Around 9.30 some thirteen would be fly fishers began to arrive. Some were complete beginners and some had done a little fishing before. Steve Fisher, who was running the day gave a brief introduction and was followed by Trevor Coxon who covered all the safety points. He emphasised the need to wear glasses and a hat for protection against the sharp hooks.

Soon after this, instruction got underway with the novices, while those with a little experience started to fish as the instructors would check on them later.

Well before lunch time everyone had tied on proper flies rather than the wool they had been learning with and several fish were caught before the lunch break. Everyone had brought a packed lunch and by this time were very hungry.

After lunch everyone went on fishing and by teatime, when the event finished, all had caught at least one fish.

The day was a great success and next year we hope to repeat it. This time we will promote it as a "Families' Day" when everyon can come and learn to fish.