Author Archives: Mike Duddy

The Bad Old Days

A little rummaging aroung the internet – and I found a record of a debate in the Houses Of Parliament regarding pollution of the Irwell. RIVER IRWELL (POLLUTION)HC Deb 18 April 1950 vol 474 cc91-106 91 § Mr. Anthony Greenwood (Rossendale)The subject to which I want to call attention tonight is the pollution of the […]

Ying – Yang

I spent the afternoon flinging lures and wobbling roach around Salford Quays and the lower reaches of the River Irwell without success.Some lovely winter sunshine made it a pleasure to be out and about. Imagine my pleasure this evening to find out that one of my fishing pals has had a successful day My friend […]

The List 2010

So another year ends, as always plenty to look back on and laugh about, situations to reflect on, and happy memories to smile about.“The List 2010” ended with my species count of 23 being pipped by Tonys 24, with Phil getting a very respectable 19. I found i had an increased workload from September onwards […]

Bolton Fly Tyers

Commencing 7pm Tuesday the 4th Jan 2011, Bolton Fly Tying Club are starting a series of demonstration/instruction evenings for budding fly tyers. The series will start off with a demonstration of tying simple buzzer patterns, followed by the opportunity to have a go at tying some of your own afterwards. I”ve been going on an […]