Their is a school of thought that fly fishing is strictly for salmon and trout. I tend to target all species with my fly gear. I find it a more natural approach to fishing, using flies and lures that resemble their natural food. This lovely carp took a home tide pond beetle imitation.
Hi all, now taking fly fishing lesson/bookings for the spring (if it ever arrives?) and summer season. No need to panic. Probably due to the weather, my books are totally free at the minute. Hopefully April will allow us some decent weather to get out on the water again. See my Tuition, booking and price info page for info. “Tight Lines” Howie
Dear Howie,
I wanted to thank you for the fantastic afternoon that me and my son Sam spent with you learning fly fishing.
I’ve been really keen to learn since receiving a fly rod for my birthday but I had no idea where to go for lessons.
Your common sense approach to teaching, covering the basic casting techniques and an hour down on the river has given us both the confidence to have a go, Sam is already looking at buying the basic set up.
My mate who bought me the rod is already planning a couple of days in Wales for us!
Brilliant afternoon, I’d highly recommend it to anyone who is thinking of taking this up as a hobby.
Many thanks
Neil Acford
One of 5 fish I was lucky to catch today. There was a good fly hatch and the fish were very actively feeding. It actually felt like spring is around the corner.
Now taking bookings for fly fishing lessons in readyness for the spring and summer. My 3 hour sessions are designed to get the absolute beginner/improver started and ready to fish right away. All gear supplied. Go on, treat yourself or a friend. Two learners get a discounted rate. Checkout the Booking page for more info, pricing and what to expect from the first lesson. Improvers can also book to hone their skills, learn new tricks, get more distance, casting techniques for windy days or anything you’d like to work on.
When the heat is on and the summer drought continues then one can turn to the salt. There are always plenty of grey mullet in the estuarys. They like to feed in the shallows and margins which can make for some great sight fishing opportunities. And if you can find a regular feeding ground then you’re in for a good chance of a fish or two. Flies that worked this weekend were the jelly shrimp, flexi and sili worm patterns.
Response to a recent session with a couple preparing for their trip to Ireland.
Thanks Howard, A great session the other day. Sarah and I really enjoyed it, learnt a lot. Would be good to have another session on the water closer to the trip hopefully I’ll have some gear by then.
This should be a great event and a chance to try your hand at casting, fly tying and loads more. Check the link below
Father and son preparing for their Scottish salmon fishing trip. For a complete beginner those are pretty impressive loops being thrown there
Thanks for today Howie – nice relaxed style and pace. Aston and I feel more confident in our adventure! And attached are a couple of pics from today – I will let you know if we get into any salmon !
Thanks
Neil
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