Match Rules
Please observe these Rules when Match fishing:
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All matches must be booked in advance.
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All peg fees to be paid before fishing commences. All pegs booked must be paid for regardless whether all anglers turn up.
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Cancellations must be notified as soon as possible.
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All nets must be dry before putting in water. Time to allow for this must be given before match starts.
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Max 50lb per keepnet. Please note winning weights of 150lb+ are common during warmer months. Carry extra nets in case needed.
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An unhooking mat used under weighing area to rest keepnets or weighing sling on should be used.
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No tipping of fish down nets at weigh in. Careful handling reduces damage to fish skin and scales.
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All fish must be landed in a landing net, no swinging fish to hand.
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Barbless hooks only, max size 10. No floaters, boilies, seed or nuts to be used in match lakes.
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No cat meat.
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Only fishery feed pellets allowed, these can be purchased at the lodge.
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Groundbait in feeder or pole cup only.
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No unused bait to be thrown in water. All litter to be taken away, including cigarette ends.
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No specimen style fishing allowed.
Any queries about the above welcome from match organisers.