UNDERWATER - The Manor | Carp Fishing 2026

Key Takeaways

• The carp fishing strategy involved using underwater cameras and drones to observe fish behavior, aiming to gain their confidence before casting lines.
• The venue, a 5-acre weedy lake, presented challenges as the well-seen fish were wary, requiring a patient approach to baiting and observation.
• Initial days were slow, with fish cruising without feeding, highlighting the difficulty of getting wary carp to commit to bait, especially in spring.
• The anglers employed a 'Big Brother' surveillance approach with multiple cameras to monitor the fish's movements and feeding patterns closely.
• A significant observation was that dusk feeding periods were as productive as first light, contrary to typical fishing strategies that prioritize morning bites.
• The importance of being fully set up and ready to fish at dusk, rather than recasting at the last minute, was identified as a missed opportunity.
• The team introduced specific named carp like 'White Patch', 'OG Crinkle', and 'The Butler', adding a personal element to the fishing narrative.
• The strategy shifted to baiting shallows where fish were observed feeding, adapting to the carp's behavior rather than strictly adhering to pre-planned spots.