The popularity of the Mackenzie Basin’s hydro canals for fishing continues to soar, with a new survey showing anglers putting in over 40 thousand fishery visits there last season.

Of more intrigue is the location of the catch, listed as the Ohau Canal in Twizel, New Zealand, the same place as the previous record catch, a 42-pound, 1-ounce brown trout caught by Otwin Kandolf ...

Dozens of deceased fish can be seen floating in a stretch of the canal from Spinks Bridge, Walsall, down to Birchills Street Bridge - which the public has been warned to avoid.

Before I proceed, I need to make a couple points. First, most irrigation structures, ditches and canals are private. Consequently, make sure it’s permissible to fish them before heading out.