Whatever state your local river is in, these simple baits will ensure bites are never far away…

THE JOY OF FISHING

Is dobbing on the pole as easy as it looks?

The carp are slowing down, so use these baits to unlock the surprise specimens lurking in your local day-ticket fisheries

At this time of year, you need to focus on getting one bite at a time for the best results

Don’t let floods keep you at home – as long as the water is warm there’s no better time to be out on the bank, trying for a big whisker