Etang des Landes

Pellets and particles are required to be purchased from the lake owner. This is for the safety of the fish to ensure only high quality safe bait enters the water.

Shelf life boilies are not permitted. Established well knowb brands of fresh boilies  are fine to bring, however if the boilie is not manufactured by a recognisable company please check with the lake owner first before bringing it.

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• Only pellets and particle baits supplied by the venue are permitted as feed. You may bring your own fresh or frozen boilies; however, NO SHELF-LIFE BOILIES are allowed. All baits brought on-site must come from a reputable bait company, such as Mainline, CC Moore, Nash, etc., or must be pre-approved by the lake owner.
• No nuts of any kind are allowed
• For any fish over 45lb, it is mandatory to keep the fish in the water for unhooking and transferring into the slings provided. The fish can only be removed from the water for weighing once the sling is securely zipped.
• The lake owner will provide all the necessary equipment for landing and weighing fish, so please refrain from bringing your own gear.
• Waders are essential, as you will likely need to enter the lake. Cleaning solution is provided on-site to sanitise your waders before you begin fishing.
• All other carp can be safely removed from the water using the sling provided. These must be weighed and photographed over the cradle supplied.
• Ensure the pectoral fins are flat and all jewellery is removed before lifting the fish.
• For any fish weighing 45lb or more, please notify the lake owner so that he can take photographs and monitor their growth.

Tackle & Equipment Rules:

• Rig tubing (minimum length 1 metre) is compulsory. No leaders of any kind are permitted.
• Only micro-barbed hooks are allowed, with a minimum size of 6.
• Zig rigs are not permitted.
• Large carp cradles are provided and must be used. All fish must be photographed above the cradles.
• A maximum of three rods per angler is allowed.
• Mainline must be at least 18lb. No braided mainlines, except for marker or spod use.
• Bait boats are permitted.
• Only safe running rigs are allowed. No fixed or semi-fixed leads are allowed.
• Antiseptic treatment must be applied to all hook holds and any visible injuries on fish.

Important Notes:

• Fish must not be sacked under any circumstances.
• Fish should only be left in slings until they have recovered or while camera equipment is being prepared.
• Rods must never be left unattended.
• If your line becomes snagged, do not pull for a break. Contact the lake owner and we will assist using a boat.
• Keep fish wet at all times during unhooking and photography. Watering cans are provided for this purpose.
• Do not stand while holding carp unless you are in the water.

Additional Rules:

• Anglers under the age of 16 are not allowed to fish for carp unless prior approval has been granted.
• Drug and alcohol misuse is strictly prohibited. Anyone found intoxicated with rods still in the water will be asked to leave. You’re on holiday—enjoy yourself, but if you’ve had too much to drink, please take the night off from fishing.
• No littering. Use the bins provided to keep the venue tidy.

If you encounter any issues, such as difficulty removing a hook or spotting damage on any fish, please contact the lake owner immediately—day or night. He is there to help and ensure your experience and the fish’s welfare are top priorities.