In reply to Post #3
100% mate I had a portable water pump on the bank, I mean that would have been easier and worth more surely buddy?

Hi All, my name is Ryan and I run Kernow Coarse Fishety in Hayle, Cornwall. 2 Years ago wr started a not for profit called The Mighty Anglers CIC which runs a kids club at the venue every Saturday Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. All year around!

3 weeks ago some scumbag targeted our net cage taken 24 landing nets, 13 unhooking mats, 12 keep nets which were the kids club, there was a petrol water pump and other bits left untouched around the venue so they just wanted to disrupt Kids Club!

The issue has been reported to Police, BUT they even went as far and blocked the wifi signals for the CCTV, since updated but they feel this was targeted at the children also.

There are some pond scums walking this world.

Kernow Coarse Fishery Strawberry Lane Hayle TR27 5JS - www.facebook.com/KernowFishery

Hi All! My name is Ryan and I took over Kernow Fishery in Hayle Cornwall back in February. Since then we have worked hard to create a designated Match Lake and a Carp Specimen Lake.

We have also introduced a Kids Fishing Club every Saturday where every child pays only £1 and we provide everything, Inc Tackle, Bait and Tution. We started with 7 kids and now up to 76 a week!

We have large Grass Carps 26lb+ plus there are some big Carp but a nightmare to catch due to the large number of 6-8lb Carp. I am planning on netting the lakes this Autumn.

Since February I have seen a BIG Common only 4 times, when the weather is stormy and the fishery is empty. I have been working the last 6 months to get this big common feeding in a spot, which I am confident that one day I will get her out. Easy 28lb+

I know that there may have been times in the past that visitors to Kernow may have faced appalling customer service, and a run down venue but I would like to reassure the Community that things have changed!

The new Fishery ethos is Community and Affordability ensuring that everyone is friendly, respectful and helpful.

I hope to see some of you in the future and if anyone would like to volunteer or help by donating old fishing gear for Kids Club that would be amazing!

Stay Safe, Tight Lines and Hello to All!

Ryan & Suzanne

In reply to Post #2
I have already moved 3 ton of under 4lbs to an abandoned lake which I have made in to a match lake, watching the big carp they hang around with smaller fish so the big fish, will stay out until the small fish moves in on your spot absolutely stunning to watch!

Hi All, I have taken over a fishery that has some gorgeous size carp including a 25lb Grass Carp, 22lb Ghost plus the unknown. It has been a private match lake of like 4 for the past 7 years. When I fish I can get 30+ Carp out a night 7lb+ but nothing big as the large fish are grouped with the small, great survival technique.

Anyone have any ideas or tips to catch these monsters.

In reply to Post #3
Wow, so I am not crazy! Wife Mrs thinks it will be dangerous being alone for 24hrs by myself when I am actually looking forward to it.

Just wondering if you guys do anything different alone compared to having company?

Hiya,

I am planning on going for a 24hr on my local water. It's in the middle of nowhere, gated with a padlock. This is my first night session alone, and alone on the lake as I know no one else will be there.

I won't have the car as the wife is gonna drop me off

Does anyone have any advice?

Thanks

In reply to Post #5
Wow thanks for the info. To be honest during the winter I have the water to myself as I also fish mid week.

I have only now got back in to Carp Fishing after a 7 year break due to illness. But as I am now in remission it's time to live!

My wife just brought me a bait boat for xmas as due to my shakes casting is more difficult then before and I am only using two rods as to start that's all I can manage.

After such a long break it's amazing what you forget and it's coming back in small chunks so to speak.

I am definitely going to try what you have all suggested and report back

I have the Fox one and yeah works great. Love the fact it had a lighter holder also.

Well worth the £11.