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I fished with my 12 year old son. We are new to river fishing and it was our first time on the Usk. Fishing was difficult as it was a very bright and hot day and the water was very low. We didn't catch any fish but did have a very enjoyable day on a lovely stretch of water.

A tough day in the sun and low water but my 12 year old son managed to catch a 6 inch trout on a PTN. He was absolutely delighted as this was his first truly wild trout.

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High sun. Low water. No catch.

A few small fish showing. We could induce the odd take but they were very flighty. Massive mixed hatch in the evening which was good to see. Still not a lot moving though. Sludge on river bed and very little weed. A little concerning.

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First time here, fished 1.30-5.30pm. Not easy with little rising, a difficult wind and the water low and still, but a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon. We managed four between us, two on nymphs and two on dries, the better of which were one at 1.25lb and the lovely 16.5" fish pictured - we felt this was a reasonable result for the conditions! All returned.

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Another hot sunny day and another blank. I fished the morning but only saw a couple of rises. Got hot, fed up and left by noon. Couldn't tempt the fish with anything.

all returned - most under 9" - lovely day - clouds and not too warm - some sun but soon went. Ideal.

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