The opening ceremony for the Forres Angling Association was held today. Club President, Tony Watts welcomed nearly 50 members and friends of the association, who braved the cold and wintry weather to attend.
George Lilley, past Treasurer and retired Ghillie performed the honour of blessing the river with a good measure of Benromach's finest.
Many thanks to all that attended and assisted with the day, with a special thank you to Audrey and Linda for the catering, I am told that the Stovies went down a treat.
Photos courtesey of Paul Warrener.
Club President, Tony Watts
George Lilley blessing the river.
Tony and George
I am not sure what was in the quaich this year but whatever it was, it certainly worked its magic as regular visitor to the FAA, Peter Green succesfully caught and returned the first fish of the season shortly after the official ceremony. "Pete the Feet" as he is known to most anglers, caught the fish, estimated at 18lb on a Dee Monkey in the Stoney pool christening his brand new rod. This is the first time for many years that we have had an opening day fish, so lets hope this is a sign of things to come.
Opening Day Fish - Peter Green 2020
