Now that Winter is upon us

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Now that Winter is upon us, it is worth remembering a few important things, Fishing should be a way of life, it shouldn't cost you your life.

Stay safe when out and about, especially more so now that the Temperatures are dropping and the Heavy rains are flooding Rivers and other areas. Check the Weather Forecasts regularly on the build up to your fishing outing.

Let someone know where you are going, try not to go on your own if you can, take warm waterproof clothing with you, and a fully charged mobile phone.

Don't take unnecessary risks, it really isn't worth injuring yourself or worse.

I could list a lot more, but, i would like others to contribute, perhaps with more ideas, or even short stories, they've experienced, just to help other people.

Stay Safe out there folks, it's a Jungle at times. :D
 
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Now Steph - you weren't employed in the role of a health and safety officer now, were you?

Lots of layers, Barbour jacket and a pair of shorts!!!! No problem....
 
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I simply do not go out when the weather is severe. Angling is just a hobby and it is not worth risking your life for.
A few years ago I got a really nasty chest infection and I don't want that again :(
 
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I always keep a change of clothing in a bag in the car, whatever the time of year, just in case.
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mark brailsford 2 said:
I simply do not go out when the weather is severe. Angling is just a hobby and it is not worth risking your life for.
A few years ago I got a really nasty chest infection and I don't want that again :(
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I have the diary entry for when I was angling in the big freeze we had last year.... just recovering from a cold/flu thing.... then went onto develop a severe chest infection... my Mrs was not impressed.

My philosophy was might as well be ill near a river instead of bed...... it was a disaster - BUT - i did catch some superb chub in the arctic conditions - the photos were fantastic.

No sorry - throat infection!!! reason for editing? Being so dramatic.lol
 
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Winter is to me the most rewarding of fishing, we just have to plan well.
 
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chav professor said:
I have the diary entry for when I was angling in the big freeze we had last year.... just recovering from a cold/flu thing.... then went onto develop a severe chest infection... my Mrs was not impressed.

My philosophy was might as well be ill near a river instead of bed...... it was a disaster - BUT - i did catch some superb chub in the arctic conditions - the photos were fantastic.

No sorry - throat infection!!! reason for editing? Being so dramatic.lol
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It was Pleurisy that I suffered with Christian, its just that I had to look up on how to spell it, I'm no English teacher ;)
 
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The president of PAC was on tightlines the other week, he had a really unobtrusive life vest which I thought looked spot on for river fishing especially in floods/winter, not sure what make it was though?
 
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Bluenose said:
The president of PAC was on tightlines the other week, he had a really unobtrusive life vest which I thought looked spot on for river fishing especially in floods/winter, not sure what make it was though?
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I have an hardy vest that is hardly noticeable when wearing. It was expensive but you can get similar ones to the hardy for less (I think they are all made by the same company anyway!) take a look on sportfish or sportsmail websites.
 
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They are superb bits of kit, i first had one many years ago......but be careful in real heavy down pours, the automatic type can inflate!........mine did when i left it exposed in my bait boat overnight.

But they are the only type i would consider.
 
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Winter and Summer I allways have a complete spare set of clothing in the car, along with wind up torch,charger for phone, first aid kit, kettle water etc.

I do though tend to be away for a few days at a time so there's the sleeping bags/cover, and plenty of tinned and dried food to hand as well. Somebody, either wife or mate, knows where I am and what time/day to expect me back.

One thing I have seen over the years though is anglers with gear spread all around them. Ideal for tripping over especially dusk/night. Keep everything either in your bag or well behind your fishing position to eliminate accidents.
 
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itsfishingnotcatching said:
PJ suggested this last year
Portable Chargers for USB and Smartphones - Duracell Direct co uk
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Be a little wary, these aren't particularly well regarded, though that is a good price. Duracell 5 Hour Mobile Phone and MP3 Portable USB: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41exrlreCQL.@@AMEPARAM@@41exrlreCQL

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These may not be a household name but they are generally well regarded. Mine, bought for less than the Amazon price, has been utterly fantastic.
 
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A young lad who lives next door to some Friends of ours has died today whilst fishing, he fell in the water and drowned, he was 16 years old .......... R.I.P Dave Moss

Such a sad sad loss.

Stay Safe out there.
 
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