Just as the tides are influenced by the moon and the fish by the tides, it is easy to spot an anglers starsign by the way he fishes. How close do you match your star sign.
^ Aries The statue
Stands motionless next to his rod, never leaving its
side for a second. Gale force winds and torrential rain may
batter him be he does not flinch. Has secret desire to work as
guard outside Buckingham palace. Either that or five layers of
clothing make it impossible to move.
_ Taurus The Pacer
Props his rod in a rest and paces up and down impatiently. Likes
to leave rod unattended and walk along pier chatting to other
anglers. Usually provides a laugh when his line catches a passing
boat and his rod disappears over the edge.
` Gemini The sitter
Likes to bring a deckchair with him, failing that will make do
with tackle box. Hates geting up once comfortable and grumbles he's
just sat down when he gets a bite. Likes to remember the good old
days when huge double figure fish were ten a penny.
a Cancer The car sitter
Only ever fishes harbours or places where he can park next to the
water. Casts out then retreats to the warmth and comfort of his
vehicle. Knows wing mirrors make good rod rests. Easily spotted
on the road due to excessive number of air fresheners to mask
fishy smell.
b Leo
The wader
Happiest when waist deep in the surf. Likes to meet his quarry on
equal terms but will probably get eaten by a shark. This star
sign insists on dragging his children into the freezing cold sea
for a paddle every time they visit the beach.
c Virgo The sunbather
Can be found on any sandy beach during those hot summer days.
Props his rod in a rest and lies down to get a suntan. Normally
attaches a bell to his rod to warn of bites. Please wake him up
and tell him that tide has gone out and he's been fishing on dry
land for the past hour when necessary.
d Libra The Robinson Crusoe wannabee
Found perched on an exposed piece of rock out at sea, onlookers
ponder how he got there and how he'll get back. Is well known to
the local lifeguards and probably has his own seat on the
lifeboat. Usually a local that claims he knows the sea like the
back of his hand.
e Scorpio The picnicer
Always brings a tent or large fishing umbrella and his wife and kids. Has enough food and drink to feed the third world but only enough bait for an hour, wonders if cod like fishstick sandwiches. Kids bug him to let them check the bait every 30 seconds. Wife immediately turns vegetarian the minute she learns fish don't come ready battered and deep frozen in the real world.
f Sagittarius The rover
Never stays in the same place for more than a few casts, forever
seeking out the fish trying each gulley and every hole. Always carries
telescopic rod in his car with a few favourite lures for when the
urge to roam takes him. Sadly can never remember where he's parked his car
g Capricorn The dangler
Sits on the very edge of piers with his legs dangling over the
side, never standing up not even to cast. The 30 foot drop holds
no fear for this star sign, either he pulls the fish out or he
gets pulled in. Place your bets gentlemen.
h Aquarius
The lover
Thinks it's a good idea to introduce his girlfriend to
the joys of fishing the cold winter nights. Often found bang in
the middle of nowhere or takes his rod and women to local
beautyspot. If you listen carefully you may hear him say those
three little words "Got a bite".
i Pisces
The organiser
Spends his time fishing organising his tackle box. Likes
everything to be in its correct place and gets annoyed when he
finds a size 4/0 hook in the size 6/0 compartment. Is the only
one who keeps his lead weights nice and shiney