| Date of Report: Wednesday, 7th October 2026 |
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Name: David Weaver Email: eff@ohs.dorea.co.za Phone: 083 303 4230 We went out to the dam on Saturday and only saw two Carp, rising in the distance. Although conditions were hot, sunny with a mild south-easterly, perfect for the areas we were fishing, we didn’t see any sign of a Yellowfish. What was more interesting was that there was close to zero insect activity. In years past, we would have swarms of mayflies along the banks and plenty caddis flying at this time of year. Recently burnt areas produce hoppers that are post-fire hatching, this year nothing. I think the aerial spraying that is occurring on the now ever-encroaching maize lands, is starting to have a seriously negative effect on the insect populations. No terrestrials, means our dry-fly paradise is under threat. So best you start tying up some nymphs and get used to the idea that this season you just might have to go to the DARK SIDE if you want to catch a Sterkies Yellow. The water temp is still only at 17°C, so it’s still too early to be seeing fish in the shallows. If you are coming to the dam this month, and you have a boat, look for warmer water and you might find fish, good luck. Please feel free to contact me if you have anything to report. David Weaver 083 303 4230
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