Keepnets
A decision has been made by the General Purposes Committee, that the use of keepnets on all Ponds/Lakes, whilst “pleasure fishing” will be banned forthwith. Keepnet use is only allowed under match conditions.
News Category: Important
Sand Hutton Gravel Pits – Update
Currently the Club is working closely with the landowners, the Forestry Commission and the Environment Agency whilst the tree harvesting is being undertaken. Further details of how this will improve the water will be released once the work is completed. Please be aware that you may be asked to move if you intend to fish […]
Website Upgrade and Maintenance
From Monday 25th November until the end of the month the YDAA website and forum will be unavailable for a much needed upgrade. During this time we will be: Giving the whole website a complete overhaul with a brand new design. Improving website security. Bringing all functionality (club information, online membership, newsletter, forum etc) under […]
Capital Work Projects
We have a number of capital works projects in the planning, due to be undertaken during the winter programme. We would be interested in hearing from bona fide, small civil contractors, as well as tree management specialists who are suitably qualified and insured to undertake such work up to a value of £10000. Work will be […]
Fish Disease
A number of fish diseases have been reported in the Yorkshire region, so please ensure that all tackle, nets, boots and equipment is fully dried after fishing. Also please make sure that you use the “dip tanks” when they are available on our lakes (the Laybourne complex tanks have recently been cleaned and refilled with […]
Is Clearing Your Own Swim Allowed?
Now that the rivers have “opened” again, anglers are reporting the need for fishing spots to be made more accessible. Whilst some “gentle trimming” is allowable, generally you must make the most of what you see when arriving at the river. However, in the case of the River Derwent, this being an SSSI (Site of […]