By Ponso Pondhopper The Barbel A fine fish is the
barbel! It’s none too common in the waters of the Shire but it’s a grand
fish to angle for. You see, this fellow likes the deep, slow-moving
waters in preference to the shallows and fast streams. But it needs the
water to be well aerated and a steady supply of insect larvae to feed
on. So, its perfect habitat is in the pools downstream of rapids and
waterfalls. And where better to find them than under the Little Delving
waterfall behind Sandson’s farm? It's the place the Evendim Hillbillies sing about in their song "Jewel Lake". So, next
Saturday, the Shire Angling Club is hosting a Barbel Bounty Fishing
Match, with all the usual prizes and a special prize for the biggest
barbel pulled out of the water! Before we head off to the pool, I will
give a short talk in the yard of the Bird and Baby and answer any
questions you might have about this fine fish. Did you know, for example
that you can cook this fish, but that a part of it is poisonous? You
didn’t? Then come along and find out more about this cousin of the carp. We
shall meet at seven and a half bells on Saturday 3rd November in the
yard of the Bird and Baby, in Michel Delving. Bring a rod and be
prepared for a treat! Set yer tackle deep and be prepared for a fight!
This fish is stronger than it looks. Ponso Pondhopper Club President Shire Angling Club What: Fishing Match When: Saturday 3rd November 19:30 ((UK time, 20:30 CET, 15:30 Server time)) Where: Bird and Baby yard, Michel Delving |
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