I took a drive along to the Tait’s Tomb area of the River Devon and supposing I never cast a line, I would reacquaint myself with a section of the Devon I probably haven’t fished in at least five years and frankly couldn’t remember much about, though I probably fished here more than anywhere on the river.
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It is quite amazing how light it is overnight at this time of year and I drove to the loch in partial twilight with clear signs the eastern sky was brightening. It was also remarkably warm and humid. Lots of the local wildlife was caught a little by surprise as I drove, encountering deer on the road and more birds that were forced to take flight from the tarmac. It is also weird how it kind of feels “wrong” making any noise even in the middle of nowhere, while you open or close a gate or door. I found myself creeping around trying to maintain the quiet for no obvious reason.
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The longest day arrived and it was about as close to wall to wall sunshine as these days get to be honest. Many years recently, the longest day is marked by rain clouds and no inkling that the sun has either risen or set! I was determined to “celebrate the Solstice on the water and enjoy the longest day….well at least the latter part of it.
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Father’s Day is here again and this year we did it in some style! My son was fortunate enough to get a clay pigeon shooting experience as a present at Christmas from his girlfriend and I was surprised but chuffed when he asked me to go along with him. I assumed he would take a mate.
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I will be keeping this post short and it is likely to be my last for a few weeks. This morning I had to get some of my finger joints injected, the old arthritis continues to do its nasty work and I won’t be able to hold a rod and line I don’t think, for the rest of the week and after, I am away on holidays for a week. I am also typing this one-handed- hence the brevity!
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