wearing thermals but global warming worked in our favour as the temperature just nudged in to double figures. This venue has never been prolific but was booked because, with the range of silvers in the bottom lake, we hoped everyone would catch ...and they did, even though Kevin only weighed in 15oz.
The day started well with a range of bacon, sausage, egg etc finding their way into empty stomachs and the odd rising fish brought hope. It seemed like it was going to be a productive day but the fish were not eager to visit the landing net and it was often a good wait between bites. All the usual baits were being used and I had a couple of fish to caster but double fluoro pinkie was doing the business for me towards the end of the session.
Jim claimed top spot with his overall weight of 16lb 10oz which included the biggest of the day at 5lb 2oz. Chris hung on to the species trophy finding 4 different ones. Carp, crucian, barbel, skimmer, roach, rudd, ide, perch, chub all found their way to various keepnets underlining the right decision for a late in the year venue.
Gavin must have spent too much money at the local fair and his non attendance due to lack of funds may have cost him second place in the overall standings for the year.
So that's it for 2008. Have a great Christmas and New Year.
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