The Brown Trout fishing season closes 6th October 2021. Salmon & Sea Trout season closes 31st October.
CATCH RETURNS - APPEAL to Members
Members of the Association are required by the constitution to make an annual catch return INCLUDING NIL RETURNS. This can be done by completing the on line return for each outing, or by using the catch return issued with each permit. or print and complete the catch return below. Days fishing for Salmon must also be recorded.
Failure to make a catch return may result refusal of next seasons membership permit to fish as the law requires the Association to make an accurate return to Scottish Government.,
Post to: The Eden Angling Association, 49 Sandylands Road, Cupar, KY15 5JP OR complete the on line catch return on the web site (Click top left button & select ‘Catch return 2021’
Sea Trout
Low water levels and hot weather have held back some sea Trout from entering the river the river this season, Climate change is having an effect and runs are getting later each year.. HOWEVER, the bigger residents that run in July are keeping their heads down under the banks during daylight hours some are running as the evening air and water temperatures combine with the tides for a few to venture up and, perhaps back again . This one at 3 1/2lb was caught & returned in the Nydie tidal waters, on a size 12 Alexandra, in less than a foot of water, as the grass turned from green to grey.. It was kind enough in the recovery to pose for a photo
FISHING PERMITS & FACE MASKS:
Please note that FACE MASKS MUST BE WORN when purchasing a permit in any of the Association Permit Sales Outlets., unless you are exempt .Wearing a face mask remains a statutory requirement in shops in Scotland. Its no Face Mask = No access = no permit-= no fishing.
Himalayan Balsam Pulling
Sustainable Cupar have organised several Himalayan Balsam pulling events and are looking for Eden Angling Association volunteers to assist.them clear Balsam between the Pitscottie Bridge Cupar and the weir.
Meet Norma at the Marie Curie sign.at the Pitscottie Bridge Cupar at 18:30 on the following dates. Instruction will be given.
Tuesday 3rd August; Wednesday 4th August; and Tuesday 19th August,
R Dott Thomson Cupar Eden Permits
FACE MASK REQUIRED FOR ENTRY
Following the easing of COVID restrictions in July R Dott Thomson, 57 Bonnygate Cupar KY15 4BY is once again able to sell Membership season and day. Permits, A selection Fishing tackle is also available.
Lost & Found
Contact the Secretary to be re united with a cased pair of ‘French Connection’ Glasses, lost & found at Balass Friday 15th July..
Now Re united with its owner. Thanks to Douglas Williams
Pink Salmon & Salmon & Sea Trout Red Skin Disease
Scottish Anglers should be on the look out for Pink Salmon & Salmon & Sea Trout affected by Red Skin Disease. If any are caught or seen please photograph them and notify Fisheries Management Scotland directly on the contact link below and to the Association Secretary..
GIANT HOGWEED
The Eden Angling Association trained volunteers continue to do what it can to control Giant Hogweed on the river. Anglers should be aware that if the sap of this invasive plant contacts skin it can cause severe burns when exposed to sunlight. The effects can be long standing..GIve it a wide berth.
Giant Hogweed starting to Flower - June
Wild Fish e-book - Salmon & Trout Conservation
The Association subscribe to the Salmon & Trout Conservation group. Check out their latest publication on the link below. Interesting section on English Chalk streams as the Eden above Crawford Priory runs through Limestone.
PERMIT UPDATES
In addition to the usual outlets, following easing of COVID rules, fishing permits for the river EDEN can once again be obtained from the PREMIER STORE, 16 Ladywynd CUPAR and the KILT SHOP 68 South Street St Andrews (Open 9:30 -%pm Mon - Sat.) Check the link below for prices and where to get permits.
Tay catchment Salmon Season under way
Hopes are high for another good year on the Tay with increased catches of younger fish last year all indicating a shift away from the late season runs in the past ,towards summer..
Salmon & Trout Conservation Report
The latest report by S&TC on the poor condition of English rivers and lack of teeth by the Environment Agency. This is concerning as there are strong parallels with the situation in Scotland.
Dry Eden Water Scarcity competition for primary aged children
To the Eden Angling superhero parents with Primary aged children.
As climate change continues to place greater demands on river water from agriculture the Dry Eden group with representation from the Eden Angling Association reported on the Fifeshire Eden in 2018-2019 as one of 7 in the UK affected by agricultural water extraction in times of climate change.Water is a scarce resource and this competition is intended to spread awareness through the community. Feel free to share this with others on your network.
DRY: The Diary of a Water Superhero, children’s competition
with Waterwise
A creative challenge to children to read and enjoy this engaging STEM book and use their imagination to illustrate what their community would look like if we all used water more wisely
What would your home, school, or garden look like if we were to use water more wisely?
+ Competition open to 5-9 and 10-13 year olds + Individual and class prizes +
+ Supported by online teacher notes in English & Welsh +
+ Submit entries May 1st-28th, 2021 +
+ A collaboration between the DRY Project (University of the West of England) and Waterwise in conjunction with Waterwise's Water Saving Week May 17th-21st +
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To find out more, please click here: https://www.waterwise.org.uk/drycompetition/
Many thanks, Best wishes, Lindsey
Professor Lindsey McEwen
Director: Centre for Water, Communities and Resilience
Department of Geography and Environmental Management
University of the West of England
Frenchay Campus
Coldharbour Lane
Bristol
BS16 1QY
United Kingdom
DAIRSIE BRIDGE ROAD CLOSURE
Dairsie Bridge Parapet repairs are being carried out (AGAIN) by a contractor from Monday 22nd - Sunday 25th April. The small car park parking may be restricted by the contractors vehicles during this period. Access and alternative routes to the big car park at Lydox can be found below.
EDEN BROWN TROUT SEASON OPENING DAY
The Brown trout season runs from 15th March to the 6th October inclusive. The river level is dropping nicely. Tight lines
PAWS & CLAWS - LEVEN - Eden Permits
EDEN PERMITS are available from Paws & Claws the Pet Shop at 6a Forth Street Leven KY8 4PF . The shop also has Bait and a selection of tackle.
MEMBERSHIP PERMITS
Some of our usual permit shops remain unable to sell Eden permits until the current COVID restrictions are eased.
Permits may still be obtained from the SECRETARY by e-mail or post with name, Address, Post code and type of permit required (ADULT, JNR or OAP) for details on payment by Bank Transfer (Preferred as permits can usually be posted out same day). Cheques take longer because of restricted bank opening and also take time to clear.
E-Mail: eaa.secretary@btinternet.com
Post: The Scretary, Eden Angilng Association, 49 Sandylands road, Cupar, KY15 5JP
Avian Infuenza
There has been an outbreak of Avian Influenza at a Leven poultry farm in February. The strain is adapted for birds and presents very low risks to human health.
Anyone finding dead wild waterfowl (Swans, geese or ducks) or other dead wild birds such as gulls or birds of prey are asked to report them directly to the DEFRA helpline on 03459 33 55 77 (option 7). More information on how to report these is available on the Animal & Plant Health Agency link below.
Reminder - Permits
Please ensure that Plastic I/D Season card and Paper permit to fish are filled in with Name, Address and signature, otherwise they are not valid .
Why not Invest in a ‘ZINGER’ for your permit I/D card it saves a lot of searching in all those pockets when asked . Shakespeare have one on Amazon but others versions are available.