The Moody Lake 001 / Carp Fishing / E190

Welcome back, everyone — and thank you, truly, for being here. September wasn't the easiest month for me. My head just wasn't in the right place, and I want to say sorry for that. But did I still get out and catch fish? Yes, I did. I even managed to land one off the wild, which I'm genuinely excited about. So come and check out this episode.Check out my youtube - questfishingadventures

Welcome back to Quest Fishing Adventures, and welcome to the August 2026 update. This month has been all about making the most of some much-needed time away from work and getting back to what I enjoy most — spending some proper quality time beside the water. I’ve managed to get out and spend some time fishing the Wilds, enjoying the peace and quiet, watching the water and just soaking up everything that comes with being out there. And, of course, the fishing gods were kind enough to reward the effort with a couple of carp along the way. But August also brings another little tradition, because it’s time for the annual birthday fish with Alex. We headed off for a few days on another lake, hoping to put a few fish on the bank and, more importantly, enjoy some time away and do what we both love. So, in this month’s update, there’s a bit of everything — some quality time on the Wilds, a few days away with Alex, a couple of carp, and plenty of those moments that make getting out there in the first place so worthwhile. This is Quest Fishing Adventures — August 2026. Let’s get into it. (1) Quest Fishing Adventures Q.F.A - YouTube

Welcome back everyone to another episode of Quest Fishing Adventures, and thank you so much for joining me for the July 2026 Update. It's been another fantastic month on the bank, and I've got plenty to share with you. Whether you've been with me since Episode One or you've only just discovered the podcast, thank you for taking the time to listen. Grab yourself a brew, get comfortable, and let's catch up on everything that's been happening over the last few weeks. This month has been a real mix of old memories, new adventures and exciting opportunities. I've spent some quality time doing a bit of float fishing for carp, and there's something special about watching a float disappear before lifting into a hard-fighting fish. Sometimes it's nice to keep things simple and remember why we fell in love with fishing in the first place. One of the biggest highlights this month was being invited to visit VS Fisheries. A huge thank you to the team for welcoming me in and giving me a behind-the-scenes tour of their impressive fish farm. I won't say too much now because we'll cover it later in the podcast, but it was a fascinating experience and one I thoroughly enjoyed. Of course, there were also a few more beautiful wild carp along the way. Every capture has its own story, and those are the moments that keep us coming back for more. I've also taken the plunge and purchased another club ticket, opening up even more opportunities and new waters to explore over the coming months. New lakes always bring fresh challenges, and I can't wait to see what adventures lie ahead. Perhaps the most nostalgic moment of the month was returning to where it all began. I headed back to the very first lake I ever featured on Quest Fishing Adventures in Episode One. Standing on those same banks brought back so many memories, and to go on and catch my first carp from that lake made the trip even more special. It really felt like the journey had come full circle. So, in this episode we'll be talking about the float fishing sessions, my visit to VS Fisheries, catching a few more stunning carp, buying a new club ticket, and returning to the lake where the Quest Fishing Adventures journey first began. As always, thank you for all your support. Every listen, download, message and share genuinely means the world to me, and I couldn't continue this journey without you. Right then... enough talking. Let's get into another month of fishing, stories from the bank, and another chapter in the Quest Fishing Adventures journey. This is the July 2026 Update... let's get started. Subscribe to my youtube channel - Questfishingadventures (1) Quest Fishing Adventures Q.F.A - YouTube

Welcome back to the Quest Fishing Adventures June 2026 Update! It's great to be back with another monthly catch-up. June has been all about getting back out on the bank, making the most of the longer days and enjoying every minute by the water. This month we've been watching loads of carp cruising around the lakes, witnessed the incredible carp spawning once again, landed a lovely carp and a tench, and, more than anything, just had a brilliant time being out fishing. So grab a brew, sit back, and let's dive into everything that happened during June 2026.

As spring has rapidly given way to what feels more like the middle of summer, the lake has been changing almost by the day. The prolonged spell of hot weather has pushed water temperatures up, and with it, the carp have made some noticeable moves. Fish that were spending much of their time in the deeper water earlier in the year have now started showing up in the shallower areas, taking advantage of the warmer conditions and the abundance of natural food. The warmer weather also brought one of the biggest events in the carp fishing calendar — spawning season. During the month, the carp got down to business, crashing around in the margins and reed beds as they spawned. As always, the welfare of the fish comes first, and that meant the lakes had to be closed for around two weeks while the fish completed the spawning process and recovered afterwards. It can be frustrating to be kept off the bank, but it's a vital part of protecting the stock and ensuring the fish remain healthy. With the spawning now behind them and the fish beginning to settle back into their normal routines, I've turned my attention back to a swim that featured heavily in my plans at the start of the year. The signs suggest that many of the carp are now favouring the shallower areas, so I've restarted a major baiting campaign, putting plenty of bait into the swim and hopefully laying the foundations for some exciting fishing in the weeks and months ahead. It's one of those times where patience, preparation and confidence in your approach become absolutely crucial. Away from the fishing itself, the lake has delivered a few memorable moments this month. One particular encounter with some rather imposing bulls certainly got the adrenaline pumping and reminded me that fishing isn't always just about what happens beneath the surface. Sometimes the most unexpected stories come from what's happening on the bank. There's also been some fantastic work taking place around the fishery. A large work party has been busy planting new vegetation around the lake, helping to improve the environment for both the fish and the wildlife that call the venue home. It's brilliant to see so many people giving up their time to improve the fishery and invest in its future. So, in this month's update, I'll be talking about the heatwave conditions, the carp's movement into the shallows, the spawning period and lake closure, the latest progress on my baiting campaign, my memorable encounter with the bulls, the exciting habitat work taking place around the lake, and everything else that's happened during a very eventful May. Grab a brew, get comfortable, and join me for the latest chapter of Quest Fishing Adventures. Let's get into it.