Popular Post Saintly Fish Posted June 3 Popular Post Share Posted June 3 Some months ago @Andy135 and I (and Leo) were invited by @JonC to join him on Janie to fish the afore mentioned comp. Andy decided he'd rather go to a Frozen themed fancy dress party, so that left just Leo and I. we made the long 3 hour drive up to windy Essex coast via a couple of local favourite landmarks. M&S food court and KFC. Leaving Jon to shove down the remainder of his spagbol. Arriving at around 8pm Jon swiftly shepherded us away from his house and into his parents weekend flat (they were out btw), he then proceeded to help drink the Heineken before leaving us for bed and an 05.30 morning rise. @ 06.15 prompt Jon arrived and we followed him to the marina. On arrival he declared we probably could have had an extra hour in bed as we were a bit early. I guess that's the military man in him! Anyway we made our way out of the marina to gather with some of the participating boats. Then around 08.15 the horn sounded and we steamed off to Jon's chosen mark at a very tidy 18 knot cruise. By this time the false starts of the troublesome engine and the black smoke were a memory only. Leo started well outside of the boat cabin.. Where after getting up quickly got into some fish, starting with an 83 cm hound... And then another just shy of 80cm.. Jon got into a couple around the mid 70's and a couple of small school bass.. Other photos contained a bit of non sporting blood so I will not post those. All fish returned alive and kicking. Bacon rolls were cooked and served then we moved marks. No fish, we moved into shallower water (nowhere near the deep water that the other boats were in must add) and no fish. So, we had lunch. And Jon sat and contemplated where he'd gone wrong. Leo retreated back to his normal position inside with his phone... And I sat in the sun looking sad because I blanked... Even though the fishing was slow and hard work, Leo and I had a lovely time and we thank Jon for his hospitality and efforts!! Leo decided to show off his "I won the boat" jumper.. The end!! Andy135, Malc, suzook12 and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 Good write up! Saintly Fish 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted June 3 Author Share Posted June 3 46 minutes ago, JonC said: I’ll have to pick a date that doesn’t clash with and Frozen parties👍 Or do !! Cuz we didn't catch any dogs. Oh hang on, did you get one early doors? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted June 3 Author Share Posted June 3 Just now, JonC said: I can’t believe Leo turned his nose up at my vintage bottle of Heinz ketchup ☹️ It’s the original bottle that came with the boat. Kidz these daze are so picky! daio web 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daio web Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 great write up bud thanks for sharing 🐳 Saintly Fish 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyswamp Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 Well done to the skipper I say, unselfishly made sure the young un was on the fish to the detriment of himself Not all heroes ware capes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted June 4 Author Share Posted June 4 29 minutes ago, jonnyswamp said: Well done to the skipper I say, unselfishly made sure the young un was on the fish to the detriment of himself Not all heroes ware capes Yeah but @JonC caught the most fish! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyswamp Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 1 minute ago, Saintly Fish said: Yeah but @JonC caught the most fish! My bad, I though he blanked Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted June 4 Author Share Posted June 4 35 minutes ago, jonnyswamp said: My bad, I though he blanked Somebody only looked at the pics not the words!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike farrants Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 looks like a nice day out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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