Rigging for winter perch on the canal
A simple running leger and a lively worm is still the most reliable way to find canal perch in cold water.
In warm water the Tennant Canal fishes best on a steady loose-fed line of caster and hemp, taking a mixed net of roach and skimmers through the day.
Drop a lobworm or two into the same swim and be patient — the canal holds better tench and the occasional eel that will pick up a worm left still on the bottom while you feed the caster line.
A light waggler or a short pole line both work well; fish it slow and let the bait settle before expecting a bite.