Using today’s tech can be make or break for any angling club or businesses, but you don’t need a big budget or tech expertise to engage. In this post, we look at a variety of easy wins and ways to improve your online presence. Love it or loathe it, the online world now dominates everything[…]
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Fisheries across the country often say they want more full pegs but too many still rely on luck, word of mouth, and the hope that new faces will just turn up. The reality is that if they want to thrive (financially and socially) a little bit of effort goes a long way. That effort doesn’t[…]
The secret to running a successful fishery (besides having a great stock of fish, of course) is efficiency. Between maintaining the venue, managing payments and other fishery admin, such tasks often take up valuable time that could be spent on the bank. Luckily, one simple change can make a real difference: introducing card payments. Here’s[…]
Why Tracking Invasive Non-Native Species is Essential for Protecting Your Fishing Venue
Resources Feb 14, 2025
If you’ve spent enough time on the water, you’ve probably encountered an invasive, non-native or predatory species at some point. Whether it’s cormorants lurking on the bank, invasive aquatic plants clogging up waterways, or killer shrimp disrupting natural ecosystems, these unwanted guests can do serious damage to fisheries. Most anglers know how important it is[…]
We all remember it; spending hours and hours in the local tackle shop sitting on a beat-up old chair talking nonsense with the owner and whoever else might’ve walked in the door. Many of us have probably spent more time in the tackle shop than actually fishing! Sadly, we’re all aware of the decline and[…]
In recent years, angling has seen an unfortunate decline in participation and 2025 is shaping up to be a critical year for the future of fishing. To secure its legacy, clubs and fisheries need to adapt, innovate, and strive to engage with new audiences. Here are some practical strategies to help you bring new faces[…]
Invasive non-native species and predation by fish-eating species can pose a serious threat to fisheries; disrupting ecosystems, endangering native species, and adding costly management burdens. Successfully dealing with these invasive species requires collaboration, strategic planning, and access to the right resources. Here’s a guide for fisheries to manage these invasive non-native species effectively and protect[…]
We’re living in a new world. People have changed and angling has changed with them. At Clubmate, we’re fortunate enough to work with some of the best fisheries in the UK and there’s no doubt that the most successful ones have adapted to modern methods, modern pressures and modern fishing. Let’s take a look at[…]
Angling is a fantastic way to connect people with nature, but as we’ve seen in recent years, times are changing and the number of rod license sales are beginning to fall. Fishing clubs need to be proactive in ensuring that future generations can enjoy the sport just as much as those who came before them. […]
Getting an angler to buy a ticket and fish at your club is a great first step, but what happens after they’ve enjoyed their day on the water? Are they just a one-time visitor, or can they become a long-term member of your angling community? A lot of time and effort goes into getting an[…]