Birmingham Anglers Association

Re: Naming pegs/forum rules

Peachy you’re right,there is no rules on here about naming pegs.It does seem to be an issue that only so called “Barbel anglers “ seem to kick up a fuss about.While I can see the reasons as to why some of them feel this way I think it’s wrong to attack someone for simply pointing a fellow member in the right direction to hopefully get them a few fish.Also I think in one person’s case it’s not the worry of angling pressure potentially ruining a stretch,it’s simply because they want it all to them self!

Re: Naming pegs/forum rules

Peachy - I don't think it's part of any rules as such, and to answer your question, I'd say it's a "barbel thing" if I'm honest. I know it gets up some people's noses, and I can understand why really. I did suggest in a different thread last week about etiquette amongst barbel anglers, but at the end of the day it's up to individuals.

For instance, if, say a 15lb barbel comes out at Severn Stoke, which occasionally happens, it's generally kept quiet amongst the serious barbel boys. If it isn't, then I can guarantee there'll be 20 cars there the weekend after, all chasing a fish which has long since moved on.

JC

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Thanks guys.
I just wanted to know if I was okay with what I had previously posted about Bidford, and to seek clarification for any future posts.

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As John says it really does no one any good at all pinpointing where a good Barbel was caught, especially for the barbel or for any other species given the sudden influx of anglers and feed. Probably not so important on rivers such as the Severn, Trent etc, but smaller rivers such as the Warks Avon it is. The on going campaign in pinpointing a particular stretch by a member on here was as the member admitted was to wind me up...all that this serves to do is make Barbel more cautious move or just die.
For me catching the same fish is as exciting as a day trip to Brean, I have the same at 12 plus several times, as JC has also, and many other anglers too, for me that is an indication the stretch is in decline and best left alone for a bit. If I wanted to just catch I would fish commercials, most Barbel anglers are single species and care probably more about the welfare of there Barbel than anything else.
Of course BAA caters for very type of angler and fish, which is great, I love the mix of personalities and down to earth approach to our sport, its not a snobby exclusive rich man's club. I respect that, and perhaps my points might be taken in the right way and not that Barbel anglers are any different, its just that Barbel themselves are a bit different and need a different approach for them to survive.

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Here we go again ? Some one has felt the need to climb again in to his pulpit and start preaching to us all ? Turns out I've not broken any rules then by naming stretches ?

Neil you say I wind you up ? How many people have you been winding up over the years on this forum ?

Neil you seem to have a habit of repeating your self . I wonder if its age thing ? and you have forgotten what you have written in the past . Maybe thats why you keep repeating your self ?

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Here we go again ? Some one has felt the need to climb again in to his pulpit and start preaching to us all ? Turns out I've not broken any rules then by naming stretches ?

Neil you say I wind you up ? How many people have you been winding up over the years on this forum ?

Neil you seem to have a habit of repeating your self . I wonder if its age thing ? and you have forgotten what you have written in the past . Maybe thats why you keep repeating your self ?

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God its the nause again, of course there are no rules about naming stretches, there are unwritten rules regarding etiquette of how we respect each other. You freely admit to encourage others to do your dirty work by packing a stretch that produced a good fish. Some clubs operate a no publicity rule to protect primarily the fish, I don't think that would ever be the way BAA should operate because of the diverse angling disciplines.
If you were to honestly respond in a civil manner, you will see my post says just that , but you are so intent on stirring ,trolling that you can't help yourself.
I think Jeff its time you gave up, plainly you don't have where for all to do battle with me, despite my age and poor if improving health, stop eating your self up, move on.
You still lurk in the shadows hiding behind an alias, JC has called you out, so have I but you are obsessed with me, and for why?
Seek help.

