16th June 2013

June news update

This last month has seen several more salmon fall to Mid Clyde anglers with many put back. Contrary to views expressed in the local press fish have ascended the fish pass as the counter will show. Given the clear low water conditions which have existed lately the Vacci counter should have some good pictures to demonstrate this. Clyde River Foundation have a methodology to ensure the data which they publish meets appropriate quality standards and the not infrequent turbidity of the Clyde can make interpretation of the data difficult, however, we do know from our historic catch returns that fish do not start to run in numbers before the latter part of June and so far this year is no exception.

Spring Draw

Once again the raffle has produced good income for the club. The grand prize of a 13 ft 4 piece salmon fly rod went to Tracy Miage and the full list of winners is available here. A total of 12 other prizes were distributed. Once more we thank DAIWA for their generous support of the association.

Water Safety

A number of bailiffs and other committee members attended a Water Safety course run by Geo Parsonage of the Glasgow Humane Society and have their certificates now. That knowledge should be of benefit to anybody unfortunate to fall in. We are very conscious that our bit of water is very big and can be dangerous particularly to the inexperienced and unwary so remember, wearing a life jacket makes sense and a wading stick is essential if you enter the river.

Scottish Water proposals

MCAA have now received the draft minutes of the Clyde Area Advisory Group and also confirmation from SEPA of the possible timing ( 2015-2021) of effluent transfer proposals and that together with the setting up of the advisory group on fish studies should give time to thoroughly investigate the possible impacts of the proposals - we will keep you up to date with developments

20th May 2013

Mark Lambert

The weather is still working against the presence of many anglers on Mid Clyde although it has not deterred Mark Lambert to any degree. He has added at least another 3 to his tally of the first springer with all being returned to the river. We understand that another angler retained a spring fish but then it was his right to do so. Although the association encourages catch and release we as yet do not make it mandatory hoping encouragement will persuade anglers to take the right course.

Mark is pictured below receiving his voucher from Scott at Total Fishing Lanarkshire, a couple of weeks ago.

Scottish Water proposals

Much else is happening on the river with Scottish Water proposing a new super effluent discharge pipe from Dalddowie and Dalmarnock. Originally mooted as a possibility 2 years ago with a discharge point in the inner estuary it is now proposed to release the combined effluent upstream of the tidal weir.

Mid Clyde and the other clubs affected are determined that the original option should be adhered to. The issue is not just of the salmon but all water users in the area should be set against the alleged savings in capital expenditure which has prompted the choice of the temporary reservoir which the tidal weir forms.

We have enlisted the help of our local MSP Jon Mason and intend to broaden the fight over the coming weeks by garnering support from all affected river users. Fortunately we have gained some time as neither Scottish Water or SEPA had taken into account the possible impact on salmon. That has changed with advice on studies from an expert group which is due to make recommendations within a few weeks. The original failure to assess the impacts of this “improvement” is totally inexcusable given that salmon have been present in the Clyde long before the MCAA‘s foundation in 1992 .

20th April 2013

12lb Springer

As a result of thee unfavourable  weather conditions during the past month   there has been little evidence of fresh fish   the easterly winds  freezing anglers who dared to  venture forth.   However  the small rise  in temperature has prompted  one fish to fall to the fly of  Mark Lambert   at Cambuslang on the 13th April.    A fine 12lb Springer with fresh sea lice is  shown  in the picture below and of course safely returned to the water.   The lucky angler also nets a £50 voucher from  Total Fishing Lanarkshire.

For those of you with a keen interest in fly patterns it was caught on a SNELDA tube which is not a pattern I am familiar with but I am led to believe it may be  Icelandic,  very appropriate given the recent temperatures.

Mid Clyde urge all spring fishermen to follow Marks example and put any fish back    

3rd March 2013

Treasurer Moves House

For those of you yet to purchase your season ticket please note our treasurer Alex Queen is moving house, after more than 40 years in Glen Avenue. His new address is:

8 Elm Way

Larkhall

Ml9 2BD

For those of you who may have posted out forms etc don’t worry. Not only will his post be redirected for a while but he takes his phone number along so if in doubt give him a call on:

01698 889472

Understandingly some applications may take a little longer to process !!

Scottish Water Spending Plans

Scottish Water spending plans appear to be a mixed blessing at first sight but we will be discussing the proposals as more information comes out.

21st February 2013

Opening Day

Baillie Anne Simpson of Glasgow City Council did the honours on another well attended opening day at Carmyle. Once again we were favoured with good weather. Alec Queens grandson, Jacob Kerr, made the first cast but unlike Emma last year he did not catch a fish. As usual though, it was an opportunity to catch up with old friends and have a blether. Rab and the rest of the maintenance team are determined to open up some areas to easier access this year. We all know it can be difficult in places and some of the older guys amongst us are beginning to feel our age !!

Erskine Hospital benefited from the collection for refreshments made courtesy of the bowling club kitchen and our hardworking treasurer Alex Queen. MCAA are participating in the Fishing for Heroes project with complimentary tickets.

First Springer Voucher

As yet no spring fish have been caught but there is a big incentive for the first. Scott Rutherford of Total Fishing Lanarkshire has offered a £50 Tackle Voucher for the first spring fish caught in Mid Clyde Waters. It must be photographed and returned Alive , with the usual conditions as to witnesses. So get out and have a go. We know there may be one or two springers about but please return all these fish alive and don’t be confused by well mended kelts.

A fine 2.5 Lb Trout

Scott Rutherford caught this fine trout at Greyfriars on opening day. It was returned unharmed but unfortunately Scott met an angler with a dead kelt. If you catch a fish at this time of year the simple solution is to return it!

19th January 2013

Opening Day

MCAA will celebrate the new season with an official opening day on Saturday 16th February this does not mean a reduction in fishing days but the 5 days prior to the Saturday give you the opportunity to start the season. We think there will be kelts on offer but there is yet to be a fresh fish caught in the Clyde this early so don’t be fooled by a well mended kelt! Given the unpredictably high waters most kelts will be long gone however come and try our waters Bailie Ann Simpson a new Glasgow City councillor will officiate at the ceremony. Please assemble at the Carmyle Bowling Club for a 9.30 start and on completion of the formalities the Bowling club will be providing refreshments and opportunity to mingle.

Partners

Once again we are grateful to partners for their donations and we have a great list of prizes for our spring draw including a Daiwa salmon fly rod. New tackle shop Total Fishing Lanarkshire are also a partner and have donated a voucher as have others, such as British Home Stores. Next month we will have a complete list of prizes.

Permits

The new season prices are on the permits page and we now have 9 outlets for day tickets and trout/coarse permits. See permits page for details. Tickets are in the shops now.

Bailiffing

MCAA have 6 warranted bailiffs and may soon have another 2 so be on your best behaviour!! Seriously though we are very conscious of the urban nature of our fishery and the need to protect the king of fish while in our waters. These guys dont just bailiff they know the water so can help and guide you in unfamiliar locations.

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