After a New Year’s trip to Centre Parcs, I stopped at Abington Services on the way home. Anglers appreciate this particular service area for its proximity to the Clyde and its trout fishing opportunities. I couldn’t help but smile, remembering how the kids were already clamoring for Burger King on the way to Centre Parcs. “We haven’t even left yet!” I exclaimed, as I visit this spot for some trout action every other week.
Of course, hardier souls are out braving the cold for Grayling fishing at the moment. Even though my thyroid is under control, I still feel the chill easily.
While pondering this, I glanced up at the hill and saw people paragliding. I’m not sure if they had small motors attached, but they certainly looked like they were enjoying themselves as they soared around.
Just yesterday, I welcomed a new addition to the family – an 8-week-old Pointer mix named Jasper. Settling him in and starting his training has been a lot of fun. He’s a very intelligent little guy, and I’m hoping he’ll be able to join me on some of my hillwalking adventures as well as to the estuary and to my hill loch.
Anyone got any good training tips?