At last the new season is here.Yesterday saw the first angling activity on Lough Corrib.I have been watching the water for the last few weeks and could see it should be a successfully opening day as the temperature was in the low teens and on days of light wind fish could be seen rising.About 12 boats ventured out from Greenfield's and reports were very positive most boats moved fish and good numbers were caught.Reports from Kilbeg,Luimnagh and The Lower lake were also good.The first day always brings out the usual gang of anglers who like the excitement of meeting up with each other and wetting there lines if sometimes it is only for an hour or two. I however did not go out but instead started to organise my duck fly patterns as this first fly hatch of the season is almost here.I can't wait to see those lovely wild browns sipping adult fly of the surface in about three weeks.Keep an eye on the reports for news on whats happening and tight lines to you in 2012.