Member Removed Posted June 7, 2004 Report Share Posted June 7, 2004 Hi all, I originally posted this after trying to help ADAM F with some pc issues. ----All I ask for in return is some advice on fishing in the harbour for mixed species. Any specific marks for a bit of evening fun. Tides/tactics/baits would be much appreciated. I want to use lightish gear (15lb line)---- He asked about the boat and said you guys were a helpful bunch. It a collegues boat - 16ft mayland fisherman with 40HP engine called "White Magic". Thanks all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Afishionado Posted June 7, 2004 Report Share Posted June 7, 2004 Hi Benny, how are you and the Jets? If this quip goes over your head then it prooves how old I am and how young you are I take it you mean Poole harbour and Bay? that being the case here goes.. First the boring bits......... We have very fast running tides in most areas around here so the boat MUST have a good anchor and at least 100ft preferably more of anchor rope. ('tis the only way you'll stop if the engine fails) The harbour entrance is hell on a summer weekend try to make your trip through it with the tide but if not keep to the side. Left going out to fish Bournemouth area. Right going out to fish Old Harry & Swanage area. The tides are gentler on the Bournemouth side of things and there are some good fishing marks out in the bay. On a chart you will see Poole Patches (both inner & Outer) You can find them by the density of pot barker bouys in their vacinity. Drifting with the current and the wind is good too anywhere on a band about 1/4 mile wide from Boscombe to Bournemouth. For more info join our happy band. I mean they took me so they will take anybody mate. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted June 7, 2004 Report Share Posted June 7, 2004 Hi Benny I would only fish the Harbour as a last resort, you will catch lots of small chequers anywhere in the harbour, the odd plaice up the wytch channel. Try around Brownsea Castle for pollock, wrasse and pout. Ragworm in the harbour is top bait, sandeel and crab close second. As Mike says above the Poole outer patch would be a good place to start. This time of year you should have no problem catching Bream, wrasse, pout, Pollock, smoothies, occasionally Bass and the ever present lsd's, to name but a few. You won't need a lot of weight here (2-8oz) so fishing light will give the best sport. 12lb class tackle will be more than adequate copeing with most situations and you can fish lighter at times. All the mainstream baits will work here, crab for smoothies and other species, ragworm will attract all but usually smaller species, Mackerel will catch all especially lsd's,squid for the Bream, sandeel or fillets of good for most species Hope that helps Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JIMBOB Posted June 7, 2004 Report Share Posted June 7, 2004 Hi benny If your boats on a trailer christchurch harbours worth a bash for a short evening session,mainly for the mullet all you need is a light spinning rod, a spinner with a single hook and Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul D Posted June 7, 2004 Report Share Posted June 7, 2004 James, Also not forgetting the fresh water licence + permit to fish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob F Posted June 7, 2004 Report Share Posted June 7, 2004 Don't need a license below the marina at Wick, I believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul D Posted June 7, 2004 Report Share Posted June 7, 2004 I think you may be (un) pleasantly surprised Bob !! I had a permit for the last three years to fish Stanpit ( well below Wick ) - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Removed Posted June 8, 2004 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2004 Thanks guys, I will certainly try the marks suggested. Yes the boat is on a trailer and we normally launch from parkstone yacht club. I am a member of christchurch angling club so permits is no issue. I'll let you know how I get on! Think well try the outer patch first. Benny (formerly of the jets) ....maybe I getting on too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted June 8, 2004 Report Share Posted June 8, 2004 Hi Benny If you have time to chat look me up in the Haven office at Parkstone YC before you go out fishing and we can discuss some marks. or give me a call in my office at the Club. Charlie C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Removed Posted June 8, 2004 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2004 Ah ha, You work there then? I was involved in fitting the cashless vending and access control for you there. Will pop in, the guy I am planning trips with is Steve Whittingham, know him at all? Cheers Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted June 8, 2004 Report Share Posted June 8, 2004 Some think he works, but he always seems to be on ere when I log on, and thats quite frequent Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted June 8, 2004 Report Share Posted June 8, 2004 I have to check my office PC is ok from time to time Martin. Yes Benny I do work there and I know Steve but not that well. please feel free to pop in Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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