Rule Change:
The Committee has approved two changes to the rules at Thornton Steward Reservoir; the first to improve fish welfare and the second to clarify what can, and cannot, be used as a sight bob.
i) Landing nets must be used at all times.
Changed to:
Any fish to be returned to the water should be retained and unhooked in the water with the minimum of handling possible; a KETCHUM CATCH & RELEASE TOOL is excellent for this. If a fish has to be removed from the water to be unhooked then a net must be used and placing the net and fish on rocks or concrete should be avoided. If a fish escapes and thrashes around out of the water it should be dispatched and removed from the reservoir as part of your bag limit.
ii) The use of sight bobs, strike indicators or any fly that serves the same purpose is prohibited.
Changed to:
The use of sight bobs, strike indicators is prohibited. A floating fly may be used.
These two rules will also apply to Rothley East Shield Lake.
Outlets:
Akebar Park is no longer an outlet for day tickets.