Edventure Predator Orellana Extremadura
Bert Altena | SEO SpecialistThe purpose of this trip was to evaluate whether Angling Escapes could promote Switzerland as a holiday destination and to assess if Swiss anglers could be attracted to Spain. Of course, we combine business with pleasure: fishing!
Arrival and First Impressions
Around 2:00 PM, we meet Stephan Palson and Dean Hall at the gas station to guide them to our house. The TomTom doesn’t recognize our address. Upon arrival, the gentlemen enjoy the view: snow-free mountains, quiet hills, and a vast panorama. Just like Switzerland, but warmer and different.
The afternoon and evening are spent catching up and enjoying good food. Interesting facts about Switzerland, Spain, and England come up in conversation. Dean learns, for example, that the minimum wage in Switzerland is around €3500, while in Spain it’s around €700.
Carp & Predator Preparations
Dean had already arranged for several kilos of Xcel Baits to be shipped from England beforehand. His buddy Nathan, who stays in Orellana, had been catching carp every night since using Xcel Baits. They’re going carp fishing together for a night.
Predator Adventure
The next morning we start predator fishing. I’m not worried about the catch: there are so many good spots to find fish. But things turn out differently than expected: no fish visible on the fishfinders. The regular spots that usually always produce fish remain empty.
After half an hour of trolling, Stephan gets a bite. Fish on! Unfortunately, we lose the first fish. When reeling in, we discover that a plug has been damaged by the fish. Shortly after, Stephan manages to catch a pike of about 90 cm: his first Orellana pike!
Carp Spots and Fight
Meanwhile, Dean prepares his carp rods for a night of fishing. Stephan and I continue exploring predator spots, vertical fishing on slopes and ridges. We catch several zander and mark the best spots for later.
Silly Mistake and Adventure
During an intense fight with a big fish, I make a mistake causing the line to break. In retrospect, I suspect it was a large barbel. This is what makes fishing exciting: you never know what’s on the other end!
Bivvy War and Spanish Carp Anglers
The water gets busy during spawning season. Spanish carp anglers gather their lines in the same spot. Despite the crowds, we catch several zander and enjoy the action on the water.
Self crochet – now what?
I hook a fish on the plug, and one of the hooks catches my finger. After a trip to the hospital and an anesthetic, the hook is safely removed. Happy days!
Click here for a video impression of the fight with the unknown monster.
See you soon,
Edwin – Ed-Venture
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Since childhood, I have been found by the water. Around the age of 12, I learned carp fishing. What makes carp fishing enjoyable for me is the relaxation and preparation for the carp session, combined with a way of fishing that constantly requires innovation to surprise the carp again!