The Barbel Society: Research and Conservation projects

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Thanks Fishing Magic

Just some of the confirmed Auction lots

Redditch Perfection 4" in silver. 1 of 25 limited edition centrepin reels from Gary Mills
Fred Crouch Aerial reel, choice of wide or narrow drum.
Day for two on fabulous River Test on Dave Steuarts private fishery
Day on the Hampshire Avon with Pete Reading
Day on the Dorset Frome grayling fishing with Pete Reading
Barbel Society all fisheries ticket
Manchester United tickets for two in Knights Lounge
Guided day on the Kennet with Steve Pope
Skies of Fire Rivers of Gold, Fred Crouch, leather bound limited edition
Catch a Big Fish David Carl Forbes, First Edition mint, classic Sixties title
Trent barbus fixed spool reel, high capacity
Shimano Baitrunner DL 4000FA fixed spool reel (two lots)
Martin Hooper Barbel Rod 12 foot a pound and a half classic rod from Sundridge
A day on the Kennet with Dave Brown
Phil Smith’s new book Targets Set and Achieved.
Paul Cook’s new book Lost in a Quiet moment
Day on the Wye with Steve Pope
Chris Turnbull’s new book Reflections
John Wilson’s 1001 Top Angling Tips
Christchurch Angling Club membership
Ringwood Angling Club membership
A day at the International Centre for Birds of Prey (Newent Glos.)
Day on the middle Severn with Steve Pope
Mr. Crabtree Fishing book, third Impression 1956 signed by Bernard Venables
Carp Catchers Club by Maurice Ingham. No 69 of 99 leathers, signed by Bernard Venables 1998 Medlar Press Limited Edition
Rod and reel combo, Wychwood Signature 12` 1.5lbs and bait runner reel
Fishing magazine from No.1 to No.37, May to October 1963 in official Fishing binder (Classic mags full of articles from FredJ, Peter Stone, Dave Steuart, **** Walker and others fascinating reading but a rare collection)
Very limited edition booklet Abbey Cross AC, Post War to New Millenium, mint
A pair of handmade rod rests, fashioned from seasoned hazel wood, heavily varnished with whippings and fire-hardened points. (Will be personalised for the winning bidder)
Day with Martin James on the Ribble between November and March
Day on the Kennet with Rich Frampton
Fox Specialist landing net 30”
Nutrabaits bait package, 2kg Trigga Ice, pack of new Hemp Fudge boilies
Trakker Xcell Half zip jacket, Medium
Terminal tackle pack; line, hooks, leads, feeders

Fred, it's good to see the EA finally accepted a little help on the cherwell, the work they are planning to do will make a big difference to that stretch of river

It's took a while but it's been worth it, the baby barbel that were stocked over the last couple of years are being caught fairly regularly now.

Keep up the good work Pete and the barbel society

Cheers
Jason

Fred any bids in yet on the Man Utd tickets?

Thanks Jason,I'll pass it on,Pete's not into this internet lark!

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Hi Kev, the actual auction hasn't started and won't until the first week of December,we will be setting up all the lots on the 17th November and keep it running for about 2 weeks.

So if you want to bid, just mail me with your maximum bid and I'll watch it for you and bid on your behalf.

Thanks for your help with the other special lot

Fred,

Can you tell us, how does one make a bid?

Fred Bonney said:

So if you want to bid, just mail me with your maximum bid and I'll watch it for you and bid on your behalf.

Thanks for your help with the other special lot

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will do and no probs

Strictly speaking Peter you need to be a member(half year offer £15 still available) as it's on-line through the members forum .

The detail of last years auction is here:

R & C Auction

Any member can proxy bid on your behalf, and each lot runs for a fixed 15 minutes, so if you fancy any lot you can do as I've advised Jollyboy, or join up.

Fred,

I joined earlier today, (inlcuding the fiver for the Research Projects) I've been meaning to for a long time if only for the Close Season approach.

Glad to hear it Peter welcome aboard.
You will need to sign up for the Forum/Bulletin board, not a 5 minute job as the website controller needs to hear from the Membership Secretary.

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I passed your message on Jason, this is the response.

Good stuff Fred. Am meeting with Wild Trout Trust next week, and doing a presentation in November for them in Sussex; will send details shortly.
The Cherwell Project is partnership between EA, Wild Trout Trust, and the Barbel Society. Pete

We are now becoming very active with the WDT.

Peter Jacobs said:

Fred,

I joined earlier today, (inlcuding the fiver for the Research Projects) I've been meaning to for a long time if only for the Close Season approach.

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Did you do that online Peter?

jollyboy said:

Did you do that online Peter?

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Yes, I went onto the BS Home page and there is a link to join.

You then click on the PayPal option and pay accordingly.

A half year membership was 15 pounds with an option to throw in another fiver to help with the conservation Projects.

http://www.barbelsociety.co.uk/join.asp

Peter Jacobs said:

Yes, I went onto the BS Home page and there is a link to join.

You then click on the PayPal option and pay accordingly.

A half year membership was 15 pounds with an option to throw in another fiver to help with the conservation Projects.

Welcome to the Barbel Society Website. The national organisation for all barbel anglers.

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Thanks and that was easy enough....even for me

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Fred Bonney said:

Glad to hear it Peter welcome aboard.
You will need to sign up for the Forum/Bulletin board, not a 5 minute job as the website controller needs to hear from the Membership Secretary.

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And where do you do thatmg: <---- @ me

Try this Kev
No nick names are allowed only your proper given name

Board Rules - Barbel Society Forum

Fred Bonney said:

Try this Kev
No nick names are allowed only your proper given name

Board Rules - Barbel Society Forum

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Cheers....I think all forums should be that way

Hi Kev, I see you've taken up the half year offer,welcome aboard.

Hi Peter & Kev,

A sincere welcome to the Barbel Society from me as well, really pleased to see you onboard.

Steve.

Thanks

Membership pack arrived today

Thanks Steve,

I've not seen my membership pack yet as I work in France during the week but I will hopefully get it on Friday when I get home.

Fred Bonney said:

You will need to sign up for the Forum/Bulletin board, not a 5 minute job as the website controller needs to hear from the Membership Secretary.

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Whoever has the finger on the pulse needs some viagra your not kidding... (tongue planted firmly in cheek when I say this)