The low rainfall situation continues...

Weather Stuff:

The low rainfall situation continues with the period from 1st May to 31st July being either below average or very much below average. The predictions from the BOM for August to October show a 50:50 chances for above average rainfall, so in other words, the odds do not strongly favour either wetter or drier than average conditions across Tasmania. Looks like the next lot a rain will be due around Sunday/ Monday. It will be interesting to see if the high pressure belt moves further North in the coming weeks/ months so we will get a windy, showery and cool summer… again!

Fishing Stuff:

Well, opening day passed for me with-out a fish, but it wasn’t all bad news. Dad and I did get to look at some different spots along the river, which will be handy as more ‘n’ more farmers are preventing fishers from crossing their land. These include threats of being “accidentally” shot with a high powered rifle! Dad managed to land 2 small trout, of which one was a rainbow. Simon caught 3 browns. The biggest weighed in at 3lb and was actually under conditioned. This fish is pictured on the left in the frame. The fellow on the right caught an 8lb brown from somewhere along Shale Rd. It appears that the dreadful conditions may have made bait fishing a waste of time with all fish being taken on a lure. I really hope the conditions in the near future will improve as the last 3 or so seasons have been rather disappointing conditions wise. I guess the lakes will be the next challenge in 3 or so weeks time, hopefully the story is a tad better there!

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