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ESTATE NEWS





                        NEWS FROM THE




                           ANGLING CLUB



                      ith Covid-19 impacting almost all   We are approaching bass season, and some
                      aspects of our lives, our angling   of our members have wasted no time in
               Whabits have also not been spared.   landing some really nice specimens; as can
               During the initial levels of lockdown,   be seen in the pictures below. Remember
               fishing was not allowed, and during Level   that bass favour structures, so try your luck
               3, which did not allow social gatherings,   near reeds, rocks, bridges, etc. Anglers
               no events were possible.           mostly use artificial lures or go for the
                                                  thrill of hooking up via a fly-fishing rig. The
               We have thankfully entered Level 2 now,   Largemouth Bass was first introduced into
               so watch your email and social media for   South Africa in 1928 near Stellenbosch and
               upcoming events!                   hails from the USA.






                                                                                    They spawn in late spring (October). Pre-
                                                                                    spawn season is a very popular time to
                                                                                    go bass fishing, as they tend to be very
                                                                                    aggressive and territorial. Any artificial lure
                                                                                    seen as a threat will be attacked, such as
                                                                                    plastic lizards, frogs etc. Also try lures that
                                                                                    rattle or even a popper in low visibility.

                                                                                    Remember to post those trophy pics for
                                                                                    bragging rights!

                                                                                    See you all next to the water!
                                                                                    Tight Lines
                                                                                    Andre and Willie








































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