Reel People Match
Rules
1 The bylaws of the
Environment Agency must be observed.
2 The water is not to be disturbed before the
starting signal except to position keep nets, plumb depth, test float or mix
ground bait.
3 No more than one rod/pole
may be used at any one time. This also means a separate pole/rod may not be
used for cupping in while
continuing to fish with the first pole/rod.
4 Anglers may receive
assistance beyond their normal capability.But HELPERS MUST NOT FISH for them (at the match officials discretion).
5 Please ensure your swim is clear of litter
or line.
6 Fishing from
permanent platforms only.
7 Any angler or
helper found to be in contravention of these rules may be disqualified and have
their membership cancelled.
8 The fishery rules
must be ABIDED BY.
9 Pike and Zander do
not count in Reel People matches
(unless it is a designated match).
10 Your Swim: Half way between pegs and half way
across lake if an
angler is pegged opposite. No casting beyond this boundary.
11 No walking
around lakes before the start of a match, meet at car
park only (except match
officials).