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Hi All.
I was just reading the mans question which is great one. We travel from Cornwall to fish the Severn for 6-8wks a year and for a fair few years now as we only have ponds/puddles down here(Sad Times) but the fishing on the Severn is seriously in a class of it's own when it comes down to Barbel fishing every stretch we have we have fished from has produced great numbers just have to roam and find the pegs that's the best way sometimes the fish drop back or move up but there are pegs where I can guarantee a red letter every time but to be fair we do keep them to our self's(Being Honest) but they are fished by other anglers too as the pegs are there. We all help people out on the bank as we are a friendly bunch We talked to 2 old school lads from London and they had no fish in 6 days-So we gave up our pegs at 1pm after catching several and put them in the pegs,Changed there Carpi set up to ours gave them feeders,Banded Hooks,Swivel Beads,Pellets told them where to cast and within an 1hr they had 5 out between them and lost 2-Their fish care was excellent or other wise we guide them in the right direction as that's all part of protecting Our Barbel-was well worth it seeing the beaming smiles on there faces and creating memories for them both on there last day as well. Soz about the essay there ain't no written rule on naming great spots people do keep some to them selves that's what makes them special to you, We did the best way just roam and you will find some crazy pegs-we don't like going to over fished places cause we roam and are limited to pegs in popular places. Anyway Tight Lines All but the River looks horrible at the moment fingers crossed for the Barbel and new challenges with snags when we are back up lol.

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That’s what it’s all about Daz,any time I’m out bailiffing or someone contacts me asking where they can go to get a few fish I always point them in the right direction to somewhere they will get a few fish.I get that people don’t want the circus that can follow news of a big fish being caught but I think it’s pretty obvious that with some people it’s purely out of selfishness and they want a peg they’ve had success off all to themselves

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More nonsense from you, you twist the truth, read what is said, the Barbel always are the priority not the me angler, but just a desire to ensure we still have these fish in years to come. By SENSIBLE management that could happen. Your ideas are very much at odds with virtually the whole angling community, but that doesnt surprise me one bit. BAA would be much poorer without these fish, it would make sense to appreciate the extra revenue Barbel anglers bring, it really does seem you resent this group.
Sensible, a word for you to ponder, before you rant.

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Onelastcast should re-name himself onelastword cos he always has it!

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Just to note, I can see Peachy made reference to myself as in info sent, I have been a member for over 40 years, but I tend to fish instead of type.
Just so as no one thinks Peachy gave any specific info, he answered questions on, how far was the walk, do I need my barrow and general access and pegging regarding a small club match we had in the coming weeks, so no damage done!!
I have fished many places in my life that include, Personal permission and gillie tours on Salmon beats on the Wye (for barbel and Chub), Lower Severn waters controlled by the BS, private sections on the W Avon, Stour, Derwent.
Like a few people I have met my fair share of secret squirrels, my approach is, If i am invited to fish a private water and asked to keep quiet then i respect the wishes and stay stum, but if its waters open to general membership like the BAA, then I see no reason in sharing info on areas, types of swims, best time of year, species to expect etc... if i can be of any help I will, after all the river changes from one day to the next at what I recommend may be rubbish on the day, but the more people that catch and enjoy then hopefully the stronger the membership will be which is surely the best for us all. we are losing too many River anglers as it is.

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Jesus Neil you don’t half talk some sh*t!I think you need to alter your medication old chap.So now “my ideas are at odds with virtually the whole angling community” ha ha ha ha,what the hell are you on about?What ideas are these?Because I said I like to help other members get a few fish?Do everyone a favour and make it onelastpost or go and have a lie down.

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Stew what other response do you expect from Neil when you try and help some one ? and he suggests I have problems ?

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Exactly!How can you waffle on about keeping stretches secret or exclusively for himself more like,and pressure on big fish getting repeatedly caught then in the next sentence admit to catching the same 15lber as John did several times?Slightly hypocritical don’t you think?
Unless there is a publicity ban on naming venues then why shouldn’t other members help each other out?As Rick says above we want to encourage more people into river fishing not put them off with selfish,know it all attitudes